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lol langy's been busy I am sure he sorted u guys out. feel free to pm me with any questions from a fellow newbie Nate

nice lid - although the MFX stuf wasnt too bad; it was actually gettin ur hands on one that was the problem

*sheepishly puts up hand* hey mike - I bought a kit before I knew better *embarassed look* It is defo recast. guy states its from UK - but as Mario says; I think its origins are ...ambiguous at best. I know 1 or 2 UK troopers who have got this as well. can post some piccies if you really want to see the stuff. but I have now learnt my lesson and go straight to armourer/lid makers for my stuff Nate

rofl indeed - although in a few months u just might have Daetrin/Supertrooper as Cmd in Chief ;P Nate

life is so unfair when u live across the pond nice one though for u guys in US! good on yer snoopy Nate

sorry to hear man thoughts and prayers to you and yours. hope things turn out for the best. Nate

ooh? were there problems with Caboots? in terms of accuracy - think they were indeed black chelsea boots painted white from the movies IIRC. Have fun with the AP build! Nate

check out this site http://www.starwarshelmets.com/ in fact - the whole site is a gold mine of info. have a browse. I am constantly checkin back on the site even now! I prefer stunt personally - but thats the great thing abt this hobby - u can be anything u like! Nate

the type of boot u are looking for is the Chelsea Boot. painting one up is possible, but I been debating doing this versus Caboots. From wot I have been told - painted boots do flake out and require re-painting with vigourous troopin. Cost will eventually come to the same as a Caboot. Not sure US side, but Chelsea Boots can go for as little as GBP20. Look up equestrain sites if u are lookin for Jodphur boots. Other thing I have investigated is some Goth sites do patent WHITE leather Chelsea Boots - but these tend to be too ornate and poointy toed. some use the Elvis boot - but opinions vary abt it. If u do go Caboot in the end - u might want to consider doing it soon-ish. There are rumours of suply problems - some1 correct me if I am wrong pls.

something happened to other arrangements mike? anyway - glad u got it sorted out will be waiting on this before puttin in a big order - will be needing CE decals, clone strips and Neyo decals. man this hobby is expensive! btw very nice website. Nate

heh Mike - u just make life too easy now ! nice site - might have to hit u up for some Neyo's and other clone decals soon. But will prob wait till u got MR CE decals and then put in a big order Nate

happy cake day man!

hello and welcome Pete. I'm from UK - and have been doing research on TK armoru for a few months now. the armour in question is indeed a recast. I have heard some things regarding QA of this particular armour. Its also rather expensive. the helmet is said to be a modified lid - unknown origin of the original lid used. At least one other UK based Bayer of E is selling it too. Not sure wot the experts here would say, but the helmet doesnt look right to me, it certainly IS NOT movie accurate. Also, for the price being asked for the lid - there are much better sources both in terms of location ie US and in price. If I was US based - wouldnt even look at ebay tbh matey. Hope that helps. Nate

lol I must be getting slow in my old age - ncie one billy - I love that summary page Nate

oh yes. I am currently researching a clone - its definately is a good set.

oooooo just wot I was looking for supertrooper

aye - I've been looking into this; apparently state-side u can get an excellent leather dye/paint known as angelus that teh Sneaker modders use. Not used it myself yet, but tryin to source some in UK myself (seems only 1 place in glasgow does em and they are currently sold out). the boot style is known by 2 names - jodphur boots or chelsea boots. Can get some right bargains, not just off the bay, but in some equestrian shops (and if u are smaller - can even buy a teenagers size for even more of a bargain!) Impt thing is to prep the shoe well - need acetone to take the top layer off the existing shoe b4 paint application. Also like all else here - multiple THIN layers is the key to prevent cracking on the paint job. I'm still debating whether to do this or go caboots tbh. good luck Nate

hey thomas - you thought abt buying some more accurate handplates. I know John from UKG does some really nice ones over in UK (yep its the same John that does the ears for the MR CE overhauliers) waiting to see ur chest mods man! GOod luck with build. Nate

Adam - wow how did u come to that conclusion? Hope u arent talking abt the MR CE. To clarify - when u say "officially licence deluxe CE" - sounds like u are talking abt a Rubies. Now thats a completely different kettle of fish as it ISNT 501 acceptable, and does look like a piece of junk! bottom line is that the MR CE is 501 acceptable with some minor mods AND like all the helmets available today, have their supporters and detracters. No one can really make the decision for u whether its worth it or not. Its something, again like all the available kit for armour out there, that u have to make urself based on preference, cost, availability. Pro - cost, pretty decent lid if u can accept it symmetry (I actually like its symmetry, and was so glad when I heard it was 501 acceptable!) Cons - too symmetrical, mods(and time) required, strange looking ears (note - not required to mod for clearance) Alain - I agree with Noel. I know everyones time is precious, but I do white armour as a hobby. For me the journey is half the fun. I've took over a month to do my MR CE mods - and still have traps and forwn to do!! - as I have to balance real life with hobby. Has it delayed clearance - definately, am I bothered? Not at all. Having all the gear on sometimes makes me a little sad, as I've completed that particular project. Besides, even after completion; I keep looking at my MR CE and keep wondering, wot would it look like if...... rofl. Maybe its a left over from when I didnt have the cash to spend on gettin a completed or nicer kit; but I do like the personalised bits eg a little wonky drill hole for the frown, or a run in a hidden corner, weird little scratch in a lid that no one else can see, but u are convinced its like a HUGE gorge over the left eye. But like I said - to each his own, and theres nothing wrong with that! Nate

mate pming u info on gettin in touch with johns ears John - hope u dont mind me spreading the word on ur behalf ! Nate

hmmm I'm a little concerned abt ur remark regarding the Hasb E-11 blaster. I hope u havent picked up a CLONE blaster by mistake? the Stormtrooper blaster out at the moment is actually the same design as Hasb TK blasters before, just a new paint scheme. Hope that helps. neck seal body suit holster lid bling bling - not a requirement eg fans, electronics Paints or decals (mike does some loverly ones) for lid tools - including ur choice of glue? Heavy industrial strength velcro etc not sure abt the glove question, I am goign for a cheap pair of Nomex. think thats it Nate

hey stephen, check out the UKG public forums in a thread call MR CE upgrade - he shows how to fit JD'd new ears onto a MR CE bucket. Nate

hey timmer, appreciate the fact that no hobby stores are near by and Prof - that was a nice find; although it does contradict what I was abt to say - I was sure someone once substituted a Tamiya paint (easier to find in the US than HUmbrol). Tried searching but I couldnt find it. Mike - any ETA on those MR CE decals yet? cos I can defo confirm at least 2 sets for me Nate

hey John - nice work, looks awesome! do u have any problems with carting those weapons round UK locations - wot with the new gun laws in UK an all.

phew Daetrin - I was using words carefully cos didnt want to create problems for the Admin staff. Glad to hear u have as strong feelings abt this guy as I do. Nate