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As a slight variation on my assassin project I decided to paint two dreadnoughts this week, one is a modern dreadnought from the Assault on Black Reach Boxset whist the other is a classic Rogue Trader model that was released way back in 1988 (29 years ago!)

I had actually basecoated both of these models some years ago but then abandoned them as other projects fought their way onto my paint station; So this gave me the opportunity to finally finish these miniatures off!



I painted the 1989 dreadnought to fit in with my classic Salamanders army of Rogue Trader era marines and used a painting style that was consistent with the predominant techniques of that period. As such it is a nice clean paint job with bright colours and freehand symbology.



Meanwhile I painted the modern dreadnought to join my ever-growing force of contemporary Crimson Fists. I used a more current painting style for this model and went for a grittier more weathered look to the mini. I wanted to give the impression of a war machine that has been on campaign for some time.



Overall these models are very different beasts, but they were both great fun to paint and the differing styles meant I never ended up getting bored during my paint sessions. I'm looking forward to getting them both on the battlefield to face off against each other soon.

I have included a lot more photos and a more in depth article on my blog at: https://classicastartes.blogspot.co.uk/2017/04/rogue-trader-dreadnought-vs-modern.html

I'm never complaining about the Fridge-naught again.

Both are extremely lovely models.

Hahaha! Yeah the old staff was a tad more... Basic!!


Cheers mate

Love seeing this old stuff compared to new.

Stay tuned to my blog then; I've got a few more old vs new projects up my sleeve!

Terrific work! I love seeing the old metal models and RT stuff.

How did you paint the bases? they look good.

Wow i totally forgot about the original dreadnought, it's sooo bad...but you did a good job.

Thanks guys! Yeah the RT dreadnought is an acquired taste

Bases were a drybrush of Eshin Grey followed by a drybrush of terminators us stone. Rims were painted abandon black

Great idea, old vs new.
It's not always so obvious which you might like better. Sometimes its nostalgia or just a timelessly awesome miniature. Or Sometimes a new Sculpt gives a fresh take on a previously disappointing classic.

I just had a similar experience with some old goblins. Nice bright colours on some very simple old lead miniatures that just shine out among the other bland gritty new goblins with so much character and charm.

So true; I paint quite a lot of old models and it makes me realise that a lot of my memories may be seen through rose tinted glasses... that being said I still generally prefer the old classics as I just like the aesthetic!