From the research I've been doing it seems that Afrika Korps kit was a pretty mixed bunch, including an old tropical uniform that was a kind of olive green, later drab kit, various stages of faded and bleached items, and even captured and Italian kit, so I've gone with a pretty varied look. Not sure if it works or not, but it's been fun to do!
They look great!
ReplyDeleteI agree they look great just one thing im not sure about is the leather straps. I think they were brown for Africa Korps not black, could be wrong though. Maybe someone could comment.
ReplyDeleteThanks Guys. Greg, you're quite right about the straps; as far as I can, they were issued with a combination of dark brown leather and khaki canvas webbing. I went with the dark brown for contrast, but it has come out as black in the photos. I could probably have done with a slightly lighter shade!
ReplyDeletePerhaps one of the greatest sets of figures, that was ever produced - and your painting has given the merit they deserve. Wonderful work Alan. :)
ReplyDeleteI agree Thanos. This set has some great poses and nice detail.
DeleteTop notch Alan!
ReplyDeleteCheers Paul!
DeleteThey look very good. You keep prodding my nostalgia for these excellent figures !
ReplyDeleteCheers, Dave
Go on Dave, give some a go!
DeleteThose are some of the most well painted WWII era soldier's I've ever seen! Usually, the paint is just globbed on, but with these, you can see the layering and the highlights. Well done, truly.
ReplyDeleteRegards,
Luciano.