bluecyclone

Because your pic still shows webbing between the pieces. Painting the rivets when the belt is put together correctly is ok, it hides them better. Painting the rivets when the belt is still in three seperate pieces with webbing between them is pointless. See photo:

Add two rivets, top and bottom, to connect the side pieces. Use white rivets, or if you can't find those, just paint the rivet heads white after riveting.

No faulting here, we are just trying to help you finish with what you started. The belt above is acceptable if put together correctly, rivets are fine. Just make sure that there is no webbing between the pieces giving the appearance of three seperate sections, that is what the original issue with yours was. If riveted correctly (with white rivets) it gives the appearance of one solid piece. PS. Just so you know your options, there are armor makers that make the 1 piece belt.

About the belt question, no. You will need to replace it all together. The rivet statement you quoted from Jay was in regards to having rivets on the costume in general. Painting your belt rivets will not correct the fact that it is in 3 seperate pieces. Buy a new accurate blaster. I think you need to come to the understanding that some of these things are just not "fixable" and you will have to purchase some new items, that is if you want to continue with the application, which just as a reminder is optional. None of these things "have" to be done.

To replace the base of the boot you would have to replace the boot all together. I recommend making another pair of boots, with the correct color soles.

Again, please do not delete or modify your posts here, that only causes more confussion. If you have professional photos that show your armor with the corrected items listed than please post those when you have them, we are not going to grant Lancer status to someone and review photos after, it doesn't work that way. Let's take a look at some of the things you say have been corrected: Belt- We see you have riveted the two side sections to the main center piece, this is still incorrect, as stated, the belt needs to be one solid piece. This is where the homework part of this hobby comes in play. We have many screen and other Lancer applicant pics to help you with this. Some things can not be quickley fixed, you will have to replace the belt altogether with a more accurate one. Boots- The stiching on the top is still inaccurate, when we said to re-stich it and clean it up, that did not mean to stich it by hand. Again, see other examples of how this should be done. If you can't sew, no big deal, neither can I, you will just have to find someone to do it for you. Again, some things can not be quickly fixed, you should probably have someone make you a pair of more accurate boots. One of our Lancers (Marcel) is doing a run of boots for fellow members, see his thread in the Boot section. His Accurate Boots: Your Boots: I'm going to stop there, and let the other Command members step in. I don't want you to think I'm picking on you. I'm not doubting that you spent time on your gear. But to us, it just looks like not enough has gone into it. And like I said in my PM response to you, my comment on "not at this time" is exactly just that, it doesn't mean we want you to not continue with this or stop the application, just make corrections and move forward. You submited, we reviewed and responded.

I'm sorry Alex, but it doesn't really look like you did anything to correct the issues stated. I strongly advise you to review other Lancer applicants threads, see their pics, study them, study some screen pics, ask us questions you might have or if you need help in a certain area. As of right now, there are just too many inaccurate things about your gear to qualify it for Lancer status. Remember, the costume has to be worn correctly, not just have the correct parts. I am sorry to have to say that I can not give my approval at this time for your application. If I wasn't being honest it wouldn't be fair to you or the other Lancers.

The first issue we need you to address is your boots, the holster is inaccurate, and the flap that goes across the front is too wide. Next is your helmet, the black pinstripping is incorrect, they all need to be the same length, and we need more detailed photos of the helmet. Address these issues and we will go from there.

On behalf of the Command team, we would like to welcome David Granger (Witness) to the Lancer Squad. Congratz! Now get out there and make us Lancers proud! Make sure you send a good pic to Madphisto so he can add it to the Lancer page.

See Anouncements.

Just to verify, your material on the crotch is suede or suede-like correct? It looks shiny in the photo and gives the look of being silky. Also, remove the white "lip" from the back of your bucket. Other than that,

Thanks, we will review and get back to you!

Well done, we will get back to you.

First issue that needs to be addressed is your helmet bolts, KS helmets do not come with the correct ones, those will need to be replaced with more accurate bolts.

We will review your request and get back to you shortly.

Nice!

On behalf of the Command team, we would like to welcome Piotr (flc) to the Lancer Squad. Congratz! Now get out there and make us Lancers proud! Make sure you send a good pic to Madphisto so he can add it to the Lancer page.

See Anouncements.

Robert "BrotherHalo" Tyrrell Good job to both Nathan and Robert for running. Bob, the Pathfinders of the 501st Legion await your command.........

Thanks, we will review and get back to you shortly.

On behalf of the Command team, we would like to welcome Marcel (4505Marcel) to the Lancer Squad. Congratz! Now get out there and make us Lancers proud! Make sure you send a good pic to Madphisto so he can add it to the Lancer page.

See Anouncements.

Nice Marcel, we will get back to you soon.

Your belt needs to be one solid piece, not three sections with webbing in between.

Ok, here we go: 1- Rivet on top of your helmet visor need to be removed. Try and get that "flare" down on the mask as well. 2- Boots need to be cleaned up alittle, better seam line at the top and the two large screws at the top of the holster should be replaced with rivets as well as rivets on the bottom. 3- Backplate needs to be cleaned up, clear all of the excess glue from around the tank. The rank stripes should all be the same length and only 1-6 of them. 4- Gloves need to have that little clip or zipper removed. 5- Need to see better/ up close pics of your t-bits. 6- Need to have the suede parts added to suit and pics provided. 7- Belt needs to be one solid piece, not sectioned into three with webbing between the pieces. See Gallery for reference pics. Address these items and get back to us. As Jay stated, there is no rush, take your time.