Monthly Archives: December 2020

Material World

Posted on December 29, 2020 by Tony

A while ago we invested in a new bit of kit, a pressure casting vessel – basically a big cast metal bucket with a lid that can be bolted down. If you haven’t come across one before, the idea is … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2020 by Tony

After one of the most ‘interesting’ years anyone can remember, we’d like to wish everyone a very happy, and above all safe, Christmas. Eat, drink and be merry, and if you have a chance to slap some paint on a … Continue reading →

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Service and EU Shipping Update

Posted on December 24, 2020 by Tony

After a last minute blitz on orders, we’ve shipped out everything that arrived before 4pm yesterday. Obviously it’s Christmas, and the postal service seems to be in a bit of a mess currently, so they might take a while to … Continue reading →

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The B Word

Posted on December 21, 2020 by Tony

Every so often we get to publish a post on such thrilling topics as VAT, shipping rates or last posting dates for Christmas (just in case you were wondering – you’re too late now). Today we tackle everyone’s favourite, Brexit … Continue reading →

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From Russia With Love

Posted on December 18, 2020 by Tony

We’ve made it – our final new release of the year, and the last leg in our epic quest to redesign/resculpt the Aeronef models of the six major powers. Today sees the release of the Russian cruiser and escort forces, … Continue reading →

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River Horse

Posted on December 12, 2020 by Tony

New for this week are some variants of our popular 15mm truck, the South African Confederation Hippo. The first is a troop-carrying variant with raised sides and seating for 12 troops. The other two versions are armed models – one … Continue reading →

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Starship Painting Guide

Posted on December 10, 2020 by Tony

Our friend Robin Fitton, author of both Gruntz and Imperial Skies, has begun a series of starship painting guides on his Rottenlead blog. He’s featuring models from a number of manufacturers including ourselves. Part one, covering cleanup and prep, can … Continue reading →

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Flying Fortresses

Posted on December 4, 2020 by Tony

This week sees the release of new versions of the Russian Raevski Aerial Redoubt and Shevardino Aerial Battery. These heavily armed, static flying defences are positioned to defend harbours and air stations across the huge expanse of Mother Russia. These … Continue reading →

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