I'm delighted to present two new releases today in the Tommy's War range, the second;

Code; TW54032
Description; Private, 1st Bn Wellington Infantry Regiment NZEF, Chunuk Bair 1915
Scale; 1/32
Material: grey resin with photo etch rifle sling
Number of parts; 9 resin parts plus rifle sling (figure includes 3 head choices*)
Sculptor: Nino Pizzichemi
Box art; Michael Butler
Price; £14.00 GBP plus postage (£12.60 for members of the Tommy's War Collectors Club)

Available from; www.tommyswar.com

It's been a long time coming, but following on from the Australian figure in the range (TW54015) I'm very happy to release a kiwi figure to remember their sacrifice and courage, and although this figure is shown in Gallipoli in one of the most iconic battles the kiwis fought in the war, they served with huge professionalism throughout the conflict, including in France and Belgium.

Figure 15 showed an Australian just after landing, this figure shows how clothing had adapted to the awful conditions in Gallipoli. The soldier has cut his serge service trousers in to shorts, he has discarded his service jacket and he has left his 1908 webbing equipment aside in favour of a 1903 pattern 50 round bandolier**.

Important note;

This figure actually comes complete with 3 heads*!

I think this offers fantastic value for the modeller and a number of options. I've described the figures as below, but they do cover other regiments;

1. Lemon squeezer hat - 1st Bn Wellington Infantry Bn NZEF
2. Slouch hat - 3rd Bn Australian Imperial Force
3. Soft service cap (with neck protection) - 6th Bn Loyal North Lancashire Regiment
*Please note that only 1 torso and set of equipment is included in the box, but the 3 head choices are included in every box.
1. Lemon squeezer hat - 1st Bn Wellington Infantry Bn NZEF

2. Slouch hat - 3rd Bn Australian Imperial Force

3. Soft service cap (with neck protection) - 6th Bn Loyal North Lancashire Regiment

I'd like to say a massive thank you again to Nino and to Mike for completing all 3 heads for the box art!
References
Osprey Publishing Men at Arms 473 The New Zealand Expeditionary Force in World War One
Osprey Publishing Men at Arms 478 The Australian Army in World War One

**The reference to ANZAC infantry wearing the 50 round 1903 pattern webbing was taken from Osprey Publishing Men at Arms 478, the Australian Army in World War One.
The figure is available with TW54031 at;
www.tommyswar.com
Thank you for viewing.
Darren

This one is superb in every way, great pose and 3 heads.
Lookout wife here they come

Fantastic. Love the painting too.

Mike, this has your superb painting style all over it.

You've a winner there.

Malc

Worth the wait--both new figures are great.

Again a great figure and the choice of heads is a great idea.

Cheers

Huw

Well done Cobber!

Thanks Bob, will share a few more photos for examination here in few days when I have a bit more time available.

Stay safe,
Mike

Simply........Superb!

Well done to all involved.

Paul.

Paul

You've changed your name?

YES YES Bob Bob
But only when I get excited

I have now calmed down.

Apple ogies.

Paul Paul

Just ordered mine.

Very, Very good sculpt by Nino and really great painting by Mike - a superb team!
Andy B

Drama, historical correctness - plausible field gear backed by research, choice to do different versions, anatomical correctness, interesting subject - all is there including a flawless paintjob for the boxart. For me one of the sure buys this year.
Cheers, Martin

Excellent sculpting and box art

Kevin, Edward, Malcolm, Ometz, Huw, Andrew, Paul, Andrew, Martin & Robert
Thanks to each of you & am pleased to hear the presentation of this little guy looks right.
This was a special project for me personally.
Therefore I'm grateful to Darren for putting his faith in me to deliver this project to standard & on time.

Stay safe,
Mike

Love it. Got to have one.

One of the things I've been asked for is colour references. I'm pleased to say that there is a PDF document now on the website available to download for free which gives the references Alex used while working on the box art. I hope it proves useful.

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