| andysyk | 11 Nov 2008 3:16 p.m. PST |
We are pleased to announce a new company (name to be confirmed) manufacturing a 28mm range of figures for the Spanish Campaigns of the Rif War in Morocco 1921-23. The range is planned to cover Rif and Spanish forces with a provisional 42 pack catalogue. The first releases will be four packs of Rif hopefully as soon as possible in 2009. The sculptor will be Richard Ansell and we hope to capture the feel of the campaigns with a well researched and comprehensive range. We plan to complete this range before venturing into other periods.
If there is anything you would like to see please speak up.
Will keep you informed as we progress.
Marco & Andy |
| Two Ducks Pond | 11 Nov 2008 3:45 p.m. PST |
Good luck with the adventure. Helen |
| Mainly28s | 11 Nov 2008 3:48 p.m. PST |
I look forward to seeing those…
Olaf
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 chicklewis  | 11 Nov 2008 4:51 p.m. PST |
I'm going to buy them ALL. Please don't fade back to static, carry through ! We are rooting for you ! Chick |
| Melvin Foogle | 11 Nov 2008 5:47 p.m. PST |
Looking forward to them! I'd be tempted to call the company "Rif Raff". Don't thank me for it -- |
| Kyle G | 11 Nov 2008 6:06 p.m. PST |
This is the Rif. I am Mulay Ahmed Muhamed Raisuli the Magnificent, sherif of the Riffian Berbers. I am the true defender of the faithful and the blood of the prophet runs in me and I am but a servant of his will. |
| WillieB | 12 Nov 2008 1:17 a.m. PST |
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| andysyk | 12 Nov 2008 2:23 a.m. PST |
Thanks for the support. Melvin your spot on thats our first choice of name! |
| basileus66 | 12 Nov 2008 3:42 a.m. PST |
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| andysyk | 12 Nov 2008 4:04 a.m. PST |
It should be 1921-27! If anyone would like a provisional catalogue list email me at: andysyk@blueyonder.co.uk |
| Richard Baber | 12 Nov 2008 5:10 a.m. PST |
Don`t forget my Wargamers Guide to the conflict comes out next week too perfect timing for a new range of figures :-) I`ve seen Andys list very interesting it is too, looking forward to adding new figures to my 28mm forces cool. |
| Travellera | 12 Nov 2008 9:25 a.m. PST |
This is good news! Since Anglian offer a good range of Legion miniatures I would focus on the Riffians and the Spanish Colonials. |
| andysyk | 12 Nov 2008 10:47 a.m. PST |
Yes the Anglian Miniatures are great and we have no intention of duplicating their releases. If we make it to producing Legion figures we will make sure they are much different from the Anglian range and then you can use both! The Rif is our primary focus but the following release would probably be earlier Spanish Infantry. |
| VillageIdiot | 12 Nov 2008 2:00 p.m. PST |
Andy
Good luck with the range mate.
I had toyed with the Rif War, but have other projects first in the queue, and would not get anything done for at least 18 months.
So I can safely drop the Rif War off the list. If you need any help with anything at all, drop me a line. all the best Nigel H
Anglian Miniatures |
| andysyk | 12 Nov 2008 5:23 p.m. PST |
Cheers Nigel much appreciated, the Anglian SCW range has been an inspiration and set a benchmark in the industry. |
 Saginaw | 13 Nov 2008 8:34 p.m. PST |
WOW! This is EXCELLENT news!! Any timeline as to when there will be pictures of the miniatures? Also, will there be a North American agent carrying your minis? I'll be e-mailing you immediately! Just think about it. A few years ago there was just about nothing available for the Rif War. And now, the possibilities become reality! Thanks, andysyk!  |
 Bobgnar | 14 Nov 2008 2:20 p.m. PST |
How close are the Rif people to those of Omar Muktar who fought the Italians -- Lion of the Desert. I have been collecting Italians for this but have not started on the Native Peoples. Would Rif warriors work? |
| andysyk | 14 Nov 2008 2:51 p.m. PST |
There is considerable difference in my opinion. You would get away with generic arabs a bit like the new Artizan figures for Muktar's boys but I feel the Rif are quite distinct. |
| andysyk | 10 Mar 2009 11:23 a.m. PST |
Just a quick update; Richard is sculpting the first four packs of Rif. All being well these should be finished in about 14 days time. We will endeavour to get them into production ASAP. |
| Richard Baber | 10 Mar 2009 12:24 p.m. PST |
Very cool, well done Andy. |
| WillieB | 10 Mar 2009 3:36 p.m. PST |
14 days? Do I need to revise my Salute budget HUGELY? |
| MaryJane | 12 Mar 2009 4:49 a.m. PST |
No, you don't. I need a new kitchen. |
| Dashetal | 01 Apr 2009 3:06 p.m. PST |
I take it the Rif's didnt make Salute? |
| andysyk | 02 Apr 2009 4:37 a.m. PST |
The fist 16 Rif figure greens, the first four packs are on their way to Griffin Moulds. More news soon. |
| PTCohn | 02 Apr 2009 11:18 a.m. PST |
Looking forward to their release! |
| WillieB | 03 Apr 2009 1:35 a.m. PST |
Visa card just spontaneously burst into flames…. |
| Gallowglass | 03 Apr 2009 2:46 p.m. PST |
Just saw them on the front page. Powerful stuff altogether. |
| Pict17 | 06 Apr 2009 10:12 a.m. PST |
These look really interesting! Is there any good background reading on these wars in English? |
| PTCohn | 06 Apr 2009 11:12 a.m. PST |
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| Richard Baber | 06 Apr 2009 12:59 p.m. PST |
Not to blow my own trumpet too hard - TMP link |
| Pict17 | 07 Apr 2009 1:53 a.m. PST |
Aha! Thanks! This looks very useful… |
| andysyk | 08 Apr 2009 7:24 a.m. PST |
We are now accepting pre orders on our first four packs. These are currently in production and any orders will be posted out as soon as we have them. link Thanks
Andy & Marco |
| Richard Baber | 08 Apr 2009 9:30 a.m. PST |
Brilliant news Andy. Good luck to both of you, can`t wait to see these in the lead :-) |
| Richard Baber | 17 Apr 2009 4:37 a.m. PST |
I have seen and handled the first four packs of these and I can honestly say wow!!!!!!!!! They are the more delicate style of 28mm which I personally prefer. The sculpts are clean and the poses interesting, varied and lifelike. From my brief check through, the chillaba, rexa and other clothing looks spot on to the postcards and period photos I have. These figures look right. I am very impressed. Well done Andy and Marco (and Mr Ansell) you may well have finally pulled me into 28mm with these……. A full and detailed review will follow in The Journal |
| Rudorff | 20 Apr 2009 1:46 p.m. PST |
I had the pleasure of seeing some of these chaps painted tonight, I understand that they will feature on the website once photographed. Quite outstanding, both the figures and the paint job, you will not be disappointed with this range. |
