W. Britain Model Figures and Toy Soldiers 20207 Zulu Swinging Knobkerrie. The knobkerrie, or iwisa club, was a significant weapon to the Zulu warrior and as simple as it seems, it required extra practice and strength to wield effectively. The club is, after all, an uncomplicated weapon, but the iwisa actually required expert craftsmanship to create. Made from a specific tree, olea capensis, the so called ironwood tree (the world's heaviest and hardest wood) the real secret was in the finish. The tree's sap was applied to the freshly carved stick acting as a glue, ensuring durability as well as heft, and with a surprisingly beautiful varnished finish. Usually the sap would dry after one or two months, but at times would take up to a year to set. Once cured, the stick would become a deadly knobkerrie. Matte finish 1/30th scale 54mm. W. Britain's Zulu War metal toy soldiers, figures and diorama supplies are the premiere matte finish choice for collectors and diorama builders. You'll find the historical Battle of Rourke's Drift well represented in individual foot figures from the British, Natal, and Zulu forces, artillery, personalities, dramatic multi-figure vignettes, and diorama accessories and supplies. Shop our extensive collection of W. Britain's Zulu War figures here.
W Britain Model Figures and Toy Soldiers 20206 Zulu Attacking. King Shaka revolutionized the way the Zulu fought insuring Zululand's military might and his political power. Prior to his reign,...
W. Britain Model Figures and Toy Soldiers 20205 Zulu Chanting. Before engaging the enemy a battle chant is commonly employed with its purpose twofold. To arouse aggression and esprit de corps amongst...
W. Britain Model Figures and Toy Soldiers 20208 Zulu Waiting to Advance. The Zulu who advanced on the mission station at Rorke's Drift had been spoiling for a fight. They had been waiting in reserve...
W. Britain Model Figures and Toy Soldiers 20097 Zulu Warrior Casualty No.1. The principle Zulu fighting style was to engage the enemy at close-quarters with their spears. A massive frontal attack...
W Britain Model Figures and Toy Soldiers 20204 Zulu Chief Signaling, 1879. Zulu command structure was set up into hierarchical divisions just like any army, modern or ancient. An iNduna was a tribal...
