Ok, so imagine a wind-powered water pump creaking under the weight of the relentless desert breeze, its blades turning slowly as the sun bakes the land. In a Wild West wargame scenario, this water pump could easily become a vital piece of terrain. As water is scarce, controlling the pump could mean life or death for a small frontier settlement. Maybe, in this case, it's the attackers trying to seize control of the pump to cut off the defenders' water supply, forcing them into a desperate fight to the last.

 

In a way, the windmill structure itself offers height and visibility, giving snipers a perfect vantage point to oversee the battlefield. Meanwhile, down below, characters might use the pump's base for cover, dodging between its supports during a frantic shootout. The pump could even be the key objective - if the attackers manage to sabotage it, the defenders' resources dwindle, turning the tide of battle.  

 

In short, a wind-powered water pump, though seemingly humble, often becomes the center of a high-stakes confrontation, where the struggle for survival is just a bit more intense.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Construction:

 

Building this laser-cut Wild West structure is an enjoyable and straightforward process, perfect for both beginners and experienced hobbyists. The kit includes detailed, step-by-step instructions that clearly guide you through each stage of construction, showing the necessary components and the finished result. Minimal glue is required - just a little PVA, wood glue, or stationery glue works well. Using a sharp knife to carefully remove parts from their sprues ensures clean assembly. The easy-to-follow instructions combined with precise laser cuts make for a satisfying build, resulting in a highly detailed and immersive model for your tabletop Wild West town.

There are full, detailed instructions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 Painting:

 

The kit is made from MDF which takes most paints very well.  I have used acrylic hobby paints, finger paints, spray paint even household emulsion.   The Wild West is built of wood and the MDF wood finish looks great right from the start.     

 

 

Compatible Games:

 

My railroad loco and wagons are compatible with most 28mm-32mm-32mm miniature tabletop games including: Zombicide: Undead or Alive, The Rules With No Name, A Fistful Of Dice, Tombstone, American Civil War, Cowboys With Big Hearts, Dust Devils, Tiny Gunslingers, Zorro, Boot Hill, Deadlands, Savage Worlds, GURPS Old West, Gunslingers, Ballad of the Pistolero, Shotguns & Saddles, Wild West Cinema and many others.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Scale:

 

Suitable for 25mm, 28mm, 32mm or 35mm.   So 1:72, 1:64, 1:52th scale 1/72, 1/64, 1/52.

 

Floor scale is 1 inch to 4 feet.  Buildings range in size from 20 feet across to 50 feet.

Materials:

  

Made from 3mm high quality MDF.  Your kit arrives as a set of sheets with all parts attached and link to detailed instructions.

 

Kits often have moving parts like opening doors.

Complete Wild West Town:

 

I have a full set of buildings for a complete town and railroad.