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  2. ABS vs PVC RS Prop master Armor Yellowing and other Questions

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

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    I also have a RS PVC armor, and Just like Scott, I love it!

    Like the Stormtroopers in the movies I always thought they were bright white when seen on screen , so it gives me the great Stormtrooper vibes seeing it and wearing it.

    I also have a Troopermaster ABS which is creamy.  Hard to believe that this was the right colour for screenacurate armor, but is also awesome!

    My favourite is the bright white PVC RS one because of the looks of it and the fact that PVC is more resistant against yellowing. It's a personal thing I guess which one will suits you best! 

     

  9. Rs props esb helmet on ebay

    in eBay Armor

    Posted · Edited by Darthmarses

    It is RS, but probably a kit put together by the seller or someone else.

    There's a gap between the faceplate and brow, and the ears aren't as tight as RS would do themselves. The tubestripes of a ESB helmet are decals which can maybe repositioned.

    It's hard to tell if the mesh in the mictips are really missing, but that would be odd...

    The helmet would need some work but at the right price and if you have the skills, you can end up with a nice helmet.

     

    I think the best comparrison is with RS itself: https://www.rspropmasters.com/store/stormtrooper/stormtrooper-helmets/stormtrooper-stunt-helmet-empire-strikes-back/

     

     

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  14. RSprop - ANH Stunt full commision - PVC - Modify questions.

    in ANH Build Threads

    Posted · Edited by Darthmarses

    Hi Dennis,

     

    A future Garrison brother here of Dutch Garrison! 

    At first my condolences with the loss of your father. Sad to hear he will never got to see you in full Stormtrooper armor. 

    But we can help you out here to make him proud!

     

     I have a RS Propmasters PVC commission myself for 2 years now,  but never had an issue with it after wearing it several times.

    I'm not sure what glue they use, but I would advice you to get in contact with the costumer service of RS and let them know abouth your problem.

    They are very kind and 'I'm quite sure they are going to help you out with this one. I know you want to repair it yourself, but the armor commission didn't come cheap....and trooping is mostly on hold so enough time for repair.

     

    The material behind  the teeth most troopers use is called mesh. I use screenmesh  (raam hor in Dutch) in all my helmets. I can send you some if you want.

     

    The elastic in the shins in my RS do not have really have a function.  The shins closes like a clamshell around my lower legs but it's screen acurate and a must for higher levels of aproval here on FISD.

     

    I hope to welcome you soon in our Garrison! 

     

     

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  20. The various types of armor and where to find them UPDATED 2023

    in Getting Started - Read this First!

    Posted

    11 hours ago, ka080911 said:

    Noticed RS Prop Masters mentioned in this thread. If this question has already been asked and answered please pardon me.  I’m about to jump head long into an ANH fully assembled commissioned armor set from RSPM and before I do want to know if there are any required fixes/adjustments/modifications before being approved by 501st.  Any other advice on RSPM, not as crafty and handy as I’d like to be so figured just purchasing one might save me a headache although I know they are pricey. 
     

    V/R

    Keith

    I have a RS commissioned TK ANH stunt armor set.

    I was asked to give them a lot of body/limb measurements before they started building it. It fitted like a glove right out of the box for me.

    A few minor adjustments were needed for EIB (level 2) status, like shorten the straps of the shoulder bells.  No need to cut into armor pieces itself.

    For basic aproval the armor usually is good to go right out of the box.

     

    It's almost May The fourth. .... they might have some nice discounts....

     

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  25. TK-7332 Requesting ANH STUNT EIB status (RS Prop Masters) (854)

    in Request Expert Infantry Status

    Posted

    On 9/17/2018 at 1:02 PM, justjoseph63 said:

    Hi Marcel, thank you for your patience for your ANH-Stunt  EI application.

    CRL and EIB Application Requirements:

    All required submission photos have been posted, and I am very pleased to announce your armor displays all the necessary elements to qualify for Expert Infantry. On behalf of the D.O. Staff, congratulations!     :salute:

     

    Other-Armor Fit/Assembly:

    In this section we review observations made by your fellow troopers and ourselves.  Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor.

     

    Great looking set of RS armor here, sir, and thank you for taking care of those TD issues so quickly!  

     

    I know that weathering is an important part of E-11s, but you might want to dial back the brass color on your scope a bit.

     

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    For closer screen accuracy, your scope rail should have a 90 degree angle where it inserts into the barrell.  

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    Centurion Suggestions:
    In this section we prepare you for Centurion. If there are any areas of concern they will  be discussed here.

     

    Just a few small issues that should be easy to address, sir.

     

    The gaps on the left and right side will need to be closer.  As per the CRL, "Ideally there is no gap between the abdomen and kidney armor".  SImply tightening up your belt should help a lot.

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    You will need to remove the writing on the bottom of the TD by either using a PVC safe solvent, a light sanding or painting it entirely.

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    You may have to move the snaps holding your canvas belt to your ab, but the middle button needs to be more centered;

    CRL:  "... three square buttons, one centered in the middle..."

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    Congratulations on a well deserved Expert Infantry badge, Marcel, and we hope to see your Centurion submission soon! :th_AnimatedBravoSmiley:

    Is moving the canvas belt to get the middle button more centered a must to achieve level 3?

    To move the snaps either on the belt or on the armor is a tricky job (leaves ugly gaps).

     

    Because my armor was a commission I have contacted RS to ask them if they have an idea how to get the belt more centred without having to move the snaps, but haven't heard from them yet.

     

    I noticed multiple approved Centurions with RS armor having their belt the same way as my armor has.

    It almost seems that RS delivers its commisssions this way as a standard.

     

    So I was wondering if this really is getting level 3 in the way or not (before I start messing up my armor)?

     

    Thanks!

     

      

     

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