On the Workbench: 6mm Napoleonic Redoubts

I thought I would give a quick run through on how I completed the redoubts supplied by Total Battle Miniatures. To recap these are the medium, large and extra large redoubts. A small redoubt is also available which I did not purchase on this occasion. 

I completed the medium redoubt using it as a test for the larger versions. 

The large redoubt comes in 3 sections and the extra large redoubt in 5. Having washed and cleaned up the models I cut out bases from hardboard (not needed for the medium redoubt).

Top is the extra large redoubt with 2 large redoubts and the medium redoubt at the bottom. I surformed the base edges and glued the redoubts using PVA glue. The 6mm batteries give some indication of the size of these models.

Once dry I applied filler to the joins including to the bases blending in with the models.

Continued -

Again using VA glue, I applied sand and grit mix with a few small stones. The models are already textured so there was no need to cover the entire model.

I used Wilco tester pots to apply the initial 'earth' colour. I used 'Nutmeg Spice' with a small amount of 'Soft Hessian' to create lighter patches.

A black wash was now applied to the gabions and any other items lying around such as wheels, wooden poles etc. 

The whole of each model was drybrushed in Artiste 'Vanilla Bean' followed by Artiste 'Latte' and finally Vallejo 883 Silvergrey. For those not familiar with Artiste, it is a cheap Acrylic paint found in most craft shops.

For the final stage I added flock. This was a mix of Javis Fine Turf light green and mid green. The primary reason for choosing this particular flock was to make the models blend in with my terrain boards as can be seen in the following photos.

I sprayed the finished models with a coat of matt varnish to provide some protection and to hold down any loose flock.

These, and the medium sized redoubt, should feature in the forthcoming Grissburg battle although I will not know for certain until the board is laid whether I will have space for them all.