Moderator Chaoswolf 118131 Posted March 27 Moderator Report Share Posted March 27 I need to pick your brain for a bit. I'm thinking of starting a new project (just a one off figure, not an army) and I was wondering what all the belts/straps are made of? Specifically, does it have a texture like modern web gear, or is it just smooth leather? I've tried looking for pictures, but what I've found isn't very helpful. I'm curious from a sculpting/painting standpoint. I'm interested in British light cavalry specifically, if that makes any difference. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Glitterwolf 209111 Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 Which Cavalry Unit are you thinking of? Some had red uniforms others blue. Depending on the unit. Dragoons? Hussars? Scot's Greys? Lancers? Maybe this can help a bit. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shoulder_belt_(military) http://www.napolun.com/mirror/napoleonistyka.atspace.com/British_cavalry.htm 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Heisler 10810 Posted March 28 Report Share Posted March 28 During this period almost all belts are made from leather. It’s generally smooth and is often dyed for black belts or rubbed with pipe clay for white belts. Scabbards, especially for cavalry, are typically made of steel not leather. If you have specific questions about a type of cavalry, like dragoons, or a unit, like the Scots Greys. Let me know I have a ton of reference material for the period. 3 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moderator Chaoswolf 118131 Posted March 28 Author Moderator Report Share Posted March 28 Thank you both for the replies, I think that answers my question. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Great Khan Artist 2230 Posted March 31 Report Share Posted March 31 Osprey Publishing would be my go-to if historically accurate info and art is what you are after. Their books are always an treat for the eyes. As an aside, Silver Bayonet drops right before Halloween this year, if you see your Napoleonics hunting Gothic horrors. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lowlylowlycook 9678 Posted March 31 Report Share Posted March 31 Even if the Osprey is wrong, everyone will think it's right. Haha. 1 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Forum Mascot buglips*the*goblin 94255 Posted April 1 Forum Mascot Report Share Posted April 1 22 hours ago, lowlylowlycook said: Even if the Osprey is wrong, everyone will think it's right. Haha. Trooth. Same reason we'll be living with incorrect Tank Museum colour guides for about 1,000 years. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lars Porsenna 3417 Posted April 2 Report Share Posted April 2 The closest interest I have in Napoleonics are the Wars of South American Liberation. I have the book Liberadores! which, like Ospreys, have color uniform plates for the various factions involved. I'd like to do it with my wife. She has an interest in history, & since she is Ecuadorian, this will provide a connection for her in the game. Now for rules... Damon. 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ratsmitglied 5313 Posted April 3 Report Share Posted April 3 7 hours ago, Lars Porsenna said: The closest interest I have in Napoleonics are the Wars of South American Liberation. I have the book Liberadores! which, like Ospreys, have color uniform plates for the various factions involved. I'd like to do it with my wife. She has an interest in history, & since she is Ecuadorian, this will provide a connection for her in the game. Now for rules... Damon. Black powder is probably the easiest ruleset to adapt, assuming similar time period 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Kangaroorex 37511 Posted April 30 Report Share Posted April 30 Aww man, now I want tib get out my naval nepoleonics and my fire as she bears rules.. If I wind up driving to reapercon maybe I'll bring the fleets for a big engagement 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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