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  1. TI helmet question

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

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    check out the jolly roger squad - the 501 detachment o omega wing. also look up star wars helmets.com

     

    options I say are :

     

    Rubies with quite a few mods, easliy get from loads of shops

     

    SF - last I heard his molds were broken, check out the RPF for ongoing interest

     

    DLaws - hard to come by

     

    Old Don Post - ebay or other costuming sites, not made anymore

     

    the 1st 2 are smaller than movie-accurate size. the latter 2 are larger, movie accurate size.

     

    AVOID SFP AT ALL COST - recaster, poor business ethics, fugitive from US, outstanding allegations of unsavoury business with kids.

     

    oh yeah SDS as well - but would be really expensive

     

    if u get cash to splash - Laws is tha way forward.

  3. newbie with a question!

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

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    as far as I am aware - all FG TK lids are gonna be recasts of existing helmets off here; therefore would avoid.

     

    I have used FG for other lids, boba, clones. Not that bad.

     

    links - I did an idiots guide to MRCE modding with all pics and all. IN fact the thread is in this section at he botom of the page if you look.

     

    or if better, can re-post all the pics from that original thread on UKG forums on here in the tutorials section? not sure if thats a done thing ie can I re-post a whole WIP again on a diff forum?

     

    the original one I used by wannabetrooper (Luis?) - no longer has pics

     

    Nate

  4. newbie with a question!

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

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    theres a lot to consider in making a lid choice. price, material, availability.

    reason theres no 'table' for comparison is that people make their choice based on the 3 things above.

     

    in terms of quality - theres the major separation between the likes of DP lids and those available here.

    those available here are FX, AP, TE2, TM. And DL has a new sculpt I believe.

     

    MR CE is certainly a good starter lid. Licenced. Good price. But symmetrical.

     

    Its something you are going to search through the forums and decide for yourself.

     

    questions to ask:

    (1) purpose = display or for trooping?

    (2) material = ABS - stronger, but not as detailed, HIPS - not as strong as ABS, but sharper detail

    (3) cash = all screen accurate/screen like (ie asymmetrtical) are upwards of $200

    (4) availability = TE2 not pullin helmets atm, but some may come up for sale in the For Sale section

     

    if u looking for picture comparisons - look up star wars helmets.com

     

    lastly - avoid ebay, avoid recasts.

     

    hope that helps.

     

    Nate

  8. question abt AP thighs

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

    Posted · Edited by gmrhodes13
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    right guys - I'm bbbaaacckkk building armour again

     

    havent forgotten my TE2, but personal life/troubles means I have shelved it temporarily (all but snaps to do now :D)

     

    in the mean time, a mate has asked me to help with his AP thighs. been trawling through here and stukas armour builds and the question I have has to do with the end bit of the thigh, just above the knee. For my example I will talk abt the right thigh.

     

    The outer half has a seam line, and right at the edge, the seam line has a rasied bit. On the inner half, the seam line is flat throughout its length

     

    -------

     

    in stuka build (hope u dont mind the mention pete)- he seems to have molded the flat edge up to meet the raised edge

     

    however, I noted in TK2416 build thread (post #31)-----------

     

    that he glued the main seam line together and then filled the gap with silicone. I must admit, this is prbably the say I am going.

     

    what have the rest of you AP builders done?

     

    Nate

  17. some help with canada post pls - advice required

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    hey guys

    I have a private arrangement with a guy in the Canadian Garrison. Got the tracking number. Canada post website says item has left Canada 02/12/2008

     

    nothing yet :(

     

    checked with local courier in UK and UK customs- nothign arrived with that tracking number.

     

    Canada Post was very unhelpful over phone, and they dont entertain emails.

     

    my canadian contact is not contactable at the moment - but like I said, I am sure its all done and dusted from his point of view (ie item collected, went to central sorting in Canada and got shipped)

     

    wot am I to do? Is patience all that is needed as I heard that Canada Post can be a little slow at times.

     

    to UK guys and BSNers - its the same thread, just wanting more advice or local help pls.

     

    Thanks.

  22. Need help selecting helmet

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

    Posted

    solve ur problem - do wot TK9135 did, get em all!!! you know u will in the end, stop avoiding it.

     

    I had a FX, MR and now a AP. I am building myself up to the ultimate TE2 or CAP experience (prob both)

     

    I am actually scared of using my AP cos of its cost; and like I said - I like the MRCE. other thing is, my props get a far bit of handling (ie not on official 501 buisness etc); and feel a lot better letting people muck abt with my MRCE than my AP.

     

    of course - another point is; MRCE despite its draw backs - can be used to apply for Elite status too (after modding of course)

  23. Need help selecting helmet

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

    Posted

    I can't put my FX on without turning it to the side a little first. I hope my head isn't too big! I'm going to go measure it.... I hope no one sees me. HaHa. OK, I'm a 59.5cm or 23.25inch. I'm guessing that a TE2 might be a better option. (I am assuming that a MRCE is smaller than an AP and TE2????

     

    hey johnny - MRCE hole is definately bigger than the APs

     

    I can fit the MRCE direct w/o any twisting and turning. only problem is its a very symmetrical lid - personally i like it, but lots of stalwarts dont. my AP requires a full 90 degree twist to get it on my melon

     

    TE2 would be the bees knees tbh - gorgeous lid

  24. Need help selecting helmet

    in Hard Armor (General Discussion)

    Posted

    I got me an AP and a big head - 59cm. cant fit it on with my glasses

    in fact I cant even get my glasses into my MRCE - I have a odd all round head - like a watermelon.

     

    I would love a TE2

     

    not tried a TM

     

    remember that these more accurate lids will require the patented trooper screw top insertion :D

    other thing to consider - AP is ABS, TE2 is HIPS. TM is now is ABS - I think; sure TM owners or paul will chime in on that one

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