Rescue G.I.s WWII
Modeling the U.S. Army in WWII

Verlinden Productions
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These figures are not quite as awkward as the title given to them. They are typical Verlinden products, from the tan resin to the 1/32 scale BAR. But the action pose is unique for American figures and I have a suitable setting for them in mind. The woolen melton overcoats certainly suggest a Bulge scene.

Both torso sections have large casting plugs that will need removal. I've found that my Xuron nippers do a good job taking the plugs down to the surface. If you have a Dremel you might want to improve the hollow at the bottoms of the coats, particular for the soldier getting a lift. Take care when attaching the boots on the assisting GI. And arms on both figures will need to be dry-fitted to make sure they all connect properly. There are indentations under the arms of the injured soldier that the hands of the other man fit into. The standing soldier is looking off to his left, but his head also can be positioned looking to the right or down. If you have a more expressive head, perhaps shouting, it could help animate this figure nicely.

There are no wounds on the other soldier, which means he could be portrayed as passed out as well as injured in a variety of ways. The only extra gear is the aforementioned BAR for the standing man, a canteen, and a helmet.

This set avoids some of the ludicrous poses of recent VP figures, and could be quite useful in a number of contexts.

-tss-

 

Modeling the U.S. Army in WWII © Timothy S. Streeter