Greggoman Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 Hey guys I was considering getting Bjorn the Fell Handed, I was just wondering what is the current model made out of? And how many parts is it? (Just thinking a pure metal model could be a pain) Thanks, Greggoman Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Growler67 Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 The current release is actually a rerelease of the classic - yep, all metal. You can convert your own with either the ForgeWorld model which is resin and not cheap, or cruising eBay or bits vendors to build one out of various parts from other Chapters or however you "envision" Bjorn to look. The cheapest route would be the AOBR (Assault on Black Reach) Dread which can be found on eBay and just adding wolfy bits or GS to dress it up. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2704655 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fivepointedstar Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 alternete route is get the new Blood Angels Dread for the claws use the easiest front caraspace to GS and add in wolf bitz and walla a Bjorn model with his lightning claw arm. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2704671 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moongob Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 the current "bjorn" model is the old venerable space wolves dreadnought he is all metal with 10 parts : 1 left arm assault canon, 1 right arm dread close weapon with heavy flamer, 1 claw to complete the dread close weapon, 1 front sarcophagus, 1 back, 1 pair of leg, 2 feet's, 1 smoke launcher and 1 banner pole. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705009 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greggoman Posted March 29, 2011 Author Share Posted March 29, 2011 Cheers guys. I might still get it because if I get something I quite like having the real thing, although metal really does annoy me :) unfortunately I think I might need him as I plan to use him for protecting some runepriests and using the twin-lascannon on a nightbringer. Unless you guys can think of an alternative? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705032 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wulfebane Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 I prefer having authentic models too, but while currently owning two old-school Bjorn models, you definitely get the sense of lacking when pairing them next to a GW or FW venerable model. Whatever route you decide on, DeathKnight2000's comment on BA Furioso claws is a great way to go.. those claws are beautiful. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705046 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greggoman Posted March 29, 2011 Author Share Posted March 29, 2011 So are you saying the Bjorn model is quire small in comparison to other venerable dreadnoughts? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705062 Share on other sites More sharing options...
narf Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 the current "bjorn" model is the old venerable space wolves dreadnought he is all metal with 10 parts : 1 left arm assault canon, 1 right arm dread close weapon with heavy flamer, 1 claw to complete the dread close weapon, 1 front sarcophagus, 1 back, 1 pair of leg, 2 feet's, 1 smoke launcher and 1 banner pole. Few more pieces actually 2 feet legs waist swivel thing front sarcophogus shoulder/ rear sargophogus engine stack left arm claw right arm smoke launders (banner pole) (not sure if this is still in the box now) Having said that its a nice chunky model, relativly easy to put together, and yes its smaller, but its offical and you want ole Bjorn to look different :) Ive got 2 in my army, as normal dreads, so shot myself in the foot if i ever need to use bjorn, i'll have to buy the forgeworld dread (which isnt too much different in price in the UK, never mind cheaper if your abroad i think) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705175 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loki-LaughingDeath Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 And suitable for bashing in the skull of any would be mugger once assembled. You need some heavy duty pins and adhesive for that bad boy. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705429 Share on other sites More sharing options...
mitchell93 Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 A lot of people had trouble assembling the dwarf gyrocopter (metal and frigging delicate) and the general answer is to use a soldering iron (sp?), that will probably help you. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705453 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Logain the Ranger Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 And suitable for bashing in the skull of any would be mugger once assembled. You need some heavy duty pins and adhesive for that bad boy. The perfect dreadsock. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705461 Share on other sites More sharing options...
hendrik Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 And suitable for bashing in the skull of any would be mugger once assembled. You need some heavy duty pins and adhesive for that bad boy. The perfect dreadsock. good thinking pup! i was about to say the same! have an ale on me! :) Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705561 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Mage Posted March 29, 2011 Share Posted March 29, 2011 the current "bjorn" model is the old venerable space wolves dreadnought he is all metal with 10 parts : 1 left arm assault canon, 1 right arm dread close weapon with heavy flamer, 1 claw to complete the dread close weapon, 1 front sarcophagus, 1 back, 1 pair of leg, 2 feet's, 1 smoke launcher and 1 banner pole. Funny thing- before it was the 'venerable space wolf dreadnaught' it was just the 'bjorn model'. How we come full circle lol. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2705697 Share on other sites More sharing options...
narf Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 in regards to assembly, to make mine more carry case and game friendly ive done the following Legs attatched to base Swivel, front body, back body, engine housing, smoke launchers glued/pinned into one block, and slots onto legs Left/Right arm separate, used green stuff to tighten join between body and arms This means i can remove weapons when needed, and also leave the legs standing ed209 style once the dread gets destroyed. Also means its easier to transport without ripping out sections of the carry case. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2706138 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loki-LaughingDeath Posted March 30, 2011 Share Posted March 30, 2011 And suitable for bashing in the skull of any would be mugger once assembled. You need some heavy duty pins and adhesive for that bad boy. The perfect dreadsock. good thinking pup! i was about to say the same! have an ale on me! :lol: While I may be new to the forum here, I picked up the Space Wolf army back in 1996. It is rather odd isn't it Grey Mage the way things change the way they stay the same... Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2706801 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Mage Posted March 31, 2011 Share Posted March 31, 2011 Indeed it is- another favorite is how the guns that are hardest for SW players to get always seem to be the most popular... :P Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2707407 Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaveriK Posted March 31, 2011 Share Posted March 31, 2011 man you guys are OLD SCHOOL :P LOL jkjk Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2707441 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greggoman Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 Hey guys I was thinking, I need basically a heavy duty fighter of some sort to protect my grey hunters as I know my friend will pop a necron lord up behind my ranks, I originally thought Bjorn was the man for the job but after looking, for points-wise I think a normal venerable dreadnought would be more effective, its not as good ws and bs wise however when you look at the to hit chart there is only a difference at the lower ws enemies, it'll still be the same against the higher ws enemies. What do you guys think? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2708435 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Mage Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 Givem extra armor, an assault cannon, heavy flamer and maybe saga of majesty. Works a treat. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2708457 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Barn Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 Are the legs on this model any different to the plastic kit legs? I was thinking of getting it, but would really like to change the stance, and i feel plastic ones would be easier. You think it would be possable to swap legs without gimping it? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2708472 Share on other sites More sharing options...
fivepointedstar Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 Honestly the model is not to epic at all I have two I now first hand the pain of a large metal model all the effort in painting it only to have the varnish barrier break and a scratch or chip appear on that shiny pewter metal. The detail on that model even that day and age are mondane at best. not much you could do to "sex-ify" that model. I'd get the plastic BA dread, use the SW pack sprue to add some flair, and pelts, use the blood talon for left dread CCW and use a Assualt cannon from another dread. ( barter someone for the frag cannon, or the force is strong with EBAY) the you could make a lightwieght easily custom dread with poseable legs with a nice sharp knife, and skill. btw one "old school" dread would weigh up to 7 lbs give or take a new plastic multi kit weighs 75% less than a metal one. you do the math when i comes to lugging that crap around. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2708487 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greggoman Posted April 1, 2011 Author Share Posted April 1, 2011 Givem extra armor, an assault cannon, heavy flamer and maybe saga of majesty. Works a treat. I was thinking twin linked lascannon, it'd be good against the night bringer he always uses and his heavy destroyers. What do you think? Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2708503 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Grey Mage Posted April 1, 2011 Share Posted April 1, 2011 Well heres my deal- the nighbringer has a 4++, and T8, so I think its a horrible idea to shoot at him with anything but massed firepower. A single TLLC isnt going to get the job done. The Assault cannon will wound on a 3+ vs the heavy destroyers, and with 4 shots at BS 5 youll get plenty of firepower and a good chance at rending/failed saves. The lascannon is only S9, so you wont insta-kill, and so the destroyers will get their WBB save- if he uses more than one, Id suggest multiple shots. If he just uses one, then the lascannon aint a bad idea at all, just expensive. Hrmm... indeed. Its probly a great idea. I dont usually take it because my opponents tend to run units of 3 basic destroyers, so the multiple shots is better for me. Heavy Destroyers tend to work in smaller numbers to maximise firepower, and thatd make this weapon much more appealing. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/225910-bjorn-the-fell-handed/#findComment-2708520 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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