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The All Gauge Model Railroading Page and The Army Men Homepage provide information and support to their respective hobbies. This year, we are going further. We are offering a nice selection of books and miniatures for the Holidays. Order early and we can try to get them to you in time for gift giving...and they do make nice gifts. Choose from one-of-a-kind handpainted knights, Toy soldier game books, railroad books and historical reprints for the military history buff.
Profits go to upkeep and expansion of the All Gauge Model Railroading Page and the Army Men Homepage.
Here's what we have for you!
Hand-painted Miniature Knights |
Toy Soldier Books and Games |
Historical World War II Reprints |
Railroad Books |
Scroll down to check out our Miniature Knights, Toy Soldier Games , World War II Historical Reprint and Railroad books.
(Scroll ALL the way down for the railroad books!)
How would you like to give a gift that is truly original, one-of-a-kind, unique and attractive? How would you like to have one for yourself? My knights are just that. Each one is painted by hand, and no two come out exactly alike. I give each one a different touch, a unique finish. The result is that you get a knight which is a unique and different individual.
This is my personal "folk art." I enjoy making unique miniature figures. Even more, I enjoy putting my miniatures in the hands of people who will love having them. This is why each one is unique.
The process begins when I cast these knights in metal. I cast each knight from molten metal, using a mold. What comes out of the mold is a an unfinished toy knight. After the metal cools, I trim and finish the miniature. That includes using a tiny file to trim any rough spots. The result is a nice miniature with excellent detail. The figure is then coated with primer. Finally, it is painted and fitted with a weapon. A few were given plumes and crests; others received siege shields. Most merely hold their weapon of choice.
Each knight is $12.00. That includes the cost of packing and postage. The money is going toward adding to the Army Men Homepage and All Gauge Page.
When you buy one of my knights, you get a one-of-a-kind miniature. No two are painted exactly alike. He is ready for you to display, or to give as a gift.
Standing knight with shield (most do not have a shield) He has the round mace. |
Swinging weapons
Open-faced helmets |
With pole arms: axes and bills
More knights Swinging swords, axes and bills. |
These are our standing knights
Standing knights with axes & bills, knights with swords |
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Use our Shopping Cart to purchase your knight Choose his color, pose and weapon.
(Note - only a few of the standing-type figures have shields. You can request one. I cannot guarantee that you will get one with a shield, or that it will be the same shield as in the large picture above. Most of the shields are a smaller style. However, I will try to honor requests so long as I have figures with shields.)
Select a color and a pose.
(We only offer these to customers within the United States. We are not able to ship our knights overseas.)
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Here are some great games that you can play with common toy soldiers!
AT THIS TIME, BOOKS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPPING WITHIN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
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NEW Revised Version for Easier
Reading
SHAMBATTLE: a Game for Old Fashioned Toy Soldiers is just that. It is a simple, fun-filled game that uses classic toy soldiers as playing pieces. Based on an original game from 1929, this new version makes it easier to learn and play. Along with the original rules are several optional additions, allowing players to add more elements to this amazing little game. With the large format and logical organization of SHAMBATTLE: a Game for Old Fashioned Toy Soldiers, you can be up and playing in the shortest time possible. Illustrated. Comb binding. 40pp $12.95 (free postage via Media Mail in the US)
US - $12.95 **** Canada - $12.95 plus $2.05 Postage
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The Game for Toy knights! With Shambattle: Knightly Fightly you
can lead your knights to victory over other knights, besiege a castle, combat
monsters and dragons, fend off Vikings and cross swords with Robin Hood!
Knightly Fightly is a game of Medieval warfare. Based on the
classic 1929 game of Toy Soldier battles, Knightly Fightly adds an entire
range of new items, opponents and scenarios.
US $12.00
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Two Great Books in One!
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Western Fans now have a great game for playing with Toy Cowboys and Indians.
Game? try TWO GAMES! Wild West Shambattle is two great
games in one great book. Six-Gun Shambattle is a classic struggle of
the West, where one ranch fends off an opponent's cowboys, gunslingers and
hired hands. It's a real rootin' tootin' Cowboy shoot-`em-up which can be
played in your living room.
Wait - there's more! You also get Tomahawk Shambattle, a game where Indian tribes engage in classic battles with tomahawks and bows. You lead your tribe to against renegade Indians in the old West. And if that is not enough, you can also have battles with Cowboys against Indians! The Wild West comes alive with three great ways to play!
US $12.00
Canada $12 + $2 Shipping = $14
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A Classic is back!In 1964, Bob Bard wrote this excellent text on the events at Gettysburg. His vivid, day-by-day account brings the Battle back to life. He skillfully imparts a feel for the harsh days at Gettysburg. Bard followed up by explaining the uniforms and flags of the combatants, and finally introduced a simple miniature wargame that could be used to replicate the battle. As the premier purveyor to the military miniature hobby, Bard's work was aimed at the military miniature collector and the budding miniature wargamer. We have faithfully reproduced the text and illustrations of "Four Days at Gettysburg". Written during the heyday of the Civil War centennial years, it is a unique little work that deserves a place in the library of every serious Civil War buff and military miniature collector. 35pp with map and illustrations.
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The original version, reprinted after 3/4
of a Century
SHAMBATTLE: How to Play with Toy Soldiers is the original 1929 version of this exciting toy soldier game. This is the book that introduce a unique game to be played with classic toy soldiers. Here is the complete original text accompanied by its original illustrations. Granted, the new revised version is much easier for those who are new to the game. The original version is for those who want to see that game as it was introduced in 1929. SHAMBATTLE: How to Play with Toy Soldiers will be of great interest to wargamers and toy soldier historians. Illustrated. 5.5" by 8.5" format. comb binding so book stays open flat. 80pp. $12.95 (Free media mail postage in the US.)
(This original version is for collectors and wargamers who want to read the original text in its entirety. We recommend the new, revised version, SHAMBATTLE: a Game for Old Fashioned Toy Soldiers for those who actually want to play the game.)
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AT THIS TIME, BOOKS ONLY AVAILABLE FOR SHIPPING WITHIN THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA
REPRINTS OF ORIGINAL MILITARY RESOURCES
Give your favorite history buff the gift of a classic book written by the US Military during World War II These little manuals are a treasure!
Most of these booklets were restricted materials during World War II. They were issued to unit commanders to inform them about the enemy's weapons, tactics and capabilities. Others are reprints of military manuals that illustrate how US forces were expected to confront and defeat the enemy. Now declassified, they have been reprinted. They make an excellent gift for the student of the Second World war.
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| German Armored Forces
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Reprint of a 1941 manual on German armored warfare, drawn from both French after-action reports and translations of German documents. this little book can give you an excellent overview of the workings of the Panzer divisions and their role in the overall strategy | .
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| German Motorized Infantry Regiment (Panzergrenadiers)
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Reprint of the 1942 special bulletin prepared for US officers, this is a translation of the German field manual for mechanized infantry. The focus is on motorized infantry units working as part of the panzer division. The manual covers everything from recon to various attacks. | 9.00
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| German Methods of Warfare in the Libyan Desert
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Reprint of a 1942 manual on methods and tactics employed by the German army, based on experiences in Libya. Includes reports by American and British observers, as well as translated materials from captured German documents. There is a lot of information on German employment of Teller mines. A great look at the Afrika Korp! | 8.00
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Removal of Wounded from
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Reprint of a 1942 bulletin issued to US troops, this one is a copy of British materials on removing casualties from tanks. Includes line drawings of removing a casualty from the driver's compartment a Valentine tank,. as well as other illustrations. Especially useful for diorama makers who specialize in scenarios with World War Two armor. | 6.00
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| The Armored Force: Employment of Armored Units: The Armored Division
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Reprint of a manual issued to U.S. forces in World War II. An overview of the deployment and organization of the United States Armored Division in World War II. Covers everything from Reconnaissance to Radio Nets. | 7.00
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| The Anti-Tank Company of the Infantry Regiment, U.S.
Army
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Reprint of the May, 1941 manual covering the deployment, organization, equipment and other methods of the antitank company attached to infantry regiments. This little book covers an oft-overlooked part of the Army's fighting team. This manual details the method which we used when entering the War. | 7.00
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| The British Capture of Bardia: A Successful Infantry-Tank
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Reprint of the July, 1942 bulletin detailing the battle that took place between December of 1941 and January of 1942. It briefly explains the battle, the battle plan, and what actually occurred. Includes appendices covering the orders issued prior to the attack. | 8.00
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| Japanese Warfare (1942)
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Reprint of a small booklet issued in April of 1942 by the Military Intelligence Service. It includes various details of Japanese operations in China and Malaya. Written before we had much contact with the Japanese Army. | 7.00
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| Morale Building in Foreign Armies
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Reprint of a 1943 intelligence publication that explains the methods used to maintain the social and psychological health of soldiers from five different armies. A look at the social life of World War II era soldiers from Britain, Italy, Japan, Germany and the Soviet Union. Everything from pay and disciplinary measures to recreation and family life. | 9.00
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| Afrika Korps in Action: Development
of German Defensive Tactics in Cyrenacia (North Africa) 1941
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A "must" for fans of the Desert war in North Africa! A first-and look at the Afrika Korps while ti was still a dangerous opponent! This book covers the switch from offensive juggernaut to tenacious defender. | 9.00
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| German Tactical Doctrine 1933 - 1945: Lessons on troop
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These are the actual instructions given to officers at the German War Academy before and during World War II. It covers every imaginable situation with which combat leaders must contend. A truly excellent look into the actual combat workings of German forces from 1933 to 1945. Priceless information for military historians and wargamers! | 10.00
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Whether you're a scale modeler or toy train operator, the hobby is more fun when you get to know real railroads. These softcover books give you insight into railroads backed with superb black and white photography. You don't need to study thick volumes when you have handy books like these to illustrate everything. They have a large format and are packed with unique photos of real trains, railroads and facilities. The photos help you make better scenery and model a more realistic and satisfying model railroad.
For a quick course in railroad sand railroading, they can't be beat! Get yours now!
(Most of these are covered in plastic to protect them.)
Chessie - the Railroad Kitten.
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Chessie, the Railroad Kitten is the story of the logo that made the C&O Railroad memorable. It covers the image and the classic railroad behind it. Loads of unique pictures document the story. A great book for train lovers and cat lovers alike. (Includes some color pics) | $14.00
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Erie Lackawanna East
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This is the pictorial look at the Erie-lackawanna's operations in its Easter Division through New York's Southern Tier into New Jersey. Great black-and white photography is augmented by fact-filled text. 80 pages of classic railroading for the fan of NY and NJ railroading. | $11.00
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Lackawanna Heritage
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A great little book with photos of the Lackawanna in the early days of dieselization. This book photographically documents the years when steam yielded to diesel along the Northeast's powerful coal-hauling railroad. | $11.00
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