überTrooper Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Hope I am posting in the right forum... would love your opinions regarding purchasing a Master Replica CE helmet. Thanx for your time and expertise. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluehickey Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 I had one and enjoyed it, It was significantly heavier than the average helmet though. I couldn't stand the seam below the frown, even after filling it in with caulk, it was still noticeable and annoying. After almost 2 years of trooping in it I decided I wanted something more accurate and upgraded. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
überTrooper Posted October 7, 2011 Author Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 What did you end up upgrading too.... what is not accurate about the Master Replica CE helmet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Aloha[Admin] Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Check out: HOWTO: Modding the MR CE Use the search Luke. Search your FISD, you know it to be true. Aloha, -Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZeroRoom[TK] Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 It certainly has it's pros and cons. I have one and I love how sturdy and weighty it is, but it's symmetrical and that bugs the hell out of me. Given that these days it's going for about the same as a kit from a good fan maker the only real time it's worth it is if you have a phobia of building stuff yourself. Don't get me wrong, I love mine as a display piece, but if this your starting purchase I say go straight to a more accurate bucket. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordietrooper Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 you could get this one when its released efx anh Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 I went the other way I got the MR CE first I didn't originally like the fact that the trooper helmet is kinda badly shaped, I always had this vision of it being symmetrical and flawless. Its only been recently that I've started to appreciate the true to screen look. I've got an RS helmet it is wicked, the service the guys provide is top class too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marv Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 you could get this one when its released efx anh Does anyone know if that one will have the same build as the MR CE lid, so simply introduce the same problems of having the seam below the frown? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Aloha[Admin] Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 I have what amounts to an MRCE... the ESB eFX. I love having it on my shelf next to all my other cheezy helmets. As a stand alone it is still iconic... but I wouldn't troop with it. I also have an RT-MOD bucket.... another idealized helmet (I'm wearing it as I type this playing with my new iComm). I yearn for bumps and warped accuracy. To each his own. I guess the question is... what's your goal? Do you want a costume for halloween or do you want to look as screen accurate as possible? If you can pick up an MRCE cheaply and you need a helmet quickly... go for it. If you have time and interest then buy a kit and build your own... or have someone build it for you... check out this thread from Mike of Trooperbay. You could get an assembled great looking helmet for relatively cheap without the angst and retail regret of the MRCE. Aloha, -Eric Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bluehickey Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 (edited) Here is a comparison of an MRCE and an accurate helmet MTK: Master Replica Collectors Edition: "MTK" Cap derived helmet: *So, the things I don't like about the MRCE is that the ears are way too thick, the teeth don't look that great and in general the whole frown is too pinched in it's design as opposed to wide and spread out like the MTK. The tube stripes are too dark and thin on the MRCE and have to be replaced. You'll also need to replace the light green lenses that come with an MRCE as your eyes can still be seen in then especially when photographed with a flash. But the thing that drove me nuts was that ugly sean running below the teeth and across the lower face: I eventually upgraded to an MTK helmet. Edited October 7, 2011 by bluehickey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrooperVenger Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 I'd not get a MRCE helmet if I were you. If you want a good helmet get one from ATA or TM or one of the other makers. You won't need to mod it to be cleared either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-7980 Posted October 7, 2011 Report Share Posted October 7, 2011 Stay away from the MR CE, AM/FX and ANHv2. Go for the Screen Accurate line IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell[TK] Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 Just a quick question in the same theme. What is everyone's thoughts on the new EFX stormtrooper helmet that they are bringing out. Not the legend one but the other one. Link below: http://www.toy-palace.com/product_info.php?info=p7660_SW-A-New-Hope-Stormtrooper-Helmet-1-1-Replica.html Is it just a re hash of the old MRCE or is it different? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Locitus[Admin] Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 Just a quick question in the same theme. What is everyone's thoughts on the new EFX stormtrooper helmet that they are bringing out. Not the legend one but the other one. Link below: http://www.toy-palac...-1-Replica.html Is it just a re hash of the old MRCE or is it different? You'll have the same issue with that one as the MRCE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthChridan[TK] Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 Just a quick question in the same theme. What is everyone's thoughts on the new EFX stormtrooper helmet that they are bringing out. Not the legend one but the other one. Link below: http://www.toy-palac...-1-Replica.html Is it just a re hash of the old MRCE or is it different? It's the same shape...just another producer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bell[TK] Posted October 16, 2011 Report Share Posted October 16, 2011 Thanks will avoid. Had hoped with them doing the legend they might of done a budget version. I think i will treat myself to a nice TM helmet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laspector[TK] Posted October 18, 2011 Report Share Posted October 18, 2011 I have a MRCE and love it. Last helmet I will buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kroenen77 Posted October 20, 2011 Report Share Posted October 20, 2011 I have made a ESB update with the MR CE.New ears,lenses,black nose and noseholes,new tubesstripes...and I like this helmet: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteNight[TK] Posted February 12, 2012 Report Share Posted February 12, 2012 (edited) I own the MRCE helmet and simply love the symmetry about it. I also like the narrow 'cheekbones'. Of course I started with some modding by drilling the outer paint indicated teeth and file them to a rectangular form. I also trimmed down the casting flash on the lower face part and repainted it. Also painted the rim of the Hovi aerators to look more accurate. Now I'm looking for new lenses flat or bubble and will certainly do something about the ears. I alreadey wrote TK-9135 about lenses, but haven't got a reply yet. Are there other sources with MRCE specific lenses out there? Current state of my MRCE The drilled and filed teeth Edited January 21, 2021 by Sly11 Edited to restore images Sly11 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sandeman[TK] Posted February 23, 2012 Report Share Posted February 23, 2012 So I'm not the only one who prefers the symmetry and smoothness of the MRCE! I do agree that there are less expensive helmets out there now (I got mine for a mere $65 four years ago), but I enjoy a challenge. For lenses, find a welding supply store and pick up a dark green face shield. This will save you money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WhiteNight[TK] Posted November 14, 2012 Report Share Posted November 14, 2012 (edited) Well it's been a long time without update, but here are some modifications that took place on the lid in the meantime: The ears were trimmed and the screws inserted. The gap below the frown is filled up, sanded and repainted. New lense material cut and incorporated into the lid. As you can see even the frontal flash of the camera does not penetrate the lenses. Edited January 21, 2021 by Sly11 Edited to restore images Sly11 2021 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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