themaninthesuitcase

I really like these BSP helmets. As much as I am 3D printing one I keep looking at these and think I want one.

Another valid question is where was the glue bought? There's knock off glue about on eBay that won't work well.

I'm not sure but most of this stuff has long been available stateside for ages.

thats the back, I've not cut mine out as I didn't need to. People are always so fast to cut them when many don't really need to.

I wouldn't worry about the raised section not aligning 100% perfectly. Whilst my armour isn't RWA mine has a gap too and it was fine. The main bit where the cover strip goes has to align to allow for the cover strip to attach.

You need to use the tags, just copy them from the photobucket page for a photo and paste them here.

The second one looks right to me. You'll also want to trim the return at the ankle away.

I used E6000 to add the loop side of some velcro to the armour and then added the hook side to the foam with contact cement. Means I was able to adjust the fit easily and I can replace it if it wears out.

I've been using the screen accurate hooks on my armour. Little bit fiddly at times but for the most part don't regret the decision.

The trick with stencils is to seal them with a clear before use. That will stop the colour coat running like yours has. For the traps and tears I pre marked all mine with a fine tip pen allowing me to be careful with placement the painted over the lines. For the traps I also use masking tape for the top and bottom and used a calliper to space the lines evenly.

If you're taller than average it might be worth asking about longer shins (obviosuly measure before ordering). One of the makers mentioned make them, not sure on the other.

Wow, this looks stunning!

There's a few TFA in the UKG but not many I know of. Probably better off asking over on the UKG site.

I can't post replies or start new topics in the "Newly Approved Members - Sound Off!" sub forum. Is this by design as I've already got a thread there or is it a mix up with my recently changed forum permissions?

As a general rule, if it's on eBay you dont' want it. There's a few exceptions but not many. If you're after armour and have that money to spend you can do far better. Get in contact with your local 501st Garrison (http://www.501st.com/members/displayUnits.php Looks like 2 cover different bit's of Ontario) and speak with them. They will be able to point you towards some great armour makers. That one looks like a mix of FX and misc other and so probably won't clear.

I clam shell mine too, makes getting it easy but I can swap the straps if needed.

if both sides are functional you can replace the elastic if it gives up or you gain or lose weight.

If you can't get the riveted snaps to work (it isn't easy is it) you can always have the rivets be for show and add a snap plate just behind.

I have no idea where it came from but I was an utter pack rat when I was researching and still am to an extent.

And yes this was the primary reference for size for my 3D files (links below in my sig).

Found it. It's been through the ringer of re-uploading (got jpeg?) and it looks like I upscaled it to try make it a bit more readable at some point. Dropbox link to save adding to the potato quality (I have plenty of space but I can't promise it will be there forever) https://www.dropbox.com/s/yyt37qwbgj988ry/HansE11CylindersM38M19variants-1_zps4d945e18.png?dl=0 Would be nice if Andy has the original file pre several rounds of jpeg compression somewhere but probably a long shot.

I used a chin strap. I have a big head and can't really pad it as securely as I'd like so a chin strap helps stop it moving about. My aker is strapped to my chest plate with a strap and poppers but it broke free on my last troop so I need to update this.

I don't know how common, or not, the DP are now but I'd be leaving it be as a part of the history of everything.

Somewhere I have a doc by Andy with measurements on. I'll try find it for you tomorrow.

I think that statement comes from an outsider not actually understanding the situation they are getting into. Same goes for not checking the heritage of the bucks. The 2-4-1 deal is apparently to clear the stock after the re-casting became clear.