FAQ's

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What scale are London Bridge's castings?
Our castings are licensed copies of "old" W. Britains soldiers. The scale is 1:32 which is the same as 3/8 of an inch to the foot. Figures of this scale are also called "54 mm" This is the same scale as figures from Imperial, Imrie-Risley, Ron Wall, Steadfast, Trophy Miniatures Wales, "new" Britains, "old" Britains, and many others.

Does London Bridge make molds and castings to special order?
Yes, we do. Click here for details or click here to contact us describing your needs.

What metal is used for London Bridge's castings?
Our casting metal is compounded to our own specifications. It is made from virgin lead, tin and antimony. Its' properties are selected to provide temperature stability up to 450°F (232°C), adequate strength, creep resistance, resistance to aging, and to take the detail from the mold.

Are London Bridge's castings suitable for children?
Our castings are not suitable or made for children.

Are London Bridge's castings solid?
Large figures, such as horses, are cast in two parts, which must be glued together. The two parts then enclose a cavity. The usual single figure is sold. We do not use the Britain's hollowcast process.

Do the wheels turn on London Bridge's vehicles?
Yes, London Bridge's wheels turn.

How can I tell what colors to paint my London Bridge castings?
The best way is to copy an original figure. If you do not have an original Britain's figure or color Picture available, you can buy one of our painted figures to use as a sample. Some suggested paint mixing recipes are given in our Painting Guide. You can also contact us for advice and suggestions.