evnltr[TK] Posted June 21, 2023 Report Share Posted June 21, 2023 Legion Profile: https://www.501st.com/members/displaymember.php?userID=707&costumeID=126 Trooper Information Name: Justin Philpott FISD Forum Name: evnltr Legion ID: 9921 Garrison: Midwest Garrison Height: 5'9" Weight: 175lb Costume Information Armor Maker: RS Props (ABS) Helmet Maker: RS Props (ABS) Gloves and ESB Hand Guards: RS Props Neck Seal: ImperialSeamstress Soft Belt: RS Props Boots: Imperial Boots Holster: RS Props Electronics: Aker amp / Helmet Fan Kit Blaster: Blaster Factory Armor Photos Thank you for your consideration! Please let me know if you have any questions or need to see any additional details that I haven't provided. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crampeat[TK] Posted June 21, 2023 Report Share Posted June 21, 2023 Looking sharp, good luck, Justin! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted June 21, 2023 Report Share Posted June 21, 2023 Hi Justin. Thank you for your EIB application. One of us will be with you asap. Added to the line. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggydoc[Staff] Posted June 21, 2023 Report Share Posted June 21, 2023 Looking good. Good luck Justin. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemi[Staff] Posted June 23, 2023 Report Share Posted June 23, 2023 Hi Justin. thank you for your EIB submission. I would like to ask you a favor. Could you add 3 more photos? -close-up of the button panels (without the belt). -close-up of the Han snap. - close-up of the 6 rivets pack Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evnltr[TK] Posted June 23, 2023 Author Report Share Posted June 23, 2023 Copy that. No problem at all, sir. I'll get those taken and uploaded tomorrow evening or sometime on Saturday. However, I'll aim for tomorrow night. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evnltr[TK] Posted June 24, 2023 Author Report Share Posted June 24, 2023 Hello, I've attached the additional requested photos. Please let me know if you need anything else. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chemi[Staff] Posted June 26, 2023 Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 Hi Justin, and thank you for your EIB application! 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! 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. Excellent armor Justin!!! There are a few things we would like to comment to you, but most of them are "minor" things. Starting with the helmet. -L3. Ideally placement of the ears (and screws) should closely follow the rear angle of the Trap above them. This issue is present in 99% of the applications.But as we always tell you, it will only be a requirement for centurion level in case the helmet looks very bad... We encourage you to do so, and your helmet will look spectacular. Reference images -This is a detail that we frequently suggest too. As seen in the reference image, you could trim the ends of the brow trim. Easy fix Reference images -We see that you have 2 bumps on one side and 3 on the other. Yes, it is true, there were disparities in at least one helmet in the film, but most had 3 on each side, as you can see in the reference images. You can add one more stripe. Reference images Reference images show us that the Han Snap is usually closer to the edge. However, we have seen that your return edge is very wide, so it looks like the Han is misplaced. We think you could trim the return edge a bit to be more screen-accurate. Reference images -It seems that your posterior plate is sticking out a bit and is not aligned with the kidney. Maybe you can use the famous "v tabs" to fix it. Reference images -Just a dressing issue here. When putting on your calves take care of the back closure alignment. Reference images -The angle of the sniper knee plate should be a little sharper (don't make the corner a sharp one).. If you decide to fix this, take into account the alignment indicated in the points required for centurion level, below. Reference image *************************************************** 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. -CRL L3: There should be a minimal gap between the shoulder armor and the chest/back plates. It's very little, but we think you can reduce that gap a bit, and your armor will look much better. Small details make the difference. Reference images -L3.The plastic shoulder straps need to be held down in the back via a white elastic band to the white fabric that connects/bridges the chest and back piece. In this photo, it looks like the white elastic is there. When you submit your Centurion application (wink,wink), you can include some more clarifying images. Reference images -L3. If silk or satin gloves are worn, the hand plates have the correct visible stitching with a 5 point/star pattern, equally spread out with 2 on each side and 1 in the middle front, double stitched with 2 holes at each point and sewn to the glove at each one using black thread. Yours looks to be satin type gloves but the hand plates are affixed by an elastic strap and no stitched to them. You will have to remove the elastics and sew the hand plates to the gloves. Reference images -L3.The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt. You can trim the ends of the ABS belt a little. Reference images -L3. Drop boxes are vertically aligned with the end of the ammo belt with minimal gap between belt and box. You can prevent the drop boxes from moving by applying some E-6000 behind the strap. Reference image -L3. Canvas belt must be firm / sturdy in appearance. No creasing or sagging We suggest a slight haircut Reference images -L3 .Lower thigh ridge joins (front and rear) shall butt-up flush against each other. Any gaps must be backed with ABS or filled as not to be noticeable. You can glue a small square of ABS (inside), and fill the joint with ABS paste, sugru or something like that. Reference image -L3. Sniper knee plate must be aligned with the ridges on the shin. The ridges on the top do not align with the ridges on the top of the shin as required. This is a common issue. It doesn't need to be perfect, but it needs to be a lot closer for Centurion. Please, be extremely careful when removing the sniper knee plate, as it can easily break. Reference images That's all Justin. They may seem like a lot of things, but believe me, they are very simple fixes, which should not discourage you.... I look forward to seeing your Centurion application shortly.... Congratulations!!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted June 26, 2023 Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 Congratulations trooper and welcome to the Expert Infantry ranks and the EI Honor Gallery 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evnltr[TK] Posted June 26, 2023 Author Report Share Posted June 26, 2023 Wahoo!!! Thank you so much! Very proud of this. I appreciate the great details for getting to the next level. I've got a taste of OCD, so I can truly appreciate the granular look at these areas. I spent a good year on updating the kit for this entry, so I'll take a little breather and then start working on these updates to try for level 3. My absolute thanks to the team for the fantastic review. A special thanks to Karen Anderson Designs for the pics. They didn't know these details so I couldn't guide them too well with the kit on. Next photos for level 3, I'll have a fellow trooper help me and we can reference the notes here too. I've been in the 501st for over 20 years, so it's an true honor to take it up a notice. My best to all the TKs out there. I hope my pics help you all on your way for an ESB certification too! 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheRascalKing[TK] Posted June 27, 2023 Report Share Posted June 27, 2023 Congratulations, trooper! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sly11[Admin] Posted June 27, 2023 Report Share Posted June 27, 2023 Congratulations Justin, good to see a 4 digit legion ID becoming an Imperial Stormtrooper!! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
giskard8[Staff] Posted June 27, 2023 Report Share Posted June 27, 2023 Congratulations, trooper. Welcome to EIB. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evnltr[TK] Posted June 27, 2023 Author Report Share Posted June 27, 2023 Thanks so much everyone! That means a lot. Today is a good day. To celebrate, I'm dropping in a couple of extra pics in my thread just for fun. Enjoy! I'll see you all again when I run for level 3! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nairy[Staff] Posted June 27, 2023 Report Share Posted June 27, 2023 Congratulations EIB #1066! You look stunning! Proud to have you with us! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted June 27, 2023 Report Share Posted June 27, 2023 Congratulations Trooper , hope to see your Centurion app soon !! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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