Theo, do you use close order bases for your line Volt.? The scheme appeals to me as I dont paint as fast as I used to. No offense Ramcsearch but I would rather field an additional unit than figures that I may use infrequently. If I read John correctly, his scheme is similar to Theo's only he has based the "required" half Bn as close order and the other half as skirmishers. I think my compromise would be to base half of the Bn as close order 6 figure bases (3x6) and the other half on slpit (half depth) bases of close order order width (6x3). This way the unit will look good when formed in close order and the skirmishers will appear correct when deployed in front of the parent unit. If it looks good I may shorten the bases on the line Volt. that I have already based on extended width bases. My thanks to all who have posted. Where else can you get advice from around the world.
Tony