Pinkerton agents

In 1855, Allan Pinkerton created the North-Western Police Agency, later known as the Pinkerton Agency. From humble beginnings in Chicago, it was to become the largest private law enforcement organization in the world. 

In 1862, Pinkerton was hired as Lincoln's bodyguard. He broke up a scheme to assassinate the President on the way to his inauguration. By the end of the Civil War, the agency's reputation was well-established. The railroads and post office became two of Pinkerton's most lucrative clients. His agents gained a reputation for toughness, thoroughness and professionalism. They kept files on suspects and were credited with creating the first rogue's gallery, using photographs to identify criminals. Agents kept case journals and documentation, cracking cases through research, undercover work and surveillance.

Pinkertons were hired to track outlaws like Jesse James, the Reno Gang, the Dalton Gang, and Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. They were also hired for more mundane tasks such as transporting money and high quality merchandise between cities and towns. As a result, Pinkerton agents were well armed and well paid. 

These agents will be used as a faction in Dead Man's Hand.  Pinkertons get a better than average "nerve" score in the game and their activation cards reflect their ability to relentlessly pursue and get their man.   

You best finish our basing, painter man!

I went for a darker look with the dusters to hint at moral ambiguity. Uniform dusters give them an orderly, professional look, I think. The only downside to this bunch was the flatness of the dusters.  That made them a bit of challenge to bring to life and my subtle triad didn't help.

Below is a picture of the Mr. Pinkerton and two of his agents.  They do look dead serious and well-armed. As good as he is with a gun, I'd advise against asking him to give you a headcount on the Army of Northern Virginia.