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Title: [COMMERCIAL] A LOT of Iron Duke GAPS releases at Empress Miniatures 04/11/22
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on September 23, 2020, 10:13:24 AM
Gwalior, Afghanistan, Punjaub & Scinde 1840's

https://www.irondukeminiatures.co.uk/gaps-range-1840s-india

British Infantry, firing line, coatees, peaked Kilmarnock forage caps (older pattern), quilted cover and neck curtain, knapsacks, P1839 percussion muskets (8 different figs in standing poses).
[Particularly suited for HM 22nd (The Cheshire) Regiment in Scinde 1843].

https://www.empressminiatures.com/iron-duke-miniatures-120-c.asp


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Post by: Juan on September 23, 2020, 10:43:12 AM
Fantastic!!!
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Post by: carlos marighela on September 23, 2020, 11:18:14 AM
Grrr, more thinks I want and need like a hole in the head.. lol

Will Nathan be stocking these?
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on September 23, 2020, 11:45:34 AM
I would expect so  ;)
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Post by: Atheling on September 23, 2020, 01:02:42 PM
Beautiful sculpts from Paul as always  :-* :-* :-*

I eagerly awaiting the release of (Pathan?) tribesmen ;) :)
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Post by: carlos marighela on September 23, 2020, 10:55:37 PM
For those chaps you really want Baluchis, hundreds of them. Fascinating little campaign the conquest of Scinde and the campaign that gave us the most exquisite pun in the history of warfare, Napier’s “Peccavi” sent to his superiors after the Battle of Hyderabad.*

I have had the requisite Bombay Native infantry for years but nothing to match the Armitage painting’s depiction of the Cheshires has existed to date. Been well worth the wait it seems.




*Allegedly. There is a suggestion it was invented by a contributor to Punch.
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Post by: Arthur on September 25, 2020, 10:22:19 PM
The Baluchis on their way : the dollies were previewed a few weeks ago on the Iron Duke FB page.
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Post by: Atheling on September 25, 2020, 11:10:19 PM
The Baluchis on their way : the dollies were previewed a few weeks ago on the Iron Duke FB page.

I saw the doillies. They're in a charging/running posture, yeah?

Has any more putty been added? I think this is something I need to investigate  :D
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Post by: Arthur on September 26, 2020, 03:40:36 PM
Mostly charging/attacking types, yes, though one of the chaps is kneeling :

(https://scontent-cdt1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/110290021_2622839614645349_607373471998566563_o.jpg?_nc_cat=101&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=f2n6y-sBpIoAX8cgaQC&_nc_ht=scontent-cdt1-1.xx&oh=8a147d11bea07c12de93d321b6f90726&oe=5F94B02A)

(https://scontent-cdt1-1.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/115675132_2622839844645326_3570080373062830508_o.jpg?_nc_cat=110&_nc_sid=730e14&_nc_ohc=JaytsbefvOwAX-F2iKZ&_nc_ht=scontent-cdt1-1.xx&oh=119e9cc5e5c4356438c1f49c8d65989f&oe=5F95D685)

No idea how much progress Hicks Sahib has made on those since : they're probably a fair few weeks/months away as several manufacturers who are using them are saying Griffin Moulds are very busy these days.
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Post by: Atheling on September 26, 2020, 05:05:15 PM
Thanks Arthur. They're the excellent and already irresistible dollies I saw on the Iron duke FB page.  8)



Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] Iron Duke GAPS range available at Empress Miniarures
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 07, 2020, 04:15:43 PM
The latest pack for this range is now in the Empress Miniatures shop.

https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp

GAPS 4 Sikh Irregular Matchlockmen (or bandukchis)(Set I), firing line, with tulwars and slung shields. (8 figs).

[Suitable for both jagirdari irregular infantry [the retinue troops of great men] or Fauj-i-qilajat [garrison troops] in the 1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars].

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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 28, 2020, 11:01:08 AM
Some extra items for the Iron Duke GAPS range.

https://www.empressminiatures.com/them-132-c.asp

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Post by: waterproof on October 28, 2020, 11:08:00 AM
beautiful sculpts.   :-*
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 28, 2020, 03:36:21 PM
Many thanks  ;)
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Post by: Romark on October 28, 2020, 04:46:11 PM
Lovely hackery model,horses too but where are the riders? :)
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 28, 2020, 06:08:08 PM
Running fast to catch up so not long  ;)
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Post by: Romark on October 28, 2020, 06:16:24 PM
 
Running fast to catch up so not long  ;)

 lol
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Post by: Andrew_McGuire on October 28, 2020, 06:52:54 PM
Fascinating little campaign the conquest of Scinde and the campaign that gave us the most exquisite pun in the history of warfare, Napier’s “Peccavi” sent to his superiors after the Battle of Hyderabad.*

*Allegedly. There is a suggestion it was invented by a contributor to Punch.

I just noticed your footnote, so this post is probably redundant, but for obvious reasons I don't want to stay stuck on 666 so please forgive me.

FWIW, I once read that the pun came from a Punch cartoon (this being, of course, back in the days, when people would have understood it). It certainly can't have been a telegram as sometimes claimed - though not by you - as there was no telegraph system available.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] Iron Duke GAPS range available at Empress Miniarures
Post by: Mike1879 on October 28, 2020, 08:55:26 PM
Loving these new I.D ranges !!!
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Post by: carlos marighela on October 28, 2020, 08:57:54 PM
I presume there will be a command pack coming?
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Post by: Diablo Jon on October 28, 2020, 09:19:19 PM
oh those new ones are rather spiffing. I don't do India but my first thought was they would work well as Zanzibari Baluchi.
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 29, 2020, 08:44:34 AM
For both Brits and Sikhs yes very much so.

Also worth checking the Empress Mutiny range for some connecting packs  ;)
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Post by: Jeff965 on December 16, 2020, 11:31:09 AM
Hope you dont mind me posting these here Paul, but I painted some of the GAPS range for ID Miniatures.
These are HM 22nd Regiment for the conquest of Scinde, more photos here https://www.irondukeminiatures.co.uk/miniatures-gallery
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Post by: Atheling on December 16, 2020, 12:33:54 PM
They are terrific Jeff  :o :-* :o :-* :o

You have nailed the uniforms particularly the red!!

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Post by: tomrommel1 on December 17, 2020, 10:16:04 AM
very nice indeed :-*
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Post by: Jeff965 on December 17, 2020, 11:41:54 AM
Thanks both  :)
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL]New releases o Iron Duke GAPS range available at Empress Miniarures
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on January 11, 2021, 02:04:21 PM
GAPS 7  EIC Irregular Cavalry in alkaluks (Set I).
GAPS 8 EIC Irregular Cavalry in alkaluks (Set I).
GAPS 3 British Infantry Command in shell jackets.
THEM 8 Bullock-Drawn Dak-Gharry (Mail Cart).
GAPS 6 Sikh Irregular Infantry Command.
GAPS 9 Major-General Sir Charles Napier Staff Set.

THEM 12 British Army & East India Company Finials (4 to the set)


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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on January 11, 2021, 02:08:08 PM
And these.
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Post by: Marine0846 on January 11, 2021, 03:38:18 PM
Great additions to the range.
Love the cart.
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Post by: sepoy1857 on January 12, 2021, 03:56:34 AM
Stunning as always! :)
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Post by: Matakakea on January 12, 2021, 04:29:32 PM
Seriously tempting. :P    If Salute goes ahead I may have to stop by your stand or, more likely, place a mail order when I have a little more spare cash.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL]NEW RELEASES Iron Duke GAPS range available at Empress Miniatures
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on February 18, 2021, 10:27:41 AM
Some new packs and items in the ranges.

 GAPS 5 Sikh Irregular Matchlockmen, (or bandukchis), (Set II), firing line, with tulwars and slung shields. (8 figs). [Suitable for both jagirdari irregular infantry [the retinue troops of great men] or Fauj-i-qilajat [garrison troops] in the 1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars].

GAPS 10  Kabuli Matchlockmen, firing line, with tulwars and slung shields. (8 figs). [1st Anglo-Afghan War].

THEM 4 Set of 4 British Regular Cavalry Horses, legs gathered. 
THEM 5 Set of 4 British Regular Cavalry Horses, legs stretched. 
THEM 6 Set of 4 Draught Mules, in harness, at the halt.[Suitable for artillery limbers and wagons in the Cape. Many other uses besides].
THEM 7 Set of 4 Draught Horses, in harness, at the halt. [Suitable for artillery limbers and wagons in any theatre].
THEM 13 Cased Colours.
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Post by: Sparrow on February 18, 2021, 09:32:04 PM
That cart is wonderful.... it’s gone on the list!
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] GANDAMACK PRE ORDERS available at Empress Miniatures
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on February 22, 2021, 10:40:13 AM
We know that many of you have been waiting for this release. Still a bit of time to wait but its getting closer. To help with the stocking and production and make sure that when it is released we have what you need we are pre releasing the three related Last Stand at Gandamack inspired by W.B.Wollen's iconic painting featuring the 44th (East Essex) regiment.

There are three packs that make up this set.

GAPS13 24 FIGURES.

GAPS14 5 FIGURES.

GAPS15 4 FIGURES.

We hope to be sending these to you in about two weeks.

  https://www.empressminiatures.com/iron-duke-miniatures...

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Post by: Atheling on February 22, 2021, 11:19:01 AM
Now then, the Gandamack set need buying simply to paint up and to go in the cabinet!!  :-* :-* :-*

Please keep us up to speed with their release date :)
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] GANDAMACK PRE ORDERS available at Empress Miniatures
Post by: traveller on February 22, 2021, 01:25:20 PM
Paul, any chance of a size comparison with the ones you did for Studio miniatures?
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] GANDAMACK PRE ORDERS available at Empress Miniatures
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on February 23, 2021, 09:55:21 AM
Paul, any chance of a size comparison with the ones you did for Studio miniatures?

Paul only sculpted three figures for that range and they are all based upon the same dolly so yes they are the same size as those.  ;)
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Post by: Charley Bourne on February 23, 2021, 04:52:52 PM
Is this a limited run item or will it be readily available alongside other items in the range?
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Post by: bc99 on February 23, 2021, 05:58:21 PM
I know very little about the Sikh Wars, a little bit about the Gandamack stand (but not much with the first Afghan war).

For those in the know, would the Sikh Matchlock men be good Pathan stand ins for the 2nd Afghan war? The miniatures are wonderful.

Thank you.
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Post by: Mad Guru on February 23, 2021, 11:00:24 PM
bc99,

Not really.  The Kabuli Matchlocks also shown above would be much better.  It's all about the headgear and facial hair.  For good reason, all the Sikhs have Sikh turbans and Sikh beards, while the Kabulis have a mix of various Afghan headgear and facial hair.  On the other hand, most Afghans -- as seen in the Kabuli figures -- did wear turbans and beards, just a bit different in style/volume from those of their Sikh neighbors.  It's a question of how specifically accurate you want your miniatures to be.  From the photo above it doesn't look like any of the Sikh matchlock men are carrying bespoke Sikh weapons, such as a "Chakkar" ring on their turban, so if you don't mind slightly inaccurate turbans and beards, they could work.

Funny that the turbans and beards were what first caught my eye, but the bigger issue RE: using any of the "shooter" figures for the Second Afghan War is that they're all armed with matchlocks, as opposed to flintlock jezails.  By 1878 I believe the great majority of tribal jezails had flintlock mechanisms, many taken from captured or broken Brown Bess muskets.  If you're hesitant to field matchlock men for 1878-80, it might not be that difficult to convert the firing mechanisms by sourcing or scratch-building little flintlocks.  I enjoy that sort of thing, but I know it's not how everyone likes to spend their hobby time.  One thing for sure is they are beautiful figures!
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on February 24, 2021, 08:14:27 AM
Is this a limited run item or will it be readily available alongside other items in the range?

Available for ever.........well a long time  ;)
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Post by: bc99 on February 24, 2021, 09:08:36 AM
Thank you guru. I do like that second set, and the swordsmen. I’ll pick those up.

I try to get the armies right while not worrying about fudging a little. Your advice was appreciated.
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Post by: Antonio J Carrasco on February 24, 2021, 09:20:01 AM
This is a beautiful set. I know I will buy it, eventually.
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Post by: traveller on February 24, 2021, 09:46:23 AM
Paul only sculpted three figures for that range and they are all based upon the same dolly so yes they are the same size as those.  ;)

Excellent! Thanks 😀
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Post by: Mad Guru on February 24, 2021, 10:00:42 AM
Seems we all agree they are indeed beautiful figures!  I assume similar to your situation, Traveller, I have a bunch of the Studio Miniatures British Infantry in Winter dress -- in my case enough for any/all First Afghan War games I will play!  But... I'm afraid I will have to get all of these anyway.

@bc99: You're very welcome, happy to help.  Just saw you're located in California.  May I ask what part?   I'm in L.A.
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Post by: bc99 on February 24, 2021, 03:59:41 PM
San Luis Obispo. And I’ve sent a PM.

I especially like the fellow with the fez type hat he stands out.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] GANDAMACK PRE ORDERS available at Empress Miniatures
Post by: traveller on February 24, 2021, 06:36:00 PM
Seems we all agree they are indeed beautiful figures!  I assume similar to your situation, Traveller, I have a bunch of the Studio Miniatures British Infantry in Winter dress -- in my case enough for any/all First Afghan War games I will play!  But... I'm afraid I will have to get all of these anyway.

Same situation :) resistance is futile!
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Post by: carlos marighela on February 24, 2021, 10:37:29 PM
Seems we all agree they are indeed beautiful figures!  I assume similar to your situation, Traveller, I have a bunch of the Studio Miniatures British Infantry in Winter dress -- in my case enough for any/all First Afghan War games I will play!  But... I'm afraid I will have to get all of these anyway.

@bc99: You're very welcome, happy to help.  Just saw you're located in California.  May I ask what part?   I'm in L.A.

I have the Studio Miniatures figures too. In my case they were purchased for the Lower Canadian Rebellion/Patriote War not Afghanistan. Sad to say these are incomparably better sculpts. If they do a wider range of British infantry for  the period, I’m fucked. These just win hands down.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] GANDAMACK available at Empress Miniatures
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on March 19, 2021, 11:34:00 AM
The packs of Iron Duke for Gandamack are now shipping and the items are now readily for sale.

Sorry for the delay on this but we had our main moulder chappy suffering from a back injury and so it delayed things.

Those who were waiting to order because they were concerned we would run away to Brazil can now feel safe in order.   ;)

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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on March 22, 2021, 10:28:42 AM
GAPS2 British Line infantry. Flank company. 1839 percussion muskets.

GAPS11 British Line infantry. Bell top shakos 1839 percussion muskets.

https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp

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Post by: carlos marighela on March 22, 2021, 11:22:12 AM
Looking good! Once there are command and flank company packs I’ll be buying a few of those chaps in Bell top shakos.
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 23, 2021, 01:07:02 PM
GAPS 22 British Line Infantry, firing line, cloth covered 'bell-top' shako, centre company coatees, bastion-ended lace, knapsacks, P1839 percussion muskets (8 figs).
GAPS 23 British Line Infantry, at the ready, cloth covered 'bell-top' shako, centre company coatees, knapsacks, P1839 percussion muskets (8 figs).
https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp

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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 23, 2021, 01:07:45 PM
Retreat from Kabul (Set VI). 'God help the women and children'. .
[Set consists of two camels, (one with pannier seats and the other with a baggage load), an Indian camp follower and three freezing British passengers, (two ladies and a small boy)].


https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp



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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 23, 2021, 01:08:30 PM
6 RIDERS AND HORSES.
Representing three officers and two gunners of the Bengal Horse Artillery and Brigadier John Shelton.

https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp

Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 23, 2021, 01:09:37 PM
IRON DUKE NEW BENGAL HORSE ARTILLERY RELEASE.

GAPS 17A Leslie's Troop, 4-man gun crew and mounted driver in winter clothing, with 6-pounder gun kit. 
GAPS 17B Four horse team and limber, expressly for Troops of the Bengal Horse Artillery.

[Note that uniquely all the horses in a BHA team were ridden: all four of these animals have saddles therefore].

GAPS17 is a deal incorporating the two codes above.

https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 23, 2021, 01:11:01 PM
Baggage packs that work for many different periods and campaigns.

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Post by: MaleGriffin on August 23, 2021, 03:20:41 PM
Lovely and very useful!
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Post by: JBaumal on August 23, 2021, 04:54:12 PM
Awesome baggage figs. I want them all!!!!!
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: RedRowan on August 24, 2021, 07:24:17 AM
These are looking very nice.

Steve
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: Atheling on August 24, 2021, 10:03:53 AM
Beauties as always  :-* :-* :-*
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: carlos marighela on August 24, 2021, 11:41:04 AM
Fantastic stuff, the Bengal Horse Artllery and ad hoc cavalry are exquisite.

My question is will the gaps in GAPS be filled? We have flank company in uncovered shakos and centre coy packets in covered shakos. Will there be matching centre coy and flankers for each and will there be command in the near future?
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 24, 2021, 12:34:44 PM
Fantastic stuff, the Bengal Horse Artllery and ad hoc cavalry are exquisite.

My question is will the gaps in GAPS be filled? We have flank company in uncovered shakos and centre coy packets in covered shakos. Will there be matching centre coy and flankers for each and will there be command in the near future?

Yep  ;)
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: Marine0846 on August 24, 2021, 05:31:34 PM
Excellent additions to the range.
Well done.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: carlos marighela on August 25, 2021, 02:17:22 AM
Yep  ;)

Excellent. I’ll be all over that when they come out.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 23/08/21
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 01, 2021, 03:00:36 PM
We have some hot off the press new releases from Iron Duke in the shop so have a great weekend shopping. 28mm

GAPS RANGE

GAPS 12 British Line Infantry, flank company firing line, 'bell-top' shako, bastion-ended lace, knapsacks. Use with GAPS 11. (8 figs).

GAPS 19 Retreat from Kabul (Set VII). 'The Rearguard' – Rank & File Figures. A feature set based on HM 44th Regt. 16 x figs.
 
[GAPS 20 Retreat from Kabul (Set VIII). 'The Rearguard'; Command Group Figures. Maj-Gen Elphinstone Mounted Personality Figure, 2 company officers, 2 ensigns, 2 sergeants, 7 rank and file (2 casualties, 5 other). Total 14 figs & 1 horse.
 
GAPS 21 British Infantry in Winter Gear, Greatcoats, covered shakoes and knapsacks. [1st Anglo-Afghan War (Retreat from Kabul). Also suitable for Canada 1837-8). (8 figs).

GAPS 24A Afghans in Winter Dress (Sniping I). [Suitable for both 1st and 2nd Anglo-Afghan Wars]. (8 figs).

GAPS 24B Afghans in Winter Dress (Sniping II). [Suitable for both 1st and 2nd Anglo-Afghan Wars]. (8 figs).

GAPS 24C Afghans in Winter Dress (Charging I). [Suitable for both 1st and 2nd Anglo-Afghan Wars]. (8 figs).

GAPS 24D Afghans in Winter Dress (Charging II). [Suitable for both 1st and 2nd Anglo-Afghan Wars]. (8 figs).

GAPS 25 Afghan Command in Winter Dress. Code consists of one group of four figs suitable for ‘sniping’ units and another group of four for ‘charging’ units. [Will suit both 1st and 2nd Anglo-Afghan Wars]. (8 figs

GAPS 26 EIC Irregular Cavalry, Lancers in alkaluks, with percussion carbines. 6 riders & 6 horses.

GAPS 27 EIC Irregular Cavalry, in alkaluks with slung matchlocks, charging with tulwars. 6 riders and horses.

GAPS 28 EIC Irregular Cavalry Command. British and Indian Officers, Guidon, Bugle. 4 riders and horses.

https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp

Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 1/010/21
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 01, 2021, 03:02:08 PM
More

Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 1/010/21
Post by: Marine0846 on October 02, 2021, 12:19:59 AM
Love the new figures.
Outstanding.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 1/010/21
Post by: carlos marighela on October 02, 2021, 12:48:57 AM
Agreed. Looking forward to the command packs.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 1/010/21
Post by: Atheling on October 02, 2021, 12:26:40 PM
Those Afghans are getting bought. Pronto!

I do hope the Afghan range is expanded upon to include more poses. I can see a couple of units for winter being painted up for my Second Anglo Afghan War project, about double the size of the Perry unit below (in summer Dress):
(https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4BtD4Z9HGsc/X4CExIrhc2I/AAAAAAABEs4/IKTwgF2iYzMC7bee4zllc6q9OszGsNYoQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1500/AFGHAN%2BTRIBESMEN%2BBATCH%2BA%2B1A.jpg)

The plan is to use Kevin Calder's Up the Nile rules with amendments (combined with his Bonnie Blue Flag ACW rules so I can include Afghan Regulars).
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] MORE IRON DUKE GAPS RELEASES at Empress Miniatures 1/010/21
Post by: MaleGriffin on October 02, 2021, 05:09:16 PM
Superb figures!
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Post by: RedRowan on October 03, 2021, 04:42:45 PM
Ordered myself some Afghan reinforcements.  :)

Steve
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on October 18, 2021, 01:50:25 PM
Some inspiring pictures from the Dukes table;

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Post by: Atheling on October 18, 2021, 02:17:03 PM
They look stunning1  :-* :-* :-*

Kudos to Jeff(?) for doing such a damn fine job on the brushwork too.

I would dive right in but I'm embroiled in so many projects at present even I recognise it would be a step too far at present.

I very ku8ch look forward to seeing more as they are released  8)
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Post by: traveller on October 18, 2021, 03:12:34 PM
WOW!!!  :-* :-* :-*

Are these available from your EU distributors too?
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Post by: Atheling on October 18, 2021, 03:15:30 PM
WOW!!!  :-* :-* :-*

Are these available from your EU distributors too?

I wasn't aware there was an EU distributor or have I missed something?
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Post by: traveller on October 18, 2021, 03:35:55 PM
I wasn't aware there was an EU distributor or have I missed something?

tabletopper.nl and miniaturicum.de are two of them but they do not list all the Empress ranges on their websites
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Post by: Atheling on October 18, 2021, 03:56:28 PM
tabletopper.nl and miniaturicum.de are two of them but they do not list all the Empress ranges on their websites

Ah, that's great. Glad to see they are being sold far and wide- the ranges really deserve that  8)
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Post by: traveller on October 19, 2021, 08:40:23 AM
Ah, that's great. Glad to see they are being sold far and wide- the ranges really deserve that  8)

Fully agree!
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Post by: Atheling on October 19, 2021, 09:45:03 AM
Fully agree!

As if on queue:

This from Helion:
DUST OF GLORY: The First Anglo-Afghan War 1839-1842, its Causes and Course, Bill Whitburn:
(https://www.helion.co.uk/images/books/i2/helion1001101.jpg)
https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/dust-of-glory-the-first-anglo-afghan-war-1839-1842-its-causes-and-course.php (https://www.helion.co.uk/military-history-books/dust-of-glory-the-first-anglo-afghan-war-1839-1842-its-causes-and-course.php)

"The Russian-sponsored attack by the Shah of Persia on Herat was the latest move in the longrunning tournament for predominant influence in Central Asia called the Great Game. Its proximity to India could not be tolerated as it threatened British designs for the expansion of trade along the Indus valley. Urged on by hawkish secretaries, hoodwinked by the wily Maharaja of Punjab and prompted by his political masters in London, the ostensibly peaceful Governor-General of India, Lord Auckland, ordered the assembly of a vast army to counter the Persian move. The opportunity was also to be used to replace Shah Shuja back on his ancestral throne of Afghanistan. At the eleventh hour, Persia withdrew from its failed attack and to many a sage observer, Lord Auckland should have ordered his army back to barracks. Instead, an army of 10,000 soldiers, 50,000 transport animals and 30,000 camp followers advanced in December 1839 for the single purpose of regime change. From the very first blare of bugles and the cracking of whips, this glorious army was to prove that the path to Hell is paved with good intentions. In Dust of Glory the author explores the causes of the First Anglo-Afghan War and describes its course gleaned from a multitude of sources supported by seventeen sketch maps of key actions. No lessons were learnt as five more conflicts were to follow in this country that only produces fruit, nuts and opium."
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Post by: pinstrpepete on January 01, 2022, 10:05:11 PM
Absolutely love the first Anglo Afghan War range, they're very close to tempting me back from my wargaming hiatus.

Are there any skirmish rulesets, with history etc. On this war that I am missing? I know that SP would suit, but not sure they have anything specific to the conflict. Would The Men Who Would be King be the closest?

Apologies if I'm missing something obvious!
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Post by: Blackwolf on January 01, 2022, 10:10:26 PM
I would love to do this,the miniatures are fabulous   :-*  However too much stuff…
Another very good book is William Dalrymple’s Return of the King.
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Post by: JBaumal on January 02, 2022, 04:46:36 PM
I would say for skirmish times sets The Sword And The Flame or TMWWBK, though my personal preference is TSATF.
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on May 05, 2022, 02:08:54 PM
Set of 4 EIC Irregular Cavalry Horses standing at halt.

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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on May 05, 2022, 02:38:58 PM
A very LARGE release from Iron Duke for their 28mm GAPS RANGE.

Get these whilst their hot. If you are thinking of picking these up at the Parizan show in a few weeks then place a pre order with us as stock will move quickly and we may suffer shortages due to sales and replenishment timings.

To place an order for Partizan just send us an e mail shopping list.

Cheers, Paul
 
GAPS 2A HM 22nd (The Cheshire) Regiment (or a number of other line units), Firing Line, Command. (6 x figs, 1 x horse).  [Scinde Campaign. Use in conjunction with GAPS 1, 2 and 3].

GAPS 29  Retreat from Kabul Set IX. 'An Imposing Front'. 6 riders and standing horses.  A miscellany of mounted officers in cloak-coats facing front, with drawn pistols, including a personality figure of Brigadier Thomas Anquetil.

GAPS 30 EIC Irregular Cavalry lance armed sowars in alkaluks, at the halt. Percussion carbines. 6 riders & 6 standing horses. 

GAPS 31  EIC Irregular Cavalry sowars in alkaluks, at the halt with swords at the shoulder. Slung matchlocks. 6 riders & 6 standing horses.
 
GAPS 33  British Line Infantry, bell top shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees, knapsacks, flintlocks. Command element and flank companies advancing (16 figs). [1st Anglo-Afghan War, 1st-Anglo-China War, Gwalior Campaign]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 33A.

GAPS 33A British Line Infantry, bell top shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees, knapsacks, flintlocks. Centre companies advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [1st Anglo-Afghan War, 1st-Anglo-China War, Gwalior Campaign]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 33.

GAPS 34  EIC Native Infantry, (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees, knapsacks, flintlocks. Command element and flank companies advancing (16 figs). [1st Anglo-Afghan War, Scinde Campaign, Gwalior Campaign]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 34A.

GAPS 34A  EIC Native Infantry, (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees, knapsacks, flintlocks. Centre companies advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [1st Anglo-Afghan War, Scinde Campaign, Gwalior Campaign]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 34.

GAPS 35  EIC Native Infantry, Light or Grenadier Regiment, (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees with wings, flintlocks. Command Group and 8 x rank and file advancing. (16 figs). [1st Anglo-Afghan War, Scinde Campaign, Gwalior Campaign]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 35A.

GAPS 35A EIC Native Infantry, Light or Grenadier Regiment, (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees with wings, knapsacks, flintlocks. Rank & File advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [1st Anglo-Afghan War, Scinde Campaign, Gwalior Campaign]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 35.

GAPS 36 British Line Infantry, peaked forage caps (cotton cover), shell jackets, light order equipment, percussion lock muskets and cap-pouches. Command Element and flank companies advancing (16 figs). [1st & 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars. Modelled on HM 31st (The Huntingdonshire) Regiment]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 36A.

GAPS 36A  British Line Infantry, peaked forage caps (cotton cover), shell jackets, light order equipment, percussion lock muskets and cap-pouches. Centre companies advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [1st & 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars. Modelled on HM 31st (The Huntingdonshire) Regiment]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 36.

GAPS 37 . British Line Infantry, Albert shako (quilted cover), shell jackets, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Command advancing (8 figs). [1st & 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars. Modelled on HM 9th (The East Norfolk) Regiment]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 37A.

GAPS 37A . British Line Infantry, Albert shako (quilted cover), shell jackets, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Rank and file advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [1st & 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars. Modelled on HM 9th (The East Norfolk) Regiment)]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 37.

GAPS 38 . British Line Infantry, Albert shako (quilted cover), coatees, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Command Element and flank companies advancing (16 figs). [1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars. Modelled on HM 24th (2nd Warwickshire) Regiment and HM 50th (The Queen's Own) Regiment]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 38A.

GAPS 38A  British Line Infantry, Albert shako (quilted cover), coatees, light order equipment, percussion lock muskets and cap-pouches. Centre Companies advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars. Modelled on HM 24th (2nd Warwickshire) Regiment and HM 50th (The Queen's Own) Regiment]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 38.

GAPS 39  EIC Native Infantry (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Command element and flank companies advancing (16 figs). [1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 39A.

GAPS 39A . EIC Native Infantry, (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), coatees, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Centre Companies advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 39.

GAPS 40 EIC Native Infantry (Bengal or Bombay), forage caps in cotton cover, coatees, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Command Element and flank companies (16 figs). [2nd Anglo-Sikh War]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 40A.

GAPS 40A . EIC Native Infantry, (Bengal or Bombay), forage caps in cotton cover, coatees, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Centre companies advancing, shoulder arms. (4 figs). [2nd Anglo-Sikh War]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 40.

GAPS 41 . EIC Native Infantry, Light or Grenadier Regiment, (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), wing coatees, light order eqpt, percussion muskets. Command advancing. (8 figs). [1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 41A.

GAPS 41A . EIC Native Infantry, Light or Grenadier Regiment, (Bengal or Bombay), shakoes (cotton or oilskin cover), wing coatees, light order eqpt, percussion muskets. Rank & File advancing, shoulder arms. (8 figs). [1st and 2nd Anglo-Sikh Wars]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 41.

GAPS 42  Mounted Field Officers, suited for both Queen's and EIC Regiments. (2 riders & 2 horses). (£8.50). [Suitable for all the conflicts above].

https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp





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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on May 05, 2022, 02:40:33 PM
 :)

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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on May 05, 2022, 02:42:29 PM
 o_o

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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on May 05, 2022, 02:43:42 PM
 :o

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Post by: carlos marighela on May 05, 2022, 08:04:29 PM
Magnificent :-* :-* :-* :-* :-*
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Post by: MaleGriffin on May 06, 2022, 12:40:34 AM
WOW!!! :o
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Post by: sepoy1857 on May 06, 2022, 02:13:23 AM
Amazing!
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on May 06, 2022, 01:23:46 PM
Glad you like them  ;)
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Post by: carlos marighela on May 06, 2022, 07:31:03 PM
Paul,

Will there be a command pack for GAPS 11 and 12, the chaps in uncovered shakos? Ideally I’d like to see  one with shakos rather than caps for the officers. No biggy if there isn’t, just a bit of conversion work. A specific command pack for the chaps in greatcoats would be lovely too.
Title: Re: [COMMERCIAL] A LOT of Iron Duke GAPS releases at Empress Miniatures 02/08/22
Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 02, 2022, 10:45:53 AM
GAPS 23A British Line Infantry, firing line, cloth covered 'bell-top' shako, flank company coatees, knapsacks (8 figs).
 
GAPS 24  Retreat from Kabul (Set IX). Straggler Vignettes. Dhoolie, 12 figs, horse, minor accessories.
 
GAPS 29A  Retreat from Kabul (Set XI). 'Remnants of the cavalry'. (6 riders & 6 horses). British officer, 3 x sowars 5th Bengal Light Cavalry, 1 sowar irregular horse, 1 gunner Bengal Horse Artillery.
 
GAPS 32 EIC  Irregular Cavalry Command, (matchlock-armed). British Officer, Indian Officer, Standard, Bugler. 4 x riders only. For horses use codes THEM, 18, 19 and 20. Intended for use with GAPS 31, GAPS 32A, GAPS 32B and GAPS 32C.
 
GAPS 32A  EIC Irregular Cavalry, (matchlock-armed), lancers in alkaluks, slung matchlocks. 4 x riders only. For horses use codes THEM, 18, 19 and 20.
 
GAPS 32B  EIC Irregular Cavalry, (matchlock-armed), sowars in alkaluks, swords drawn, slung matchlocks. 4 riders only. Choice of arms supplied. For horses use codes THEM, 18, 19 and 20.
 
GAPS 32C  EIC Irregular Cavalry, (matchlock-armed), sowars in alkaluks, with muskets at the ready. 6 riders & 6 horses.
 
GAPS 44  British Line Infantry in shell jackets, peaked forage caps in quilted covers, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Command advancing (8 figs). [Suitable for both Anglo-Sikh Wars; while these are based on HM 29th (The Worcestershire) Regt., they are also well suited to other regiments where their dress details are unknown]. Use in the same unit as GAPS 44A. (8 figs).
 
GAPS 44A  British Line Infantry in shell jackets, peaked forage caps in quilted covers, light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches, advancing shoulder arms. [Suitable for both Anglo-Sikh Wars] Use in the same unit as GAPS 44. (4 figs).
 
GAPS 45  British Line Infantry in shell jackets, covered Kilmarnocks (worn creased fore and aft), light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Command element and flank companies advancing. (16 figs). [Use in the same unit as GAPS 45A. Based on HM 39th (The Dorsetshire) Regt., in the Gwalior Campaign]. (16 figs).
 
GAPS 45A  British Line Infantry in shell jackets, covered Kilmarnocks (worn creased fore and aft), light order equipment, percussion muskets and cap-pouches. Centre companies advancing, shoulder arms. [Use in the same unit as GAPS 45. Based on HM 39th (The Dorsetshire) Regt., in the Gwalior Campaign]. (4 figs).
 
GAPS 46  'Behmaru Heights' (Set I). British Line Infantry, belltop shakoes, light order equipment, flintlocks, centre coy coatees, front rank kneeling in square. [1st Anglo-Afghan War. Also suitable for the 1st Anglo-China War]. (8 figs).
 
GAPS 47   'Behmaru Heights' (Set II). British Line Infantry, belltop shakoes, light order equipment, flintlocks, centre coy coatees, rear rank standing in square or firing line. [1st Anglo-Afghan War. Also suitable for the 1st Anglo-China War]. (8 figs).
 
GAPS 48  'Behmaru Heights' (Set III). British Line Infantry Command, for units in shakoes and light order equipment. [1st Anglo-Afghan War. Also suitable for the 1st Anglo-China War]. (14 figs, 1 horse). .
 
THEM 21 Set of 8 General Purpose/Officers' Horses (I), pistol holsters & minimal saddlery.
 
THEM 22  Set of 8 General Purpose/Officers' Horses (II), pistol holsters & blanket roll saddlery.
 
THEM 27 Set of 4 British Regular Cavalry Horses, standing, held, reins extended.
 
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 02, 2022, 10:47:23 AM
 ;)

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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on August 02, 2022, 10:48:32 AM
And the horses;

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Post by: carlos marighela on August 02, 2022, 03:19:09 PM
Lovely!
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Post by: Paul @ Empress Miniatures on November 04, 2022, 02:03:15 PM
Some new releases from Iron Duke for the GAPS range.

28mm in case you do not know.🙃

GAPS 61 Sikh Regular Infantry Firing Line (8 figs).

GAPS 62 Sikh Regular Infantry Command. (4 figs).

https://www.empressminiatures.com/gaps-range-127-c.asp