Bicorne Miniatures are suppliers of quality metal miniatures for the discerning wargamer and collector. Incorporating the old Connoisseur and FLM figures.

The history of Bicorne miniatures dates back to the early 1980's when it was originally owned by Frank Hinchclife. It subsequently passed ownership a few times through people such as Robert Fort and Brian Holland. Andrew Barrett bought the company in November 1999. He also brought together a number of companies such as Firing Line and Connoisseur amalgamating them into one company bringing them back to the United Kingdom.

Andrew developed a few new ranges such as the English Civil War 28mm which were some if not the best figures on the market and acclaimed by those who made reviews in the wargame world. Behind the scenes he and friend Simon over the last three years sorted and developed many other new additions to the collection which were never made available to the public.

Andrew has now sold the business to myself and remains along with Simon my very good friend. Rest assured it is my intention to carry on the legacy of Bicorne Miniatures and produce a number of new ranges to add to those already in existence. Quality and value for money will remain the priorities in the production process. Bicorne Miniatures is open for business as usual via the website. Should you have any questions or even possible suggestions of what you as a customer would like to see Bicorne Miniatures achieve then please feel free to contact us via the website.

I look forward to the custodianship of this outstanding collection and enhancing it over time. At the same time remembering it is only a business because you the customer make it possible. So watch this space and I will bring out new figures and ranges as fast as possible.

Gripping Beast produce high quality 28mm Metal and Plastic Miniatures for painting and playing, from different eras which include Vikings, Saxons, Saga and from the first crusade.

Gripping Beast was founded in 1996. The company currently based at Beast Towers in Evesham. Far from the traditional “lead belt” of miniature companies in and around the Nottingham area.

At Gripping Beast we cover a wide range of historical periods. Ranging from the Wars of the Diadochi, to the Crusades and even the Gallipoli Campaign of the First World War. As we only produce miniature ranges that interest us. We are able to ensure that we get high quality. Historically accurate and complete ranges that we are proud to sell and that our customers can buy into with confidence.

As one of our major loves is the Viking Age (just look at the range of figures & accessories we do for the period!). We are especially proud to be working with our good friends at Studio Tomahawk as the producer of the official SAGA miniatures range.

We are keen supporters of the hobby side of things. As well as supporting tournaments and campaign days around the world. Including SAGA Melee events. If interested in attending, keep an eye on our Facebook page, as places go fast!

Our 28mm ranges cover the periods of the

Hundred Years War

Wars of the Roses

War of the Spanish Succession

Late 17th Century

Jacobite Rebellion

French Indian wars

Seven Years War

American War of Independence

Napoleonic.

Wars of the Diadochi

Crusades

First World War

Vikings

Gripping Beast Ltd is very pleased to announce its acquisition of the ranges designed and manufactured Front Rank Figurines.