HeyItsAdam[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 (edited) I would have opened it yesterday but I was traveling for work and was too exhausted to open the box.... A few general impressions right off the bat (this is my first armor kit, so here's an unbiased look at the armor as I have no frame of reference) It looks very roomy. I am a big guy. I'm 5'10", 235 and I was foreseeing problems with a wide chest and back along with the ab plate. I was able to hold up the pieces and it seems like I have plenty of room. Big-ups to the creator of the kit. It's fairly well trimmed right out of the box. I can really see this just needing to be "cleaned up" a bit. I don't see massive amounts of shaving and trimming on the horizon (then again, it might be because I might be needed every inch of white). The face and helmet are EXTREMELY sharp and detailed. The eye holes are pre-cut and the lenses are pre-cut (no "strip" of green film - nice touch). I was toying with making this an Incinerator build, but dammit... it's just too pretty to muck up with paint. I might just keep it as a standard TK ANH. I'd start doing some stuff, but the baby's asleep. The wife told me it's a light weekend as far as activities goes.......... Edited March 9, 2013 by TampaBayTK Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilboy[501st] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 NICE! I just got mine today. I plan to get started tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmorrow182 Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 So awesome to see all these threads popping up! Resources galore!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Awesome good luck with the build Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pattrooper Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Nice! It feels like Christmas when it arrives. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deckard[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 One note: The raised ridge in the ABS across the brow of the faceplate is a "Cementing Ridge" to glue the front of the dome to. This leaves a gap that will allow the builder to add the accurate brow trim (included) after careful cementing, and will also allow them to change it out and replace it if necessary at a later date. Measure a lot and cut in very small increments. You can always take more off or sand a little - you can't put it back on! The helmet is designed to require trimming along the front/back join seam and the comm covers to get a custom fit and look - based on the look the builder wants. Some like gaps, some like it nice and neatly joined. For the forearms, generally people "test fit" with masking tape, aligning the elbow end, and trimming at the wrist end (making sure to retain the waffled detail along the arm's edge, but this group won't steer you wrong - they are a GREAT resource. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LadyInWhite[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Sharing in your excitement! Reliving the brown box day! Have fun with it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sskunky Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 I must be out the loop. What is NE armor? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmorrow182 Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 "Nostalgic Empire" It's the newest line from Troopergear and Tupperware TK, the maker of AM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sskunky Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Ah, ok. So its a fan sculpt. Cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeyItsAdam[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 I tried screaming at my armor all night. This morning, it had yet to put itself together. Looks like I'll have to do it myself. So disappointed! Grrrr...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tkrestonva[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Woot!! I'm on the Run #2 list. After 2 1/2 years in my current kit, I'm due for an upgrade. I still need to get an up close look, but this looks like it'll definitely be my next kit. Glad to see the accurate details (look at the ab plate!!) and to hear that it looks like it'll have plenty of room for us bigger guys. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilboy[501st] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Woot!! I'm on the Run #2 list. After 2 1/2 years in my current kit, I'm due for an upgrade. I still need to get an up close look, but this looks like it'll definitely be my next kit. Glad to see the accurate details (look at the ab plate!!) and to hear that it looks like it'll have plenty of room for us bigger guys. If you have some time, you can come by my cesspool, er house and see mine Brian. Plus, I am hoping you'll be at the armor party later this month... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billhag Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 Ah, ok. So its a fan sculpt. Cool. ....wellll, that's still not been 100% cleared up yet mate.Al comments and observations regarding the incredible similarties to the RS Props suit have been ignored and little clarification from the makers as been forthcoming.....which is a shame. Adam, best of luck with the build matey. Take it nice 'n' slow and before you know it you'll be out there trooping with the rest of us . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjsavage7[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 I must be out the loop. What is NE armor? I thought I was the only one wondering that...lol.... Good luck with your build, Adam! I love the excited big brown box pics! I saw your thread pop up on the FLG board too, so let us know if you need any help! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evilboy[501st] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 ....wellll, that's still not been 100% cleared up yet mate.Al comments and observations regarding the incredible similarties to the RS Props suit have been ignored and little clarification from the makers as been forthcoming.....which is a shame. Adam, best of luck with the build matey. Take it nice 'n' slow and before you know it you'll be out there trooping with the rest of us . Actually, the "similarities" come from being accurate based on screen used armor. Once you see the NE in person, any remaining suspicion will clear up pretty quickly. The scale of the NE vs RS is night and day. RS screen accurate in form and in size, while the NE is scaled up significantly. I am 6'0" 135lbs, and I would barely fit in to the RS if I was lucky. The NE is huge and will fit larger guys like me (and bigger!) or can be trimmed down for smaller troopers. One of my garrison mates is supposed to get his set of RS later this month, and we will take side-by-side pictures. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tolo[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 (edited) Actually, the "similarities" come from being accurate based on screen used armor. Once you see the NE in person, any remaining suspicion will clear up pretty quickly. The scale of the NE vs RS is night and day. RS screen accurate in form and in size, while the NE is scaled up significantly. I am 6'0" 135lbs, and I would barely fit in to the RS if I was lucky. The NE is huge and will fit larger guys like me (and bigger!) or can be trimmed down for smaller troopers. One of my garrison mates is supposed to get his set of RS later this month, and we will take side-by-side pictures. You call yourself a larger guy loll Edited March 8, 2013 by Tolo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeyItsAdam[TK] Posted March 8, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2013 I honestly believe that this is where the "fullbacks" and "linebackers" of the 501st are going to go for armor. If he would market it as such, he'd make a killing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MxPxRobbie[TK] Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I think he meant 235 Sent from my SPH-L710 using Tapatalk 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeyItsAdam[TK] Posted March 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 (edited) My son is confused how this works.... Edited March 9, 2013 by heyitsadam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HeyItsAdam[TK] Posted March 9, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 Here are my forearms, masking taped together..... no glue. I've put the two halves together, but as you can see, there is a lot of extra meat on the backside. So... is my next move to just trim off that chunk and even it out? (Follow the red line) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TrooperJesse[TK] Posted March 9, 2013 Report Share Posted March 9, 2013 I tried screaming at my armor all night. This morning, it had yet to put itself together. Looks like I'll have to do it myself. So disappointed! Grrrr...... HAHAHAHAHA! I laughed so damn hard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VIM187 Posted March 10, 2013 Report Share Posted March 10, 2013 Woot!! I'm on the Run #2 list. After 2 1/2 years in my current kit, I'm due for an upgrade. I still need to get an up close look, but this looks like it'll definitely be my next kit. Glad to see the accurate details (look at the ab plate!!) and to hear that it looks like it'll have plenty of room for us bigger guys. any 1 have a eta on run 2? as i to am waiting lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FrankRizzo24 Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 (edited) I honestly believe that this is where the "fullbacks" and "linebackers" of the 501st are going to go for armor. If he would market it as such, he'd make a killing. When I buy my armor, this review alone will help me make my decision. haha "Nostalgic Empire" It's the newest line from Troopergear and Tupperware TK, the maker of AM. Any more information on this? I did a lot of searches on the forum and on Google and I couldn't find any threads pertaining to pricing or contact info. Edited March 11, 2013 by FrankRizzo24 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tmorrow182 Posted March 11, 2013 Report Share Posted March 11, 2013 I myself contacted them through troopergear@gmail.com and they do well with staying in touch and keeping you updated! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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