I base everything on 1" plastic slotta bases, because readily available and easy to grab and move on the table. One vehicle, 3-4 infantry, 1 heavy weapon +...
... I base mine as two of the rule sets i play require specific base sizes, but also to provide the correct frontage for a unit and to avoid the wheel to wheel...
Variable war games Cloth terrain: I developed this system of providing terrain to play HFG and DBA with small scale figures or card counters (all thou I think...
I base my troops for the Piquet rules, shrinking the 25mm base sizes to metric base sizes (1 inch for 25mm would be 1cm for micro scale). Most troops are 3 to...
Disposable Heroes has a system that works with this sort of thing. I think NUTS may as well - dont have them but have played at conventions. I dont recall...
If the vehicle is stable enough to stand upright on its own then I don't base it. If it is too small, then I place it on a small washer (think motorcycle with...
A modification to this excellent method is to use Thickened latex which is tinted with Latex emulsion paint used for interior walls etc. I suggest this because...
Thanks Tom ... From: Tom <thomaso827@...> Subject: [6mm_Minis] Re: Direct fire weapons Vs Buildings To: 6mm_Miniatures@yahoogroups.com Date: Monday,...
The answer depends on what you are playing - for represntative games where 1 Vehicle = Platoon you almost have to base, I use 30mm squares on art board, but if...
Mein Panzer has extensive rules for structures and how to handle their damage and units within them. They are one model equals one tank. ... [Non-text...
G,day What about thinning the acrylic mastic before application and painting it on with a roller. ... with ... look ... directions ... bed ... came ... or ... ...
Hello, here are a couple of links to pics of modern Russians (BMP-1 and Shilka in camouflage) http://i183.photobucket.com/albums/x39/braxenk/BMP2.jpg ...
Hello, see my little 6mm Ancient German army for sale... nicely painted and based... http://cgi.ebay.it/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=300274174017 have a look...
I have just updated the PicoArmor Blog with photos and descriptions of some standard and fabricated building we have been using for 3mm terrain. I believe this...
We've finally cleared up the aftermath of the Crisis show. As ever, a highly enjoyable if exhausting few days. Many thanks to the Tin Soldiers of Antwerp club...
I plan on posting this discussion on several of the Yahoo groups. A few years back I bought some 6mm on eBay that had a gloss finish. I was going to dull coat...
I prefer shine, since at 6mm you always have to overemphasis a bit... fg, THijs ... -- with friendly greetings Thijs Krijger "The sky is the limit, the lower...
On the old style toy soldier I think it great and enhances them, on modern 6mm wargaming figures I not so sure, I think I'll have to paint a few and see. ... ...
Hello Al! It's simply a matter of personal taste or choice. I've been painting for about 35 years and have thousands of 6mm figures. My original choice was a...
Historically, Gloss Vanish has always been more robust than Matt and so it has this benefit. Â I went through a phase of Gloss coating minis to improve their...
I use Satin finish (half way between gloss and matt) for 6mm vehicles, because it helps to emphasize details, and I like the look. Matt finish for infantry,...
Gary, I know of a few but there going to be in Louisville, Ky this Saturday at an all day/night games gettogether. Contact me backchannel and I'll pass your...
The Siege of Augusta XVIII One of the South East's Largest Gaming Conventions is Coming to Augusta Georgia. Siege of Augusta XVIII Date: 23-25 January 2009 The...
