The5thHorseman

This is the same type of guy ---------------

Nop, i'm not there . Actually there was no troopers from France, it really cost too much for us.

No sh*t?!? I got it right on the first go?!? Damn i impress myself

Nice contender but i say no. Lots of small differences. Well, feel free to share that tag then. Oh, and if you talk about the tag that is inside the ANOVOS gloves, this is not really interesting as they are clearly not the same as the film prop.

Very cool pictures! Must be proud! Knowing that you are on the FISD picture I've been trying to spot you. Here's my bet: Right? Wrong?

François, now that you have the right pictures, i'm sure you will nail these gloves! I read from one of the ANOVOS guy that the gloves for the Ep7 were from an OEM, so i don't know if there will be a found part for them.

I see a "TFA Build Threads" section has been created too. Is it only for the future or has it finally been decided for the FISD to host the threads from the first 75 builds?

I'm personally convinced this armor will be as easy to make EIB and Centurion approvable than any others. Also, this prototype is clearly assembled up to the Centurion requirements (except for the handplates and holster rivets) which means ANOVOS seems to know how to build a stormtrooper. I don't see why they wouln't guide their customers the correct way then. I'd be more concerned about the promised delivery date.

It just that François is French and is working with the French Garrison on this new Ep7 Stormtrooper. And if i can help him, even just a little, to make his stuff the more accurate possible, it will be my pleasure!

You seem off to a very good start François! I'm sure you will have an awesome result in the end. Here are few thoughts and comments i can make when i compared your prototype to the gloves displayed on the film suits at Celebration VII, as you seem to have based your work on the ANOVOS gloves:

In the trailer #2 we can see one of the main character removing its helmet by himself so i'm sure you guys will figure out a way.

http://www.originalprop.com/blog/2015/04/18/star-wars-celebration-anaheim-2015-photos-of-movie-props-costumes-and-models-from-star-wars-the-force-awakens/ It seems like they were two armors from the film on mannequins.

Seems like Velcro will never die, no matter how advanced the costumes are getting. ------------------

I remember a picture from someone else's thread (dm101 if my memory serves) answering this question. The guy owned a real Sterling so i guess he could be trusted. Edit: Found the original post. From dm101 indeed. My memory seved me well!

Sorry, i posted the largest version i found. I understand your frustration, i wish they were bigger too.

Some interesting pics of the armors laid on the floor (and bed).

Those are really amazing! Such a brilliant work. Good luck on your hunt for the correct screws!

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I believe the license for the blaster is held by Hasbro. That would explain why ANOVOS didn't have anything on this side.

You should have used that time finishing your armor and joining the 501st...--------------

ANH Stunt or ESB for this one.

1/ Sounds correct. 2/ Correct again. 3/ Exactly. The offer was for US members only though (even though there's been some fuss around that point...). 4/ What i read was that ANOVOS seems to have had access to one of the film's armor but they didn't supply them. 5/ That's the spirit.

For those interested here's my -------------------

Superb! This is perfect. Do you mind if i ask you how you have done the gunmetal weathering on your blaster? Thx Bro... It was done with silver leaf, antique gold and copper Rub n Buff... also different shades of black and under it all, I gave some texture to each piece with sandpaper of varios grits.

Then i'm pleasantly surprised by it! I was fearing a new FX armor but their stuff looks 100% legit. Maybe the 6" tall trooper is our own DL? (Purple dress... My eyes are bleeding! ).