Krisko720

Looks like a familiar pile of parts! Glad you finally got everything. Look forward to seeing your progress! Sent from my iPhone using The Force

So the Dremel and I have been really good friends the last couple of nights. The gf had to work a late shift so that left me some time in the garage to get some work done. Got almost everything trimmed up. Just need to do the box of small stuff this weekend. It’s a little nerve racking to start cutting into some of these pieces, but with a little patience and taking the ABS off a little at a time, each one starts to take shape. It’s strangely satisfying.. which is dangerous. This is only my first build but I can see why so many have multiple sets of armor! Here’s a shot for now, should have the rest done and maybe some test fitting of some pieces on Monday. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Small update until I can hit the garage for some armor trimming time.. Got a little gift from my gf, my weapon collection is slowly growing! Will go great with the shield once it’s done. Such a cool piece for being a shelf ready toy. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Hmm. No skeletons anywhere.. just empty armor. I was kinda hoping for a little more gruesomeness. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Gotta go back to DW anyway to check out the new ride. The added ROS stuff there are just another few reasons! Sent from my iPhone using The Force

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You and your super secret spy photos! Lol Is that an extended brow I see too? Yeah sick helmet for sure. ‘Ok people, we need a new trooper. Just take leftover parts from all the troopers and see what you can do.’ Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Ahhh! Yes, that’s awesome! They really needed a close up. That’s the best shot I’ve seen. And yeah, I didn’t notice that weapon. Looks pretty sweet. Would love to see some visual guide info on these fellas. Such a cool character. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

They’re super fun to play with though. Bought two for my nephews. Might have to get one for myself! Sent from my iPhone using The Force

So after seeing Bishop’s TD ring, I’ll be changing the inner diameter of my test ring. But for now, I had the day off and got some rough trimming done. (I’m starting to enjoy the smell of hot ABS.) I have to leave this afternoon to catch a flight back to Texas for the weekend for an early Christmas with my family, but I’ll be back at it next week. I’ve set aside some time over this next weekend to get some more trimming work done. Also, decided to snap a shot of the framing job I had done on the Baby Yoda print I got for my gf for Christmas. We’re big fans of The Mandalorian and she absolutely loves the little green kid. (As do I.) Until then, Merry Christmas troopers. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Nice work on the TD. I have to do the same to mine. I like the thickness of the ring you made. Definitely a good look. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

I do love a trooper with a cape. Captain Cardinal is a favorite of mine.. but a Sith trooper armor variant would be sweet. Like others, I was disappointed in the closeups of the Sith army. The regular troopers did get some screen time, which was nice to see. Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

Just watched the film last night. Did anyone get a good look at the guards around Palpatine? They never showed them up close. It almost looked like a Captain Cardinal type character at first. Red suit and cape. Couldn’t tell if it was a trooper with a cape or another variant of a praetorian guard. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Made a quick little (not so round) piece of ABS to see how it looks inside. Found out the DT inner diameter is the same exact size as a WD40 can. Used my gfs hard seltzer to make the inner dimension. This too shallow you think? Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Had a little free time tonight to clean up my TD. I’m not certain I have enough room to add an ABS ring inside. About to ‘try’ and freehand a ring with my dremel. This is definitely where it would be nice to have a 3D printer or 2 axis table of some kind. Is there a certain length, depth, and width to the thin black indention on top of the TD. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

That’s wild. Guess we can all just throw out TDS in the trash now. I like the added detail of the little black strip. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Enjoying this thread! You’re a step ahead of me and I’m just going to follow along. I’ll have to agree with you.. if another package shows up at my house I’ll be in trouble. Luckily it’s Christmas time and I pass it along as another gift. However once I spread out all the armor pieces from my delivery, it really set in with her what I was actually getting into. But she thinks it’s probably lots better to be doing this than a number of other activities. That’s a great reference pic on the holster. I ordered Dan’s but don’t have it yet. Nice to see someone took the time to label everything for a visual reference. I also have Darren’s belt, so I’ll be following along! Sent from my iPhone using The Force

So I dug through ukswrath’s thread and found the recessed end cap. Not sure why this little detail was left out of the mold. But hey, I’ll take it. Better than having to build the whole TD from ABS! Just going to cut out a ring from my spare sheets. I’ll have to take a guess at the size unless someone has a measurement. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

This wouldn’t last two seconds in my house. My pups would claim it as their own. I’m guessing this is some sort of explosive charge? I haven’t seen these weapons anywhere. This one or the staff. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

It’s always impressive to see someone not only take pride and care in what they do, but to also put the same into how they package their items. It’s the presentation of the items as you unbox it that really gives you a sense of the person/company you’re doing business with. The little added touches are such a pleasure to see. And who doesn’t love patches and stickers! Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Reading over some threads about the TD.. Seems the only modification I need to make is the secondary edge inside the inner end? So is the small white inner ring the raised part? I’m guessing I can just create a small ring out of some abs and secure inside. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

More pics! Just got my MP40 ammo shoulder pouch from Imperial Boots. All I can say is wow I’m glad I ordered this one. It’s super legit. Thick quality leather and stitching. And I love their fabric patch! Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Oh yeah.. I saw this on ukswrath’s thread. The look on his face is exactly how I feel about cutting a giant hole in the front of my beautiful new armor. #notexcited Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Looks like they got some nice pulls on the parts from what my untrained eyes can see. I am definitely glad I got Dans holster and other parts from him. And it was nice that they threw in some extra ABS. My magnets came today as well. Went ahead and ordered a bunch as suggested in the Magnets 101 thread. Should be getting my MP40 ammo pouch for the shoulder today. Waiting on my blasters from 3D Props (still no reply to my email asking for an ETA). And lastly just need Dan’s items and my gaskets from Geeky Pink. Again, this is my first build so if anyone sees anything missing or something that needs attention, feel free to let me know. I’m open to any and all advice. Sent from my iPhone using The Force

Here are some more up close pics of everything. Sent from my iPhone using The Force