1/48th scale figures

[Kurt Johnson]

Does anyone know a source of 1/48th scale figures other than Prieser?

It seems the other scales have more to offer. I'm not quite ready to make my own completely, but feel comfortable modifying ones.

Kurt

[mikeaidanh]

Kurt,

 

I am watching this thread with interest.

 

Mike.

[mtaylor]

Did you check this topic:  http://modelshipworld.com/index.php?/topic/1006-in-need-of-shipyard-workers-or-boats-crewmembers/page-1 ?

[Kurt Johnson]

that thread really wasn't much help. I modeled military miniatures for many years and had my turn at railroading and other than Prieser (who's type of plastic I don't like to work with) there isn't much out there. I thought maybe someone stumbled on something out there. That isn't cartoonish.

[mtaylor]

There was HAT but it seems like everyplace is always "out of stock".  And yes, I agree, most companies stuff looks to be cartoonish.  Be patient, perhaps someone has turned up something.

[Kurt Johnson]

Maybe, just maybe, the great Chuck........,

[Kurt Johnson]

Let me know how that works out, that's what I had in mind. Who makes them? I have looked at many, trying to envision their potential, but nothing struck just right.

 

Kurt

[twintrow]

A few of us have used the tank crew set I think from Tamiya 1/48th.   The poses work well for ships crew.  Only minor modifications.  Should be available on line or most Hobby Shops. Photo shows a couple on my Fair American. Just painted, already in a good pose.  See Helmsman and crew member working on the cannon.

Tom

Edited December 14, 2013 by twintrow

[JPZ66]

Cornwall Model Ship has 35mm ships crew figures... Sailing ships crew. 35mm works out about right for 1/48-1/50 scale. The figures were reasonably priced too.

 

Joe