King & Country: The Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler Regimental Band - LAH097

King & Country is releasing the Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler Regimental Band in early October, LAH097. This entire set is a 21 piece band ensemble depicted in the picture above. The pieces will be available at www.BgsToySoldiers.com as individual pieces and also as a total set. A full 21-piece marching Regimental Band of the premier SS regiment "Leibstandarte Adolf Hitler". Led by their Drum Major this large set is sure to be the centre-piece of any Berlin 1938 collection. When you buy this complete 21-piece set K&C also adds on the extra-special LAH098 "Schellenbaum Carrier"... ABSOLUTELY FREE! The complete band comes in its own special box. The pieces can be pre-ordered today.

The Regimental band was formed in 1933 and was one of the most elite bands up to and through World War II. They performed such occasions as the Winter and Summer Olympics of 1936. The regimental band was led by Hermann Muller - and his deputy Gustav Weissenborn, German military music was performed this elite group.

Pieces being Retired this Month:

AK021 - "Machine Gun Set"
AR050 - "Marine Drummer"
DD073 - "The Souvenir Hunters"
DD078 - "M12 155 Gun Motor Carriage"
WS098 - "German T34"
NA094 - "Chasseur a Cheval Trumpeter"
RO017-RE - "Fighting Centurion"
RO019-RE - "Fighting Aquilifer w/Eagle"
RO020-RE - "Fighting Aquilifer w/Flag"
RO022-RE - "Marching w/Spear"
RO025-RE - "Attacking w/Spear"

All these pieces are available today at www.BgsToySoldiers.com. We also have a large number of other retired pieces by King & Country.

Conte Collectibles: Now Available with Bgs Toy Soldiers

Bgs Toy Soldiers is proud to announce that we are now carrying Conte Collectibles. We worked out the final details this past week and should be receiving our first order in the next week or two. We have had a few requests for pieces already. We will get the pieces that are readily available in immediately. Some of the categories that Conte Collectibles offers include:

American Revolution, American Civil War, The Alamo, Roman Empire, Medieval Knights, Pirates, Spartacus, Spartans, Zulu Wars, and Many More!!

Please feel free to contact me if there are specific pieces you would like to see us get in soon.

The Collectors Showcase: Quatre Bras Napoleonic Set

The Collectors Showcase is releasing their first set of Napoleonic figures this winter for the Christmas holidays. These sets are limited and will not be available for very long. The set is 21 Napoleonic pieces that can be purchased individually or as an entire set. The entire set is discounted $60.00 USD from the price if you were to buy each of the individual pieces in their entirety.

The set is based off a painting by Lady Butler. The set includes pieces from the British 28th regiment and French Curassiers. Depicted in the picture is the entire set of Napoleonic figures. These pieces are 1:30th scale (60mm). The 28th regiment defended and repelled numerous cavalry charges at Quatre Bras. Collectors Showcase will be following up this set with add-ons and other regiments next year. Order your set today at www.BgsToySoldiers.com before they sell out. You can find this set in the pre-order section of our catalog.

King & Country: Schwimmwagen - WS109

King & Country is releasing a Schwimmwagen, WS109, in early September 2008. This model includes the Volkswagen Schwimmwagen and two grenadiers. One of which happens to be relieving himself as, "Nature Calls". This piece will make an excellent addition to any WWII Waffen SS military miniature diorama. This piece is 1:30 (60mm) in scale and will cost $109.00 USD. You can purchase one today at www.BgsToySoldiers.com.

The Schwimmwagen was a creation of Volkswagen to create a swimming car that could cross rivers and small lakes without assistance. The vehicle has a tub body with a propeller on the back of the automobile. Each Schwimmwagen was limited to one gear and was designed to ride a little higher to allow for easy off-road travel. When in the water, the Schwimmwagen could only maneuver forward, as the propeller did not operate in the reverse direction. In order to allow troops to move in reverse, often simple paddles were used, or the car could be put in reverse drive and the motion of the tires could cause a slow backward drift in calm waters. Between 1941 and 1944, roughly 15,584 Schwimmwagens were produced.

Other Waffen SS pieces released by King & Country in early September include:

Sd.kfz.250/1 Leichter Schutzenpanzer wagen - WS121 ($159.00)

Advancing on the Enemy - WS122 ($93.00)

"Machine Gun Team Forward!" - WS123 ($62.00)

Flame Thrower Set - WS124 ($62.00)

Also coming in September are a new set of Medieval pieces by King & Country, available for pre-order today at www.BgsToySoldiers.com

Pieces retired by King & Country in August 2008:

- Check-Point - AK017
- "Jes' Make Sure He's Dead!" - BBA013
- Mine Laying Surprise - BBA014
- Helping a Buddy - BBA017
- Paratroops - DD056
- Reach For The Sky! - DD074
- The Mine Sweepers - EA013
- Desert Vickers - EA016
- Surrendering Senegalese A - FOB035
- Surrendering Senegalese B - FOB036
- Winter Sledge - WS084
- The Fuhrer's Last Fighter - WS100
- Sd. kfz.252 Transporter - WS101

All these pieces are available today at www.BgsToySoldiers.com. We also have a large number of other retired pieces by King & Country.

Patriot Models: Brunswickers Series

Patriot Models has just released the first figures from the Brunswicker series for the Napoleonic Collection. These figures are 1:30 scale (60mm) with a matt finish. Patriot Models has released 3 pieces so far, with an additional 3 being released in September. The figures available at www.BgsToySoldiers.com today are:

PTNA036 - Brunswicker Fixing Bayonet
PTNA037 - Brunswicker Standing Firing
PTNA038 - Brunswicker Kneeling Firing

These pieces are modeled after the Black Brunswickers formed in 1809 during the Napoleonic wars. They were formed by the German Duke, Frederick William. The Brunswickers are named after Brunswick of Germany at the time, because they conquered and held the city for a short time from Napoleon and the French. They were later driven from Brunswick . They then joined up with British forces and participated in the Waterloo Campaign. On June 16th 1815, Fredrick fell in the Battle of Quatre Bras. The Brunswickers eventually disbanded in early 1820.

The Collectors Showcase: The Berdan Sharpshooters

The Berdan Sharpshooters were an American Civil War regiment of sharpshooters named after Col. Hiram Berdan (1823-1893). The 1st and 2nd regiment were selected from various northern states in 1861, through a rigorous test of placing 10 consecutive shots in a 10" space about 200 yards away without use of a scope. Believe it or not, enough people were able to accomplish this task to create 18 companies within 2 regiments. The regiments marched to their first battle dressed in forest green jackets, trousers, and caps. Each sharpshooter was armed with a 5 shot Colt revolving rifle. Berdan sharpshooters were placed strategically on the battlefield to pick-off officers and distinguished people from the South. The Berdan Sharpshooters made their mark in the Battle of Yorkstown. They were also key to the success of the North in the Battle of Gettysburg, as they held stalled the Confederate advance on Devils Den. Collectors Showcase is releasing 3 sets of figures modeled from the Berdan Sharpshooters. There are 3 soldiers per set and they are 1:32 (54mm) scale. The sets include:

- Berdan Sharpshooters Firing - CS00274 ($75.00)
- Berdan Sharpshooters Loading - CS00275 ($75.00)
- Berdan Sharpshooters Command - CS00276 ($85.00)

Reserve yours today at www.BgsToySoldiers.com today!

King & Country: Napoleon & His Generals NA158(SL) - July 2008

King and Country is continuing to celebrate their 25th Anniversary with another Strictly Limited Set. They are releasing Napoleon & His Generals NA158(SL). They will also be releasing a few other Napoleonic pieces to go with this exquisite piece. Includes Napoleon and 3 of his generals. They include: Marshal Louis-Nicolas DAVOUT, General DORSENNE and General of Cuirassiers Jean-Joseph Comte d' HAUTPOUL. Delivering dispatches is a standing, saluting Aide de Camps. Completing this scene are a camp table, chair and basket of maps and the Emperor's Tent forming a backdrop. This set is limited to only 999 pieces by King & Country. We have sold all of our allotted sets but three. Reserve yours today in our pre-order section at:

http://www.bgstoysoldiers.com/

Pieces Retired this month:

- AK022 "The Mortar Set"- AK028 "Questioning The Prisoner
- BAR005 "Running Warrior with Shield and Spear"
- BAR009 "Stepping Warrior with Sword and Shield"
- RO018-RE "Legion Mascot"
- RO026-RE "Roman Casualty"
- RO028-RE "Kneeling w/Spear"
- RO029-RE "Kneeling w/Sword"
- RO030-RE "Defending w/Sword"
- RO031-RE "Defending w/Shield"
- RO033-RE "Stabbing w/Sword"
- RO034-RE "Advancing w/Sword"
- WS088 "Road Block"

Most pieces are available at http://www.bgstoysoldiers.com/ today!