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Austrian Flags Almost Finished. . .

 

Not perfect, but they ought to look reasonably good at arm's length, aka "Wargamers' Distance."  A few small touch-ups later today after breakfast, and then it's back to the list of remaining tiny things "To Do" to get my version of Austria's Wied Infantry ready for glossing, permanent basing, and on the table.  Or at least into their barracks (a large plastic tub).  Frustratingly, my stock of Front Rank finials and cords needs replenishing.  Grrr.  What are you gonna do?  Next time.

-- Stokes

Comments

Dindin said…
They look extremely nice!
Very good job on them! Congrats!

Happy New Year!
Dindin
11:33 AM
Wellington Man said…
Nonsense, they're flagtastic. Well done!
Best regards
WM
2:31 AM
guy said…
As an alternative to Front Rank, can I suggest the finials from Empress. A little less chunky and fit in well with Mindens etc.

Guy
9:17 AM
WSTKS-FM Worldwide said…
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9:34 AM
WSTKS-FM Worldwide said…
Thank you gentlemen for your kind comments and finial suggestion! I will check out those by Empress. now!

Kind Regards,

Stokes
9:35 AM
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