Saturday, February 21, 2026

1st Dragoon Guards

Following closely upon the heels of the Highlanders, a body of British cavalry trot out from the painting table.  These troopers muster out as the 1st Dragoon Guard Regiment.  Figures are Eureka Miniatures and came as part of a rare bulk buy of unpainted lead from eBay.  The lot had more British cavalry in mitres than I can likely field, but a bargain is a bargain, right?  Well, a bargain only if I paint and field them!  I need to do some research on all of the units that sported the mitre whether in battle or on parade.
As well-known by now, Eureka cavalry are my favorite for this period and almost all of my cavalry across all nations are comprised of Eureka figures.  At last count, (just tallied this morning) there are over 1,000 painted Eureka cavalrymen in the SYW collection.  Who knew and how did this happen?
Besides more Highlanders for the period, a regiment of British foot is working through the production line.  The British foot figures are the last of the Blue Moon British sculpts in The Lead Pile.  After these are finished, then it is on to bags and bags of Old Glory British.  Yes, bags and bags...

On the gaming front, games have been non-existent this week as I recover from injury.  Monday sees me take command of the Prussian Army in Reject Richard's next remote Koenig Krieg SYW battle on hexes.  With Russian dispositions unknown, I have little idea what to expect.  I am sure that the Russian commanders will complain that Frederick got the better ground!  Should be fun.  
This morning, it is back to the painting desk and then putting the finishing touches on the scenario for the upcoming Montebello game.
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20 comments:

  1. Michal DwarfCryptFebruary 21, 2026 at 7:58 AM

    Very interesting unit and great paint job Jonathan!

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  2. Neil ScottFebruary 21, 2026 at 8:05 AM

    A nice looking regiment

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  3. Andy McMasterFebruary 21, 2026 at 10:33 AM

    Nicely done unit.

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  4. DaiFebruary 21, 2026 at 10:43 AM

    Murderous British grumble grumble grumble. LOL I'm sure even 400 years later there's Scots out there with that in their blood.
    Good looking cav mate.

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  5. NormFebruary 21, 2026 at 11:13 AM

    Nice job ….. and 1000 cavalry, impressive in anyone’s books. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

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    1. Jonathan FreitagFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:52 PM

      Thanks! I was surprised that I had painted over 1,000 SYW cavalry. The first thousand are always the hardest! Well, I injured my back this week cycling and lifting weights. This is an injury to which you are well-versed.

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  6. Phil RobinsonFebruary 21, 2026 at 11:37 AM

    Another fine looking unit to join the ranks!

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  7. david in suffolkFebruary 21, 2026 at 11:37 AM

    Dragoons look goosd, I can see why you like the Eureka figures. 1,000 of them - wow! Good luck as Frederick..

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    1. Jonathan FreitagFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:53 PM

      Thanks! Hopefully, Frederick will see better luck in this game. My Russian commander saw little luck against the Wily Ottomans in the last game of Richard's.

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  8. Ray RousellFebruary 21, 2026 at 11:49 AM

    They are rather nice, Jon. I've never seen Eureka 15's in the flesh, How do they scale up to other 15mm ranges?
    Looking forward to the game Monday night!

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    1. Jonathan FreitagFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:54 PM

      Thank you, Ray! Eureka cavalry are much bigger than other 15mm manufacturers. Going head-to-head against you is always a challenge.

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  9. rrossFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:31 PM

    They look great Jon. The Eureka figures are always very nice in whatever scale. Injury, what did I miss? Hope you are fighting fit again soon. Your comments about the 1000 figures painted and how did that happen resonates with my comments to Dai re my on collection!

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    1. Jonathan FreitagFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:56 PM

      Thanks, Keith! As mentioned to Norm, above, I injured my back at the gym this week. I hope to be back in fighting shape soon.

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  10. Lawrence HFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:34 PM

    SYW British cavalry always look smart and you have done a great job on these. Over a thousand Eureka cavalry is an impressive amount.

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    1. Jonathan FreitagFebruary 21, 2026 at 12:56 PM

      Thanks, Lawrence! I agree that the British always turn out smartly.

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