That is an interesting choice. A pretty specific Zouave uniform - mostly the 14th Brooklyn. You did touch on this at the start of your vid. I think this decision was so that they did not go head to head with the Perry Zouave box.
Good video yet again. Enjoy the ACW content. One question for you and fellow Europeans. I notice UK miniature manufacturers almost always include Zouave regiments and some really focus on them. As you correctly stated, they fell out of favor by mid-war and are not viewed as prominently here in 🇺🇸. Is it the correlation to European uniforms or simply they look good on the table? Just curious. Thanks again.
So my opinion is that they look good on the table. However they did play a large role in the early war and there were Zouave regiments that wore their uniforms all the way through the war. I think when collecting the ACW it’s easy to fall into the trap of just going “blue and grey” so having zouaves gives you the option to brighten up your collection.
I get it and think it is great to explore the full range of uniforms which is half the fun. One I notice few paint up for ACW but always for Napoleonic are the sharpshooters. Have you worked up and Union sharpshooters in their green uniforms?
I`d think that anybody who is in the period sometime paints up a couple of Berdan`s or Zouaves or Marines and so on. It is simply a matter of coming across their deeds in action, of course, but also a matter of adding color and doing something different. I myself being not a gamer but painting for pleasure and relaxation I go for 1:1 units and have to say that federal blue in all its shades sometimes gets boring. So why not add a battalion of Zouaves? BTW: Painting Hampton`s Legion in early war outfit was a challenge due to varying info about the uniforms of the different companies, but despite such uncertainity it was a real joy to paint. In comparison nearly any 200-400 man federal standard unit is "work" until in line and on display. Just my 2cts.
@@Forcade23well put. Having units such as the zouaves helps to make things interesting when gaming or collecting. I do find when collecting union it’s a challenge to keep things fresh hence why I’ve painted so many Zouave regiments.
Bit of a tired sounding review. ACW Zouaves were independently funded and raised units , and several did continue after 1863. Bit more expensive than Perry`s. 42 Perry figs for 22£ for 2 poses , 24 Warlord for how much?
Once I’ve painted the unit I’ll give more of a “review” on them. Yes Zouave units did serve throughout the war. £29.50 for this warlord games box set. I’m not sure I would directly compare this to Perry miniatures zouaves as they are two different uniform types. The only other miniatures I’ve seen on the market in this uniform style have been metal and are more expensive than this box set.
@@KingMATTtheSuperior But free is a great price to recommend anything. If it dosnt cost you anything and just go with the script, no wonder you sound bored.
Well I would recommend these for people who want build the 14th Brooklyn for example as it’s the cheapest way to do it and the models do look good. I do think 29.50 is steep for a box of miniatures but it’s not just the miniatures you are getting. When Perry miniatures release boxsets that are fantastic value I feel everything else just seem expensive. After collecting Perry miniatures for years I do fancy something different and going down the metal route can be costly so that’s where these new sets from warlord comes in handy.
The big issue here might be that also Perry only offers metals in ACW chasseur uniform. From this point of view this set fills a gap. Also F&G designed them to be 14th Brooklyn and there is no way to directly compare this set and Perry generic/classic Zouaves. But in general I do agree that they are not "cheap" looking at the amount of figures and the options for conversion provided by multi-part plastic miniatures. At least they a nicely designed and this time they seem to arrive without the issues of the first boxes. Regarding prices take a look at the ACW officer packs released recently by Warlord ;-)
@Forcade23 spot on. I think when trying to compare warlord games pricing to Perrys the Perrys will often win. I’ve often thought this when looking at warlord games Napoleonic ranges however as a collector who wants to expand I welcome any new releases.
Great video mate, looking forward to getting on with my ACW 👍👍
Thankyou 👍 what do you have on the painting bench?
Messing about with 3D printing RKX bolt action and some Victrix 12mm commission work.@KingMATTtheSuperior
They look awesome! Also love the music track in the background, very apt :D
Thankyou Thiro!
Looks like you'll have a lot of fun doing these figures up. Especially the Zouaves.
So far I’ve really enjoyed these sculpts. Such crisp details make them nice to paint.
That is an interesting choice. A pretty specific Zouave uniform - mostly the 14th Brooklyn. You did touch on this at the start of your vid. I think this decision was so that they did not go head to head with the Perry Zouave box.
Yeah I think you’re right that they aren’t producing a kit that’s already on the market
Good video yet again. Enjoy the ACW content. One question for you and fellow Europeans. I notice UK miniature manufacturers almost always include Zouave regiments and some really focus on them. As you correctly stated, they fell out of favor by mid-war and are not viewed as prominently here in 🇺🇸. Is it the correlation to European uniforms or simply they look good on the table? Just curious. Thanks again.
So my opinion is that they look good on the table. However they did play a large role in the early war and there were Zouave regiments that wore their uniforms all the way through the war.
I think when collecting the ACW it’s easy to fall into the trap of just going “blue and grey” so having zouaves gives you the option to brighten up your collection.
I get it and think it is great to explore the full range of uniforms which is half the fun. One I notice few paint up for ACW but always for Napoleonic are the sharpshooters. Have you worked up and Union sharpshooters in their green uniforms?
I have some verdant sharpshooters painted up but I’m yet to show them off on the channel :)
I`d think that anybody who is in the period sometime paints up a couple of Berdan`s or Zouaves or Marines and so on. It is simply a matter of coming across their deeds in action, of course, but also a matter of adding color and doing something different. I myself being not a gamer but painting for pleasure and relaxation I go for 1:1 units and have to say that federal blue in all its shades sometimes gets boring. So why not add a battalion of Zouaves? BTW: Painting Hampton`s Legion in early war outfit was a challenge due to varying info about the uniforms of the different companies, but despite such uncertainity it was a real joy to paint. In comparison nearly any 200-400 man federal standard unit is "work" until in line and on display. Just my 2cts.
@@Forcade23well put. Having units such as the zouaves helps to make things interesting when gaming or collecting. I do find when collecting union it’s a challenge to keep things fresh hence why I’ve painted so many Zouave regiments.
They look very nice indeed , i,m tempted , but how durable are they ? Do they break Easily ?
I’ve not had any breakages yet. They seem as durable as the Perrys plastics but I’m yet to really put them through their paces
They look good mate,nice unboxing
Thankyou bud
Are they Paul hicks sculpts look a similar style
I believe these sculpts are originally from the forgotten glorious range but I’m Unsure on who sculpted them
Bit of a tired sounding review. ACW Zouaves were independently funded and raised units , and several did continue after 1863. Bit more expensive than Perry`s. 42 Perry figs for 22£ for 2 poses , 24 Warlord for how much?
Once I’ve painted the unit I’ll give more of a “review” on them. Yes Zouave units did serve throughout the war. £29.50 for this warlord games box set. I’m not sure I would directly compare this to Perry miniatures zouaves as they are two different uniform types. The only other miniatures I’ve seen on the market in this uniform style have been metal and are more expensive than this box set.
@@KingMATTtheSuperior But free is a great price to recommend anything. If it dosnt cost you anything and just go with the script, no wonder you sound bored.
Well I would recommend these for people who want build the 14th Brooklyn for example as it’s the cheapest way to do it and the models do look good. I do think 29.50 is steep for a box of miniatures but it’s not just the miniatures you are getting. When Perry miniatures release boxsets that are fantastic value I feel everything else just seem expensive.
After collecting Perry miniatures for years I do fancy something different and going down the metal route can be costly so that’s where these new sets from warlord comes in handy.
The big issue here might be that also Perry only offers metals in ACW chasseur uniform. From this point of view this set fills a gap. Also F&G designed them to be 14th Brooklyn and there is no way to directly compare this set and Perry generic/classic Zouaves. But in general I do agree that they are not "cheap" looking at the amount of figures and the options for conversion provided by multi-part plastic miniatures. At least they a nicely designed and this time they seem to arrive without the issues of the first boxes. Regarding prices take a look at the ACW officer packs released recently by Warlord ;-)
@Forcade23 spot on. I think when trying to compare warlord games pricing to Perrys the Perrys will often win. I’ve often thought this when looking at warlord games Napoleonic ranges however as a collector who wants to expand I welcome any new releases.