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Miniatures Adventure => Old West => Topic started by: gringo on April 05, 2024, 01:26:14 PM
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BRAND NEW RANGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!release date today 5th April 2024...........www.gringo40s.com
regards :o :-* :o :-* :-*
Ged
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slightly amended Add with 28mm added! ;) :D ;) :D
Ged
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Ref Salute 51 and release today 5.4.24
Gringo40s are pleased to announce
the release of a New and Exciting
28mm Range entitled…………….
Apache and Comanche Wars 1700-1900
Release date today..of Early Apaches
much more information and News to
follow..with regular updates.
Release date 5th April 2024…..
available at Salute 51 at the Excel
Show in London and now by normal
orders.
regards
Ged and the Gringo40s Team
gringo40s.com
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Hurrah!
What sort of size are the figures Ged? A lot of the Gringo 28mm's I've had in the past are on the beefy end of the spectrum
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Great! We need some variety on Native American tribes. Comanches will be a great addition.
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thank you chaps.......very much ;)
v lazy Dragon...slimmer ..svelte in the main :D
Inkpaduta...couldnt agree more...misunderstood
and underated Tribe are the Comanches..totally
fascinating :)
regards
Ged
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Brilliant, the figures pictured on the website look fantastic.
Will you be making opponents for the Apaches and Comanches? Will the Soldado de Cuera's be making an appearance?
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Armstrong47 many thanks for your kind words
loads of updates soon ;)
regards
Ged
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Does Gringo 40s have a vendor in the U.S.?
(If so, I'm in real trouble!)
and... Comanches, arguably, versus Mongols, the finest light horse warriors to hit the battlefield.
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Hi Billk................no vendor in the USA at present
as you say Comanches and Mongols both superb
horsemen.. :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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Brand New Release 6th April 2024 the first of our Mounted Armoured Early Apaches.. Available at Salute 51 and from our Webstore by mail order.
Regards Ged and the Gringo40s Team . :D 8) :D 8)
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WOW!! He looks amazing.
My resolve is being sorely tested
In fact,I'm going to buy some!!
Cheers,
Andy
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thanks Andy..much appreciated ;)
are you doing to the Salute Show
in London?
regards Ged
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thanks Andy..much appreciated ;)
No, unfortunately I'm working,which is more than I can say for my PayPal at the moment!!
are you doing to the Salute Show
in London?
regards Ged
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Armstromg 1876
thats a pity...good luck with Paypal
regards
Ged
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a picture in black and white
a picture of one of our
early Apaches in action ! :D 8) :D 8)
ACA05 Early Apache Charging with Club & Bow
regards
Ged
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another picture of one
of our recent release
for Early Apache warriors :D 8) :D 8)
ACA09 Early Apache with Bow and Quiver Firing Musket
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and now for a few painted samples..
much more to come :D 8) :D 8)
28mm Early Apaches from a recent Gringo40s release.
top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figures available from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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They look awresome!
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v lazy Dragon ;)
many thanks indeed :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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Another picture...Early Apache
charging with Club and Bow
top paintwork from Andy Singleton
from our recent release.........
regards
Ged
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better picture..hopefully!! :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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Rear view of................
Another picture...Early Apache
charging with Club and Bow
top paintwork from Andy Singleton
from our recent release......... :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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Brand New 28mm Release for our Apache-Comanche Wars Range 1700-1900.........the exotic and mystical GAAN Dancers ..first part release :o :-* :o :-*
available now from our webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Newly painted Early Apache
armed with spear from our
recently releases New Range
Apache-Comanche Wars
1700-1900..top paintwork
from Andy Singleton :D :D 8)
regards
Ged
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Looks great, now you need some pale faces for them to fight.
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thank you Tome
much appreciated!! :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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some notes of possible interest ref the Early Apache Spears. :D 8) :D 8)
The shaft of Native American spears were usually made with a wooden stick while the head of the spear was an arrowhead, piece of metal such as copper, or a bone that had been sharpened. Spears were a preferred weapon by many for many reasons. A spear was inexpensive to make. It was also an easy weapon to use. There was less training required to teach someone to use the spear than other weapons. They could be made quickly in mass quantities. And when used, they were often a lethal weapon.
regards
Ged
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Newly painted Early Apache
armed with spear
rear view ... from our
recently releases New Range
Apache-Comanche Wars
1700-1900..top paintwork
from Andy Singleton :D :D 8)
regards
Ged
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Newly painted Early Apache
armed with bow and
arrow ... from our
recently releases New Range
Apache-Comanche Wars
1700-1900..top paintwork
from Andy Singleton :D :D 8)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Newly painted Early Apache
armed with bow and
arrow ...rear view ! from our
recently releases New Range
Apache-Comanche Wars
1700-1900..top paintwork
from Andy Singleton :D :D 8) :o :-*
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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another New picture form our latest release
28mm Gringo40s Gaan Dancer Apache ceremonial dance that is intended to protect the community from disease and enemies. Dancers became "the embodiment of the Mountain Spirits (the Gaan)"; they wear special masks and wands during the dance. The dance is performed by a group of five members, one of them a "clown", each having his specific role. The dance is performed "on the final night of the Sunrise Dance ceremony". available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Cracking figure Ged. Glad to see you doing this range. :-*
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thank you Nick ;)
appreciate the comment.......much more to come :o :-* :o :-*
best regards
Ged
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Can't wait to see the Comanche.
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thanks Has Been....!
regards
Ged
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NB mounted and dismounted Colonial Spanish Cuera..first tranche available today from our Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
release date 8th May 2024 :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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NB mounted and dismounted Colonial Spanish Cuera..first tranche available today from our Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
release date 8th May 2024 :o :-* :o :-* second Add :D
regards
Ged
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Good to see the Spanish, they look terrific :-*
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thank you Nick appreciated ;)
The Cuera to me are a
wonderful looking troop type
..almost pre-Alamo in look
with those Stylish hats! :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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and a painted Cuera for Nick!!
top paintwork from Andy Singleton
regards
Ged
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Rear view of one of our Gaan Dancers
28mm Gringo40s Gaan Dancer Apache ceremonial dance that is intended to protect the community from disease and enemies. Dancers became "the embodiment of the Mountain Spirits (the Gaan)"; they wear special masks and wands during the dance. The dance is performed by a group of five members, one of them a "clown", each having his specific role. The dance is performed "on the final night of the Sunrise Dance ceremony". available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Great to see the Spanish. Now, the other big question,
what rules would work for this early period of Indian warfare?
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inkpaduta, a very good question...
will revert with findings..eventually! ;)
regards
Ged
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thank you Nick appreciated ;)
The Cuera to me are a
wonderful looking troop type
..almost pre-Alamo in look
with those Stylish hats! :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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You’re right they’re re the predecesors of the Presidial lancers. The low crown flat brimmed black hat is a traditional Spanish riding hat.
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thanks Nick...........
the Spanish style unofrms
transitioned into spectacular
Mexican uniforms..eg the
Mexican cavalry of 1846-48 :D
regards
Ged
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another preview picture
this time.......... :o :-* :o :-* :) ;)..
in the pipeline..........28mm Dismounted Cuera officer inspiring his troopers...another taster of whats to come!!Spanish 28mm Colonial troops in Apacheria! top paintwork from Andy Singleton. figure available from www.gringo40s.com
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Very nice indeed. In the later 1700's to early 1800's the Spanish had unit of Hussars fighting the Comanche. They were equipped with an oval shield (painted in the royal coat of arms. I'm just curious as to weather or not these would on your radar? ???
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Matakakea...........thanks for your input and kind comments
who doesnt love a Spanish Hussar....methinks im wandering
into the Napoleonic period with these chaps,,,,still interesting
idea..........if you have a picture or other info..happy to absorb!! ;)
regards
Ged
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New Artwork..............
28mm Gringo40s Early Apaches..from our recent release (private collection of one of our customers) top paintwork from Chris Geale...figures available from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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How many different Spanish figures are you intending to do?
Also, when will the Comanches be coming out?
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New Artwork..............
28mm Gringo40s Early Apaches..from our recent release (private collection of one of our customers) top paintwork from Chris Geale...figures available from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Top drawer paintwork, they're awesome!
:)
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thank you Harry...most kind ;)
glad you like them! :D
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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inkpaduta
thanks for the message ;)
pm sent :D
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Fantastic figures, PayPal is working again and I've placed an order.
Now I just need to find some good sources for painting them.
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many thanks Amrmstrong47.........
Happy to help if you need some
info.....
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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New Artwork..............
28mm Gringo40s Early Apaches..from our recent release (private collection of one of our customers) top paintwork from Chris Geale...figures available from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Wow! Those are gorgeous. :-* :-* :-*
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thank you Carlos.. ;)
lets hope they tempt you :D
regards
Ged
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Matakakea...........thanks for your input and kind comments
who doesnt love a Spanish Hussar....methinks im wandering
into the Napoleonic period with these chaps,,,,still interesting
idea..........if you have a picture or other info..happy to absorb
I could not find any way to attach a picture to this, so I've sent an email to your Gringo 40s address. It's just a pit I couldn't also find the Miniature Wargames article (over 20 years ago) that originally bought the Texas Hussars to my attention. As they only operated for a few years from 1804 I can understand if they don't fit into your projected range. Mind you I've had it pointed out to me that they'd be easy enough to make from Perrys plastics.
In addition to the black shield in the picture I sent I've also seen another period painting depicting a brown leather shield with the cot of arms in the centre.
Of course I'm still going to need your Comanches to bash them with :D
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Matakakea
many thanks for the illustration,,well received
most interesting...The trooper appears to be
astride a big cat skin..with spots! love the
early style Napoleonic uniform.the shields
caried by Cuera were normally five layers
of bull hide and plain,,the officers carried
the fancy-pants one with the cost of arms
of Spain..as this one has a coat of arms
against the black background hes more
officer material...but the dolman has what
appers to be gilt lace..so pribably an officer
will try and post a picture...meeting up
with the Editor of Miniature Wargames
so will ask him for a copy of the article
you mention..regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
8) :D 8) :o :-*
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The officers carrying the fancy shield makes more sense. Easier to paint a unit too.
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Matakakea
indeed...striking looking unit :o
regards
Ged
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Spanish Colonial Hussar....rather interesting..
per discussion...resulting in more questions
then anwers... :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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another New picture form our latest release..rear view :D
28mm Gringo40s Gaan Dancer Apache ceremonial dance that is intended to protect the community from disease and enemies. Dancers became "the embodiment of the Mountain Spirits (the Gaan)"; they wear special masks and wands during the dance. The dance is performed by a group of five members, one of them a "clown", each having his specific role. The dance is performed "on the final night of the Sunrise Dance ceremony". available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Just received my first order of figures,( including both Gaan dancers),and they are absolutely superb.
Great detail, animation and poses.
The pictures of the painted figures will be an invaluable resource for me.
Looking forward to future releases and my next order.
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Thanks for the kind words Armstrong
pleased your happy with the figures..
there will be plenty more pictures.. ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Thanks for the kind words Armstrong
pleased your happy with the figures..
there will be plenty more pictures.. ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
Great news about the pictures. I've found some info on Wikipedia about unit strengths and organisation.
Just need to find a suitable set of rules now.
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..One for Armstrong ;)
another New picture form our latest release..rear view :D
28mm Gringo40s Gaan Dancer Apache ceremonial dance that is intended to protect the community from disease and enemies. Dancers became "the embodiment of the Mountain Spirits (the Gaan)"; they wear special masks and wands during the dance. The dance is performed by a group of five members, one of them a "clown", each having his specific role. The dance is performed "on the final night of the Sunrise Dance ceremony". available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Thank you for the inspiration,Ged ;D
Will you be producing all 5 Gaan Dancers?
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my pleasure.........
lots more to come !
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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this time a rear view shot........... :D 8) :D 8)
28mm Dismounted Cuera trooper firing horse pistol from our latest release...Spanish 28mm Colonial troops in Apacheria! top paintwork from Andy Singleton. figure available from www.gringo40s.com,
regards
Ged
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this time a rear view shot........... :D 8) :D 8)
28mm Dismounted Cuera trooper firing horse pistol from our latest release...Spanish 28mm Colonial troops in Apacheria! top paintwork from Andy Singleton. figure available from www.gringo40s.com,
regards
Ged
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Fantastic!!!!
The blue uniform is definitely the one to use.
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my pleasure.........
lots more to come !
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
It's very much appreciated.
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hi Armestrong........some inspiration
information..picture wise for you
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
probably an officer due to the fancy work
on the high class leather Cuera..
the fannion is unusual and not mentioned
in the literature i have studied.but must have
exsisted...
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and another :o :-* :o :-*
from the prolific Spanish
Artist Bueno...the variables
were many and varied...as
the troopers were poorly
paid..their NCOs took a cut
of their wages for "maintenance"
and sundries!! Hence jackets
and trousers..exact shade of the
Cuera varied. :) still they were
a stupendous looking unit..and
have fascinated me for years! :o :-* :o :-*
and according to the regulations
of 1772 there was to be a standardization
but this never happened as Apacheria
proved to be "not so productive" for
acquisition of new found wealth. unlike
the Mayans,Aztecs,and Incas down south
who were really sitting targets :-[
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Many thanks,Ged.
Absolutely brilliant stuff.
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cheers Armstrong...some for you ;)
Brand New Release today..even more Dismounted Colonial Spanish Cuera...Release date 22nd May 2024..available from our Webstore Now @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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The new releases look great.
Does anyone have any thoughts on the "make up" of an Apache warband?
I'm guessing everyone would have bows and arrows, quite a few spears,but only a few muskets?
Also,how many cavalry?
Thanks,
Andy
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Hi Andy
good question......bear in mind the weapons
used in the early period were to some extent
still in play in the late 1800s!. like my
warriors the slingshot..and wide assortment
of clubs..knives..and trade muskets even
then were in wide use. Bands of 20-50 were
the average. As for mounted warriors..a lot
less as the horse was really only used for
getting from A to B....and as food :o..Apaches
would strip the dead of all useful items..espacially
waist up for shirts and bangles...never gold only
silver ,and scalping was not a practise they
indulged in.
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Thank you for the input,Ged.
Based on what I've read online I'm getting the idea that the Spanish operated in quite small units, usually less than 20.
So,with a slightly larger Apache band,I'm thinking Fistful of Lead core rules might be the way to go.
I'm planning on setting my games firmly in the late 1760's to the 1790's,so possibly not too many muskets.
I've read that spears were very popular weapons,being cheap,easy to make and use,and probably very effective against Spanish cavalry.
Thanks again,
Andy
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This is a great line of figures. I vacationed in Santa Fe some years back, and read up on the Pueblo revolt, the perpetual raiding between Navajo and Spanish, and
how the Puebloans eventually allied with the Spanish in opposition to the Apache and Comanche.
So, now I'm going to get greedy. How about some Navajo and Pueblo Indians too?
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Hi Pan Marek
many thanks for your great input
..appreciate the kind comment....
its a vast arena... :o :-* :o :-*
ps..without the Pueblo Indians
and their equine knowledge
the plains and deserts..et all
would be very different then... 8)
regards
Ged
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Hi Andy
just a note on the Apache spears. they were orginally
heated at the tip and hardened by fire...replaced
by almost any metal they could lay there hands on
in much the same way as arrows only larger...eventually
to counter the Spanish light cavalry and Cuera they were
made larger..ir longer. for wood Mulberry was a favourite
and cedar i believe. ;)
regards
Ged
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Hi Ged,
Thank you very much for the info.
I'm currently reading "A Bad Peace and a Good War,the Mescalero Apache Uprising 1795-99".
I've only just started it,and have already read about 2 actions where things turned out pretty badly for the Spanish!!
One thing I have noticed is that the author comments on the amount of firepower the Apaches had,both arrows and muskets.
Clearly the Apaches had access to plenty of muskets and ammunition even as early as the late 18th Century.
So,I'm thinking that my Apache warband will contain more musket armed warriors than I had originally planned.
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Hi Armstrong
its a very good book...will list a few more
for you when im able. your quite right the
Apaches had access to quite a few muskets
as early as the beginning of the 18th Century
and as their resistance grew into the 19th
Century they became the best armed Indian
tribe..plains indians et all...although later they
were not fond of shotguns! :-*
regards
Ged
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Another one of my Gringo40s Early Apaches
this time firing a Trade Musket...the main problem
for the Apached ,although they became proficient
at using these weapons ammunition or rather lack
of it was a constant problem..resolved by sometimes
just raiding for this precious commodity..more often
trading against furs. :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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just raiding for this precious commodity..
Good idea for a scenario.
Any word of the Comanche?
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Hss,been
many thanks for the comment
lots more to come ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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another newly painted Cuera from the hand of Andy Singleton... :) :D :) :D
28mm Gringo40s Spanish mounted Cuera trooper sporting a mid blue coat, normal colour mid blue and cheaper cloth,Supplies to the presdidio forts were uncertain so a lot of variation exsisted until the regulations of 1772 in New Spain..ie Apacheria figure from Gringo40s latest release in the New Apache and Comanche Wars 1700-1900 range. availabe now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Hi Ged,
Maybe when you have a few more painted we should do a photo shoot with my Presidio? ;)
(https://leadadventureforum.com/gallery/30/86_15_10_17_5_21_15.jpeg)
I can substitute the Mexican flag for a Spanish one lol
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I can substitute the Mexican flag for a Spanish one lol
What completely change the whole set-up ? ??? lol lol lol
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Splendid set Nick :o :-*
and quite an idea :) :D :D
regards
Ged
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Very interesting range of figures here; something I was looking for to play with "One Hour Skirmish"...
By the way, I don´t know if you have this piece of information:
https://www.despertaferro-ediciones.com/revistas/numero/dragones-de-cuera-salvaje-oeste-espanol-norteamerica/ (https://www.despertaferro-ediciones.com/revistas/numero/dragones-de-cuera-salvaje-oeste-espanol-norteamerica/)
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Juan
many thanks for your kind comments :D
actually not seen this information
much appreciated ;)
regards
Ged
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some notes on Cuera troopers :D
these frontier soldiers were recruited from among the Mestizo population and Hispanicized Native Americans. Most of the officers were Criollos and Mestizo, whereas very few of the enlisted men had this distinction. The soldados de cuera manned the presidios that stretched from Los Adaes, Louisiana, in the East, across Texas, New Mexico, and Arizona, to the Pacific Coast of Alta California in the West. There was no lack of volunteers for the service. Recruitment took place mainly among the local population, accustomed to the local climate, who were expert horsemen, and expert trackers who knew the country. For the poor general population the service as a soldados de cuera was attractive, with many perks; besides a regular pay, also medical care, the possibility land grants and promotions.[regards
Ged
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Thanks for the interesting information. Brings the unit more to life.
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Inkpaduta...not all my work ..but
years of research had resulted in
a fascination for this corp of men
often bored for ninety pervent
of the time,with the other ten
percent experiencing sheer terror!
as their adverseries lived to fight!
regards
Ged
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Sent to me by a mate..fascinating comment
on the Cuera......
There is documentation from that time where it is established that the judges, in order not to have to pay for the stay of prisoners, sent them to serve as Soldados de Cuera… clearly… a) for this the "volunteer" had to sign that they were doing it for their own decision… b) of course the Judge charged a good bribe (commission) for each of them…
regards
Ged
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Another picture of one of
our 28mm Dismounted Cuera
figures ,this time about to
load his Escopata musket..
a very distinctive weapon
with the curved wooden stock.
and much prized in the heat
and dust of Apacheria.
regards :o :-* :o :-*
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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He looks great.
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thanks Tom
pleased you like him! ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release for our Apache -Comanche Wars ..first tranche Dismounted Comanche Warriors..available Now from our Indian Wars section on our Webstore!! www.gringo40s.com :o :-* :o :-*
Regards
Ged
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Great stuff Ged :-*
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thanks Nick! ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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A very good addition not only to the range you are doing but also for Native American figures.
These are great to see and can't wait for the mounted.
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Inkpaduta thanks for the thumbs up ;)
regards ;) :D :D 8)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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A very good addition not only to the range you are doing but also for Native American figures.
These are great to see and can't wait for the mounted.
plus one to that. :)
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Has Been
many thanks! ;) :D ;) :D
regards
Ged
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28mm Dismounted Cuera trooper firing horse pistol from our latest release...Spanish 28mm Colonial troops in Apacheria! top paintwork from Andy Singleton. figure available from www.gringo40s.com,
Regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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just a note been informed by a mate
Escopata should be spelt as follows!
with an e...best to be exact! my message
to him............ :D
Escopeta was a light, inexpensive, .69 caliber weapon used by Spanish cavalry and militia in colonial Texas. It was popular until the mid-nineteenth century, …seems your right my friend! ..in Spanish..Arma de fuego portátil, con uno o dos cañones, que dispara cartuchos o perdigones y suele utilizarse para cazar. :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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quick note ....the Spanish Colonial
Escopeta was actually a Flintlock
Carbine..with a very complex and
quite beautiful "Miquelet" lock..
picture of a very rare one attached.
regards
Ged
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Firearms terms in both Spanish and Portuguese can be a little tricky. In the first instance there are quite a few terms used interchangably vis escopeta, fuzil, mosquete, espingarda etc. Depending upon the time period they might mean specific types but generically they mean a musket or long arm (rifled or smooth bore com ou sem cano de alma raiada).
In contemporary times, at least in Brazilian Portuguese, an escopeta is a term usually used for a shot gun whereas fuzil is the most common term for a rifle.
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thanks Carlos...interesting information
... ;)
regards
Ged
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just a note on Cuera pistols
oddly enough there was always
a shortage of these weapons..
possibly due the amount of workmanship
involved in the Miquelet locks..in Apacheria
the majority were not in good condition..
atmosphere..low pay..and inertia all contributed
to poorly maintained weapons..not all though.
attached a picture of a brace of pistold from the
Spanish Colonial period used in Apacheria..."
Caribbean Miquelet about 1770-1800 manufacture
date . :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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I like the look of those pistols. I now look forward to painting my figures with brass pistol barrels :D
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Matakakea
thanks for that...they are very attractive.. :o.
they started using brass to prolong the
life span...usually the locks went first,
that line on brass from your paintbrush
will make all the difference! ;)
regards
Ged
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My reading on the 18th century in New Mexico confirms the scarcity of firearms. Hence, the use of old, worn, crudely repaired ones. But my readings also point in the direction of how far the Santa Fe area was from any source of supply. And the main route took one over extremely harsh territory. As well as the lack of iron deposits in the area to make guns locally.
Then, there's the declining financial means of the Spanish Empire, and its always impoverished Mexican replacement.
Apparently, Hispanic settlers reverted to using bows, due to the inability to obtain firearms.
By the way, do you know of any good books (in English) on the Soldados de Cuera?
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Hi Pan
thanks for your input...you are quite right
as to the scarcity of weapons.The levels of
Red Tape were mind blowing..and uber complex.
the are of Apacheria was close on 800 miles wide
and over half as deep,and even though the Cuera
kept horse and Mule herds..eventually some inside
the Precidios they were ofen run off..as Apaches
were fond of Mule and Horse meat,and really only
used horses to get from A to B.Book wise Thrapps
book is a good introduction as the era is very complex
as all the forts had different strenghts..even Cuera
Native troops these were Armed often with Bows
and Arrows. i have atatched a copy of the book
regards
Ged
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Thank you for the book recommendation.
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Hi Pan
my pleasure...will
list some more when
i get a chance :D
regards
Ged
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some New photos from the rapidly
expanding range
ie.......28mm Dismounted Cuera Trooper about to lunge with his sword. From our recently released 28mm Cuera figures..top paintwork from Andy Singleton. Figures available from our Indian Wars section in our Webstore. www.gringo40s.com :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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The shield details are fabulous! :-*
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thanks Carlos..much obliged..
in reality the troopers should
have carried a triple bull hide
plain shield..but some ignored
the order...and painted on their
own interpretation of the Spanish
royal arms...its a fascinating subject
the shields..stems from the shilds
carried by the Moors in Spain.. ;)
regards
Ged
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Further to the above details
.....the Trooper is brandishing
what may well be a cut down
cavalry sabre ,as the soldiers
were not enamoured with the cavalry
sabres as they proved unwieldy in combat.
examples have been dug up which prove the point
regards
Ged
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found a very interesting example
of a Spanish Colonial short sword
or to give it is proper name..ESPADA ANCHA
a rather decent example to boot...cicra
1700-1800..but used beyond then ..the
workmanship in Spain where most of these
were made was for the most part of the
highest quality,and much favoured by the
Cuera Troopers
regards
Ged
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Brand New Release today 2nd July 2024..Spanish Colonial Artillery...part one..A Ten Inch Mortar on a bed with three crew and assorted ancillary equipment and part of a vignette style set..available also individually .covers 1700-1888..even before or after as Spanish Artillery equipment was made to last. www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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actual picture of the Spanish Colonial
28mm 10 Inch Mortar..
regards
Ged
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some New photos from the rapidly
expanding range
ie.......28mm Dismounted Cuera Trooper about to lunge with his sword.rear view! From our recently released 28mm Cuera figures..top paintwork from Andy Singleton. Figures available from our Indian Wars section in our Webstore. www.gringo40s.com :D 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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latest picture of a Cuera Trooper about to fire his Escopeta carbine............ :o :-* :o :-*
a note to say The escopeta was a light, inexpensive musket or shotgun popularized in the mid-seventeenth century by Spanish cavalry on the colonial frontier. It had a .69 caliber and a 38½" barrel. Although it lacked accuracy, it was still considered acceptable for use against Indigenous peoples in Mexico, Louisiana, Florida, and Texas. Mounted troops often carried it across the saddle bow in a soft leather sheath called a funda or ord. The escopeta's recoil made it challenging to aim, contributing to its reputation as a noisy but imprecise weapon. Despite being replaced by other arms, it remained popular with mounted troops on the northern frontier1. Francisco Targarona, a royal gun maker in Madrid, produced escopetas that served as models for other Spanish gunsmiths. These weapons played a role in settling Alta California beginning in 17692. Overall, the escopeta was a sturdy and dependable firearm used for nearly 200 years on the northern frontier
regards
Ged
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exceptional painting
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thank you Tom ;)
much obliged
regards
Ged
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Full restock just finished of our Brand New Release 9th June 2024 for our Apache -Comanche Wars ..first tranche Dismounted Comanche Warriors..available Now from our Indian Wars section on our Webstore!! www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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OOPS picture overload :
most of the range has now
been fully restocked.
regards
Ged
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Ged,
I know this is somewhat off target for your current range but since you seem to be joining a few Mexican dots together have you given any thought to doing Yaqui Indians? Equally renowned as fierce warriors and would cover the same time span as this range and a bit beyond, indeed both Mexican and US forces battled Yaqui Indians after the First World War and in the case of Mexico into the late 1920s.
With some variety to dress and armament, they could be used with your Conquistador and Mexican ranges and even US Cavalry for the Pershing Intervention.
Just a thought.
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Ged,
I know this is somewhat off target for your current range but since you seem to be joining a few Mexican dots together have you given any thought to doing Yaqui Indians? Equally renowned as fierce warriors and would cover the same time span as this range and a bit beyond, indeed both Mexican and US forces battled Yaqui Indians after the First World War and in the case of Mexico into the late 1920s.
With some variety to dress and armament, they could be used with your Conquistador and Mexican ranges and even US Cavalry for the Pershing Intervention.
Just a thought.
Comanches FIRST !!!!!! :D :D :D
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Hasbeen ;) duly noted!!:o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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Hi Carlos....fascinating Tribe..
with some wonderful headress
and modus operendum.......
in the wild west mental mix!
regards
Ged
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below interesting book on them.... :D
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Brand New Release today 11.7.2024
NA01 Naval Type Bronze 4-Pounder Cannon
Model of a 4-Pounder Naval Cannon typical of the type used on the walls of Presidios (Spanish Fortifications) in the 18th Century....available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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a close up of the Artillery Crew for the
Brand New Release today 11.7.2024
NA01 Naval Type Bronze 4-Pounder Cannon
Model of a 4-Pounder Naval Cannon typical of the type used on the walls of Presidios (Spanish Fortifications) in the 18th Century....available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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New picture...tthey are 28mm Gringo40s Early Apache Gaan Dancers ..two figures…ceremonial dance that is intended to protect the community from disease and enemies. Dancers became "the embodiment of the Mountain Spirits (the Gaan)"; they wear special masks and wands during the dance. The dance is performed by a group of five members, one of them a "clown", each having his specific role. The dance is performed "on the final night of the Sunrise Dance ceremony". available now from gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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from a private collection
of one of our cuatomer
painted by Chis Geale esq
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Next on the list, after I've completed the Cheyenne...
APACHES!
:o
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good to hear Harry!! ;) :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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a close up of the Artillery Crew for the
Brand New Release today 11.7.2024
NA01 Naval Type Bronze 4-Pounder Cannon
Model of a 4-Pounder Naval Cannon typical of the type used on the walls of Presidios (Spanish Fortifications) in the 18th Century....available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Ooh, now that's tasty!
Are you likely to do any late 18th C Spanish regulars? I'd be all over those like a cheap suit.
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Hi Carlos
appreciate the kind comments ;)..gotta love
the Artillery Espanol...they had a vast array
of tubes and ancillary gear....request noted. :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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one for Carlos!! ;)
28mm Spanish Colonial Artillery from our most recent release.
NA01 Naval Type Bronze 4-Pounder Cannon
Model of a 4-Pounder Naval Cannon typical of the type used on the walls of Presidios (Spanish Fortifications) in the 18th Century...with attendant crew ..can be used from 1700 to cicra 1885. top paintwork from Andy singleton...all models above available from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com ;) :D 8) :o :-* o_o :)
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Those look great Ged! Spanish regulars for the latter part of the 18thC would cover a lot of territory.
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Thanks Carlos...appreciated! ;)
regards
Ged
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Lovely Spanish, great cannons, but...
Comanches?!?! ;D
Especially mounted with dismounted equivalents...PLEASE. :)
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Has been............thanks for the input.
the Clarion call has been heard!! ;) ;) ;) ;)
regards
Ged
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Not Caddoes, not Kiowas, Comanch for sure.
You know it makes sense!😀
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thanks Frank ! duly noted ;)
regards
Ged
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ps some dismounted Comanches already
released!! :D
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some dismounted Comanches already
released!! :D
Will the mounted ones (when they come) match the 'already released' dismounted?
I ask as I want to skirmish game, & will need mounted & dismounted that match.
Liking what you've done so far. :D
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Has been :o :-* :o :-*
all will be revealed ;)
regards
Ged
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Has been :o :-* :o :-*
all will be revealed ;)
regards
Ged
You little tease. ;)
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Has been
i know lol!! ;)
cheers
Ged
www.gringo40s.com :D ;) :D
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a recent close up of our latest release
a Spanish Colonial Ten Inch Mortar
and sundry ancillary equipment
available as individual pieces from
Gringo40s Webstore :D
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
top brushwork from Andy Singleton 8)
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New Picture for our Indian Wars range ;) :D :-* :D
28mm Spanish Colonial Artillery from our most recent release.
SCAP01 Artillery Mortar
ten inch Spanish Artillery Mortar ( Can be used for periods 1700-1880 ) in the 18th Century...with attendant crew ..can be used from 1700 to cicra 1885. top paintwork from Andy singleton...all models above available from www.gringo40s.com
Regards
Ged
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New Picture for our Indian Wars range ;) :D :-* :D
28mm Spanish Colonial Artillery from our most recent release.
SCAP01 Artillery Mortar
ten inch Spanish Artillery Mortar ( Can be used for periods 1700-1880 ) in the 18th Century...with attendant crew ..can be used from 1700 to cicra 1885. top paintwork from Andy singleton...all models above available from www.gringo40s.com
Regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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latest picture of a Cuera Trooper about to fire his Escopeta carbine....(.rear view)....... :o :-* :o :-*
a note to say The escopeta was a light, inexpensive musket or shotgun popularized in the mid-seventeenth century by Spanish cavalry on the colonial frontier. It had a .69 caliber and a 38½" barrel. Although it lacked accuracy, it was still considered acceptable for use against Indigenous peoples in Mexico, Louisiana, Florida, and Texas. Mounted troops often carried it across the saddle bow in a soft leather sheath called a funda or ord. The escopeta's recoil made it challenging to aim, contributing to its reputation as a noisy but imprecise weapon. Despite being replaced by other arms, it remained popular with mounted troops on the northern frontier1. Francisco Targarona, a royal gun maker in Madrid, produced escopetas that served as models for other Spanish gunsmiths. These weapons played a role in settling Alta California beginning in 17692. Overall, the escopeta was a sturdy and dependable firearm used for nearly 200 years on the northern frontier
regards
Ged
gringo40s,com
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28mm Dismounted Cuera trooper firing horse pistol from our latest release...Spanish 28mm Colonial troops in Apacheria! top paintwork from Andy Singleton. figure available from www.gringo40s.com,
regards
Ged
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So I've finally got underway. One of each Apache is now on order.
It's a start :D
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Hi Matakakea
many thanks indeed... ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Another one of our Comanche Warriors
this time adorned with a Wolfs Head
and skin firing a bow :D
one of our recent releases! 8)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release 28mm US Texas Rangers...Cicra 1842 onwards.
..NB Texas Dog Breed should read Blue Lacy.
.first of our releases for these redoubtable Fighters.
:o :-* :o :-*.regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release 28mm US Texas Rangers...Cicra 1842 onwards
...NB Texas Dog Breed should read Blue Lacy.
.first of our releases for these redoubtable Fighters.
.regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release 28mm US Texas Rangers...Cicra 1842 onwards.
..NB Texas Dog Breed should read Blue Lacy.
.first of our releases for these redoubtable Fighters.
:o :-* :o :-*.regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
Brilliant!!!!
Will there be regular US army and Mexican figures to follow?
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thanks Armstrong...lots in the pipeline !! ;) 8) ;) 8)
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Nice work on these Ged. :-*
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Nick many thanks matey!!
regards ;) :D ;) :D
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Why so many?
One riot, one Ranger after all :D
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28mm Gringo40s Mounted Texas Ranger from our most recent release of the Indian Wars Range 1700-1900
top paintwork from Andy Singleton..
figure available under Texas Rangers for our Webstore.
will be also available at the Splendid Colours Show on14,9,2024
regards Ged
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28mm Gringo40s Mounted Texas Ranger from our most recent release of the Indian Wars Range 1700-1900 top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figure available under Texas Rangers for our Webstore..will be also available at the Splendid Colours Show on14,9,2024 www.gringo40s.com
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and another Texas Ranger armed to the
teeth as was their want.This time astride
a frisky grey! top paintwork from Andy
Singleton
regards Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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reference the previous posting of another
mounted Texas Ranger details as follows :D 8) :o :-* :) ;)
28mm Gringo40s latest release a swathe of Early Texas Rangers this guy reference in our Webstore is..TEXC01 Texas Ranger Trooper with two Flintlocks and a Pepper-box! top paintwork from Andy Singleton ..figure available from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Might have to add these two mounted chaps to my collection Ged. I’ll come and see you at Colours. :)
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Hi Nick........look forward to seeing you at the Show...will
save one of each for you...look forward to catching up! ;) 8) ;) 8)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Hi Nick........look forward to seeing you at the Show...will
save one of each for you...look forward to catching up! ;) 8) ;) 8)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
Good man! See you on Saturday.
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That Texas Ranger looks good!
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thanks CapnJim ;)
glad you like him! :D
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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28mm Gringo40s very well armed Dismounted Texas Ranger
from our most recent first release of the redoubtable Texas Rangers
top painting from Andy Singleton :D
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Looks good Ged. :)
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Looks good Ged. :)
Indeed they do!
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Nick and CapnJim many thanks indeed chaps!! ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.ccom
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New Picture... :o :-* :o :-*
28mm Gringo40s Dismounted Texas Ranger from our very recent release of these Stalwart chaps..code in site reads.
TEX02 Texas Ranger Armed with Shotgun and Pistol....NB they carried as many weapons as personal funds provided..including one Dollar Kitchen knives (the same amount they were paid daily) as well as a version of the Bowie knife. Nearly always a minimum of two pistols!! top paintwork..Andy Singleton...figure available from www.gringo40s.com
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28mm Gringo40s Dismounted Texas Ranger from our very recent release of these Stalwart chaps..code in site reads.
TEX02 Texas Ranger Armed with Shotgun and Pistol....NB they carried as many weapons as personal funds provided..including one Dollar Kitchen knives (the same amount they were paid daily) as well as a version of the Bowie knife. Nearly always a minimum of two pistols!! top paintwork..Andy Singleton...figure available from www.gringo40s.com
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28mm Gringo40s Dismounted Texas Ranger from our very recent release of these Stalwart chaps..code in site reads.
TEX02 Texas Ranger Armed with Shotgun and Pistol....NB they carried as many weapons as personal funds provided..including one Dollar Kitchen knives (the same amount they were paid daily) as well as a version of the Bowie knife. Nearly always a minimum of two pistols!! top paintwork..Andy Singleton...figure available from www.gringo40s.com
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Wow that's great painting.
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Y'all be kindly advised that this here town don't look too kindly on double-posting content to drum up interest, pardners. ;) Gone and merged these two topics into a nice little postin' treck, ready to hit the dusty release trail ahead.
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Saw the figures 'in the flesh' today at Colours show.
I like them a lot.
I will wait though until more...Comanche in this 'Apache Comanche' range. :D
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Westphalia Chris...duly noted.. ;)...
Has..been...i doff my Stetson.. ;)
also noted...Tom big thanks!! 8)
thanks Chaps
regards
Ged
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28mm Gringo40s rear view of one of our Mounted Texas Ranger from our most recent release of the Indian Wars Range 1700-1900 top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figure available under Texas Rangers for our Webstore.' www.gringo40s.com.
regards
Ged
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Rear View showing equipment and attire
in greater detail..28mm Gringo40s very well armed Dismounted Texas Ranger
from our most recent first release of the redoubtable Texas Rangers
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged www.gringo40s.com :D 8) :D 8)
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reference the previous posting of another
mounted Texas Ranger details as follows :D 8) :o :-* :) ;)
28mm Gringo40s latest release a swathe of Early Texas Rangers this guy reference in our Webstore is..TEXC01 Texas Ranger Trooper with two Flintlocks and a Pepper-box! this time the rear view 8) top paintwork from Andy Singleton ..figure available from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release today 27th September 2024
even more dismounted Texas Rangers :o :-* :o :-*
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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first painted sample of the New Dismounted Texas
Rangers...Brand New Release today 27th September 2024.
even more dismounted Texas Rangers...........
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Splendid stuff Ged. Keep 'Em coming!
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thanks Nick..appreciated matey ;)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com 8) :D 8) :D
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28mm Gringo40s Texas Ranger ..rear view 8) :D 8) :D
dismounted from our very recent release.www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Hi Nick
I just discovered your new spanish colonial range. The cuera dragoons I was longing for, at last! And who could do them if not you?
I just sent my order. But why is the officer pictured above not available to order?
Great work, as usual.
Philippe
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Hi Philippe
just seen your message........i think you mean Gringo40s
Indian Wars range Monsieur!! Merci Beaucoup!! ;)
Meilleures salutations Ged www.gringo40s.com
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some Escopeta information :) :D :) :D
a note to say The escopeta was a light, inexpensive musket or shotgun popularized in the mid-seventeenth century by Spanish cavalry on the colonial frontier. It had a .69 caliber and a 38½" barrel. Although it lacked accuracy, it was still considered acceptable for use against Indigenous peoples in Mexico, Louisiana, Florida, and Texas. Mounted troops often carried it across the saddle bow in a soft leather sheath called a funda or ord. The escopeta's recoil made it challenging to aim, contributing to its reputation as a noisy but imprecise weapon. Despite being replaced by other arms, it remained popular with mounted troops on the northern frontier1. Francisco Targarona, a royal gun maker in Madrid, produced escopetas that served as models for other Spanish gunsmiths. These weapons played a role in settling Alta California beginning in 17692. Overall, the escopeta was a sturdy and dependable firearm used for nearly 200 years on the northern frontier
regards
Ged
gringo40s,com
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another Texas Ranger in all his finery
from a very recent release..........
TEX04 Dismounted Texas Ranger Loading 1847 Colt Walker Pistol
rear view this time...front view to follow 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
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another Texas Ranger in all his finery
from a very recent release..........
TEX04 Dismounted Texas Ranger Loading 1847 Colt Walker Pistol
front view this time...front view to follow 8) :D 8)
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Gringo40s 28mm TEX05 Dismounted Texas Ranger with Levelled Flintlock "Fowler" Shotgun
Dismounted Texas Ranger about to fire Levelled Double-Barreled Flintlock "Fowler" Shotgun available from www.gringo40s.com..top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figure from Gringo40s ..one of our latest releases!
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Gringo40s 28mm TEX05 Dismounted Texas Ranger with Levelled Flintlock "Fowler" Shotgun
Dismounted Texas Ranger about to fire Levelled Double-Barreled Flintlock "Fowler" Shotgun available from www.gringo40s.com..rear view :D 8) :D 8)
Regards
Ged
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Hmm, really like that last chap. Might have a use for him, albeit in a completely different setting.
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thanks Catlos..good to hear
i did think he could inhabit
other time zones.. 8).
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Lovely though the Texas Rangers are, & I will be getting some,
the range was started as...' 'Apache Comanche' COMANCHE !!!!!! :( :( :(
When do we get the FULL allocation of Comanche? Pretty please. ;)
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Has.been
many thanks for your message
appreciate the comments..do bear
with me...its a giant military miniature
operation...!! at ramming speed at the
moment!
regards Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Thanks for the reply. I look forward to seeing the rest of the Comanche... some time. :D
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Gringo40s are pleased to announce
after a small wait a complete Restock
of all the recent releases just completed
today 9.10.24 2024...............
even more dismounted Texas Rangers
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Gringo40s Facebook,instagram,and X (Twitter) :D 8) :D 8)
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I just received my order for these new miniatures. I already own Gingo 40's Tonkin range French and Black Flags units, along with the Central American peoples, Caribs, Mayas and Aztecs, which I have painted. Therefore I already knew by practice the smouth and lively quality of Ged's figures. But these new ones are state of the art, purely beautiful from the plain unpainted state. This is a great pleasure to see that the human hand will never be bested by any lazy electronic substitute in our beloved field. Thanks for this work of love.
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Pallard WOW :o..im thrilled by your response...the seven days
a week researching and as you rightly put it a labour of love
are suddenly worth it....many thanks for your kind comments...
;) :D :o 8) :-* o_o.....it makes it all worth while!!
best regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release today 14th October 2024. :D
.another swathe of both Mounted and Dismounted Texas Rangers.
.available from our Webstore Now!! :o :-* :o :-* :D ;)
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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first picture of our New Texas Ranger
releases..wounded Texas Ranger attempting
to pull out an arrow ( looks slightly oversized
but actual arrow is tiny with the model)
the pain on his face is very realistic IMHO
One ranger had seven arrows in him...walked
at least 5 miles and survived.a different breed
of men then.
Regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Or of Bourbon? ;D
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One ranger had seven arrows in him...walked
at least 5 miles and survived.a different breed
of men then.
He was surely a tough man, but the thing with arrows is that they stay in the wound, stopping the blood flow. With 7 bullet holes in the same places, he would've bled out.
I really like the models in this thread, I just went through it!
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Pallard...indeed...or anything i guess :o :-*
regards
Ged
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Hi Freddy.....thanks for the kind comments..
glad you like the thread.Attacking Comanches
with rapidly firing three foot arrows did present
problems for the Texas Rangers..Captain Jack
Coffee Hays taught them when attacking the
Comanches from the front to go for the left side
as most men are right handed and to swivel on
the blanket with a bow to fire was next to impossible
regards
Ged
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ps another wounded ranger piainted up attempting
to pull out an arrow ..crouched in pain still trying
to fire his pictol!
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28mm Jack Coffee Hayes..in action..fearless leader of Texas Rangers..fast forward to In 1840, Hays was appointed a captain of the Rangers. He proved himself to be a fearless fighter and a good leader of men. His Ranger companies, often mixed groups of Anglos, Hispanics and Indians, engaged in battles and skirmishes with both the Comanches and other Indian tribes, as well as Mexican troops, throughout the early years of the 1840s. Hays and his Rangers were involved in important actions at Plum Creek, Cañon de Ugalde, Bandera Pass, Painted Rock, Salado, and Walker's Creek. The battle at Walker's Creek marked a turning point in Indian warfare with the first effective use of repeating firearms in close combat with the Comanche. Hays gained further respect as a fighter during the Mexican War. The First Regiment, Texas Mounted Riflemen, under the command of Colonel Jack Hays, served with the army of Zachary Taylor. Hays' men scouted for the army and took part in the Battle of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico in 1846. top paintwork from Andy Singleton..from a very recent release
regards
Ged
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Great figure. I like him very much.
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That's a really delightful sculpt! Nicely daubed too.
Good idea focussing on the early 19thC before the TRs go into full-on Texas Einsatzgruppen mode. I doubt anyone wants to game ethnic cleansing Texas style. Games are usually more fun when the other side gets to shoot back.
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Nick many thanks indeed..appreciated ;)
Carlos..thanks very much...i could not agree
more on the actual time..there were winds
of change afoot,and the balance of sides is
fairly even...despite the Colt0.36 Paterson revolver
five shot..holster pistol...the rangers still stuggled
to gain ascendancy over the Comanches..Wacko..
Mexican desparadoes...especially when cool headed
Hayes was not present :o :-*
regards
Ged
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Another splendid paintjob of the famous
Captain Jack Coffee Hayes...in a more
formal attire..is normal dress for Battle
understated and practical...as a quiet
gentle man..once engaged in Battle he
became a Tiger...and by all accounts from
other Texas Rangers his word was Law!
regards
Ged
ps a short but interesting article on him...quote
In the three-way struggle of Anglo colonists, Hispanic settlers, and Indians, Hays proved to be an able leader and fearless fighter (called "Devil Yack"), who gained the respect of the rank and file of the Texas Rangers. Yet his stature-five feet nine inches-his fair complexion, and his mild manners did not match the looks and actions of the legendary ranger in later popular culture. From 1840 through 1846 Hays, at first a captain, then a major, and his ranger companies, sometimes with Mexican volunteers and such Indian allies as Lipan chief Flacco, engaged the Comanches and Mexican troops in small skirmishes and major battles. Important military actions took place at Plum Creek, Cañón de Ugalde, Salado (against Mexican soldiers under Adrián Woll), and Walker's Creek. In these battles Hays and his rangers were usually outnumbered, and their effective use of revolvers revolutionized warfare against Texas Indians.
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2828mm Wild West
Landscape, Flora & Fauna...
in fine metal :D
SC01 Igneous Rocks (Pair)
A pair of Igneous rocks. Scenic accessory to provide hard cover.
first release of many items!! :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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New picture from our very latest set of Texas Rangers :D 8) :D 8)
28mm William " Bigfoot" Wallace in action who fought at the battles of Salado Creek, Battle of Hondo River, and Mier. Some of his most graphic memories were of his experiences in Perote Prison after having survived the Black Bean Incident. Wallace participated in the Battle of Monterrey during the Mexican–American War. As a member of the John Coffee Hays's Rangers, Wallace killed "as many inoffensive Mexicans as he could to avenge his imprisonment after the Mier Expedition".[1] Wallace later participated in the Comanche Wars... regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release today Friday 25th October 2024. :o :-* :o :-*
a swathe of Dismounted Comanche Warriors..available
Now from gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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ohh they look great now need to make some 7th cavalry type figures for them to fight.
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thanks Tom very much !! appreciated ;) :D ;) :D
regards
Ged
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28mm Texas ranger from a very recent Gringo40s release
..reference on the Webpage states..
TEXC03 Young Texas Ranger with Colt Paterson 0.36 Pistol Held High
Young Texas Ranger with Colt Paterson 0.36 Pistol held high and another tucked in his Belt
...thats the firebrand described in general!. top paintwork from Andy Singleton .
f.igure itself available from gringo40s Webstore under "28mm Texas Rangers
@www.gringo40s.com
regards Ged
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Rear view shot of my Texas Ranger in Green!! :o :-* :o :-*
28mm Texas ranger from a very recent Gringo40s release
..reference on the Webpage states..
TEXC03 Young Texas Ranger with Colt Paterson 0.36 Pistol Held High
Young Texas Ranger with Colt Paterson 0.36 Pistol held high and another tucked in his Belt
...thats the firebrand described in general!. top paintwork from Andy Singleton .
f.igure itself available from gringo40s Webstore under "28mm Texas Rangers
@www.gringo40s.com
regards Ged
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now a rearview of John Hayes,,,,,,,
otherwise known as John Coffee "Jack" Hays (January 28, 1817 – April 21, 1883)[1] was an American military officer. A captain in the Texas Rangers and a military officer of the Republic of Texas, Hays served in several armed conflicts from 1836 to 1848, including against the Comanche Empire in Texas and during the Mexican–American War.
regards
Ged
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Very nice!
You know you really should think about doing William Walker and his filibusters. Historical not the Alex Cox version although I suppose you could make some helicopters and do a tie-in with the Vietnam range. ;)
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Hi Carlos indeed there is/was/are a huge pot of
fascinating characters to choose from..and with
the tie in with the main battleground of Texas/Apacheris
Nam is not too big a stretch lol!!
regards
Ged
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ps another wounded ranger painted up..rear view
this time in pain still trying to pull a three foot
arrow from his leg ! :o and attempting to fire his pistol!
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TEX03 Dismounted Texas Ranger Firing a Colt Paterson .36
from Gringo40s latest 28mm Texas Ranger release..
with slightly bent barrel..missed in the pre painting prep by me...ooops!
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coming VERY soon...first tranche of the fearsome mounted Comanches!!!!!
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com :o :-* :o :-* :o :-* :) 8)
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Brand New Gringo40s Mounted Comanches..
release date today 8th November 2024..
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Plus an additional Dismounted Comanche.
.same release date and availablilty.!
regards
Ged
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Great news.
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has been..many thanks!! ;)
regards
Ged
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Brand New Gringo40s Mounted Comanches. :o :-* :o :-*
..released 8th November 2024..
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
this warrior is a Comanche Brave Wearing Buffalo Headress
armed with Trade Musket & Axe..
regards
Ged
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Brand New Gringo40s Mounted Comanches. 😮 😘 😮 😘
..released 8th November 2024..
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
this warrior is a Comanche Brave Wearing Buffalo Headress
armed with Bow and arrows!
regards
Ged
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an intersting paintjob has just
come to my attention of one
of my dismounted Texas Rangers
very nicely painted,in a wonderful
vibrant way...details below
quote
Gringo40s Texas Ranger ready for basing!
Tutorial has been filmed for all you gunslingers 😉
painted by "Painting Panzers"
unquote
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Without even realising it you are steadily adding more fillibuster options for a future Walker campaign. Keep it up!
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thanks Carlos.appreciated. ;) i was vaguely aware
as in this era everything seems to meld into
one...with one period seeping into another!....
from the Spanish incursion to Quannah Parkers
surrender in 1875..fascinating without a doubt..
regards
Ged
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Fabulous Ged,
Great to catch up at Partizan, really tempted by your latest Comanche releases …… I may come back to Wild West next year I think
Cherrs
Matt
French Wargame Holidays
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Hi Matt..great to see you at Partizan and have a good catch
up..glad i may have tempted you with my Comanches...
loads more temptation to follow!!! ;) :D ;) :D
appreciate the kind comments 8)
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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So I guess the ultimate objective is to have a mini range themed after every surf guitar track ever produced? It's OK, I'm a Link Wray fan myself. :D
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almost Carlos lol ;)
cheers Ged
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Gringo40s are pleased to announce
we have fully restocked our Current
expanding range of 28mm Texas Rangers
both mounted and dismounted...which
are currently all available from
Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards Ged and the Team :) :D :) :D
www.gringo40s.com
Gringo40s Facebook,Instagram and Twitter (X)
NB top paintwork from Andy Singleton.
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Brand New Gringo40s Mounted Comanches. :o :-* :o :-*
..released fairly recently !
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
this warrior is a Comanche hanging from the side of a horse
firing a bow and arrow..after years of training from boyhood!.
regards
Ged
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Gringo40 dismounted Comanches. :o :-* :o :-*
..released recently.........
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
this warrior is a Comanche Brave firing a bow in a Wolfskin
headress also armed with a trade Axe.
regards
Ged
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Like him a lot Ged
Cheers
Matt
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thanks very much Matt ;) :D 8) :)
regards
Ged
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28mm Gringo40s Early Apaches..from
FAIRLY recent release (private collection of customer)
top paintwork from Chris Geale.
Regards
Ged
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Brand New Release today 28.11..2024 ... :o :-* :o :-*
Tier 4 Dismounted Texas Ranger additions
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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a must mention News item 8)
Truly a wonderful event today at Sinte Gleska University. 5th Generation descendant of Spotted Tail, Chief John Spotted Tail put on display the recently returned original Spotted Tail headdress. An honor to see such history & hear the story of how these items came back to him.
heartwarming news..kept in a trunck..and
has remained in superb condition...now
we know exactly what this great chief wore!
regards
Ged
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Does this mean you will be doing Lakota Sioux next?
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Hi Carlos thanks for the comment/input!! ;)
.....well...Texas is a Big State..well country
really..and i can take many roads...lol :D
to be honest i just liked the News.... ;)
regards
Ged
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All New painted figure from our very recent release :D
28mm Gringo40s brand New Texas Ranger.
sartorially elegant buckskin due in Texas cicra 1840 :o :-* :o :-*
excellent paintwork from Andy Singleton..
figure and the rest of the release available
from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Rear View ..showing all the equipment and back of rifle of
an New painted figure from our very recent release :D
28mm Gringo40s brand New Texas Ranger.
sartorially elegant buckskin due in Texas cicra 1840 :o :-* :o :-*
excellent paintwork from Andy Singleton..
figure and the rest of the release available
from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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All New painted figure from our very recent release :D
28mm Gringo40s brand New Texas Ranger..
sartorially elegant in a grey cotton shirt Texas cicra 1840.
.excellent paintwork from Andy Singleton...
figure and the rest of the release available from
Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Oh that's a cool Han Solo type pose.
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thank you Tom..much obliged ;) :D ;) :D
regards
Ged
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All New painted figure from our very recent release :D
28mm Gringo40s brand New Texas Ranger..Rear View of a
sartorially elegant in a grey cotton shirt Texas cicra 1840.
.excellent paintwork from Andy Singleton...
figure and the rest of the release available from ;) 8) :D 8)
Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Brand New Release today.. :D :o :-* :o :-* ;) :D
28mm Mounted Comanches
as they appeared at the Important battle of Plum Creek 12th August 1840.
taken from eye witness archive accounts
.available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New Release today.. :D :o :-* :o :-* ;) :D
28mm Mounted Comanches
as they appeared at the Important battle of Plum Creek 12th August 1840.
taken from eye witness archive accounts
.available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
Those are quite superb!!! Pretty unique too - don’t think I’ve seen any other 28mm models for that particular engagement…
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Guitarheroandy
many thanks indeed... ;)
it was and is a fairly obscure
battle..only one book on the
Subject..Battle near a Town called
Lockhart.16.8.1840..rampaging
Comanches under Chief Buffalo Hump
clash mightly with Texas Rangers and
other Militia..the Indians are wearing
representations of local wildlike,and more
often the not the deceased and stuffed
version.. :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
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I thought i would put up pictures of close
in black and white photos of my battle of
Plum Creek Comanches...first up with
Notation from my site....
CPC02 Veteran Comanche with Pronghorn Deer Antler Headress
Veteran Comanche with Pronghorn Deer Antler and Deerskin Headress
with lance, shield and Bow and Arrows
regards
Ged
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I thought i would put up pictures of close
in black and white photos of my battle of
Plum Creek Comanches...second up with
Notation from my site....
CPC01 Comanche Chief in Full War Bonnet Regalia & Matching Pony
Comanche Chief in Full War Bonnet Regalia & Antelope tasseled clothing
Carrying Lance & Shield
regards
Ged
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And a New Years Eve picture of close
in black and white photo of my battle of
Plum Creek Comanches...THIRD up with
Notation from my site.... :o :-* :o :-*
CPC03 Veteran Comanche with American Crow Headress
Veteran Mounted Comanche Brave with American Crow
Headress carrying a Trade Musket & Bow and Arrows
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Brand New painted 28mm Gringo40s Texas Ranger in Serap. :o :-* :o :-*
Gringo40s Site information..
TEX13 Dismounted TexasRanger Advancing with Mississippi Rifle and sword.
top apintwork from Andy Singleton.
available with his mates from the Texas Ranger section in Gringo40s Webpage @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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WOW the painting on that poncho is great. I would have just painted it one color.
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thank you Tom ...much appreciated ;)
regards
Ged
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That is a nicely-painted chap. Well done!
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Que serape, serape!
Nicely painted and a great looking sculpt. :-*
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Carlos Muchas gracias Compañero ;)
Saludetes Ged www.gringo40s.com
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And a New Years picture of close up and
in black and white of a photo of my battle of
Plum Creek Comanches...fourth up with
Notation from my site.... :o :-* :o :-*
CPC04 Veteran Mounted Comanche
with Sandhill Crane Headress armed
with Lance and Bow and Arrows
regards
Ged
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is he wearing a looted blouse or just a fan of off the shoulder numbers?
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I'm more worried about what that duck is doing.
I had a pet Mallard drake as a boy. One day we discovered the lunatic duck apparently attempting to copulate with the lawn mower. :o Hopefully this is more of a consensual relationship.
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thanks for the input chaps
the Bird is actually a Sandhill
Crane..native to Texas with
a red back of the head..the
Comanche warrior involved
added red eyes to his creation
held on by a tribal belt :o :-* :o :-*
cheers Ged
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rear View 28mm Gringo40s Texas Ranger in Serap..Gringo40s Site information.
..TEX13 Dismounted Texas Ranger Advancing with Mississippi Rifle and sword.
.top paintwork from Andy Singleton... :o :-* :o :-*
available with his mates from the Texas Ranger section in
Gringo40s Webpage @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Do you have a rule set you recommend for this line?
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the Gray Ghost...as it happens working on
a set...very complex..with all the scenarios! ;)
:-* :o :-*
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One rule set that is out there already is Flintlocks and Percussion caps.
I just got it and it is designed exactly for this sort of skirmish game and period.
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Inlpaduta...thats good to hear..any chance of a link
or who sells these rules....many thanks ;)
regards
Ged
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I got them from Cavalier books. Partizan Press is the publisher.
They have been out a couple of years I believe. They are the rules
I intend to use when I finally buy some of these fabulous figures of yours.
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Hi Inkpaduta...appreciate the information....
the cover with the Texas Ranger on captures
the period nicely!Appreciate the kind comment
much more to come for this range!!!
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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I thought i would put up pictures of close
in black and white photos of my battle of
Plum Creek Comanches..fifth up with
Notation from my site....
CPC05 Comanche Mounted Sub Chief with Looted Parasol,
Top Hat and Coat
NB..............
a few of the Cicra 400-800 Comanches present at Plum
creek took to using the Parasols with great gusto..others
sport a wide variety of unusual Headgear as per my other
figures in this sub-range..this continued until the Wars
drew to an end
regards
Ged
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28mm Gringo40s Dismounted Texas Ranger site ref.
TEX12 Dismounted Texas Ranger
Firing a "Long Tom" Shotgun
top paintwork from Andy Singleton
available now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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BRAND NEW 28mm Texas Ranger release today 22.1.2025
another swathe of additional Dismounted Texas Ranger figures
available from Gringo40s Website NOW @ www.gringo40s.com :-* :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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from our very latest Gringo40s
Dismounted Texas Rangers please
see the release in order in black
and white initially :D first up per
our site information...............
TEX14 Texas Ranger in Serape firing No.5 Colt Pistol
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Nice looking sculpt Ged
Cheers
Matt
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thank you Matt...much obliged. ;).
regards Ged
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28mm Dismounted Texas Ranger from a very recent release
Site reference..TEX17 Texas Ranger in Full Buckskin Advancing
with Plains Rifle..available Now from www.gringo40s.com :o :-* :o :-*
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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Great models! I'd love to see you do some US Dragoons of this period too...
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Guitarheroandy many thanks indeed
glad you like the figures!
regards
Ged
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Next up one of the most important Texas Rangers.............. :o :-* :-*
mm Jack Coffee Hayes..in action..fearless leader of Texas Rangers..fast forward to In 1840, Hays was appointed a captain of the Rangers. He proved himself to be a fearless fighter and a good leader of men. His Ranger companies, often mixed groups of Anglos, Hispanics and Indians, engaged in battles and skirmishes with both the Comanches and other Indian tribes, as well as Mexican troops, throughout the early years of the 1840s. Hays and his Rangers were involved in important actions at Plum Creek, Cañon de Ugalde, Bandera Pass, Painted Rock, Salado, and Walker's Creek. The battle at Walker's Creek marked a turning point in Indian warfare with the first effective use of repeating firearms in close combat with the Comanche. Hays gained further respect as a fighter during the Mexican War. The First Regiment, Texas Mounted Riflemen, under the command of Colonel Jack Hays, served with the army of Zachary Taylor. Hays' men scouted for the army and took part in the Battle of Monterrey, Nuevo Leon, Mexico in 1846. Now available in 28m fine metal from www.gringo40s.com
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New picture Texas Ranger in
a Blue semi uniform with the
popular flat cap...site reference
TEX12 Dismounted Texas Ranger
Firing a "Long Tom" Shotgun
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
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ooops correct figure!
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New Release today 15th February ! :o :-* :o :-*
Brand New Release as part of our American Indian War range
the wonderful Animals that populated this vast Land and still do
28mm North American Animals..part one/Tranche one.
Available Now from Gringo40s Webstore !! www.gringo40s.com
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Is it my imagination, or do I recognise two characters from a beloved childhood cartoon sitting to the right?
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Matakakea....ive been rumbled...probably
one of the best cartoons ever..meep meep
but to cover my commercial interests i can
never deny or confirm...Lol ;) :o :-* :o :-* 8)
regards
Ged
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Best T Shirt I ever had. Wiley Coyote had the bird by the throat and was giving him nine inch of dangling death from behind, shouting...
"Beep-Beep now you little bastard!"
:D
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Harry Faversham...lol.....best cartoon chartacters in
the world IMHO...i have had suitable boxes made
to store the ACME equipment in...! well to paint up
at least.....did consider an ACME stencil on top....
theres been a lot of interest in the Road Runner
...a mate of mine in Spain tried to follow one in
his car..said it swerved and shot off at quite a speed
..no straight line involved!
regards
Ged
www.gringo40s.com
ps the Coyote at speed is Wylie (ish) :D
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As thread drifts go, this one's epic!
Wiley Coyote has always been a Hero and inspiration. His spirit of optimism is an example to us all!
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indeed Harry..or shall we give him his correct
name Wiley E Coyote...always wondered what
the e stood for...sometimes a dash of comic drift
is a useful panacea ;)....we all love an underdog (coyote)
especially one that never gives up..... :D ;) :D ;)
cheers
Ged
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Wile E. Coyote according to the WB website. Regardless of the spelling I think some of the local fauna will be a fun addition to the game. :)
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Matakakes...duly noted ;)
what do you have in mind?
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28mm Mounted Comanche Brave..from Gringo40s..
site reference COC01 Comanche Brave Wearing Wolfskin
Armed with Trade Musket & Axe..
top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figure
available under our Indian Wars Range 1700-1900..www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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28mm Mounted Comanche Brave..from Gringo40s..
site reference COC01 Comanche Brave Wearing Pronghorn antlers
Armed with lance..Other side this time.....
top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figure
available under our Indian Wars Range 1700-1900..www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Now that's one hell of a Commanche warrior. I'd love to have him leading my Braves on the Warpath.
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thank you Harry ;)
much appreciated !!
regards
Ged
www.gringo40a.com
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and the front view ;)
28mm CPC02 Veteran Comanche with Pronghorn Deer Antler Headress.
part of our Indian War...sub range "Plum Creek" battle.
available from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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some more Comanche pictures fresh
off the blocks!! :o :-* :o :-*
28mm Indian Wars ..
CPC01 Comanche Chief in Full War Bonnet Regalia & Matching Pony.
top paintwork from Andy Singleton.
figure available from our Battle of Plum Creek Sub range
under Indian Wars 1700-1900...www.gringo40s.com
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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and the reverse side of the Splendidly
attired Chief and pony !! :o :-*
some more Comanche pictures fresh
off the blocks!! :o :-* :o :-*
28mm Indian Wars ..
CPC01 Comanche Chief in Full War Bonnet Regalia & Matching Pony.
top paintwork from Andy Singleton.
figure available from our Battle of Plum Creek Sub range
under Indian Wars 1700-1900...www.gringo40s.com
regards Ged www.gringo40s.com
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Just received two batches of Rangers and Comanches from Ged, first time I?ve ordered from him. I have to say I?m very impressed lovely figures, I will definitely be ordering more. Would love to see some later period 7th cavalry in hand to hand fighting poses, as in a certain last stand, hint hint.
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THE CID...really appreciate the kind comments and the
hint duly noted ;)....glad you are enjoying the expanding
range!! ;) 8)
regards
Ged
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Brand New Comanche present at the
Battle of plum Creek................
28mm Indian Wars ..CPC03 Veteran Comanche with American Crow Headress. :o :-* :o :-*
top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figure
available from our Battle of Plum Creek Sub range
under Indian Wars 1700-1900...www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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28mm Gringo40s Gaan Dancer Apache ..second figure..
.ceremonial dance that is intended to protect the community from disease and enemies.
Dancers became "the embodiment of the Mountain Spirits (the Gaan)";
they wear special masks and wands during the dance.
The dance is performed by a group of five members, one of them a "clown",
each having his specific role. The dance is performed "
on the final night of the Sunrise Dance ceremony".
op paintwork from Andy Singleton.
available now from www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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Brand New Comanche present at the
Battle of plum Creek.........side view this time :D
28mm Indian Wars ..CPC03 Veteran Comanche with American Crow Headress. :o :-* :o :-*
top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figure
available from our Battle of Plum Creek Sub range
under Indian Wars 1700-1900...www.gringo40s.com
regards
Ged
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28mm Gringo40s brand New Texas Ranger..sartorially
elegant in a grey cotton shirt Texas cicra 1840..
excellent paintwork from Andy Singleton.
figure and the rest of the release available
from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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Ged
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Brand New Release for Gringo40a Rapidly expanding Indian Wars Range 1700-1900.
more mounted Texas Rangers ..release date today 5th April 2025 . :o :-* :o :-*
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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Ged
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Those are some really well painted First Nation warriors. Love the ochre hand prints on the horse.
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Peithetairos many thanks for the kind
comments! ;)
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Ged
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Brand New Release for Gringo40a Rapidly expanding Indian Wars Range 1700-1900.
.more dismounted Texas Rangers ..release date today 6th April 2025
..available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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Ged
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With all the News on the Return of the Dire Wolf
and the use of Grey wolf Genome.thought i might
restart my North American Animal post...recently
released part one...Road Runner seen and dusted
and now part of a New Film held over for years
.,,i present the male Grey Wolf :o :-* :o :-*
available under North American Animals section
on my site!! :D
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Ged
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28mm Male American Grey wolf.from Gringo40s top apintwork from Andy Singleton With all the News on the Return of the Dire Wolf
and the use of Grey wolf Genome.thought i might
restart my North American Animal post...recently
released part one...Road Runner seen and dusted
and now part of a New Film held over for years
.,,i present the male Grey Wolf 😮 😘 😮 😘
available under North American Animals section
on my site!! 😃
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Ged
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28mm recent release from our Battle of Plum Creek Sub-range..
CPC04 Veteran Mounted Comanche with Sandhill Crane Headress
top paintwork Andy Singleton..available from Gringo40s
rapidly expanding 28mm Indian Wars Range 1700-1900
:-* :o :-*@ www.gringo40s.com
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Ged
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Brand New Release aven more 28mm Mounted Comanche Braves.
for Gringo40s Indian WARS 1700-1900 Range...
release date today 30th April 2025
available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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Ged
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Brand New Release today....
28mm Gringo40s Native American Indian Camp scene..
.mixture of Chief ,Sub Chiefs.
RI04 Native Indigenous Woman in trade blanket.
Native Tribal boy blowing whistle..available today from Gringo40s webstore under American Indian Village section on our website...www.gringo40s.com
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just a quick note to say the latest mounted
Comanches and Indian Camp fire scene
have now been fully restocked. :D 8) 8)
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Ged
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Good, as I have just ordered the Camp fire scene.
The wife wants some dioramas. :)
Are there any more Comanche coming in this Apache Comanche range ? :D
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has,been many thanks for the kind comment
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Ged
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pm sent !
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Brand New Release today....from Gringo40s 28mm Buffalo
(Latin Name Bison Bison) Cheyenne used 27 different words for a buffalo,
depending on its sex, age, or condition. Gringo40s have released a Bull,Cow
, adolescent and a Calf all available Now from Gringo40s Webstore
under 28mm North American Animals (fine metal miniatures) www.gringo40s.com
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Ged
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Absolutely fantastic, will there be Mexican troops/civilians released?
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Thanks Armstrong ;) much appreciated ;)
all will be revealed!! :D
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Ged
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TEX03 Dismounted Texas Ranger Firing a Colt Paterson .36
from Gringo40s latest 28mm Texas Ranger release.
.with slightly bent barrel..missed in the pre painting prep by me...ooops!
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Brand New Release on the 4th June 2025....28mm Early Cherokee Indians..to join our expanding 28mm Indian Wars Rane 1700-190 available Now from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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update to Cherokee release copy
of add now added! :D
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Ged
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The Cherokees were slow to evolve into
the "Trade War Musket" era ,and did so
under later leaders..the attached picture
of a veteran warrior with a hide smock
adorned with bangles and beads and
sporting the small attached target shields
they used for close combat, :D 8) :D 8)
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Ged
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Interesting stuff, about some formidable opponents!
The Texas Quote of the Day, written in 1885, offers tactical advice on how to fight Comanches.
"In the event of being pursued, immediately after the preparation of depredations;
the Comanches move day and night, very often not breaking gallop except to exchange horses (which they do several times) and water the caballada, until they deem themselves safe. Under these circumstances they will travel at least 70 miles a day, which is a long distance with the encumbrance of loose animals.
A party of warriors dressed in their trappings - embellished shields, fancy moccasins, long pig tails bedecked with silver, shoulder belts worked with beads and adorned with shells, fine leggings, ornamented cases for bows and arrows - mounted upon spirited horses, singing a war song, and sweeping over a prairie is a beautiful spectacle to a man with plenty of brave fellows to back him.
Their motions are easy and graceful. They sit a horse admirably, and manage one with a master hand. Charge them and they will retreat from you with double your numbers. But beware when pursuing them; keep your men together, well in hand, with at least half their arms loaded, else you will find when it is too late, the flying Comanches will turn on you and charge you to the very teeth.
A Comanche can draw a bow when on horseback, standing or running, with remarkable strength and accuracy. They have been known to kill horses running at full speed over one hundred yards away.
In the commencement of a fight, the yell of defiance is borne to you loud, long, and startling. The war whoop has no romance in it. It thrills even a stout heart with an indescribable sensation. The excitement of battle is quite as evident among these people as among others. Let the tide turn against them, send lead messengers through some of their warriors, and then the mournful wail is heard; its lubricous notes are borne back to you with uncouth cadence, betokening sorrow, anger, and a determination to revenge.
Never ride upon a bowman's left; if you do, ten to one he will pop an arrow through you. When mounted, an Indian cannot use his bow against an object behind and to his right.
The dead are usually borne from the field. Nothing but the most imminent danger prevents them from performing the incumbent duty of not leaving the body of a comrade in the hands of an enemy. Over a fallen chief they will make a desperate stand. Their caution seems merged in the determination to risk everything to bear him from the field. To attain this object they will fight furiously, bravely, and often.
If they abandon him, it is usually in despair. Flight is no longer methodical and menacing to the pursuer. Retreat degenerates into route. After this they have seldom if ever been known to resume the offensive. They will hide themselves in the first chaparral affording security against discovery, remain during the day, and visit the dead at night, and if not able to remove them will spread blankets or some covering over them.
The bow is placed horizontally in shooting; a number of arrows are held in the left hand; the bow operates as a rest for the arrows. The distance - the the curve the missile has to describe in reaching the object - is determined by the eye without taking aim. At the distance of 60 yards and over, arrows can be dodged, if but one Indian shoots at you at a time. Under forty yards the six-shooter has little advantage over the bow.
At long distances the angle of elevation is considerable. It requires a quick eye to see the arrow and judge the whereabouts of its descent, a good dodger to move out of the way, and a good rider to keep in the saddle. A man is required to keep both eyes engaged in an Indian fight."
---- John Salmon "Rip" Ford, shown in the photo below, gives tactical
advice for fighting Indians in "Rip Ford's Texas," 1885
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Harry thanks for the fascinating post...the Comanches
IMHO were probably up there as the most fearsome
of all the Indian Tribes...never really being beaten once
they obtained and rode horses...until they met up with
Jack Coffee Hayes and his rangers at Walkers creek.
i enjoyed the read.. ;)
many thanks
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Brand New 28mm Texas Ranger release..both mounted and Dismounted. :o :-* :o :-*
includes on of Gringo40s Special pieces! Available today 14th July 2024
from Gringo40s Webstore @www.gringo40s.com
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Received my first order of Texas Rangers and Comanches a few days ago
Absolutely superb figures, large 28mm , ooz8ng character, and the detail is fantastic.
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Armstrong many thanks for the kind comments! :o :-* :o :-*
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a quick note to showcase one of our New 28mm texas
Ranger releases of the other day.....
:D 8) :D 8)
TEXC09 Prone Texas Ranger Firing 1841 Mississippi Rifle over His Downed Horse
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28mm Gringo40s Early Cherokee paddling his supply canoe.
from our very recent release of these fascinating Indians..
top paintwork from Andy Singleton..figures available from www.gringo40s.com
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New to Gringo40s the redoubtable early Cherokee Indians.
first up a Warrior with a blow-pipe used to hunt small animals initially.
then upgraded to hunting human enemies..by all written accounts...Deadly! from gringo40s latest release 28mm Early Cherokee..available from Gringo40s Webstore @ www.gringo40s.com
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Ged
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28MM Gringo40s Cherokee Warrior in action. :o :-* :o :-*
from our very latest Gringo40s 28mm Early Cherokee release
figure available from Gringo40s Webstore !!
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ps Top paintwork from Andy Singleton.
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28mm Early Cherokee Archer in action.. :o :-* :o :-*
from Gringo40s very recent Early Cherokee release
figures available from Gringo40s Webstore regards Ged/Gringo40s.
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a quick note to showcase one of our New 28mm texas
Ranger releases of the other day.....
:D 8) :D 8)
TEXC09 Prone Texas Ranger Firing 1841 Mississippi Rifle over His Downed Horse
regards Ged and the Gringo40s Team
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top paintwork from Andy Singleton...rear shoy of the photo..front to follow :o :-* :o :-*
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Front camera view :D
a quick note to showcase one of our New 28mm texas
Ranger releases of the other day.....
:D 8) :D 8)
TEXC09 Prone Texas Ranger Firing 1841 Mississippi Rifle over His Downed Horse
regards Ged and the Gringo40s Team
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top paintwork from Andy Singleton..front shot of the photo..attached :o :-* :o :-*