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!

Forces of Valor: 1:16th Scale Extreme Metal U.S. M4A3 Sherman Tank

Forces of Valor has followed up last years Michael Wittmann Tiger Tank with this year's M4A3 Sherman Tank. Sherman tank crews battled deadly Panzer and Tiger tanks. Although under-gunned and thinly armored, they fought off the menace of German armor through sheer numbers and tactics. Three figures included and also a collectors handbook. This piece will be available early August at www.BgsToySoldiers.com. The hatches open, the turret turns, and the treads allow the tank to roll. This is a magnificent piece and very large. You can reserve this piece via email, email me at: sales@bgstoysoldiers.com.

The Collectors Showcase: Tiger Tank Michael Wittmann

The Collectors Showcase is releasing their version of the Tiger Tank with Michael Wittman. They are releasing three versions of the Tiger Tank at the end of July. They will be only manufacturing 300 of each tank. Each tank will come with a numbered certificate of authenticity. The tank types include: Winter Tiger, Arnhem Tiger and a Wittmann Tiger. The Michael Wittmann is pictured to the right. Each tanks doors and hatches open and close. Also, the gun can be positioned up and down. This piece will make an excellent addition to any WWII diorama. They are 60mm (1:30) scale. On the early style roadwheels you can take the front bogie on or off just like the original crews. The tanks will be shipped at the end of July. Reserve yours today in the pre-order section at http://www.bgstoysoldiers.com/.

Limited availability.

King & Country: Civil War Union Soldiers - June 2008

King and Country released their first set of Union soldiers in their new American Civil War Collection. They previously had released 25 Confederate soldiers an Generals. They are now releasing 14 Union Soldiers in this first wave of Union Soldiers. All the pieces are available at http://www.bgstoysoldiers.com/.

The pieces are 1:30 in scale and include:

CW026 - Union Officer w/
CW027 - Union Chasseur Standing w/ Rifle
CW028 - Union Kneeling Firing Rifleman
CW029 - Union Standing Firing Rifleman
CW030 - Union Kneeling Ready
CW031 - Union Standing Ready
CW032 - Union Kneeling Loading
CW033 - Union Standing Loading
CW034 - Union Standing Ramrod
CW035 - Union Advancing
CW036 - Union Sergeant w/ Flag
CW037 - Union Bugler
CW038 - Union Mounted Officer
CW039 - Thirsty WorkBinos

Pieces Retired this month:

- AE006 "The Stone Carvers"
- AR045 "Standing Firing Marine"
- AR052 "Kneeling Firing Marine"
- BBA018 "M24 Chaffee Tank (Winter Camo)"
- BBG004 "GI Prisoners"
- BBG009 "Raupen Schlepper"
- DD052 "Lord Lovat Command Group"
- DD064 "Tommy Patrol"
- DD092 "M24 Chaffee Tank (Olive Drab)"
- IC026 "Artillery Set"
- LAH073 "Polizei NCO"

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