McEwan Miniatures

A review in The Space Gamer states that McEwan Miniatures was founded in 1975 (although it is likely earlier than this) and the owners as John McEwan and Alan Yorgason. Their earliest figures were produced in a homemade spin caster which held single cavity RTV molds. They were the publisher of one of the earliest science fiction miniature games called Starguard and they produced a line of 1/72 scale (25mm to the top of the head on humans) lead figures to support it. John McEwan was the owner, sculptor, and head designer of the company. Reviresco's current ranges include some McEwan Miniatures era figures: these can be found at tin-soldier.com.

Addresses

• McEwan Miniatures, 840 W. 17th So., Salt Lake City, Utah 84104, USA.

History

• 1972 Possible Formation
• 1974 Publication of Starguard rules.
• 1990 (abt.) Company changed name to Reviresco Products.

Reviews

"Buys outside designs. Sells by mail; catalog available. McEwan sells over 400 science fiction, fan tasy and historical figures. Miniatuies are typically sold with their hands empty and weapons separate. This allows easy customization. Until recently, McEwan ‘'25mm" figures actually were 25 mm. They were inexpensive, but looked rather spindly in comparison with the other brands. Recently, McEwan has start¬ ed producing "25mm” figures that are 28 mm. The company charges $3.00 for a pack of five. McEwan’s spaceship miniatures were reviewed in TSG 21. " The Space Gamer #34

References

• [1], The Space Gamer 34, Dec 1980, pages: 14-15, "Metal: The British Are Coming (Citadel U.S.)"