Add a unique narrative element to your diorama with this 1/35 scale 3D printed figure set. Depicting a rare moment of tranquility amidst the conflict, this pair of German Wehrmacht infantrymen is shown enjoying some downtime by fishing, perfect for a riverbank scene behind the front lines.

• Relaxed "At Ease" Poses: The set features two soldiers in completely non-combat stances. One figure stands triumphantly holding up his catch—a detailed fish—while holding his rod in the other hand. The second figure is seated, patiently holding his fishing line, waiting for a bite.

• Period Uniforms: Both soldiers are dressed in standard Wehrmacht service uniforms, wearing the Feldbluse (field tunic) with breast and hip pockets. They are depicted without heavy combat webbing, emphasizing their "off-duty" status.

• Detailed Accessories: The set includes delicately sculpted fishing rods with reels, capturing the look of improvised or civilian gear used by soldiers to supplement their rations.

• Iconic Headgear & Footwear: Both figures wear the M43 Einheitsfeldmütze (standard field cap with visor) and tall Marschstiefel (jackboots), placing them firmly in the mid-to-late war period.

The Wehrmacht in WWII

The Wehrmacht (Defense Force) was the unified armed forces of Nazi Germany from 1935 to 1945, consisting of the Heer (Army), Kriegsmarine (Navy), and Luftwaffe (Air Force).

• Blitzkrieg Tactics: Early in the war, the Wehrmacht achieved rapid victories across Europe using "Blitzkrieg" (lightning war) tactics, which combined armored spearheads with close air support and motorized infantry.

• Total War: Over the course of the conflict, the Wehrmacht mobilized over 18 million men. They fought on multiple fronts, from the deserts of North Africa to the frozen steppes of the Soviet Union and the hedgerows of Normandy.

• Life Behind the Lines: While often associated with intense combat, the average soldier spent considerable time waiting, traveling, or resting behind the lines. Activities like fishing or hunting were common ways to pass time and improve meager field rations.

The Wehrmacht Soldier and His Gear

The German infantryman's appearance evolved as the war progressed, but certain elements remained iconic.

• The Feldbluse (Field Tunic): The soldiers are wearing the standard wool tunic. By the mid-war period, these were often simplified (e.g., removing pleated pockets) to speed up production. The figures show the four-pocket design typical of the era.

• The M43 Field Cap: Both figures are wearing the Einheitsfeldmütze M43. Introduced in 1943 to replace the side cap (Schiffchen), this peaked cap became the most ubiquitous headgear of the late war, favored for its visor which provided shade and rain protection.

• Marschstiefel (Jackboots): The classic high leather marching boots are visible on both figures. While lace-up ankle boots with gaiters became more common later in the war due to leather shortages, jackboots remained in service throughout the conflict.

• Improvised Gear: Unlike combat scenes where soldiers carry gas mask canisters, bread bags, and entrenching tools, these figures are stripped down to their basics, highlighting a moment where the war is temporarily forgotten.