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I think the timepiece in the bucket is a brilliant idea. Have you thought of using a more conventional solution like a small digital clock just off to the side? ------------

Wow! That really is impressive! Congratulations!

Well done sir! I hope my Hasbro comes out looking half as good as yours. Quick question... Why the different color layers of paint? Cheers,

I think the mat black looks great! Well done!

Very Nice! I'm going to use your photos as a guideline when weathering my blaster.

With the armor on or just in general?

Pat, Looking good! I guess you'll have to make new T-tracks?

Purchased my kit on Ebay last week specifically since they said the new kit now includes the T-tracks. The kit is known as Version 2

Interesting thread (especially your description of dealing with dimensions and proportions). I know it's probably too late to say this since you seem to have done all the cutting but for future reference you should wear gloves for your cutting. For my build I'm wearing some Nomex flight gloves (they provide good tactile feedback and protection at the same time). I usually use them in the field but they are great in the workshop as well. You can find some here: http://www.uscav.com/productinfo.aspx?productid=8546&tabid=548 Keep us posted!

Kaleb, You could also add reinforcing shims on the inner seam. That way your joint is held together on the inside as well as the outside. Good luck!

Nick, I too am just starting and nervous as heck about doing this. I work in law enforcement and testify in court cases and all that stuff and that doesn't make me half as nervous as building my armor. That said, will this stop me or discourage me? Absolutely NOT! If your worries stem from being a perfectionist (as I am) get over it. Take a look at some of the original movie props they used and get a good laugh. You'll see how far from perfect they were. Remember, this is meant to be fun not stressful. If you need any help ask in the forums or even PM me. I might not have the experience but have been doing a ton of research (about 200 pages of notes) and am a newbie just like you. Damn the torpedoes! Full steam ahead!

One word..... Outstanding!

Some nice features there. I just ordered my Hasbro and the Doopydoos kit and will see if I have the patience to implement some of your ideas. Thanks!

Outstanding photos! Nice to see all the joy you bring and appreciation you receive. Tip my bucket to you and the other participants.

Always keep a positive attitude! Let us know of your progress. Cheers!

Tiffanie, I hounded my current employer for close to a year and a half before something that was a perfect fit came up. 8.5 years later I'm still happy as a clam in my profession. Keep at it!

LOL! Brian I concur with your diagnosis (and treatment) Mason, I will never be able to watch eps 4,5 and 6 in the same way. 'Size matters not. Judge me by my size, do you?'

Agreed about the snaps needing to be big enough. However, I did a test by gluing a snap directly on to a piece of ABS (AM armor) to see what happens when the metal of the snap and the glue interact. It's been 3 days and the E6000 has not adversely affected either side of the ABS. I will continue to verify my test piece for any adverse signs. Please understand that I am not suggesting anyone do this as part of their armor build. It's just that curiosity got the better part of me.

Just wondering... but is it safe to inhale that stuff?

Michael, Looking great. Still wondering if I should go Hasbro or scratch build. If you had the choice today would you go Hasbro again or build from scratch (with the kits available)? Mike

As a newbie to this I say, "Thank you for sharing." As an Army (Reserve) Intel officer, unless you have a reason not to divulge the info I say, "Put up or shut up." Cheers! BTW, I love this forum!!!

@ TK4702 Excellent idea (and timely too). I just canceled my order for the Condor Helmet pads from evike.com . Both the green and black ones are on backorder for several more weeks and I hate being at the mercy of the manufacturer or reseller. Going to make a quick trip to my local Canadian Tire and see what I can find. Thanks!

Check this mask's coloring http://www.vancouverobserver.com/blogs/alist/2010/09/30/mime-artist-yayoi-hirano-always-moving-forward

Well, focus on getting better and school. The other stuff can wait. BTW, I love the ambient background sounds in the Death Star section of the soundboard (especially the Com Chatter) Get well soon.

I just stumbled across this great repository of sounds at StarWars.com -------------- Perhaps these can be useful.