Dobbies Hobbies.

05/21/2026

Now available from Dobbies Hobbies — a growing range of Great War British Tribal-class destroyers!

Originally designed as larger and more heavily armed destroyers for the Royal Navy, the Tribal class combined high speed with powerful gun armament, making them some of the most distinctive destroyers of the First World War era. From North Sea patrols and fleet screening duties to convoy es**rt and aggressive night actions, these ships served across many of the Royal Navy’s major operations during the war.

Included is HMS Zubian, a "Tribal" Class destroyer circa 1917,. She was a composite ship built from the hulls of HMS Zulu and HMS Nubian.

Our Tribal-class destroyers are available in scales ranging from 1:2400 all the way up to 1:700, perfect for fleet actions in *Dread Not!* or for display collections alike.

Available now through the Dobbies Hobbies eBay store:
https://www.ebay.ca/str/dobbieshobbies

05/19/2026

Our supplement for *Dread Not!*, *Guns and Gallantry: World War One Naval Scenarios*, is 40% off today only on Wargame Vault!

*Guns and Gallantry* expands the world of *Dread Not!* with a wide range of historical and narrative-driven World War One naval scenarios. From major fleet engagements and coastal raids to smaller cruiser actions, the supplement is designed to provide varied and atmospheric battles for players of all experience levels.

Whether you’re recreating historical encounters or looking for inspiration for linked campaigns and pickup games, this book adds plenty of new content to your Great War naval tabletop experience. The best part? With minor adjustments these scenarios can be used with many naval wargames!

Available here:
https://www.wargamevault.com/en/product/482724/guns-and-gallantry-world-war-one-naval-scenarios

05/17/2026

Today we’re featuring several Great War German battlecruisers newly available from Dobbies Hobbies!

Included are the SMS Derfflinger as she appeared in 1917 following the Battle of Jutland, alongside the SMS Mackensen. We’ve also added the SMS Hindenburg and SMS Ersatz Yorck—two powerful battlecruisers that were laid down during the war but never completed, ultimately being scrapped after the conflict.

As always, these ships are available in scales ranging from 1:2400 all the way up to 1:700.

Find them now in our eBay store:
https://www.ebay.ca/str/dobbieshobbies

05/16/2026

We’re back! We haven’t posted much lately, but that doesn’t mean we haven’t been busy!

Over the past little while we’ve been working hard readjusting our pricing to better match the current USA tariff situation. It’s still a work in progress, but we’re almost finished and appreciate everyone’s patience during the process.

We’ve also added a large number of new listings to the store! Featured today are several new ships from War Times Journal, including the SMS Braunschweig, SMS Deutschland, SMS Hertha, and the French protected cruiser Châteaurenault.

As always, these are available in scales ranging from 1:2400 all the way up to 1:700. Looking for something even larger? Send us a message and we’ll see what we can do!

Available now from our eBay store:
https://www.ebay.ca/str/dobbieshobbies

04/14/2026

🎙️ And Now for Something a Bit Different… 🎙️

We recently had the chance to join the Barrie Battle Games Podcast for Episode 5: MESBG, Leagues and Lore — and it was a great time all around.

A group of us spent the evening talking about our favourite Games Workshop game, the Middle-earth Strategy Battle Game, diving into leagues, lore, and the hobby in general — along with a bit of discussion on Of Ludas and Lanista as well.

If you’re into MESBG (or just enjoy a good wargaming chat), it’s definitely worth a listen.

Check it out here:

Yes, I make a joke about walking into Mordor in this episode. I can't help it, it's in the contract!

03/31/2026

⚓ Dread Not! — World War One Naval Warfare ⚓

Take command of steel giants and rewrite the battles of the Great War at sea with Dread Not!, available now on Wargame Vault.

From pre-dreadnoughts to full state of the art dreadnoughts, Dread Not! delivers fast-playing, tactically rich naval combat built around the realities of early 20th-century warfare.

🔥 What You’ll Get
Historically grounded ship stat system
Streamlined mechanics for fleet-scale battles
Armour vs. firepower resolution that feels right
Torpedoes, critical hits, and damage control
Scenario-driven gameplay — from coastal raids to full fleet actions

Refight Jutland, recreate lesser-known naval engagements, or build your own campaigns across the North Sea and beyond.

⚓ Designed for the Table
Works across multiple miniature scales (1:1250 to 1:2400 and beyond)
Ideal for both newcomers and veteran naval gamers
Supports everything from small skirmishes to massive fleet battles

📥 Get It Now
Download your copy here:
https://www.wargamevault.com/product/482722/Dread-Not

Build your fleet.
Signal the line ahead.
Open fire.

03/29/2026

⚓ Silent Hunters of Two Wars ⚓

Now available from Dobbies Hobbies — two iconic British submarines spanning both World Wars.

🇬🇧 WW2 T-Class Submarine
The backbone of Royal Navy submarine operations during the Second World War.

🇬🇧 WW1 M-Class Submarine (M1)
One of the most unique submarines ever built.
- Equipped with a 12-inch battleship gun
- Designed for surface strike ambush tactics
- A true experimental weapon of the Great War

Now available in:
1:700
1:1250
1:1800
1:2400

From the experimental ingenuity of WW1 to the deadly efficiency of WW2, these submarines represent the evolution of undersea warfare.

Build your fleet beneath the waves.

03/28/2026

⚓ “I am a Pole.” ⚓

Hunt the Bismarck.

We’re excited to tease the upcoming ORP Piorun, the famed HMS Piorun — a Royal Navy N-class destroyer crewed by the Polish Navy, and one of the most defiant ships of the Second World War.

During the night action against German battleship Bismarck, Piorun closed the distance and boldly signaled: “I am a Pole.”

A declaration of defiance. A challenge. A moment that defined her legacy.

Perfect addition to any WW2 naval collection

This model captures a ship that didn’t just fight — it announced itself.

03/25/2026

⚔️ Of Ludas and Lanista — What’s Next? ⚔️

Hotlead was a massive success for Of Ludas and Lanista.
The pre-sale exceeded expectations — we nearly sold out — and the feedback we received across the weekend was incredibly positive.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by, picked up a set, or took the time to talk through the system with us. It means a great deal.

🏛 So… What Happens Now?

Now, we prepare.

We’re currently working on our second Kickstarter campaign, with Of Ludas and Lanista planned to launch in July. A pre-launch page will be going live soon.

⚔️ Why Back the Kickstarter?

Backing the campaign will give you access to:

- The current range of gladiator miniatures
- New sculpts revealed throughout the campaign
- Additional classes and variants
- New poses for existing gladiator types
-Expanded content tied directly into the rules and campaign system

And if things go well…

There may even be a full arena sculpt in development.

This is just the beginning. The arena is growing — and we’re looking forward to showing you what’s next.

Cheers,
Andrew D
Dobbies Hobbies

03/19/2026

🚨 Last Call for Hotlead! 🚨

Today is your final day to let us know if there’s something specific you’d like us to bring to Hotlead!

We’re heading out early tomorrow — and while we’d love to pack the entire workshop, with nearly 5,000 SKUs that’s just not happening. 😅

If there’s:

- A specific miniature range
- A particular scale
- That one obscure vehicle or ship you’ve been eyeing

Now’s the time to message us.

Reach out today and we’ll do our best to make sure it’s in the vehicle before we roll out.

See you at Hotlead!

03/15/2026

⚓ Check Out Our Growing Range of Ironclads! ⚓

The age of steam and iron is expanding at Dobbies Hobbies.

We’re continuing to build out our Ironclad range, covering the earliest armoured warships that changed naval warfare forever — from European power projection to the American Civil War.

Now available:

- French ironclad Gloire (1860) – The vessel that started the ironclad revolution.
- French ironclad Solférino (1861) – The world’s first purpose-built ironclad battleship.
- HMS Warrior (1860) – Britain’s answer to Gloire and a technological leap forward.
- HMS Minotaur (Minotaur-class ironclad) – Massive, heavily armed, and imposing.
- CSS Stonewall / Japanese ironclad Kōtetsu – A globe-trotting ironclad that served two flags.
- USS Monitor – The turreted icon of the American Civil War.

These ships represent the pivotal shift from wood and sail to armour and heavy guns — perfect for ACW engagements, Franco-Prussian tensions, or early pre-dreadnought what-ifs.

The iron tide is rising.

Build your fleet. Steam to action.