This elite 28mm metal command set features three uniquely sculpted American Mounted Infantry Officers, including a high-detail figure in a traditional hunting shirt, essential for leading Continental or Militia forces during the American War of Independence.
Command your revolutionary forces with the rugged leadership of the American Mounted Infantry Officers by Perry Miniatures. During the American War of Independence (AWI), mounted infantry played a critical role in the Southern Theater and frontier skirmishes, providing the Continental Army with much-needed mobility and rapid-response capabilities. This set captures the informal yet authoritative look of American commanders, featuring diverse attire that reflects the varied supply lines of the fledgling nation.
One officer is depicted in the iconic American hunting shirt—a quintessentially "American" garment often used to strike fear into British regulars—while the others represent more formal Continental leadership. Cast in high-detail white metal, these figures offer the crisp textures required for painting fine fabric folds and leather equipment. Designed to perfectly compliment other Perry Miniatures AWI metallic and plastic sets, these figures are a must-have for gamers and collectors looking to field a historically accurate American command element.
Features
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Scale: 28mm
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Category: Miniature Figures
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Product Type: Mounted Command / Officers
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Era / Faction: American War of Independence – Continental Army / Militia
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High-quality construction: Metal (White Metal)
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Set includes: 3 mounted figures (Including one officer in a hunting shirt)
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Compatibility: Compliments all other Perry Miniatures AWI metal and plastic sets
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Assembly or painting required: Yes (Unpainted figures; preparation and glue required)
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Packaging: Nonretail box (3.5” W x 2.7” H x 1.2” D)
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Recommended for collectors ages: 14+ (Not a toy)
Tip: For the officer in the hunting shirt, use a "fringed" painting technique with a lighter tan or off-white to highlight the distinct frontier style. This helps the figure stand out as a unique American unit leader on the tabletop.
Recommended Finishing Essentials
The Professional Palette (Realism & Detail)
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Hunting Shirt (Linen/Fringe): AK11002 Offwhite or AK11031 Buff provides the perfect natural fabric look for frontier officers.
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Continental Blue: AK11189 Dark Prussian Blue is the definitive choice for regulation officer coats.
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Leatherwork: AK11102 Deep Brown for high-matte finishes on saddles, boots, and holsters.
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Metallic Details: AK11212 Gun Metal for saber blades and AK11191 Gold for officer buttons and sword hilts.
The Speed Painting Path (Fast-to-Table)
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Base Coat: The Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Bony Matter for the hunting shirt and Highlord Blue for the formal coats.
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Quick Detailing: Use The Army Painter Fanatic Matte Black for the tricorne hats and Plate Mail Metal for the steel fittings.
Basing & Scenics
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Terrain Foundation: Use Krautcover Scenics Meadows of Purity (KCS-91008) to recreate the lush North American wilderness.
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Foliage & Tufts: Add Krautcover Scenics Static Grass Summer 2mm (KCS-94002) to simulate the unkempt fields of the 18th-century Colonies.
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Campaign Weathering: Apply AK Interactive European Earth weathering pigments to the horses' lower legs to simulate the mud of the arduous marches through the Carolinas.
