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Mikey Blake

@mikeytheeagle.bsky.social

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Wargamer and History enthusiast. Current project - "Snow in September 44" Arnhem 1944

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Nov 11

Hi all! Thought I'd come over to Bluesky and it seems like a nicer place already. I started my Arnhem project last year and thought I'd document the journey on here properly. I'll be adding pics and updates on the project aswell as any other random hobby stuff that comes up. 😅🍻

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · 4d

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · 4d

Smooth mate, real smooth!

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Paul Hicks @hicksy.bsky.social · 7d

KAMPGRUPPE ARNHEM 'HICKSTARTER'.
The 'Hickstarter' is not far away. We have moulded the last figures and ready to push the button.

Panzerschreck team preview. Still a lot more to show you! Stay tuned.

#chainofcommand #boltaction #28mmww2

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · 24d

Chuffed mate!

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · 24d

The Polstens are made! Onto the next stage! #Arnhem #WW2 #Chainofcommand #Boltaction

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · 24d

Another jeep for the Arnhem project!
#Arnhem #WW2 ##ChainofCommand #Boltaction

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Sep 10

Aid post vignette is process too

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Sep 10

At the price of one thumb tonight from the pin vice.... I small vignette of surrendering British airborne forces in the works @hicksy.bsky.social #Arnhem #WW2 #chainofcommand #Boltaction

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Sep 8

I hope it doesn't change too much. Its been my absolute daily go to since 2009

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Sep 7

Back to the workbench tomorrow! 2 x Empress Polsten guns which are fantastic!

@hicksy.bsky.social the crew are superb! 🤩 #WW2 #Boltaction #Chainofcommand #Arnhem

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Sep 6

I saw you chatting today aswell and didnt want to interrupt! Im really impressed at the Normandy ruins! Im sure you'll add your magical touches to it and blow our minds haha!

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Sep 6

#Colours2025 Me and the bros loot! Was great to see so many old mates today! Look forward to seeing you all for a game one day!

@debrisofwar
@imperatormodels
@beowulfminiatures
@warbases.bsky.social
@CharlieFoxTrot
@EmpressMiniatures

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Aug 27

How have I only just seen this 🤩

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Aug 14

Big hugs mate!

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jul 30

Add it to the list 💪 @sabotag3d.bsky.social

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jul 20

You and Paul E when the KS kicks off 😅

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jul 20

2 masters of their work... You and Ian that is.... and the crew of the Polsten 😅

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jul 20

Okay! Im a "little" too tempted now Paul! 😍

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jul 19

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jul 19

My 2nd place prize from @toofatlardies.bsky.social and they've very kindly thrown in some lovely gifts to go with @roundwoodsworld.bsky.social collector's signed pics!

Can't recommend the Patreon enough!

#toofatlardies #wargaming #spreadthelard

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jun 24

@sabotag3d.bsky.social Has only gone and smashed it! The details are fantastic on all these resin prints! Completely chuffed! Next order in the works Paul 🤪 #Arnhem #ChainofCommand #Spreadthelard

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jun 22

Normandy 2025 complete! What a fantastic weekend! #Normandy #DDay

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jun 15

🤣🤣🤣

Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jun 15

@lordraglan.bsky.social Hate to be the bearer of bad news mate but... This shirts dangerous 🥵🤣. Matt Slade should sell these with a warning!
#spreadthelard #chainofcommand @toofatlardies.bsky.social

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Mikey Blake @mikeytheeagle.bsky.social · Jun 10

Best wishes to you Rich!