"All resources will be used to make the army ready for war." - Napoleon, 1813

Monday, May 27, 2013

2nd Battalion, 13th Regiment - French Line Infantry.


Forward March...
The bases are painted and the grass and brush are glued on.  My first battalion is now ready for the battlefield.  Pour l'empereur!  This has been a pretty fun project. Such a different experience painting true 28's to GW's "28s".


Painting around the ankles and boots was bit tough and I had to go back several times to touch up my mistakes. I need a steady left hand. :)

Column March

I think as my battalions continue to grow in numbers I'll probably go back here and there and make adjustments/corrections as necessary but I think the process will work itself out as time goes on.


I'd love to move on to some sweet Hussars but I really should buckle down and give these guys their First Battalion battle brothers and then a command stand to lead them.

Enjoy and a big thank you on Memorial Day to everybody in the USA!

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21 comments:

  1. PhilMay 27, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    I do like your painting style, and the bases are really impressive too, great work!
    Phil.

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  2. Eric HagenMay 27, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    Thanks Phil. I will be adding a couple more elements like fallen fences and some actual shrubs as the units progress.

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  3. CurtMay 27, 2013 at 1:08 PM

    Beautiful work. I agree with Phil in that your bases are excellent. Very crisp.

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  4. Eric HagenMay 27, 2013 at 3:51 PM

    Thanks man.

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  5. Ben GilmourMay 27, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    Very nice work, there, Eric!

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  6. Eric HagenMay 27, 2013 at 4:18 PM

    Thanks Johnny

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  7. IannickMay 27, 2013 at 10:10 PM

    That is a lovely unit. The bases are simple but very effective.

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  8. Eric HagenMay 27, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    Thank you.

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  9. James BrewertonMay 27, 2013 at 10:56 PM

    great start to your army, will be a sight to behold if all turn out as well
    Peace James

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  10. Eric HagenMay 27, 2013 at 11:08 PM

    Thanks James- I'm gonna give it a go!

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  11. Jason MeyersMay 28, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    As I've said before, fantastic first unit of Napoleonics Eric. I'm also excited that I will be in the enviable position of facing these same wonderful miniatures across the table top, and having the glorious opportunity of murdering them with my Prussians. :-)

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    1. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 4:44 AM

      Agreed. A spectacular sight to behold across the table ... and an excellent target for some Prussian vengence reaping!! 8O)

      Salute
      von Peter himself

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  12. Eric HagenMay 28, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Thanks Jason. I'm pretty excited to see your side of the fence along with us creating some good terrain. Our armies will need a great field upon which to die. :)

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  13. DeanMMay 28, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    Fabulous work on these. They look incredible. Best, Dean

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  14. Eric HagenMay 28, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Thank you Dean.

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  15. David P. GeisterJune 6, 2013 at 10:07 PM

    Eric - These figures look FANTASTIC!

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  16. Eric HagenJune 7, 2013 at 9:24 AM

    Thanks David. It was good to see you down at the shop last night.

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  17. SchrumpfkopfJune 23, 2013 at 12:16 PM

    These Messieurs just look brilliant. Excellent battalion.

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  18. PaulalbaAugust 13, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    Hi sorry I missed these sooner, cracking battalion of French!

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  19. Eric HagenAugust 13, 2013 at 11:53 PM

    Thank you Sir. It's been a while since I've had a chance to get some new stuff done. Dad and summer = little hobby time. Hopefully later this Fall I can get the first battalion out to join them. :)

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  20. Phil CAugust 23, 2015 at 8:44 AM

    gosh! these look awesome! fantastic painting and basing - love your work!

    cheers,

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