This 28mm metal cavalry set features three iconic North British Dragoons (Scots Greys) in high-velocity charging poses with covered fur caps, capturing the raw power of their historic counter-attack at the Battle of Waterloo.
Experience the thunder of the Union Brigade’s assault with the "Scots Greys," the legendary 2nd (North British) Regiment of Dragoons, masterfully sculpted by Perry Miniatures. This set captures the cavalrymen at the height of a full-tilt charge, depicted with lunge and strike postures that reflect their aggressive role on the 19th-century battlefield. In this kit, the dragoons are outfitted in their famous bearskin caps protected by oilcloth covers—the regulation configuration for campaign service and the muddy conditions of 1815.
Cast in high-detail white metal, these miniatures provide the anatomical precision and realistic "heft" required for professional-grade historical dioramas and wargaming. These figures are specifically designed to compliment Perry Miniatures' Napoleonic British plastic sets, allowing collectors to mix static, walking, and charging postures for a truly dynamic and historically accurate cavalry wing.
Features
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Scale: 28mm
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Category: Miniature Figures
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Product Type: Heavy Cavalry
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Era / Faction: Napoleonic War – British 2nd (North British) Dragoons
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High-quality construction: Metal (White Metal)
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Set includes: 3 mounted figures and 3 horses in charging poses
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Compatibility: Compliments Napoleonic British plastic sets
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Assembly or painting required: Yes (Unpainted figures; preparation required)
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Packaging: Nonretail box (3.5” W x 2.75” H x 1.2” D)
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Recommended for collectors ages: 14+ (Not a toy)
Tip: Because these are charging poses with small contact points, ensure you "pin" the horse's hoof to the base with a small drill and wire to prevent wobbling during intense tabletop gameplay.
Recommended Finishing Essentials
The Professional Palette (Realism & Detail)
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Uniform Coat (British Scarlet): AK11213 Red offers the deep, high-opacity pigment needed for the famous British redcoat.
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Royal Facings (Blue): AK11189 Dark Prussian Blue is the correct historical indigo for the regiment's collars and cuffs.
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Grey Mounts: Use AK11012 Sky Grey as a base coat, followed by a light wash to highlight the powerful musculature of the Greys' iconic horses.
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Heavy Cavalry Steel: AK11212 Gun Metal for the heavy dragoon sabers, highlighted with AK11207 Aluminium for a razor-sharp edge.
The Speed Painting Path (Fast-to-Table)
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Base Coat: The Army Painter Speedpaint 2.0 Slaughter Red for the coats and Gravel Grey for the horses.
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Quick Detailing: Use The Army Painter Fanatic Matte Black for the oilcloth cap covers and riding boots.
Basing & Scenics
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Terrain Foundation: Use Krautcover Scenics Meadows of Purity (KCS-91008) to recreate the lush, rain-soaked fields of Belgium.
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Foliage & Tufts: Add Krautcover Scenics Static Grass Summer 2mm (KCS-94002) to simulate the unkempt vegetation of the Waterloo campaign.
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Campaign Weathering: Apply AK Interactive European Earth weathering pigments to the horses' lower legs and the riders' boots to simulate the spray of mud from a high-speed charge.
