[I simply can't decide which armor]

Thank you for all your nice words. I am also very exited about the trooper future. :). When the box will arrive I will send some BBB pictures. And like you said I will start a building thread. 

 

"Always, always ALWAYS feel free to ask any questions you may have, Svante... we are here to help every step of the way! "

 

 

THANK YOU ! I think I will have a lot of questions after starting the building process. 

 

And you all encourage me to build a kit. And RS seems like a good choice :)) 

[I simply can't decide which armor]

Hi all, 

 

this week I decided to buy a RS Kit. I have ordered today. I was waiting for black Friday :). So the decision is finaly made

[ANH Stunt first steps HDPE Helmet]

Zitat

 

Hi Cable Guy,

 

I tried to make this photos. But it is to dark or to light. Hopefully this Pictures are ok. If the Quality is to bad, I will try to make some Fotos tomorrow at daylight.

 

 

 

 

[ANH Stunt first steps HDPE Helmet]

Hi all,

 

Hi Cable Guy Thank you for the fast answer. The screws are Long ( poor trooper who go to the Ground and get in contact with them )

 

Today I received the coulor. Maybe I will paint the helmet tomorrow. But I I have to do some reaserch, because I am not 100 % satisfied with the screws outside. I am not really sure if they have to fit exactly ( 100 % )  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The second Point is that I realized that one ear is  a bit higher then the second. The helmet was bought pre assambled.

I do not know If I want or should be fix it. I am a bit afraid to damage the primer...….. but Maybe I have to drill new holes.

 

 

 

 

[ANH Stunt first steps HDPE Helmet]

Hi all,

 

at Saturday I painted the helmet. Firt I used the red primer.

 

 

 

 

 

Then some houres later, I used the white primer.. I am not sure but some times the primer Looks like White and grey.

Next Saturday I will paint the helmet with gloss White.

 

 

 

Next Saturday I will paint the helmet with gloss White.

Were the screws visible inside the helmet ( screen Version of the helmet )? I found some Pictures..... But I cant see the screws…. but the screws that were a part of the kit are good visible inside…. Maybe you can feel them on your face hahahahah.

 

Regards

Svante

 

 

[I simply can't decide which armor]

vor 13 Minuten schrieb gmrhodes13:

Personally if it's more original screen used version I would go RS 

Maybe you are right..... oh it is a hard decision hahahaha . I ask myself if the RS armor is worth the double price.....hmmmm ( kit).

[I simply can't decide which armor]

vor 41 Minuten schrieb gmrhodes13:

Always best to research the armor and see if it meets the higher CRL's, I've had a search for DA props and there is one approved at centurion 

Price is a big factor as well as your size. There is also the durability of armor, I have ATA which is very thick and only sufferer 2 cracks over 7 years of trooping, yet I know someone with RS who has a lot more cracks as it's thinner armor.

 

Troopermaster has a very nice kit on par with RS but unfortunately due to a recasted armor is no longer on this forum, you would have to deal with via FB or email.

 

There are some great builds of most if not all armors available so have a look through some of the build threads to see size, quality and peoples feedback.

 

Good luck which ever you decide.

 

 

Hi, like always you are a lexicon. THANK you so much. I was looking arround for Da props at the Forum. But I do Not found this report. For me it is more important that the armor ist near to the original screen used version than the stability. But also the money is a factor. 

 

So than I want to choose between RS and Da 

[I simply can't decide which armor]

vor 7 Minuten schrieb RLH2515:

So if your a smaller build like 5’7” ish and under 180 most of the builds will work for you. If you are over that size AM all the way.
Keep this in mind when thinking stunt/hero. The bubble lens are a bit much after a while. Hope I’ve helped


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Hi, 

 

it will be a 5'10 build. I will  build a ANH stunt. 

 

Hopefully 5'10 is also ok for the mentioned armors. 

[I simply can't decide which armor]

Hi all, 

 

sorry for open again a new topic. I am working on a helmet. But looking in the future I have to decide which armor should I buy. 

 

The helmet is from DA Props. And I like this helmet very much. But is the armor also good ? Maybe one of you have some experience with the DA armor. 

 

So I am Not sure which producer is the best for me. My plan is to get a trooper near to the screen version. 

 

There are three armors I think about 

 

DA Props  ( I like the helmet )

RS ( very close to original Version) 

Troopmaster ? 

 

I know to get near to the movie accurate trooper RS is  the best armor!? But it is also very expensive. 

 

Like I said....I like DA props. But is this armor the right decision if you want amovie accurate armor ? 

 

Troopmaster. I do Not know much about this producer. But I read about him often.

 

Thank you . 

 

[ANH Stunt first steps HDPE Helmet]

Hi all, 

 

only a small Update. First thank you for all your answers. 

 

I cut the eyes a bit more. And I also cut my finger two times hahahaah. But now the eyes are ready. I also attached the rivets on the sides. The colours arrives yesterday. I will use Tamiya surface primer oxid red and after that surface primer white. But after  using the red one I will let the helmet dry for a week. Hopefully it will not to cold outside at saturday. 

I am not really sure what white is the correct one for the finish......

 

After I spray the red primer I will proof where I can buy the chin strap. 

 

As soon I am understanding how I could Upload some more pictures I will send you some progress pictures. But for now the System do Not allow me to Upload some more pictures. 

 

And CableGuy I use your report allot as a reference. 

 

Now I am thinking also about the armor... I am Not sure if I want order one from RS or DA...... I must think about it...... 

 

[Material of RO1 trooper]

Hi all,

 

thank you for all this answers. 

I was just interested. It is very intresting how the production methodes have changed. 

 

And I am impressed. Because:

TheRescalKing: 

You saw them on set ? You were on set ? That sounds like a dream !!! Are you working for the film industry? And while I am looking around I saw the armor from Jimmiroquai. This was the reason why I asked myself the Material question. Because the way he build it was so unknown.

 

tarok: you are right. 3 D printing could be a interestig method in the future.

 

Equuspolo:

Hopefully your friends enjoy to worke for this Films....and hopefully they are now owners of a original screen used armor;) hahaha. 

 

For me it is a dream to have a OT armor replica.... I cant imagin how great it is to be a trooper in a movie

 

 

 

[Material of RO1 trooper]

Hi all, 

 

small question. What material was used for the RO1 armors and helmets ? Are they produced in ABS like the helmets and armors from the OT ? Is it even known ? 

 

Thank you 

 

Regards 

[ANH Stunt first steps HDPE Helmet]

Hi, 

 

Today I am cutting the eyes. But I am unsatisfied. I think I remove to much from the right eye and maybe a bit less at the left. I used a knife. I also to try to get this original  look. And I am Not sure if I have remove all the Material near the nose.

[ANH Stunt first steps HDPE Helmet]

First look. 

 

I am also a bit confused about the red primer. How I understand it, they used red primer for metal. But why not red primer for plastic ? 

[ANH Stunt first steps HDPE Helmet]

Hi all,

 

today I received the small Brown box with a helmet. At first I want to ask if it is normal, that the helmet has " bubbels" ?

Do you think it is possible to sand them away ? I am a bit scared to damage the helmet.

 

Hopefully you can see what I am talking About.

 

Best regards

[Should I buy a Kit ?]

CableGuy: 

Thank you for the encouraging words. 

It is also a good idea to watch the Videos from RS. For the DA helmet I start to watch your Videos :). And you are right why should it Not possible for me. 

 

Gmrhodes: 

 

Also a Big thank you to you ! Always I asked sth. You are one of the first to Help. 

 

Sly11: 

 

I had this thoughts too. It must be a great feeling to look at something and say: I have built it. Maybe you are right and that is a good way. I only was afraid to damage this nice armor...and it cannot be repaired. 

 

Masked V:

 

Ok :))) 

 

Harder:

 

I thing you made the perfect decision.

And wow......your deciding factor is incredibly great ! I hope you will bring a lot of fun and luck to this children/people. 

 

And I am sure that you are able to build an armor by your own:). 

 

 

So like I said the helmet will be a assebled. I have to make the painting. I also asked DA to let the eyes inside. I thought there is Maybe a Special way to cut them for a screen accurate look.

But when the helmet arrive I will go to the building  section.

He also send me some pictures….but I am not sure if I have the permission to upload them. 

 

[Should I buy a Kit ?]

Sorry i made a double post. 

[Moin ( hello ) from Germany]

vor 10 Minuten schrieb Harder:

Yes I did!

I am very happy for you !!!

[Should I buy a Kit ?]

Hello all, 

 

some days ago I bought a HDPE helmet. Hopefully it will arrive next week. Now I am not sure what way I should go. 

I want to buy a armor ( without helmet ) from RS 

 

My options: 

A should I buy a ready to wear armor 

B should I buy a kit ? 

 

What do you think ? Is it very hard to build a Kit? 

 

At the end I want a Display armor. For me it is more important to have a armor near to the screen version than a practical one. 

 

I am a bit afraid to buy the kit. Because my manual skills are low hahahaha . 

 

And my wallte is afraid of buying a ready to wear armor ;). 

 

So what is the opinion of the experts? 

 

 

 

 

[Moin ( hello ) from Germany]

vor 21 Stunden schrieb Sly11:

Willkommen an bord Svante

Hallo Sly11. Danke für deine Grüße. :). 

 

vor 11 Stunden schrieb masterx244:

got those 2 last year myself. Once the shipping is out you are most probably going to refresh the tracking regulary. Especially once the delivery is out.

 

Did you build the armor by yourselfe? Or was it really ready to wear? 

 

vor 4 Stunden schrieb Harder:

the shipping info isnt out, and I am looking already lol! I hadnt even thought of that... yep, ill be a mess waiting.

Hi did you also bought a armor from RS ? 

[Moin ( hello ) from Germany]

vor 3 Stunden schrieb MaskedVengeance:

Big Brown Box day! The day your armor is delivered to you by the Post. It will be a day long remembered!! =)

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Aaaaah Big Brown Box.....now I understand.

[Moin ( hello ) from Germany]

vor 1 Stunde schrieb Harder:

 

Here's one of the best ones I've seen on Youtube

 

 

 

I want exactly this box !

[Moin ( hello ) from Germany]

vor 6 Stunden schrieb Harder:

Indeed!

My BBB is expected in a week from now.


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Hi Harder, 

 

what exactly is BBB ?  

[Moin ( hello ) from Germany]

vor 1 Stunde schrieb equuspolo:

Don't be nervous about it at all.  Just take it one piece at a time, and take your time.  It is fun to build and enjoy it, that is the most important thing.  Don't be nervous about it at all.  You will enjoy learning on the build.  And there are many people here to help you with incredible willingness.  We have your back my friend. 

Hi, 

 

you are right step by step is how it works. Thank you for the support. I really appreciate it !

[Moin ( hello ) from Germany]

vor 30 Minuten schrieb Harder:

 

ahhh Nein nicht wirklich.

 

Ich habe 8 Jahre Deutsch gelernt.

 

My family heritage.

Hi Harder, 

 

Wow 8 years. Many people said it is a hard to learn language .. I think the same about English hahah

 

Danke für deine nette Begrüßung! 

 

Do you start a project allready ?