MatMac Posted August 13, 2015 Report Share Posted August 13, 2015 Thanks thought that might be the case. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt.stormtrooper Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 (edited) On 7/29/2015 at 12:16 AM, Locitus said: Call it whatever you like, but it looks like FX. Do you think the 501st would have used 30 of them in their 501st parade in Disneyland Hong-Kong if they were FX armours? Judging quickly by the look on may be not so good pictures (I admit) can be tricky and also detrimental to genuine makers. -------------- Edited July 29, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MightyTank[501st] Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 (edited) On 8/14/2015 at 11:05 PM, jt.stormtrooper said: Do you think the 501st would have used 30 of them in their 501st parade in Disneyland Hong-Kong if they were FX armours? Judging quickly by the look on may be not so good pictures (I admit) can be tricky and also detrimental to genuine makers. --------------- Well technically no, they are not FX armour, as those molds are retired and in storage. They are a poor fx knock off. --------------- Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk Edited July 29, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locitus[Admin] Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 (edited) On 8/14/2015 at 11:05 PM, jt.stormtrooper said: Do you think the 501st would have used 30 of them in their 501st parade in Disneyland Hong-Kong if they were FX armours? Judging quickly by the look on may be not so good pictures (I admit) can be tricky and also detrimental to genuine makers. -------------- FX armour is used by plenty of people at plenty of events. That doesn't stop it from being the worst of them all. You should post some closeup photos instead of parade pictures where half the armour is hidden and 10 meters away. And the pictures on your website is definitely FX armour. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk Edited July 29, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt.stormtrooper Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 FX armour is used by plenty of people at plenty of events. That doesn't stop it from being the worst of them all. You should post some closeup photos instead of parade pictures where half the armour is hidden and 10 meters away. And the pictures on your website is definitely FX armour. Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk As you previously said, "Call it whatever you like" . The picture is taken from a phone, so yes, it is bad quality. Sorry this one was given to me and I don't have more close-up shots. But to me, having 30 of the 501st members (that saw and purchased and assembled the armour first hand) and wearing these armours for an official parade last July is pretty much a good sign of the quality (which I understand is not shared by you, point taken). Nevermind, I'll live with it Have a good day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locitus[Admin] Posted August 14, 2015 Report Share Posted August 14, 2015 As you previously said, "Call it whatever you like" . Yes. Since you're not posting any proof at all contradicting me, I will continue to call it recast FX. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xscuba51 Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 This is a great resource. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellfire272[TK] Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 Hey guys, I have been looking into getting my armor but am stuck between AP and AM. I am in contact with the guy from AP, His armor is very good quality it seems like but for the full trimmed kit he is selling it for 1050. I am also in contact with a Garrison buddy of mine who recently got AM armor He says it is very very good, Includes alot of adhesives and bolts and what not, is incredibly duarble (AP i believe is 0.08 whereas AM is 0.09) And he said he got it for around 650. Can I please get some assistance here? Is AM good armor? I'm a noob and still need to get my first armor and I did not want to go too over the top for my first suit. So I am really just hoping for some good guidance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DroidHunter Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 Hey guys, I have been looking into getting my armor but am stuck between AP and AM. I am in contact with the guy from AP, His armor is very good quality it seems like but for the full trimmed kit he is selling it for 1050. I am also in contact with a Garrison buddy of mine who recently got AM armor He says it is very very good, Includes alot of adhesives and bolts and what not, is incredibly duarble (AP i believe is 0.08 whereas AM is 0.09) And he said he got it for around 650. Can I please get some assistance here? Is AM good armor? I'm a noob and still need to get my first armor and I did not want to go too over the top for my first suit. So I am really just hoping for some good guidance. Some of it boils down to body size. What is you height and weight? Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellfire272[TK] Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 I am 5'9" and about 180. My garrison buddy is about 5' 8.5" and 190 and he says it fits him perfectly...the AM. However he is more built than I am. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skypig[TK] Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 The AM might be too big. I'm 6'2", 225 and I had to do a lot of trimming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellfire272[TK] Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 Didja now? Hmmm, Well thank you very much for the feed back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starsaber25[Admin] Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 Hey Andrew at your size you might want to consider MTK. I'm 5'8" and 190lbs and have a 38 inch waist. I didn't have to cut any extra and didn't need to shim. It's a great kit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hellfire272[TK] Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 (edited) I couldnt find info for MTK, is there another name for it? I was looking into AP but its just expensive is all. the guy is charging 1050 for a fully trimmed suit. is that normal? Given, AP has a very good reputation for being good quality good detailed armor... And can anyone else comment on if AM is truly for larger people. Im receiving conflicting reports Edited August 16, 2015 by Hellfire272 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
starsaber25[Admin] Posted August 16, 2015 Report Share Posted August 16, 2015 mtk_armor@cox.net. Or pm tk-4510 here on these boards 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jt.stormtrooper Posted August 23, 2015 Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 (edited) On 8/15/2015 at 7:25 AM, Locitus said: Yes. Since you're not posting any proof at all contradicting me, I will continue to call it recast FX. I didn't think of having to prove anything just because someone gave his opinion, but since you're undirectly asking (and make me look like a liar just because I didn't prove you personnaly otherwise about what you said at the same time ), I send you these pictures I already have of our moulds (I know, they are from a phone again ) I'll stop answering here because we are monopolizing the forum thread which was not the purpose at all (and we're also turning round here) but I'd answer your personal messages if you want more info. I hope you'll meet someone that bought our new armour one day so you can have a real look at it. Thank you for letting me know your views anyway and forcing me to answer questions I first didn't think would come Best regards Mathias. --------------- Edit : As you can see on our website, we are open to improvement suggestions from troopers to better our moulds and armours, so if you want to constructively participate in it, we'd be glad to receive your comments here http://stormtroopercity.com/contact-us/or just send an email at contact@stormtroopercity.com Edited July 29, 2021 by gmrhodes13 link not working removed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DroidHunter Posted August 23, 2015 Report Share Posted August 23, 2015 I am 5'9" and about 180. My garrison buddy is about 5' 8.5" and 190 and he says it fits him perfectly...the AM. However he is more built than I am. I was thinking MTK for you as well. Sent from my XT1080 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jay20 Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Hello im new here. I would like to know where can i buy armor that would be approved by the 501st. Im 5'7 140 if that helps at all. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kredal[TK] Posted August 26, 2015 Report Share Posted August 26, 2015 Hello im new here. I would like to know where can i buy armor that would be approved by the 501st. Im 5'7 140 if that helps at all. Thanks The very first post of this thread has sources that can be made 501st approved. You buy the kit, and if you put it together right, it can be accepted by the 501st. Good luck! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthRivera[501st] Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 (edited) Hello. <br> My height is 5'11" Weight 190 lbs. On average I make 2-3 trooping in the year.<br> Recommend buying a kit created by TE made of .060 guage styrene plastic?<br><br> Thanks for the help. Edited August 28, 2015 by darthRivera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locitus[Admin] Posted August 28, 2015 Report Share Posted August 28, 2015 Hello. <br> My height is 5'11" Weight 190 lbs. On average I make 2-3 trooping in the year.<br> Recommend buying a kit created by TE made of .060 guage styrene plastic?<br><br> Thanks for the help. No. Get something in ABS instead. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darthRivera[501st] Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 (edited) Another question. Scootch (CAP)´s TK kit, made of HIPS. It is recommended? Edited September 6, 2015 by darthRivera Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tie by Night[501st] Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 Great guide. Answers more questions than I even thought I'd have Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locitus[Admin] Posted September 6, 2015 Report Share Posted September 6, 2015 Another question. Scootch (CAP)´s TK kit, made of HIPS. It is recommended? If you have the space to paint the armour after assembly. It's good armour but requires painting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnnyGe Posted September 8, 2015 Report Share Posted September 8, 2015 Hi! I'm new and was looking for a good recommendations for where to buy a good armor kit. I saw the earlier posts but I see that they are old not sure those are still around. I'm 5'9 and about 185lbs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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