Superb photo Jerry. No one seems to have noticed the breech, so I’m going to say it - looks absolutely real. How did you get that polished metal effect? Tired of seeing rusty chipped artillery - it was kept immaculate if possible (outside of actual firing of course).
Hi Jerry,
The picture of the gun being served by the crew is amazing, I’d like to see a black and white version, I think it would look even more atmospheric, 
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Cheers, 
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G
Thanks buddy for the kind remarks. I was pretty happy with how that pic turned out myself. For once! LoL
Yes,I posted the pic of some of the years’ figures because I had thought at first I did not get much done this year. But when you add them all in one shot it wasn’t too bad of a work product.
So nice to seee you back here brother.
J
Thanks man,very nice of you to write.
That day was a misty drizzling day and I tried to capture it here to the best of my ability.
J
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These batteries took position around the area of Le Mesnil Patry the day before the offensive and had limited time to dig any kind of holes. The gunners mission was for a creeping barrage to move ahead of the infantrys’ advance and so little to no rotation of the guns was anticipated. They had about 600 barrels available and so the frontage was well serviced from any battery really.
I am sure those guys busted ass just to dig a hole this size,plus making sure the guns were in battery correctly and registered with the FDC,etc etc.
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I was informed by a former Brit redleg that the breech was kept like this after he saw my first version with it painted OD like the rest of the gun. I used Valejo steel and then rubbed a bit of pencil lead on it and rubbed it with my fingers to get a bit of sheen.
Thanks for the kind words.
I have a full episode I put on FB but I only put this one pic here as it seems there was zero interest in my stuff lately. It takes a lot of effort to post an entire episode and I was hesitant to fry my brain doing that.
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A friend on FB did that for me and it looks cool in B and W. I am not knowledgeable enough on this box to do that though. Sorry. Thank you though!
J
Jerry stunning work bro. And your photos literally bring the models to life. Reminds me of a scene from A Bridge too Far when the British artillery opens up in support of XXX corps advance!
thank you Sir! Yes,great movie.
J
Very very cool man! Thank you so much for that. I can’t figure that out as I am hopeless on the box.
J
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Ive been hanging around this whole time and let me say… this all amazing work! Truly jaw droping details and painting!
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The pictures are great Jerry, keep it up
Love the 25-Pdr. The fields where they set up were/are also very stoney which, coupled with limited time, would suggest your shallow pit is spot on
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Good work Jerry; very atmospheric. The hesitancy of the Infantry advancing into fire, despite the tanks and then casualties. Grim stuff and the realities of combat, all portrayed outstanding well, all down to first class modelling.
Stunning work Jerry, I cant describe what it means to look here daily and if lucky, to be treated to your latest installment. It sure does a lot for my morale to see your work on here,and a big treat, especially in these troubled times in which we live. I longingly dream of the day when we can go to a model show and truly enjoy the atmosphere of hanging out with fellow modelers. In the meantime, please keep sharing your incredible work here , I look forward to your next post, Best regards…Dale
Bravo my friend. Like stills from a film that we have yet to see…
The pensive sideways looks of the advancing infantry, the confused look on the face of the poor officer ‘taking a hit’, the outnumbered but well camouflaged German defenders… it is all done in a very subtle and sensitive manner.