Minuteman

The armor for stunt and hero is the same, so no advantage there.

Yes, sir http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/20260-tk-8981-requesting-anh-stunt-centurion-status43ata/

We will definitely do that

And it also misses the black stripes in the tear and trap sections

Jep, they are selling the AM armor together with the NE helmet, seems to be the original makers. But there are also photos of the "old" NE set.

Good job! Just keep it slow, step by step, measure twice, cut once

Halleluja I say! Great newsletter AND great news

Looks good so far! I would trim all of the return edge from the bottom, as it will cause armor bites at your elbows most likely. Keep it coming!

Welcome Tom! First of all it depends on your height, weight and proportions which armor to consider. AM and RT-MOD are for the bigger trooper, AP is more for the smaller build (but can be modified for bigger troopers) The rest of the armor fits the "average" trooper, 1,75m -1,85m, 70-90kg I would say (but this is no law, there is always room for modifications). Then it comes to your budget - what are you willing to pay? The ATA (affordable trooper armor) set costs around $600, TM and RS are a decent lot more, but beeing more accurate. And the assembly... well, this is no rocket sience, there are so many builds and tutorials here on FISD and we as a community will help you with any question you have. I would say that everybody can do this. The pre build armor is offered by TM and RS, but comes at a higher price, for RS around 2k. I found it very satisfactory to build my own armor, something to be proud of, although I understand those who are not able or willing to do this. In the end it is up to you, don´t hesitate to ask questions ;-) p.s.: very good thread: http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/11538-the-various-types-of-armor-and-where-to-find-them/

Apart from this thread beeing the wrong place to ask this question, approval could become difficult as there is this big seam on the front. Basic approval could be possible, but no way for EIB or Centurion. Just look for TKboots on google or chelsea boots (need to be painted white) on ebay. Not an expensive change, but one that really would improve your look.

Probably this will be an ESB :-P

Another armor manufacturer in Germany on his way to the top? ;-)

Return edge at the bicep will only cause "armor bites" areas where the armor damages your skin. I would remove it or just leave a very small return edge

I would say go for the groove. Looks right to me. But keep in mind - measure twice, cut once and if in doubt, cut less

I see the pic, but I don't see which side of the back is shown. The best way to get the return edges right is to look in the photo reference section at original suits. Especially the RS pictures helped me fantastically ;-) give it a try

RS is together with TM the Rolls-Royce of armor makers. definitely worth the price!

Shepperton (originalstormtrooper.com) sells a recasted Bad armor, that is NOT authentic or genuine. The ready to war solution is badly constructed and won't fit you from the Start, there are also some problems with legion approval. Also if youre in the us you won' t be able to purchuse this overprized thing as there were legal affairs with shepperton and LFL. stay away and go and visit the getting started section. The info is there - just read it

Keep in mind that the deathtrooper is a very special costume and is not appropriate for many of the troops that children visit. Many people just made the dt as a second or third outfit

I heard certain parts, notably the chest and abdomen have been pulled in thicker PVC as the first thin pulls Werke very vulnerable to cracks.

Experience shows that the PVC cracks ironically more often than the ABS. I know almost no RS PVC trooper without broken shoulder bridges and at least one crack at ab or chest.

MTK is TE derived, not TE2 ;-) A Garrison mate is also a bigger trooper and made his ATA fit and look pretty well. I see if I can find his Centurion app...

You could start painting your own chelsea boots, sewing your own belt or pauldron, snaps are a good point if your not going for the original strapping. Also get the right cap and split rivets, hooks for the calves, handguards, etc. You see - a lot to do ;-) and when the helmet arrives you'll have enough to do for some time

Sometimes amnesia is pure blessing :-p

Sorry to hear that, bro!

They don't sell so high over here, as they are what they are :inaccurate and outdated. But on eBay where people think that a FX is the real deal they sometimes sell very high.