Hawk Miniatures produces a range of fine-scale model figure kits and bust kits designed by a modeller for the modeller to build, customise, and paint.
Hawk Miniatures model kit range represents military subjects from the British and Empire forces from many periods in history and conflicts. Such as
American War of Independence (1775 to 1783)
Napoleonic Wars and Battle of Waterloo (1803 to 1815)
Crimean War (1853 to 1856)
Victoria's Wars (1837 to 1902)
We aim to offer a truly representative range that reflects all the armed forces, whether they are from the Army, Navy or Royal Airforce, of the time and where possible Hawk Miniatures like to represent specific people to highlight their heroic endeavours, bravery awards and historical events.
This 100mm fine-scale resin figure depicts a Trooper of the 1st Life Guards at Waterloo in 1815 — one of the Household Cavalry regiments whose charge helped break the French assault. Sculpted by David F Grieve, it captures the imposing full-dress splendour of Britain’s heavy cavalry.
Cast in high-quality resin and supplied unassembled and unpainted; any groundwork shown is not included. Not suitable for children under 12.
Painting this figure
Polished cuirass, plumed helmet and scarlet coat make a bold, high-contrast paint — our Kolinsky sable brushes handle the detail while a dry brush brings up the metalwork.
Scale: 100mm · Material: resin · Sculptor: David F Grieve · Supplied unmade & unpainted.
The victor of Waterloo in commanding form: this 1/9th fine-scale resin bust portrays Arthur Wellesley, 1st Duke of Wellington. Sculpted by David F Grieve, the bust captures the famous profile and understated authority of Britain’s greatest soldier — a definitive character study for any Napoleonic collection.
Cast in high-quality resin and supplied unassembled and unpainted; any groundwork shown is not included. Not suitable for children under 12.
Painting this bust
A restrained uniform puts all the emphasis on the face — the ultimate test of skin tones and portraiture, and exactly where a fine Kolinsky sable brush proves its worth. Pair him with Field Marshal von Blücher and Napoleon from our model busts.
Scale: 1/9th · Material: resin · Sculptor: David F Grieve · Supplied unmade & unpainted.
The man who gave the age its name: this 1/9th fine-scale resin bust portrays Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. Sculpted by David F Grieve, it captures the instantly recognisable features and bicorne of the French Emperor — the definitive character bust for any Napoleonic collection, and a natural pairing with our Wellington and Blücher busts.
Cast in high-quality resin and supplied unassembled and unpainted; any groundwork shown is not included. Not suitable for children under 12.
Painting this bust
The famous grey overcoat over a green colonel’s uniform is a subtle, satisfying paint that rewards careful skin tones and a strong likeness — territory for our Kolinsky sable brushes. See the full model busts range.
Scale: 1/9th · Material: resin · Sculptor: David F Grieve · Supplied unmade & unpainted.
The Prussian commander whose arrival sealed the day at Waterloo: this 1/9th fine-scale resin bust depicts Field Marshal Gebhard von Blücher. Sculpted by David F Grieve as a multi-part bust kit, it captures the fierce character of “ Marshal Forwards” — a fine companion to our Wellington and Napoleon busts.
Cast in high-quality resin and supplied unassembled and unpainted; any groundwork shown is not included. Not suitable for children under 12.
Painting this bust
A weathered veteran’s face and a dark, decoration-heavy uniform make Blücher a rewarding contrast study — ideal for our Kolinsky sable brushes. Complete the trio in our model busts range.
Scale: 1/9th · Material: resin · Sculptor: David F Grieve · Supplied unmade & unpainted.
A superb study in Napoleonic finery: this 1/12th fine-scale resin bust depicts a Sergeant of the 15th (King’s) Hussars in full dress uniform, circa 1805. Sculpted by David F Grieve, the bust showcases the braid, lace, pelisse and busby that make British light cavalry among the most rewarding of all subjects to paint.
Cast in high-quality resin and supplied unassembled and unpainted; any groundwork shown is not included. Not suitable for children under 12. Prefer the whole figure? See the matching 150mm full figure.
