Recreate the gritty realism of the Confederate cavalry on foot with this specialized 28mm metal command set from Perry Miniatures. Depicting seasoned veterans in "battle shirts," these figures capture the informal, field-hardened appearance typical of Southern forces during the heat of a summer campaign.
Experience the dynamic leadership of the Confederacy with this finely sculpted set, depicting a dismounted command group in relaxed field attire. In the sweltering heat of the American South, soldiers frequently discarded heavy woolen frock coats in favor of lighter civilian-style shirts and "battle shirts," an authentic detail captured in this kit. This set is ideal for recreating the desperate skirmishes where cavalry were forced to fight as mobile infantry.
This 4-figure set is designed to act as the focal point for your dismounted units, providing a natural transition for commanders typically seen in the saddle. Cast in high-detail white metal, these figures offer the crisp textures required for painting fine fabric details and weathered equipment. They are fully compatible with Perry’s extensive range of American Civil War plastics and metals, allowing for a seamless force composition across your collection.
Features
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Scale: 28mm
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Category: Miniature Figures
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Product Type: Dismounted Cavalry Command
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Era / Faction: American Civil War – Confederate States Army
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High-quality construction: High White Metal
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Set includes: 4 unpainted figures (depicting a command group in shirts)
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Compatibility: Compliments all other Perry Miniatures ACW metal and plastic sets
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Assembly or painting required: Yes (Unpainted figures; preparation required)
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Packaging: Nonretail jewelry box (3.0” L x 2.4” W x 1.0” D)
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Recommended for collectors ages: 14+ (Not a toy)
Tip: To achieve an authentic "Butternut" appearance on their shirts, use varying shades of tan, gray, and brown; 19th-century dyes often faded inconsistently, giving Confederate units a unique, non-uniform look on the tabletop.
Recommended Finishing Essentials
The Professional Palette (Realism & Detail)
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Confederate Grey: AK11189 Dark Prussian Blue (for blue-grey officer tones) or Vallejo Neutral Grey (70.992) for a standard field grey.
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Butternut/Earth Tones: AK11031 Buff or Vallejo Gold Ochre (70.824) provide an excellent starting point for faded fabric.
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Leatherwork: AK11029 Black or AK11102 Deep Brown for high-matte finishes on belts and holsters.
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Metallics: AK11212 Gun Metal for firearms and AK11191 Gold for brass buttons and command insignia.
The Speed Painting Path (Fast-to-Table)
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Base Coat: Use Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Bony Matter for linen shirts and Gravel Grey for trousers.
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Quick Detailing: Apply Army Painter Fanatic Matte Black for boots and Plate Mail Metal for sword blades and musket barrels.
Basing & Scenics
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Terrain Foundation: Use Krautcover Scenics Meadows of Purity for lush Virginian grasslands or Eternal Fields for a more trodden, battlefield look.
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Foliage & Tufts: Add Krautcover Scenics Static Grass Summer 2mm to break up the base with realistic 3D textures.
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Campaign Weathering: Apply AK Interactive European Earth weathering pigments to the trousers to simulate the dust of a long summer march.
