Hi

Please see the latest release from Bonaparte Military Models. This is a two sworded samurai bust. This is sculpted by Richard Bailey and is cast from resin and is 230mm scale. This is available now at http://www.bonapartesmilitarymodels.co.uk/two-sworded-samurai-295-p.asp

Thanks
Paul

Not bad, but I do not remember a samurai with lace except perhaps Toshiro Mifune in the seven samurai.

the antique prints depict the samurai with characteristic mustaches

what is the reference for this sculpture?

simply advertising another new release on PF might not work out at the moment - you should reconsider your customer service which is currently discussed in another thread http://www.planetfigure.com/threads/bad-casting-from-bonaparte.113311/

I guess this is supposed to be a Samurai bust. The two katana blades, the katana sword fittings and tuska-ito are questionable. The two plates in front of the chest are in the wrong position. The SENDAN-NO-ITA (right side) and KYUBI-NO-ITA (left side). The Sendan no Ita was larger with lacing and flexible construction was designed to protect the chest and armpit area while riding into battle when firing arrows. The Kyubi-no-Ita, the longer and narrower plate on the other hand, was designed to protect the heart.

Great news ! I like the bust and the sculpt! Great job !

Excellent work.

Marc

Not a fan of this one. The swords just don't look right.