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Howdy! The time has come that I figured I should make a WIP thread. I've been working on this build for a few months now, just never got around to posting anything up about it. I am very short, so I didn't think there was any way I would ever be fitting a full sized kit onto myself. I've seen some other smaller people have success, but I just didn't believe it was for me. I have a FO tie pilot, and while it does fit me relatively well when all is said and done, the chest is still too big and I had to print myself scaled down forearms and shoulders. Considering how similar that armor is to the FOTK, I was and still am doubtful that I could get an ABS kit to work for me. Not that I need to justify why I'm printing a kit, I just like to overexplain. I started off using these files at the suggestion of one of my GMLs: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1089257123/first-order-stormtrooper-3d-print-file?ref=yr_purchases I did realize quickly that the shape of the belt boxes is off. They're weirdly rounded, so I instead opted to use these, which are more accurate and also a sturdier model: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1218969215/fotk-belt-boxes-3d-model-stormtrooper?ref=yr_purchases Everything is printed at around 88%, making me into a 22/25 scale figure! Prints were done by me, fuzzma, and another costuming friend. I just jumped into printing and sanding, so here's a bunch of photos with captions. There's not much to be seen other than lots of sanding and painting. I started this project at the start of August, so these are from the past few months! I bought some gloves off a garrison mate, so here's a sizing test with the handplates Some printed bits before I got the one piece ab printed off Yay, one piece ab! Got my boots, from Keep Trooping Sanded and primed Test fit! The first version of the shins were too small to fit around the boot. I kept the height at 88% and increased the x/y to 91% Sanding work, also the first time I used an electric sander. I'm not sure if I like it Primed and awaiting final paint Test fit! Gasket test. More on making the gaskets later Bunch of glossy stuff Backplate/yoke sizing test Comparison with my tie chest. It's not a huge difference, but every bit helps! More test fits Using poly filler on the seams White paint comparison to ABS. It's the Behr gloss white 2k session! Painted some stuff while making TIE repairs Yet another test fit Everything printed ? Most recent test fit, as of today!

Hi I have been looking at doing some storm trooper armor for my first if I don’t do a death trooper (I’ve heard it’s a bit complex) and am primarily looking at either RS props or Denuo Novo. I’m wondering what the Denuo set falls under. They just have it listed as “classic” without any ANH or ESB classification. I’d like to eventually aim for centurion level cause I’m a perfectionist so I just want to get as much info as I can before I get a kit. Thanks all, looking forward to getting something built

Ox Props on Etsy, long time supplier of 3D files, OT and RO https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/OxProps

Looking forward to your build post. There is a wealth of knowledge here on how to help. The good news with all the SDS modifications is that you'll become very knowledgeable about the look of a TK after all the adjustments are made

There’s also a Phasma FB group that I got useful tips and tricks from. https://m.facebook.com/groups/captainphasma/?ref=share But do look at the build threads here on Whitearmor and I would also recommend looking at First Order trooper build threads since a lot of the armor pieces are similar and that can help with the overall construction. Have you decided whether you’re going for a TFA or TLJ version?

Welcome Adam. Looking forward to seeing your build

Welcome to FISD Adam! As you can see, we have loads of members eager and ready to assist you in as many ways as possible.

For anyone following this thread I have gotten basic approval on my suit and at the moment aiming for Expert and Centurion. Also a big thank you to everyone that have contributed with input and good ideas during my build! You and this community are priceless ? A special warm thank you goes to my supporting mentor and fellow Swedish Garrison TK @Nairy

Thank you so much! I will definitely post my progress as it goes along!