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The BMSS Annual Show 2018
The BMSS Annual Show 2018 will be held on Saturday 28 April 2018 at the Church Hall, St. Saviours', St. George’s Square, Lupus Street, Pimlico, London, SW1V 3QW. Put the date in your diaries now, for what promises to be another great event not to be missed! See below for photos of some of the outstanding models seen at the 2017 show. |
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Traders at the 2018 BMSS Annual Show
Traders so far confirmed for the BMSS Annual Show are (in alphabetical order): Ace Miniatures Alex Riches C and T Auctioneers Darkstar Miniatures Elan 13 Harry Kemp Hawk Miniatures Military Art Mitches Military Modelling Name It Redcoat Models S & D Models Sphere Tommy Atkins Tommy's War Also at the Show: Paint 'n' Take - for young visitors. Paint a model soldier (we will show you how) and take away your figure - all free of charge! BMSS branch displays and demonstrations Refreshments available through the day |
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Competition Classes for 2018
(Competitions are open to all, both BMSS members and non-members.)
Class 1: Single foot figures up to 54mm 'standard' size.
Class 2: Single foot figures above 54mm size.
Class 3: Single mounted figures, any scale.
Class 4: Vignettes; two or three figures (any scale) with a common theme, mounted on a common base.
Class 5: Groups and dioramas, open or closed, that is four or more figures with or without associated equipment. Groundwork is expected but is not mandatory.
Class 6: AFVs, soft skins and artillery, any scale, with or without crew. Where a base is used, this is to be simple; elaborate scenes should be entered in Class 5.
Class 7: 'Toy soldiers', any number up to a maximum of thirty. These may be figures sold as toys or their modern equivalent. Figures may be converted and can be presented in any manner.
Class 8: Converted and scratchbuilt figures, any scale. A card describing the work done must accompany each entry.
Class 9: Busts. That part of the figure above the waist which may include arms. Non-military entries are acceptable but no erotica.
Class 10: Non-military pieces, of any type including fantasy figures, but excluding erotica.
Class 11: Junior Class. Entrants must be under 18 on the day of the Show. Entries may be single figures, groups, vehicles, etc. Fantasy and war-game figures may be entered in this class.
Class 12: Special theme competition: ‘Homecoming’. Must contain figures, either single figures or groups of any size, with no restriction on type, scale, or period, but entries must reflect the theme of returning home from war..
Special awards - to be selected from any entry in any of the above classes:
President's Medal
Best Irish model soldier (Sponsored by the Irish Model Soldier Society)
Lynn Sangster Award - an award in remembrance of the late Lynn Sangster, for the best model of a subject from the Napoleonic era.
(Competitions are open to all, both BMSS members and non-members.)
Class 1: Single foot figures up to 54mm 'standard' size.
Class 2: Single foot figures above 54mm size.
Class 3: Single mounted figures, any scale.
Class 4: Vignettes; two or three figures (any scale) with a common theme, mounted on a common base.
Class 5: Groups and dioramas, open or closed, that is four or more figures with or without associated equipment. Groundwork is expected but is not mandatory.
Class 6: AFVs, soft skins and artillery, any scale, with or without crew. Where a base is used, this is to be simple; elaborate scenes should be entered in Class 5.
Class 7: 'Toy soldiers', any number up to a maximum of thirty. These may be figures sold as toys or their modern equivalent. Figures may be converted and can be presented in any manner.
Class 8: Converted and scratchbuilt figures, any scale. A card describing the work done must accompany each entry.
Class 9: Busts. That part of the figure above the waist which may include arms. Non-military entries are acceptable but no erotica.
Class 10: Non-military pieces, of any type including fantasy figures, but excluding erotica.
Class 11: Junior Class. Entrants must be under 18 on the day of the Show. Entries may be single figures, groups, vehicles, etc. Fantasy and war-game figures may be entered in this class.
Class 12: Special theme competition: ‘Homecoming’. Must contain figures, either single figures or groups of any size, with no restriction on type, scale, or period, but entries must reflect the theme of returning home from war..
Special awards - to be selected from any entry in any of the above classes:
President's Medal
Best Irish model soldier (Sponsored by the Irish Model Soldier Society)
Lynn Sangster Award - an award in remembrance of the late Lynn Sangster, for the best model of a subject from the Napoleonic era.
The BMSS Annual Show 2017
The 2017 BMSS Annual Show was held on Saturday 29 April at St Saviour's Church Hall in Pimlico, and it was a great day for model soldier enthusiasts. With a full quota of trade stands, BMSS branch displays, and an outstanding entry of models into the competitions, there was so much for all to enjoy. The BMSS thanks the show organisers, stewards, judges, traders, and everyone who attended and brought models along.
Below are photos of a small selection of the many excellent pieces on display, click any of the images to view the full picture.
The 2017 BMSS Annual Show was held on Saturday 29 April at St Saviour's Church Hall in Pimlico, and it was a great day for model soldier enthusiasts. With a full quota of trade stands, BMSS branch displays, and an outstanding entry of models into the competitions, there was so much for all to enjoy. The BMSS thanks the show organisers, stewards, judges, traders, and everyone who attended and brought models along.
Below are photos of a small selection of the many excellent pieces on display, click any of the images to view the full picture.
Trade Stands
Ace
ADM
W Britain
Elan 13
Hawk Miniatures
Harry Kemp
Joe Lee
Mercator
Mitches Military Models
Redcoat
Alex Riches
S & D
Sphere
Tommy Atkins
Tommy's War
Also:
Paint 'n' Take - for young visitors
BMSS branch displays and demonstrations
Refreshments available through the day
Ace
ADM
W Britain
Elan 13
Hawk Miniatures
Harry Kemp
Joe Lee
Mercator
Mitches Military Models
Redcoat
Alex Riches
S & D
Sphere
Tommy Atkins
Tommy's War
Also:
Paint 'n' Take - for young visitors
BMSS branch displays and demonstrations
Refreshments available through the day
Pictures from the BMSS Annual Show 23rd April 2016
The BMSS Annual Show 2016 was on 23rd April at the Church Hall, St. Saviours', St. George’s Square, Lupus Street, Pimlico SW1V 3QW.
(Click on any image to view the full picture)
The BMSS Annual Show for 2015 has come and gone!
A few pictures of the event:
A few pictures of the event:
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Download from here a full set of class definitions for the 2015 Show:
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