Guards Band and Guards Colour Party

Airfix, 1/76 scale

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Airfix has sent the following text and images for two re-issued figure sets, just released:

Vintage Classics – NOW AVAILABLE

A00701V Guards Band

Originally tooled in 1959, with its pack illustration created by Airfix artist, Brian Knight in 1968. The A00701V Guards Band is now available within the Vintage Classic range!

After many years of the tools rest, the Guards Band in 1:76 scale marches back into the Airfix range, delivering nostalgia like no other. The kit contains 44 unpainted figures, moulded in red plastic.

 
On state ceremonial occasions, the impressive sight of the massed ranks of the Foot Guards of the Household Division is made all the more emotive by the Guards Bands blasting out a succession of rousing military marches and popular tunes. These events fill onlookers with an intense sense of pride and are always performed with exceptional military precision.

 
A00702V Guards Colour Party

Originally tooled in 1959, with its pack illustration created by Airfix artist, Brian Knight in 1968. The A00702V Guards Colour Party is now available within the Vintage Classic range!

Introducing another nostalgic addition to the Airfix Vintage Classic range: the Guards Colour Party in 1:76 scale, waving its colours proudly. Reminiscent of the beloved kit, this set features 40 unpainted figures, and 2 guard huts, moulded in red plastic.

When it comes to the pageantry of ceremonial occasions, nobody does it quite like the British military. A familiar sight to millions of people the world over, this display of formal excellence is steeped in military tradition. Elite troops were assigned to protect their flag, or colours, as they represented the honour and traditions of those serving past and present.

Thanks to Airfix for the information and images.