Master Box 35197 American Civil War: At the Ready. Brigadier General Bufford’s Union Cavalry, July 1863 1/35

Master Box 35197 American Civil War: At the Ready. Brigadier General Bufford’s Union Cavalry, Company Quartermaster Sergeant, Army of the Potomac, Gettysburg (Williamsport, Maryland), July 1863 is a high-quality plastic scale model kit in 1/35 scale, produced by the renowned company Master Box LTD. The set depicts a Union cavalryman – a regimental quartermaster sergeant from the cavalry regiment commanded by Brigadier General John Buford, fighting during the famous Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863.

This historical model captures with remarkable attention to detail the figure of a soldier from the era of the American Civil War (1861–1865), specifically Union battalions that played a crucial role during the opening days of the Battle of Gettysburg. The single figure represents a Company Quartermaster Sergeant in a realistic, dynamic pose typical of soldiers "At the Ready" – prepared for battle or awaiting orders.

• Scale: 1/35 – ideal for dioramas and historical model collections.
• Country of use: United States of America – Union Army.
• Historical period: American Civil War, Battle of Gettysburg – July 1863.
• Location of use: United States, especially Pennsylvania and Maryland.
• Material: High-quality plastic (standard modeling polystyrene).
• Category: Plastic model kit – historical figures.
• Contents: The kit includes parts to assemble and paint one soldier figure with detailed equipment – from uniform, through weapons, to realistic facial and hand details.
• Add-ons: Does not include photo-etched parts or metal accessories – intended for classic plastic modeling.

This model is recommended for intermediate and experienced modelers interested in precise historical dioramas and battle reenactments. The build difficulty level is rated at 3 out of 5 – requiring basic manual skills and experience in figure assembly and painting, especially to achieve appealing historical details.

This set is an excellent choice for fans of historical modeling, enthusiasts of American history, and collectors recreating scenes from the Civil War – especially those looking to faithfully depict the famous Battle of Gettysburg in July 1863. The model can be a standalone piece in a collection or a complement to a larger battle diorama.