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1/72 Lederhosen Figure
Posted by Panzer_Grenadire on Saturday, September 18, 2010 5:47 PM

This is a figure somehow different than the ones I use to post even if belongs to the same nation and in some extent might be interpreted as during WWII as well..... :-D

At the end of the topic there will be a brief review of the figure and I hope you all will like the images and the text.

Cristian Florescu


 “1/72 Lederhosen Figure”

 

Brief Review:

For sure Braille Scale figures dressed in Lederhosen represent a rarity and a welcome approach especially due to the fact that such a mini might cover a large period, at least starting from the XVIII century to nowadays. Specially created for Benno’s Figures Forum members, the present figure has been issued only in 100 copies and is not available for sale. Started as a joke, the character being inspired by a photo of a member dressed in Lederhosen, the mini was impressively sculptured by another member of the same forum whose works, mainly focused on Middle Eve are rightfully acknowledged as true masterpieces of Braille Scale.
In a joyful attitude, the figure perfectly transmits not only the friendship atmosphere encountered on the above mentioned forum which started to become one of the most important in the field of figures, but also a salute and an invitation addressed to all Braille Scale figure collectors and modellers for visiting the place.
Dressed in the famous Lederhosen, shirt, and long socks, shoeing boots and wearing a hat on the head, the figure reassembles a traditional outfit so often met on various celebrations. Made of leather and initially used at working activities, Lederhosen are kind of traditional folk costume in the Germanic Alps and surrounding regions.  Although their popularity started to decrease two centuries ago, Lederhosen are still a common presence in Bavaria and Tyrol. However, nowadays folk festivals and beer parties such as the famous Oktoberfest in Munich are the most recommended places for encountering people still wearing these traditional trousers, either as a symbol of strength and virility or just for fun.
Not only his attire, but also his attitude and gestures, with a mug of beer lifted up in the right hand and the mouth large open provide proper indications related to the place where he can. Either wanting to give cheers with a friend or just waving the mug in the air while a band plays a folk song, he certainly feels extremely good. Still, taking profit by the way he is dressed, the figure in Lederhosen might represent even a German soldier during WWI or WWII, in a moment of quiet on the front line while celebrating something. Such approach won’t look odd while various references portray German soldiers, especially during WWII, dressing civil or even more bizarre cloths than these traditional trousers.
From the very beginning the figure impresses through the large number of high quality small details available on the clothes, shoes and hat. Clearly distinguished strings of trousers and boots, feathers of the hat and natural creases are just few of the niceties prepared by the sculptor to delight the painters and viewers.
As regards anatomy, this is really outstanding, paying attention to normal proportions and with awesome facial details enhanced by the opened mouth where we can see also some teeth, easily noticed eyes, eye-brows, nose and ears. Nicely shaped fingers and hair bring their contribution in restating the efforts and skills put in. Due to the size, the figure can be enrolled in the tall part of 1/72, being perfectly compatible with a large number of minis. For giving just few references, Revell’s “German Navy”, Pegasus Hobbies’ “Waffen SS Set 1” or “Germans in Berlin” are very similar from the size point of view.
Delivered on a slot, the figure is casted in a high quality resin, featuring no bubbles or excess of material while flash is maintained at a low level. After removing from its slot the figure benefits by a great balance, so no need for a base. Moreover, resin offers an ideal location for enamel, acrylics, artistic oils, and pigments, retaining the painting work even at heavy handling.  
For sure the figure brings with it the smell of beer, sausages and sauerkraut as well as the fantastic atmosphere of a Bavarian beer party. Its top-notch details impose the figure in Lederhosen as an excellent realisation and a real pleasure to paint or watch in spite of the scale while the long historical period covered and the small number of copies turn him into a valuable piece admired and desired by many collectors or modellers.  

Historical Accuracy  10
Anatomy 10
Poses Quality 10
Details Quality 10
Mould Quality 10
Sculpture  10
Recommendation/Utility 10
Reviewer’s opinion 10

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Posted by Model Maniac on Monday, September 20, 2010 1:32 AM

Nice figure there, but only one? I usually prefer armors and figures in 1:35 scale, but lately I've seen very well-painted 1:72 figures and bought them finished. That's 50 Greek infantrymen + 7 Horsemen + 3 horse-drawn chariots (each chariot comprises 4 horses). I also asked the builder to build more for me - 20 Gladiators & Beasts from Italeri and 20 Roman Cavalry from Mini Art - all 1:72 scale.

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Posted by SuppressionFire on Monday, September 20, 2010 5:53 AM

Great 1/72 scale resin figure!

I would be interested in painting one up, post a link if any become available for sale.

It appears you used paint for the details, a easier way for some smaller bits of color is pencil crayons. I never 'paint' face sculpts, just washes for the shadows & dry brushing for the highlights. Eyes, brows, lips are all pencil crayons. A flat surface is better to 'grip' the color, use a light touch and any mistake will 'chip off' with a sharp toothpick.

I enjoyed reading the history & review part of your post, thanks for taking the time.

Jason

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Posted by hobby_link on Monday, September 20, 2010 1:04 PM

nice job on the little guy

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Posted by deafpanzer on Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:12 PM

Nice job on the beer drinking German!  Were you trying to tell us that we need to drink a beer?  Cheers! Beer

Andy

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Posted by Panzer_Grenadire on Thursday, September 23, 2010 5:03 AM

Yup, this is a single figure and is very rare due to the fact that it has been issued in only 100 copies, so it is quite a collectable value.

Indeed, 1/72 figs nowadays are almost identical in terms of details with 1/35 figs and sometimes also painting is quite similar....Big Smile

I am glad that you start collecting 1/72 painted figs, I also sometimes sell some painted figs ....Wink

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  • From: Romania
Posted by Panzer_Grenadire on Thursday, September 23, 2010 5:10 AM

SuppressionFire

Great 1/72 scale resin figure!

I would be interested in painting one up, post a link if any become available for sale.

It appears you used paint for the details, a easier way for some smaller bits of color is pencil crayons. I never 'paint' face sculpts, just washes for the shadows & dry brushing for the highlights. Eyes, brows, lips are all pencil crayons. A flat surface is better to 'grip' the color, use a light touch and any mistake will 'chip off' with a sharp toothpick.

I enjoyed reading the history & review part of your post, thanks for taking the time.

Jason

Indeed, it is quite nice figure and higly detailed. If I hear about one for sale, I let you know.

I do not use crayons, but a single hair of a 0/5 brush fr thin details. I thin the pencil is thicker than the just mentioned size. I believe that crayons work fine for a 1/35 figure,but in  Braille Scale it is a litlle more difficult....Smile

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Posted by Panzer_Grenadire on Thursday, September 23, 2010 5:12 AM

hobby_link

nice job on the little guy

THS a lot....Big Smile

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Posted by Panzer_Grenadire on Thursday, September 23, 2010 5:16 AM

deafpanzer

Nice job on the beer drinking German!  Were you trying to tell us that we need to drink a beer?  Cheers! Beer

Glad that you enjoyed it and you are right, we need drinking as much beer as we can.....very useful for our health...Toast

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Posted by total american patriot on Saturday, September 25, 2010 10:01 PM

you forgot a barrel of beer.. Stick out tongue

 

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Posted by Panzer_Grenadire on Monday, September 27, 2010 3:51 AM

Just one? I think some more are necessary...Big Smile

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Posted by Boba Fett on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:07 PM

Manny will be all over this fig... Whistling

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Posted by shoot&scoot on Tuesday, September 28, 2010 9:03 PM

No, Manny will want to marry him!

                                                                          Pat    

P.S.  Great job,  Idon't think I could have painted that with a FIFTY power optivisor. 

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Posted by Boba Fett on Wednesday, September 29, 2010 11:59 AM

shoot&scoot

No, Manny will want to marry him!

 

AHHHH!!! Ick!  Blind Fold

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