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Set 02575

Prussian Hussars

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All figures are supplied unpainted    (Numbers of each pose in brackets)
Stats
Date Released 1993
Contents 17 mounted figures and 17 horses
Poses 9 poses, 6 horse poses
Material Plastic (Medium Consistency)
Colours Light Grey
Average Height 24 mm (= 1.73 m)

Review

When Frederick II, later styled 'the Great', came to the Prussian throne, the army had very few light cavalry. During his reign their value was appreciated and their numbers expanded, with many fine hussar regiments being created. It is these men that are depicted in this set.

The artwork for this set shows the 5th, 'Black' or 'Death' hussars, though during the Seven Years War all Prussian hussars wore much the same uniform except the first four regiments - differences were in small detail and in colour. Therefore these figures can represent many hussar regiments, and indeed many from other armies as others copied the Prussians as their reputation grew.

The uniform with mirliton cap, pelisse and dolman is perfectly represented here, with all the detail that makes hussar uniforms so distinctive. Most (but not all) have been provided with carbines, and one pose shows a man using one of the pair of pistols that were issued to all ranks. The two figures without carbines wear a rosette on the cap rather than the death head emblem, indicating that they are officers. The sculpting is first rate and the poses are well animated and believable. There is plenty of action in these figures too, with both charging and more relaxed poses to ensure there is something for everyone.

The only quibble is extremely minor and barely worthy of mentioning. The trumpeter and three other poses appear to be without a moustache, though in fact all would have had one except possibly the trumpeter.

There are six horse poses, with a variety of gaits including at least one that is standing still - a necessity for the men attempting to fire their firearms. All the horse furniture etc. is correctly modelled, and animation is good. Many have some flash between the legs which is the price to be paid for realistic poses for four-legged animals.

In sharp contrast to the Prussian Infantry set, this is an excellent set with plenty of variety, excellent craftsmanship and almost perfect accuracy.


Ratings

Historical Accuracy 10
Pose Quality 10
Pose Number 9
Sculpting 10
Mould 10

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