Coach_MattLewis

Any info on signature banners..I am ready to do one.

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Thank you. I kinda like the immersion into it. I am learning about so many things with this hobby. It’s not unnecessary expense, I just think people are amazing and the work is impressive. My first helmet, it has become my personal helmet to explore and deconstruct and plan out. now my thigh armor…..it can go screw itself….. I don’t like thigh Armour right now…. https://imgur.com/a/ZV6xxai thanks for your encouragement.

I have developed the addiction to these helmets. The event I did last night was trying out the cyber craft helmet. I really liked it.

Thank you for the feedback. I am training my “wrangler” to spot some stuff I couldn’t see. Belt, boxes etc. I am going to look at my torso strapping again today. I was thankful for the marked pictures. back to work today.

FIRST SHOTS WITH THE CAMERA. Hello All: I had my first test shots in full armor. My area of frustration is with the Thighs; they just don't feel high enough. I noticed the photographer didn't help me on the belt and detonator looseness, I will double-check that. The whole abdomen fitting of the chest plate and the ab plate. This were just to test the camera, location, and detail. Ill post official pictures this weekend

First Day with Camera and Armour. thigh fit is frustrating belt appears to have loosened in the transition plan on taking official photos this weekend. more pictures on its way.

Hello i just wanted to say I am fairly new, and in Phoenix also. Reach out if needed. I live in San Tan.

Thank you for your comments. In keeping with “Work in Progress”, I wanted to document my progress from the box. Hoping, what you mentioned about the boots would come to light. does anyone have a source for seamless white boots? thanks for your input. ML

Face and Neck

Boots and Glove

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Coach_MattLewis ANH Stunt TK I am at the beginning of this process. These are the photos of the armor, without putting them on yet for fitting. My goal was to try and earn Centurion out the gate. I would appreciate any help or suggestions. My next post with be in Armor when I feel it is ready. I am being challenged by thighs needing to be tighter to my Cod, and the Shins. INFORMATION: 1. First/last name: Matthew D. Lewis 2. Future Garrison/Squad/Outpost or local area- Red Dune Sea Garrison 3. Armor maker: Rob from Authentic Props, Canada 4. Helmet maker: Rob from Authentic Props, Canada 5. Cloth belt maker: Rob from Authentic Props, Canada 6. Neck seal maker: Rob from Authentic Props, Canada 7. Boot maker: Coshoes Etsy Store 9. Blaster maker (if applicable: 3DPogo Etsy Store 10. Gasket maker (if applicable) 11. Height (optional):5’11 12. weight (optional) 230 pounds 13. TK type (ANH Stunt/Hero. ESB, ROTJ. TFA etc.): ANH Stunt TK 14. Name(s) of any Trooper(s) who significantly helped with your build Steve:(Klaymorr)

This is very good post thank you. I was interested to see what strapping or adjusting you did to your thighs. I am new to this, learning as I go. what are some ways to strap my thighs so they are snug? so far, I created a 2 inch belt for my waster i glued in two snaps into my leg armour i created a “garder” style clip from straps on my belt to internal straps inside the thighs, I was hoping to have a pull to snug. it gets close, but still 1-3 inches from being snug. anyone who has suggestions.

I would like to take you up on this. I don’t have any pictures of me yet. But whatever I can learn, and use I would appreciate. CL

Ok this is a great post that looks like a lot of good answers and solutions. thank you

Thank you everyone. slowly working on my kit. where do you guys get the signature panels. anyone suggest tools, or items I should have on hand for Armour upkeep? paints? Dremmels? Glue guns? 3d printer? I am doing the costuming for first time. thanks all. CoachLewis

Hello TK’s: I wanted to do a quick post to introduce myself, I am Matt. I am excited to be joining this community, everyone has been very helpful. I am joining the FISD as a Rogue One as a TK, I am so optimistic that this community will accept me and work with me to be my very best. I became the most seriously sold on joining the 501st and my Detachments because of the charity events. I am a Psychology teacher and football coach in Gilbert, Arizona. I am a doctoral student in applied sports psychology. I am also a competitive pistol shooter. If you are in the Dune Sea Garrison and can reply to this, I’d love to get to know my garrison peeps as well as everyone else. PS-If anyone can help make my profile picture fit, you get bonus points!