Chronicles of the Wayfarer 15mm fantasy Painting contest

Hi guys

I was approached to enter a painting contest for a new 15mm Fantasy manufacturer, Chronicles of the Wayfarer, I'm not anticipating winning as I think there will be some heavy hitters entering, but I always like supporting new entries into our hobby so agreed, part of the comp is to also write a review of the figures, I will be honest in my review, I was given these 4 figures as part of this comp and have no other incentives or link to this company.
The good - as can be seen these are very detailed, actually incredibly detailed figures, I hate to say, but almost to detailed for my skill, have a look at the ladies sward hilt, incredible, they have very good anatomy, nothing seems out of proportion for those that like that, poses are quite good and they came with 2 different detailed base, the guy with the hammer had a choice of sword or hammer arm, and the ladies back thing was separate.

The bad - they are resin figures, I prefer metal, they do seem quite sturdy though, but I am imagining some  possible breakage during game play.

The ugly - These are computer sculpted, and quite a good job to, but for some reason the shields are crazily thick, especially the long body shield, maybe this is due to the moulding process, but isn't mirrored in other parts like the sword, so not sure, I did contemplate cutting them off and sanding them back, but thought its better you see what you will get.  

Have added a comparison pic with a rebel, Khurasan and AB figure, all comments welcome.
More info can be found at their facebook page
dan.dunbar@hotmail.com

And the winner is............

Hi guys

Thanks to all those who entered the comp and spread the word for me, the winner of my give away comp is paulalba, congrats, contact me on dan.dunbar@hotmail.com and we will work out the details.

Gunners painting services give away comp

Hi guys

To celebrate the opening of my painting service, I will run a give away comp.
See details/prices of my painting service here.
http://gunnerswargamming.blogspot.com.au/2015/03/now-taking-commissions-gunners-painting.html

Prize
I will paint/build your choice of 1 of the following (you supply the figs/models and pay for postage)
1) a 12 man 28/20mm infantry unit.
2) a 6 man 28/20mm cav unit.
3) a 24 man 15mm infantry unit.
4) a 12 man 15mm cav unit.
5) 1 28/20mm vehicle.
6) 3 15mm vehicles.
Everyone who enters will also receive 10% off their first order from Gunners painting service, redeemable at any time.

How to enter
1) follow my blog
2) If you own a blog, add a post on your blog with a) advising of this give away, b) with a link to this post c) with a link to my price list post.
3) reply to this post with your choice of 1 of the above prizes.

Prize will be drawn in 2 weeks, below is some pics of the prize from my last give away.

1/72 Royal Marine support group Centaur finished

Hi guys, this project is finished, the crew commander has a blue beret, not black, this is apparently accurate, I'm pretty happy with how this turned out, this will be sent off this week to its new owner, John of Jacksarges blog site.

WIP 1/72 Centaur part 5

Hi guys, almost done with this project, just need a couple of touch ups, then the crew figures, let me know if there's anything else I should do, all comments welcome.

WIP 1/72 Centaur part 4

Hi guys, what a right royal pain in the ass, but its starting to take shape, for anyone new to this project, this is a Royal Marine support group Centaur conversion of the 1/72 Revell Cromwell, decals are from Bison, the turret decals were a nightmare, and took about 2hrs on their own, the decal instruction advised to cut off all the detail from the turret and apply, however to get them to fit I cut them up and placed them around the turret detail, I had to seal them with a gloss coat, it was worth it in the end, I think they look effective, I will have to add the odd number and line with free hand, ignore any gloss effect, the next step will be a matt coat, then onto weathering, all comments welcome.

WIP 1/72 Centaur part 3

Hi guys, just a quick update, the sun is very bright this afternoon, so the colour is a bit washed out and pale, gloss coat and decals next.