Henimann Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 Hey everyone, Just got back into 40k since the end of 3rd/beginning of 4th editions, and after diving into my bits box, I've been looking to convert my Cadians. Ordered some heads from Victoria Miniatures and Mad Robot, would appreciate commentary on how they look on some spare Cadian torsos I had lying around. Will eventually be converting my troops up, with one of these two head options and Catachan legs, if I can find more Catachan legs online. Thoughts on which to pick? PS - If anyone knows where I can order Catachan bits online, I'd appreciate it! Arcadian Head - Victoria Miniatures Colonial Infantry head - Mad Robot Miniatures walter h, Mithrilforge and duz_ 3 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/ Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mithrilforge Posted August 24, 2017 Share Posted August 24, 2017 LOL i was actually looking up both companies yesterday for some alternate heads for my imperial navy guard squads... the vic mini's arcadian's are sweet aren't they and very good scale wise... use vic's on all your troops although mad robot heads are chock full of character...use both but save the mad robot for specialists and officers maybe cheers, Mithril p.s. i feel your pain with your mini's , i'm stripping some at the moment too some of that base paint never want's to come off !!! good luck with your army and welcome back to 40k walter h 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4867572 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Otto von Bludd Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 Try Anvil Industries, great prices, huge selection, perfect scale and the quality is phenomenal. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4867649 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shamansky Posted August 25, 2017 Share Posted August 25, 2017 One little thingy to be noted. Old Catachan legs (not from comsquad or HWT) and Cadian torsos both have belts on them. So it will lead to double belted waist. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4867707 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henimann Posted August 25, 2017 Author Share Posted August 25, 2017 (edited) Thanks for the suggestions everyone! I really like both, especially compared to the ugly stock cadian helmets. Been a bit of a tossup, to be sure. I feel like the Victoria heads might be a bit smaller scale-wise, especially compared to stock GW heads? Was planning on using bare heads from the Cadian sprue mixed in with the aftermarket ones with helmets. @Shamansky - Yeah, those that I have I've been filing down the belt so that it just looks like a utility belt (cue Batman theme...) @Mithril - I've already gone through two jugs of Simple Green...if you think these are bad, I should show you one of my old Sentinels. I swear, the thing has four layers on it. Twelve year old me didn't understand thin coats lol. @von Bludd - I have! Just ordered some fatigue legs from them to use in lieu of Catachan legs if I cant find more. Anyone have suggestions where to find the old catachan legs? Tried ebay but no dice... Edited August 25, 2017 by Henimann Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4867926 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mithrilforge Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 @Henimann - what about Vic Mini's Combat legs?...that is if you cannot locate any catachan legs also if your From the U.S. you should def use "Super Clean" (the purple container) its supposed to be far superior to simple green...if i didn't have to pay to import here in Australia (makes it not worthwhile $$ wise) i would be using that instead!!!. cheers, Mithril duz_ 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4870033 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henimann Posted August 28, 2017 Author Share Posted August 28, 2017 I have ordered legs from Anvil, Victoria, and Mad Robot, to try out each. Should all be in within a week or two! Kinda bummed about the Catachan legs, though - was hoping to keep non-GW parts to a minimum so I could keep this army tournament-legal. If anyone comes across where I can buy them in bulk, let me know! duz_ 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4870349 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mithrilforge Posted August 28, 2017 Share Posted August 28, 2017 will keep my eyes peeled for you ..... good luck with the army. Mithril Henimann 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4870866 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mithrilforge Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 (edited) i was going to add that you can get the Catachan Command squad from GW webstore ...but it only has 2 sets of legs (1x standing ,1x Kneeling) and the rest are attached to torso's and then i realized how expensive that would be to actually do... iv'e been looking in our local gaming forum for any legs for sale,do you have a local gaming community near you?... Mithril p.s. my victoria mini's cap heads arrived already!, very nice indeed...had a bit of flash to clean off though,I'm not used to flash as i generally get Anvil Industries heads and they are super clean(i don't honestly know how they manage that super crisp quality with 0 flash ) Edited August 31, 2017 by mithrilforge duz_ 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4872965 Share on other sites More sharing options...
steellegionnaire85 Posted August 31, 2017 Share Posted August 31, 2017 I think I have a few in my bits box I would be willing to donate. I will check and let you know Henimann 1 Back to top Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4873059 Share on other sites More sharing options...
Henimann Posted August 31, 2017 Author Share Posted August 31, 2017 @ MIthril: Glad you like your cap heads! Vic parts tend to be very well done, and the flash comes off even with your fingernail, so don't freak if they're "hairy". Hope you enjoy using them! @ Steellegionnaire: Shoot me a PM if you find any you'd be willing to trade! Thanks for all the replies everyone - anyone else have an opinion on the heads? Still can't make up my mind. Link to comment https://bolterandchainsword.com/topic/338595-head-swap-options/#findComment-4873527 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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