The figure is to be sculptured by the renowned military figure specialists, Peter Hicks Associates in Devizes, Wiltshire. Their experts photographed and measured the recently repaired ‘RLI Troopie’ in great detail. The resultant commission will stand 8 inches high and is to be mounted on a round wooden plinth bearing the RLI regimental cap badge – there is the option for other inscriptions on the base if subscribers should so wish.

Commemorating the fallen of the RLI, this all-new ‘RLI Troopie’ will be an emotive and powerful work. Conceived by Lt. Colonel Derry MacIntyre when he commanded 1 RLI in 1970, the 30 Degrees South UK figure will accurately capture the spirit and posture of the original – a tested ‘RLI Troopie’ at rest – and what’s more, a proportion of each figure sold will be donated to the RLI Association. As Chairman Martyn Hudson commented; “We’re delighted to be working with 30 Degrees South UK on this unique venture which commemorates the ‘RLI Troopie’ and will also raise valuable funds for the Association”

For 30 Degrees South UK, Steve Crump; “With the expertise of Peter Hicks Associates – suppliers to military Messes and Associations across the UK – a special and incomparable figure will be produced. We are eternally grateful to the RLI Association for the rights to produce to the ‘RLI Troopie’. I am sure it will be warmly received. This is an exciting development for us. We are hoping to continue with other releases which will depict the Rhodesian African Rifles, the Rhodesian SAS and of course, the Selous Scouts”.

A commemorative certificate is to be included with each ‘RLI Troopie’ and this is to be signed by the Chair of the RLI Association.

Pre-registration is essential and a must. This is a limited edition of just 60 figures worldwide. Prices are yet to be finalised but we are expecting to release the ‘RLI Troopie’ at approximately £125.

To pre-order your ‘RLI Troopie’, email: steve@30degreessouth.co.uk