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TK-20188 Requesting ANH Stunt EIB Status [RS Prop] (1050)


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Mandatory Information

 

Costume =  Stormtrooper, A New Hope (Stunt) 
Costume CRL Link = https://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:TK_anh_stunt

 

Name = Mirko Baltes
TK ID = 20188
Forum Name = mirko_in_action
Legion Profile = https://www.501st.com/members/displaymemberdetails.php?userID=32492
Garrison/Squad = German Garrisson/ Coastal Hammer Squad

Armor = RS Propmasters 
Helmet = RS Propmasters 

 

Optional Information

 

Height = 6 ft and 1.6 in or 187cm
Weight = 187lbs or 85kg
Boots = RS Propmasters 
Canvas Belt = RS Propmasters 
Holster = RS Propmasters 
Hand Plates = RS Propmasters 
Gloves = RS Propmasters 
Neck Seal = RS Propmasters 

Undersuit = RS Propmasters 
Strapping = RRS Propmasters 
Blaster = RS Propmasters E-11

 

 

Armor Photos

 

Full Body Front

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Full Body Back

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Full Right

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Full Left

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Right Side Detail

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Left Side Detail

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Action Photo

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Helmet Detail Photos

 

Front

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Side

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Back

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Hovi tip detail

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Lens color (Backlit if necessary)

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Accessory Photos

wrist opening

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Ammo belt

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Neckseal

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Blaster left side

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Blaster right side

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Blaster D-Ring

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Thermal detonator back

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Cod connection

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Shoes

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Rubber gloves

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Interior Strapping

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Abdomen Detail

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Working on your review now, Mirko, but we need a favor.  Can you post up some close-up side views of your sniper knee plate as seen below?   THANKS!

 

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Hi Mirko, and THANKS for your submission for ANH Stunt EI!

 

CRL and EIB Application Requirements:

All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Expert Infantry.  Congratulations!  :salute:

 

Other-Armor Fit/Assembly;

In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team.  Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor, and please keep in mind that  we consider both text (CRL) and pictures (screen caps/reference images) when reviewing submissions.

 

First, my apologies for the delay, sir, and before we begin, please don't be alarmed at the number of issues noted.  Many are fairly easy fixes, and we have complete confidence that you can address them for Centurion.  Some may take time, but we are here to help every step of the way!

All that being said, let's get going!

 

Note that the items in this section are only "highly suggested" items, not requirements.

  

Starting at the top, we noticed that your brow is sitting pretty low.  As a general rule Stunt TKs' trim sits higher, as opposed to Hero, so we are suggesting that you raise it a bit.

 

                                                                                                                                                        Reference images                                                                     Hero

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As seen in the reference images, the brow trim should be cut back a little to where it is even with the rear of the trap above it.  Easy fix!

 

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Your shoulder bells are positioned kind of high in proximity to the shoulder bridges.  Ideally the tops should sit evenly with them (or even a little below).  Adjusting the strapping to change this will also help cover more of the biceps.

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A simple strapping issue here-  your left bicep should come up at least 2 cm to be level with the right one.  Adjusting this will also ensure that it doesn't pop out under the shoulder bell (as seen in the reference pic).

                                                            

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When suiting up, be sure that both shoulder bridges are outside of the back tabs.  We also noticed that the alignment is somewhat off, and it may be worth checking the strapping to see if it is straight.

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Looks like your under-suit has bunched up at the sleeves and is peeking out of the wrist opening!  Putting your gloves on before the forearms (over the under-suit) will take care of that.

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Your left drop box should sit below the ABS belt, so your strap may need some adjusting.

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The TD is sitting slightly crooked, and I think this is due to the right side not being pushed all the way down.  Not a big deal, but when someone attaches it for you make sure they put it on snugly. :D

 

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Though not a deal breaker, we are HIGHLY suggesting that you reposition the rivets on your thigh ammo pack.  Being that close to the edge, if one gets snagged or caught on something it could tear it off of the thigh ridge.

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When suiting up, for a clean/crisp look it's important to make sure the tops and bottom of the calves line up evenly.

 

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You may need to add some Velcro or tighten the clasps...

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You have a really nice looking E-11 there, Mirko!  Just a suggestion that you reduce the number of coils, though.  Those were really only seen in publicity shots (they do look cool, though) and not in the film.  Cutting back to 8 or 9 as seen in the pics might look better.  It won't affect approval at any level, though.

 

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It looks like the tip of the cocking lever has broken off.  We are suggesting that you use some Bondo (or something similar) to bring it back to it's original shape.

 

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Centurion Requirements:

In this section we prepare you for our highest tier of approval.  Because Centurion photos must show more detail than EIB, items pertaining to Level 3 might be seen there and not here and additional photos may be required. We try to point out all that we can from what we are able to clearly see, but the final accuracy is the responsibility of the trooper.

 

Items listed in red are from the CRL.

 

 

Ideally, the tube stripes are positioned approximately a standard pencil width away from the cheek.  This is actually a requirement for Level 2, but since yours are somewhat close we are allowing this for Level 2 and moving it to Centurion.  They will need to be re-positioned, though.

 

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"The plastic shoulder straps need to be held down via a white elastic band..."  We realize that you don't have a lot of overlap, but this is a requirement.  Some white cloth elastic about 5 mm wide is what you need.

 

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The ABS belt should sit "at or just above..." the bottom of the ab-button panels.  Raising it even 4 or 5 mm would look MUCH better!

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Although not specifically mentioned in the CRL, the screw heads need to be painted white.  

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Another item not mentioned in the CRL is the placement of the "Han" snap.  We do allow a bit of leeway in some cases, but yours has been placed way too far from the corner.  We realize that there is a return edge, so you obviously can't place it on a curved surface, but it can be attached right at the edge.  Taking off a bit of return edge on the ab plate would look even better, and the hole will need to be filled with ABS paste.

                                                                                                                   Reference images

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A couple of items about your rivets here, brother-

1.  As per the CRL for Level 3, they are "...placed about 10 mm from the edge (of the plates).  Note in the last image (diagram) that it's the center of the rivet that is meant.  In addition to moving them in, you will need to move them up quite a bit as well, and each set (top/bottom/middle) should match up horizontally with it's counterpart on the opposite plate.

This can be a tough fix, but we can help guide you through it!

2.  Rivets are painted white, so yours will need a touch-up. **  Another easy fix!

**Hint:  Before putting the new rivets in, sand down the heads.  This will allow for better paint adhesion.

 

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Abdominal and kidney plate align horizontally at the top-  In looking at your connections, this can be easily remedied by adding some additional strapping inside on the right interior.  It doesn't have to be perfect, but definitely a lot closer. 

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As shown with the arrows, the areas between the drop boxes/cod are much different.  The reason for this is because the ABS belt is not centered.  Moving it in to where the center button cover is lined up with the center ridge would line it up perfectly and give you a more symmetrical look.  :duim:

 

                                                                                                                                     Reference images

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"Canvas belt must be firm/sturdy in appearance, with no creasing..." (yellow arrow).  Most belts have a plastic insert that stays rigid, which is especially important when your E-11 is holstered.

We also suggest a slight haircut. ;)

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Drop boxes are vertically aligned with the end of the (ABS) belt.  Moving the rear straps out a touch and applying some E-6000 behind the strap will keep these little devils in place!

 

                                                                                           Reference images

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The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45° angle that meets the outer edges of the cloth belt-  You may be able to get away with trimming the ends of the ABS belt, as long as the cut doesn't go into the square button covers on the ends.

 

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Lower thigh ridge joins.. shall butt up flush against each other.  Any gaps must be backed with ABS paste or filled as not to be noticeable.  I have a thread (link here) which will help! 

 

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Last up, there appear to be some red marks on your grip.  A quick session with some gloss black paint and you are golden! 

 

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And that's it.  We know you have some work to do, but we have faith that you can take some time and get these items sorted out!  Keep in mind that there are a lot of great folks in the German Garrison, and I'm sure if you reach out to them you can find an experienced TK that can assist you on a personal level.  Don't forget that we at the FISD are here to help as well!

We wish you all the best in your endeavor, and look forward to seeing your submission for Centurion soon!  :salute:

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  • justjoseph63 changed the title to TK-20188 Requesting ANH Stunt EIB Status [RS Prop] (1050)

Congratulations trooper and welcome to EI ranks and the Expert Infantryman Honor Gallery

 

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