Picking up those brushes again.

Hi and welcome to the occasional mutterings of Dave Doc, a military modeller and some time gamer. Gaming and model making has given me a real education, History & Geography(obvious really), Artistry, Politics, Economics, Logistics, Project Management -you try building miniature armies without the last 3.

I will use the blog to record my creations & the odd occasion I actually do some gaming.

I have always been inspired by the aesthetic side of gaming. Playing on well constructed terrain using excellently painted units is always a joy.

Thursday, 23 June 2016

Sudan - The new game display stand, and a thank you.

I am taking the Sudan game to the "Muster on the Parade Ground" show at Stockon on Tees on the 9th of July. I have recently add a display banner for it.It is A4 size pull up . I thought the Mahdi would make a good picture to use. So here it is - sourced from Display Signs Direct


And while mooching around on e-bay looking for something I came across a replica Sun Hat /Pith helmet for the period too - maybe I will make the column commander wear it!


I may have to tea stain it bit more to give a more lived in appearance.

I also recieved a parcel from that fine chap Gary Amos (Happy Valley) of Sudan related books found while clearing his loft - donated free to a good home! Thanks Gary , much appreciated and fine additons to the library.

 

Meanwhile work still continues on extra mounted troops for the Mahdist forces.. more next time
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  1. MartinC23 June 2016 at 13:57

    cool, good luck with that. Unfortunately I'm away that weekend so can't make it

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    1. DaveD23 June 2016 at 17:57

      Shame you can't make it.. Catch ya next time

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  2. Independentwargamesgroup23 June 2016 at 14:58

    Dave,
    Look forward to seeing you at Stockton. No doubt the game will be up to your usual very high standard.

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    1. DaveD23 June 2016 at 17:58

      Robbie, yes please pop by... And it will. It's are run of the AMG scenario with a little tweak

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  3. Juan Mancheño23 June 2016 at 17:10

    The game is going to be really nice! Great elements for the display of it.

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  4. Diplomatist23 June 2016 at 17:54

    Nice stuff! I'm going to have to look into those display stands. Gary is dispensing his largess far and wide!

    I bought my pith helmet from Village Hats - http://www.hatsandcaps.co.uk/pith-helmets-c_pith_helmets/ They do deals for bulk orders!

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    1. DaveD23 June 2016 at 17:59

      Edwin. Price was good.. Delivery was a bit pricey online, may be better speaking to them and going for flat postage

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  5. Michael Awdry23 June 2016 at 19:14

    It is the little touches that really sell the quality of this endeavour, fabulous stuff Dave.

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    1. DaveD23 June 2016 at 21:32

      Thanks Michael, indeed, it's the extras I really enjoy too

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  6. Anonymous23 June 2016 at 19:36

    I only hope the column commander remembers to hand the helmet back, otherwise they'd be taking the pith.
    Not able to go to the show, so I wish you a happy time of it all.

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    1. DaveD23 June 2016 at 21:33

      Groan.. Don't give up the day job Roy! Catch ya next time

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  7. Carlo23 June 2016 at 21:23

    Great looking stand and absolutely live the pith helmet Dave - very nice and just the right amount of style mate. Good luck at Stockton.

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  8. GaryA23 June 2016 at 22:13

    That's a swish little banner Dave. It'll look good by the table. Good luck with the game!

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  9. marinergrim24 June 2016 at 08:03

    great stuff Dave. Shame I won't make Stockton because it looks as though I'll be missing out.

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  10. Millsy24 June 2016 at 09:32

    Phew! For a minute there I thought you'd used Comic Sans on your sign. :-)

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    1. DaveD24 June 2016 at 17:01

      No idea what it was ... Just looked good!

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