Hello everyone,
Just wanted to drop in and say hello and ask a question.
I have been following the 501st for several years and now that my work career is winding down and I should have more free time, I am eager to try and join the 501st. I will be trying to join the Canadian Garrison once I get my armor completed for review.
I have spent several hours mulling through your forums and am amazed at the wealth of knowledge there. The idea of building and having my own TK armor has been a dream since watching ANH in theatres in the summer of 1977. I am, about ready to order my stormtrooper armor and helmet but am looking for a bit of advice on the 2 options I have narrowed it down to.
‘’I am looking to order from RTpanda or Authentic Props, as I am in Canada and feel it will be easier. I am 5’11 and weigh about 220 to 230 pounds. I believe this qualifies me as a “husky” trooper. LOL. I originally thought to go with RTpanda but I read that these armor builds are geared more for taller troopers as well as larger bodied troopers. Being average height, would I need to do a lot of trimming to get the pieces to fit? Is the AP armor a better option for normal height but slightly heavier set people?
From what I can see, both seem to be great options. Just wondering if one would suit my body type better than the other. I want to try for centurion level armor certification as well. Is one of these better suited for that?
Thanks
Gerald
