Cantina Security

Compared to the JR lid, which weighs twice as much. The first thing i noticed was the mic-tips were super loose, and wobbly. i started to tighten, and the lid started making all kinds of cracking noises. it was the THIN ABS. basically very thin and flimsy. i then noticed the paint detail on the teeth. clearly outside the teeth area, and not covering the teeth in other spots. next I noticed the trap painting, black outline, just sloppy. The brow trim is offset. this is just what I've noticed in the five minutes I have had to inspect. I have been looking at near perfect builds here on FISD, so i was hoping for a bit nicer than this. I had sent in a detailed Reference for a specific Trooper to be replicated, and the weathering is,,, well almost correct. I will post that pic as well. I guess all in all, i had higher expectations than what was received. On a lighter note, it shipped from England yesterday, and was received today....

Weathering...

So I received my RS TD in the mail today, I must admit that I feel like the helmet and the armor itself is quite thin. Some of the details appear to been clearly rushed through. I have to admit I expected a little more for the price I paid for this kit. I did have it completely assembled by RS not sure if they were rushing my order, or if this is standard procedure. i will post pictures momentarily. Feed Back would be greatly appreciated.

Totally Kewl....

Looks really cool Kev, looking forward to this Kit...

Cool, fantastic job... Seriously ordered up some materials today , going to sacrifice my JR kit...

Yes JR is all Velcro...

I think also, for basic approval, the JR strapping would be ok, now step up to EIB or Centurion, then you would need to have the accurate strapping . I am not 100% sure but hopefully someone will chime in and help us out. Notice how everyone stays away from JR, even the posts about it... Like its infected with the plague or something...lol... That's why we gotta make it a DT, cause its infected. My JR is on a mannequin display in my office. I still like it, pristine and shiny... It still makes me smile. It's going to be hard to kill it , but its going to be so cool...

That is a good looking set of armour. I would have been tempted to leave the TD shiny silver. Good work improvising. Your strap placement looks like it was made on the Death Star itself, right out of the imperial factory. Nice work Peter ...

Trooper Bay, MTK search for him on here or on the web. He has lots of goodies, and a reputable vendor. I would imagine that the straps do not need to be screen accurate for approval on a DT. But it wouldn't hurt to ask around. My kit fits well also, but I have just enough room to cut off the overlap, then butt joint, and add a cover strip. You Got me really moving forward with this build... Of course, you could build your own straps. Buttons, strapping and such.

Nice Build. Anxious to see your strapping system.

Good find Matt...

Great.. Thank Mathias.... Now I have another board to geek out on...

I don't know about yours, but mine has plenty of "slack" so that I could trim the pieces, and assemble correctly. All I need is some ABS cover strips. As far as the chest , ab, back and cod, we would need to split the back , then assemble with rivets ,, straps and so forth. Not really a big under taking when you think about it.... Lets do it...

Are you going to have your drop boxes able to open? Taking advantage of their usable space? I love that idea.

Two words... Death Trooper... I fell into the JR trap as well. I rectified the situation buy purchasing an RS kit, then went for the crown jewel, TM... I have seen a Rubbies kit quite recently get EIB, but it looked like it wasn't easy. I have been entertaining the idea of modifying my JR, but, I'm really leaning towards the DT... Just my $0.02

I have also heard to try and fit the armour with your under suit , if you fit it with regular clothes on , it may turn out a bit too loose. Looking like you are on the right track though.

Coming along nicely Diana, nice thread....

I cant stop looking at your thread, I am so tempted to do this with my Jedi Robe Kit....

I'm in the same boat my friend. Waiting for TM. I was hoping all we had to do is put it on, and submit for EIB. Sweet...

Fantastic. What a thorough thread. Lots of hard work pays off in the end with a smile...

Looking cool Kevin , looking at reference photos , the trap seems to have more of the round shape, as I'm sure you know. My opinion is I like the green and the red lines. The green looks more like a regular TK, the red and black have more of the McQuarrie feel. I'm sure which ever way you decide to go, it will be awesome. Fantastic work as always...

Sick, literally infected. Very inspiring .

Are you supposed to have a one inch space between the. Holster and belt? And what of the slight overlap on your right side ab and kidney plate? I'm not 100% sure but those things caught my eye. Looking very nice, looks like your almost there...