Author Topic: Rare Leibhusaren steam carriage photos (Read 19476 times)

Count Winsky · « **Reply #15 on:** September 25, 2011, 09:06:54 PM »

Brilliant!!!!!!!!

Dr Mathias · « **Reply #16 on:** September 25, 2011, 10:12:23 PM »

Quote from: gamer Mac on September 25, 2011, 06:38:43 PM

Brilliant job
Have you got three of these?

Thanks!
...I made five of them

One for the command, one for each squad of ten ladies. I'm not sure where the maxim sections ride though.

Mancha · « **Reply #17 on:** September 25, 2011, 10:55:53 PM »

Whew, I got to this party late!

These are fantastic, Matt. Where did you get the flags?

Having finally found the additional pics you sent me, I can compliment you on a beautiful army. The different colored flowers on the bases, as well as the two Maxim crews, look GREAT. I hope you'll post the additional pictures.

Dr Mathias · « **Reply #18 on:** September 25, 2011, 11:38:43 PM »

Quote from: Mancha on September 25, 2011, 10:55:53 PM

These are fantastic, Matt. Where did you get the flags?

Thanks! I found the Leibhusaren No.2 Regimental flag online:
http://mysite.verizon.net/vzeo7abf/id80.html
I don't think that is where I found it originally though... its been a while. I had to simplify it in Photoshop and do a few test runs to get size/visibility right.

Totenkopf pennants are out there on quite a few sites (I've discovered there's an alarming number of sites dedicated to German militaria since I've embarked on this project!). I just cleaned it up a bit in Photoshop. I'd be happy to send the files to any that want them.

I hope to post some pics of the full company shortly. It took me way too long to get them all painted up... my only goal was to get them done before the sailors get released

Mancha · « **Reply #19 on:** September 25, 2011, 11:46:52 PM »

Quote from: Dr Mathias on September 25, 2011, 11:38:43 PM

It took me way too long to get them all painted up... my only goal was to get them done before the sailors get released

Well, in that case who knows how much extra time you had?! I cannot get the darn sailors into production, having had one delay after another over the summer. However, there's news of iminent success from my caster, so hopefully it won't be much longer.

Dr DeAth · « **Reply #20 on:** September 26, 2011, 12:43:56 AM »

very impressive indeed

The Hooded Claw · « **Reply #21 on:** September 26, 2011, 01:43:30 AM »

BTW, where does one find these carriages and such?

I have been trying to track down the aformentioned party favors but they continue to elude me. Are they also available in smaller sizes that might match up to 15mm? Perhaps as cupcake decorations?

-Eli

The_Beast · « **Reply #22 on:** September 26, 2011, 01:44:00 PM »

Quote from: The Hooded Claw on September 26, 2011, 01:43:30 AM

BTW, where does one find these carriages and such?

I have been trying to track down the aformentioned party favors but they continue to elude me. Are they also available in smaller sizes that might match up to 15mm? Perhaps as cupcake decorations?

-Eli

I'm sure there are smaller somewhere, but I've not seen them. Also, I'm about to purchase a small bundle, probably more than I need. How many were you wanting? PM if you wish.

By the way, it helps to look for 'wedding', as these tend to be made for showers.

Doug

Dr Mathias · « **Reply #23 on:** September 26, 2011, 04:32:23 PM »

Michael's and Hobby Lobby (American craft and hobby stores) used to carry plastic wedding carriages, but I couldn't find them when I looked for this project. I had them in mind a few years ago for something similar but didn't buy them- a rare case where my packrat instinct failed me.

Here's where I got them- the seller also has a 12-pack which I wish I had purchased

http://www.ebay.com/itm/5-Silver-Cinderella-Coach-Wedding-Favors-Cake-Topper-/310318636004?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item48406e9be4

Bugsda · « **Reply #24 on:** September 26, 2011, 04:41:02 PM »

Quote from: Mr.Marx on September 24, 2011, 09:54:02 PM

Wonderfull. A landship suitable for women!

Yep! Wonderful and very stylish but let's see them park it.

Dr Mathias · « **Reply #25 on:** September 26, 2011, 04:53:32 PM »

Quote from: Bugsda

Yep! Wonderful and very stylish but let's see them park it.

(apologies to ladies present)

Here's the components list for those interested. The machine gun plate is magnetized in case I ever want to replace it with a VSF heat ray or lightning gun.