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Title: Afghans & Indians
Post by: nickthegreek on March 10, 2018, 10:30:10 PM

Hello All,
It's been a long time since I've last posted.
Currently I'm working on a "few" projects and one that is a key focus is a generic Indian army.
With the recent Foundry promotion I picked a long admired range with the Noble & tribal Indians. I would like to build an army that cover a plethora of 18th & 19th Indian armies from Mughul, Sikh, Mutiny, etc....
I have seen some old Wargame Illustrated adverts where the Indian troops look like 10 figures on a 60x80 base. My question is to bulk up units and save some $$$ would the Perry Afghan tribal swords & jezzails figures blend okay?

Title: Re: Afghans & Indians
Post by: sjwalker51 on March 11, 2018, 06:59:53 PM

I think you’ll find that the Perry’s Afghans will blend OK with the Foundry Indian sword/spearmen, matchlockmen, NW tribesmen and also the DA Baluchis.

Look at the Studio Miniatures and Artizan Design ranges as well.

Title: Re: Afghans & Indians
Post by: WillieB on March 12, 2018, 05:47:15 PM

And absolutely have a look at Indus Miniatures for such a project
http://indusminiatures.mybigcommerce.com/

Title: Re: Afghans & Indians
Post by: HerbyF on March 13, 2018, 03:45:22 AM

Ironclad Miniatures has some nice ones. Also Castaway Miniatures also has a few.

Title: Re: Afghans & Indians
Post by: nickthegreek on March 13, 2018, 04:12:36 AM

Thank you all for your replies and suggestions.
I'll pick up the Perry's figures as they work out cheaper due to the removal of VAT & free shipping for a decent order.
Once I get a few more troops painted up I'll post them.

Title: Re: Afghans & Indians
Post by: Will Bailie on March 13, 2018, 05:20:07 AM

Old Glory Afghans are cheap, and tend to be nice figures (in relation to other OG lines).  Available from US and UK suppliers, generally for a good price.