Robin

Well, the truth is, as my armor was already built, it wasn't a question of a kit (which is also one of the reasons why I'd rather buy an already-built armor than a kit). Having now read in more detail what needed to be modified, this looks really bad for me. While it's feasible, I really don't have the skills, let alone the tools, to complete the project. And the price is likely to be a dead end, given the result (tools, screws, rivets, straps, etc.). The only things that seem possible are at my level: the belt and the holster to the maximum. I would truly like to find a miracle solution to make my armor valid. But, it is what it is. Despite this, I'd like to thank you for all the advice you've given me troopers. I really mean it...

Thank you tk91213 (JBar), for the tips and references you provided. Unfortunately, I'm afraid I won't be able to do it all. Although the instructions are very clear, it seems too complicated for me. I'd already tried to modify it before, referring to the advice I'd been given at previous conventions by other stormtrooper colleagues. But, not having the necessary skills to modify it, I damaged the armor more than I improved it and the other thing is that I don't have enough time because of my studies. So, I admit to lacking hope. The best thing to do is to sell it and wait to buy an RS prop master but not before 2027 I think. 😕 Anyway, thanks again for your advice and for taking the time to help me, dear troopers. 😉

Dear troopers First of all, i want to apologies if my english is hard to understand, as a french i try my very best (je suis désolé 🇫🇷) I'm very honored to finally be able to introduce myself on the FISD forum. I've heard a lot about this space, which is a real bible for getting answers about various Star Wars armors. To talk a little about who I am: My name is Robin, I'm French, I live in Paris and I'm only 20 (I know, I'm still young). I've been a fan of the Star Wars universe since I was very young, and I wanted to make a dream come true: TO BECOME A STORMTROOPER ! I've always admired these soldiers of the Empire (while my friends preferred the rebel alliance). In short, I was lucky enough to realize this dream and acquire a stormtrooper suit of armor from Original Stromtrooper (formerly SDS) in late 2023 (it's the ANH stunt version also) ; all for a relatively affordable discounted price ($850 all taxes included), complete with E-11 blaster, gloves, holster and boots. I know OS armor has a bad reputation, but this was the one that best fit my budget. Having already registered on the 501st french garrison forum (of my country), I was given a few tips to follow to make the armor valid for the 501st. However, the answers were poor and undeveloped as to what really needed to be done. That's why I'm turning to you, because you're A New Hope for me. I've certainly seen the need to modify : - The belt - The holster - The boots (but I have my doubts because they're different and I think closer to the originals) I guess there's still more to modify on this armor to make it valid. Maybe the helmet needs to be change due of its shape. By the way, here are a few photos of the armor I'm wearing in a link bellow, noting that I'm a bit short to be a stormtrooper (in fact I'm only 5.6ft). https://www.501stfrenchgarrison.com/forum/attachment.php?aid=1525 https://www.501stfrenchgarrison.com/forum/attachment.php?aid=1524 I sincerely hope that you can give me the right information to make this stormtrooper armor valid and finally join your ranks, those of the Galatic Empire! Thank you a thousand times over for the help you've given me and the time you've spent reading my message ! Please, feel free to give me any answers you may have... And may the force be with you !