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Copy that Mathias. I just took it the wrong way. I sometimes get a little overly-defensive when it comes to this sort of thing. No worries.
I am too, Tyler. I don't think Mathias meant anything by it. I think he meant that the moment itself was raising of the flag and in the real-life footage it's quite mundane, but with the right circumstances it became so much more. And till this day means so much to so many people.
I had family members live through the Japanese war and occupation in Singapore in WWII, not a fun time to say the least.
The group of us are already planning our next WWII tribute TK style. Hopefully it will live up to this one.
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Thanks! I appreciate it and will wear it with pride. This is cool because I think I'm the first Canadian Garrison member to get Centurion I think.... I will spread the knowledge I've learnt so that others can learn from my mistakes and hopefully lots more Canadian EIB/Cents will follow.
I will also concede that it does look a hell of a lot better.
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Thanks Tyler I share your sentiment. To me a Non-American but Singaporean, it's a symbol of liberation.
We literally risked our kits trying to get that shot - had to climb some rocks that I probably would be nervous doing on a regular basis, but with my fellow TK brothers helping each other out we all managed the shot - safely.
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Another picture - I have to say that breeze was really nice!
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I can fit all my stuff in a medium sized luggage. Just got to play chinese dolls (is that right?) with your thigh, shins, forearms. That saves a lot of space.
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Here you go Mathias, photos of the modifications I made.
Thighs
Forearms
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Thighs getting glued. Nothing to do now but to wait.
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It was and still is a great image and at least for those that have lineage involved in the pacific side of WWII is still a symbol of freedom. No matter how mundane the actual raising of the flag was (...or both of them for those that have spent time reading up on history).
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Hi all, there are more pictures coming but I couldn't wait to share this with you as a teaser. Seeing as Remembrance Day is coming up Nov 11. A group of us did this as a tribute to those that have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms we enjoy today. More to come!
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I agree - Centurion should not be "easy". It defeats the purpose and the challenge. Love it actually!
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Excellent
Do you want me to retake (front/side/rear) photos or photos of finished modifications good enough?
By the way biceps are pretty tight on me. Can't get it smaller imho. What can I say I have big tricep muscles.
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Update pictures - E-11 fixed!
Forearms gluing as we speak.
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No problem Mathias, I am literally gluing the forearms and thighs as we speak.
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I know Mathias, I want to give you a benefit of a doubt. That's why I said I don't think you intended it.
I will work on my forearms and limbs today but shins are a tough one Mathias because it's really the best way to get them on for trooping. What do you suggest with the shins?
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If you think so, then I will. So just want to be clear that the parts I need to glue are forearms, thighs and shins? (Everything else is glued.)
Checklist is then,
1. Reverse cocking handle
2. Reverse off-set
3. Glue thighs, forearms and shins
Anything else?
By the way doing this because it's a challenge to me, not to "get brass". I actually take a little personal insult Mathias if you consider my application to be Kindergarden I think it's a little uncalled for, especially since other TK's have had been approved with velcro attachments. I thought we had a good relationship, there's no need to call names. I would have appreciated a simple, "Yes I'd like you to glue your limbs down and you'll be approved."
Maybe you didn't intend to come across as mean but it reads like it.
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Okay let's see fix list:
1. Reverse cocking handle
2. Reverse off-set
... let's see what Mathias has to say about overlap/velcro.
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LOL, I was so careful with the muzzle flash guard. Ha! I can't believe I glued it on backwards. Those are easy fixes.
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To be honest I rather not remove the velcro because it makes trooping and stuff way easier. (If anyone's done the 5 min quick change - ask Chookaboom about it, the velcro is key!)
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I'll spend more time reviewing this later in the weekend, as I have other plans than to sit by my computer. I would say though that the overlap/velcro assembly on your arms and legs doesn't look good at all. I think you'd look at least twice as good by having them permanently closed. The rest of the suit looks pretty good though.
Cool thanks. That's a simple thing to remove the velcro and E6000 it down - was done for sizing purposes and trooping. Now that I've trooped a few times I know my size much better. Is it going to keep me from Centurion though at this time?
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Hi everyone, thanks for checking out my application for Centurion. I tried my best and I hope that I meet all the requirements. I hope I get this because I think I may be the first TK in the Canadian Garrison to attempt for Centurion (someone else want to check?). Would be very proud to join the ranks.
TK 6731: Keith Foo
Armor: AP
Helmet: AP
Blaster: Doopy Doo Resin Kit
Height: 5' 10"
Weight: 157 lbs
Boots: Tkboots
Helmet Decals: Dave M (Trooper Bay)
Gloves: Black Chemical Gloves
Hand guards: Karin
Canvas belt: AP Supplied
Neck Seal: LadySewForUs
Holster: AP
Hovi-mic: CfO
Front
Back (sorry about this weird pose, I was doing something weird with my hips, made the back-kidney kinda wonky!)
Left
Right
Handguards
Sniper Plate
Crotch Tab
Ab Plate (Male snap)
Side Rivets
Thigh Ammo
Dave M Decals
Green Lenses
S-Trim
Chest/Shoulder Straps
Forearm return edge
Drop Boxes
Scuffed Boots
E-11
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I'd go for 45 with sanded down edges, cause lord knows there's enough things already to get your undersuit caught on. You definitely don't need more.
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There's a top without the mock neck. I suggest you get the EVAPOR without the mock neck because it's going to interfere with your neck-seal.
And yes, I love my evapor... it feels so nice....
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Thanks Mogwai. I off to bed so will follow your advice on the ammo belt tomorrow and adjust accordingly. I hope there's good news tomorrow. Thanks again.
Excellent looks so much better! Good job.
Tribute to those that fought for our freedom
in Field Training Exercises
Posted · Edited by bigironvault
No problem David, I have all the time in the world for the veterans. You guys give so much - much more and braver than I could ever be.