New EFX ESB Bucket

[vicsouders]

Not a terrible price at $160.00 USD. (Though double the price of my MRCE). Pre-order for July release-------

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[Daetrin[Admin]]

My response on the 501st boards. Note that it will take a little work to make it 501st approvable.

 

It looks identical in many respects but here are some differences and notes:

 

1. The frown is ESB black and not ANH gray, thus if you wanted this for ANH you'll have to repaint the frown. Or, if you want to do an ESB stormtrooper you'll need to get snowtrooper hand plates and ensure you wear your holster on the right (which some folks already do).

 

2. In any event, you'll need to replace the lenses with darker material (just like on the MRCE).

 

3. If there is a gap under the frown that is visible this will need to be filled with sealant before being 501st acceptable (just like the MRCE).

 

4. For Legion acceptance the MRCE also requires screws to be added above and below the ear bumps, and so I presume that this will also need those screws added. While one is there, might as well add the third screw at the bottom of the ear to be consistent with ANH Stunt and ESB helmets.

 

5. For ANH Hero or ROTJ the details will be a little different for the frown and ear screws, but filling in the seam (if present) and having darker lenses will still be needed.

 

I think it's not bad for the price, though for reference you can get an AP kit for about $200 or so, and an ATA kit is not much more than $125 or so IIRC. Even TE2 is hovering around $200 range, though of course ATA & TE2 will need trim & painting.

[bluehickey]

Dang dude, great minds think alike! I posted the same thing minutes after you did!

Edited February 1, 2021 by gmrhodes13
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