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Thanks for your application Stefan! Stand by while the Level II Review team performs an evaluation. We'll let you know if there are any questions.

That's awesome man!

Thanks for the feedback. That image is an older one and not really shown unless you click the main image. Plus, that TD greeblie is from way back in 2011 - before we knew the correct part. I have tweaked the text to make it more clear. It's totally fine for basic clearance and could easily be modified if you'd like to go Lancer, no problem.

The Pathfinder staff wanted to clarify the status of a "Vanguard" Shoretrooper. We realize that a lot of hard work usually goes into building a Vanguard-class Shoretrooper. We also realize that the goal of obtaining this artisan level of costume building is a penultimate goal for many. So the Detachment wants to recognize the work that goes into each Vanguard build. To be a Vanguard, you must submit an application, be reviewed by the Vanguard Approval Team, and obtain approval from the Command Staff. If you sell your Vanguard class Shoretrooper costume, but still have a non-Vanguard-class Shoretrooper, you still maintain your Pathfinder Detachment membership. We will also allow you to remain Vanguard status on the forum, but will designate you as a "VANGUARD RETIRED" and your photo in the Vanguard gallery will reflect that change. If you sell your Vanguard class Shoretrooper, but do NOT have any Shoretrooper costume, but still have a 501st Legion-approved costume, you cannot remain a member of the detachment, per Legion charter. We will also allow you to remain Vanguard status on the forum, but will designate you as a "VANGUARD RETIRED" and your photo in the Vanguard gallery will reflect that change. If you sell your Vanguard class Shoretrooper costume, and do NOT have any other Legion-approved costume, you cannot remain a member of the detachment and cannot have access to the 501st section. At that point, we will remove your Vanguard status on BSN as well. Of course, since each Vanguard is evaluated on a case-by-case basis, we expect that the same will happen with each Vanguard retirement. If you have any questions, let us know!

To apply for the Vanguard squad within the 501st Pathfinder Detachment, please follow the steps outlined below: First, you must be approved for the costume you are applying for. If you aren't, get approved through your local Garrison. Post a thread in this section with your specific build details (i.e., title = YourName Vanguard Request). Make sure to list the maker of the armor, all parts and pieces in the build, and any other relevant information for your application. Make sure to include clear build images. It's usually best to post pics on an image hosting service like Imgur, Photobucket, or Flickr and link them in the thread. Only the applicant and Vanguard Review Team should comment on your thread. ALL other comments will be removed. The Vanguard Review team will be in touch with feedback from the team. Once approved, the status of your application will be "APPROVED". An announcement to the forum will be made and your action pic will be posted to the Lancer wall.

Please remember that Vanguard is NOT COMPULSORY, and if you do not agree with the standards set, then there is no requirement for you to try and attain it. The Pathfinder Vanguard standards go above and beyond the basic standards to demonstrate the costumer's skill and pride in the art of costuming. Application into the Pathfinder Vanguard is strictly voluntary and it is not a 501st Legion or Pathfinders membership requirement. Vanguard qualification is not automatic and it can only be obtained through the proper application process. In order to have a Shoretrooper costume approved for Vanguard membership, an applicant is required to meet the 501st Legion's basic costume standards for the costume and to be a registered Pathfinder on Bikerscout.net. One must apply to be included on the list. Vanguard status will be granted to applicants whose costumes meet the standards listed below. All applicants are required to submit photos of each aspect of their armor displaying each of the required components so that they may be judged by the review committee made up of the DL, XO and Vanguard Review Team. Vanguards who later sell their armor or who otherwise no longer meet the basic 501st Legion requirements for membership (i.e., whose armor deteriorates in quality or those who go permanently inactive) will be acknowledged as a Retired Vanguard. Anyone who buys the costume of a Vanguard will not automatically earn Vanguard status. Individuals who do so would have to apply for review as a new applicant would. Shoretrooper, Shoretrooper Capt and Shoretrooper SL Armour The whole base armour colour is Sahara beige Helmet Vanguard Level Base colour is Sahara Beige. The Helmet emblem is Orangey red colour and Pantone 18-1445 TPX Spicy Orange or closest match to screen used is recommended Chin Cup and strap added (Hard hat chin strap with cup with 3 cup oblong cut out shapes all laying flat . Lenses are curved. Second ridge on top of the tear drop that's sits against the lens must be present. Optional: Under the blaster shield and above the lens, there is the black recess curve, at each end there are 3 oblong shaped recess each approximately 5mm x 3mm. Small rectangle recess at the top inner mandibles. The 6 closed vent slots on each side of the helmet are slightly angled forward towards the face. The rear end of the ear plate is slightly angled forward towards the face. Shirt/Neck Seal Vanguard Level The neck seal is dark grey/charcoal grey, black is acceptable. The neck seal and bib fitted zip that zips from top to bottom. The shirt is made from cotton jersey material and has a honeycomb shaped mesh material under the armpit running from the stitch seam and forward towards the chest. Optional: Screen used under shirt is a Onesie with front zipper with thumb holes Chest Plate Vanguard Level Armour base colour is Sahara Beige. Plastezote is desired or the foam, however plastezote material style is acceptable. The shoulder buckle has a slight different shape to the shin buckles. Pin bar closed and not split above the screw, Screw grove is covered and the rear lever bar is longer on length and the curve is slighter and more square than shin buckle. So as you can see the difference are It has a closed pin bar. The screw grove is filled in. The end lever bar is larger and the curve is different. Shoretrooper Capt and SL all above plus: Blue : layered Ford Nordic Blue, and grey ageing spray. The best way to achieve the correct colour grey/blue is to: Spay Nordic Blue and let dry Spray a very light mist of mat black and let dry Spray a light cover of grey ageing spray. Optional: The Buckles have a 25mm x 10mm x 6mm slot attachment fitted to the front buckle bar. The Chest plate has a slot recces approximately 27mm x 12 mm x 3mm for the buckles to slot into, the buckle sits approximately 2-3mm above the chest plate. Back Plate Vanguard Level Armour base colour is Sahara Beige. Plastezote is desired for the foam, however plastezote material style is acceptable. There is a small circle cut out hole approximately 5mm in diameter above and to the left hand side corner of the left large recces. There are 2 small square cut out holes approximately 5mm x 5mm above and to the right hand side of the left large recces. There are 2 small rectangle raised greeblies directly above both large recess vents. The are not central the are positioned over the first and 3rd vents from the outside in. There is a small recces on the bottom right side of the back plate. There is a rectangle shaped line cut recces on the edge of the back plate, positioned halfway down the right side. There are 2 small rectangle recess directly behind both raised shoulder strap slots 1. Blue arrows , small rectangle raises 2. Red arrows, 2 small square holes and 1 small circle hole that can go all the way through the armour with no backing or they can be backed , when backed the cutouts are not shallow and must be deep enough to match the second below picture. NOTE this picture has been brightened to show the depth and the light grey is darker than shown. 3. Green arrow , one long rectangle raise 4. Orange arrow, one circle raise 5. Yellow arrow , cutout recess 6. Black arrow , cutout recess 7. White arrows , 2 recess behind each rear strap housing Backed circle and 2 square cutouts showing depth (approx 5mm) : NOTE this picture has been brightened to show the depth and the light grey is darker than shown. close up of 2 x recess slots behind each rear strap housing There is a stepped ledge under the main back box Optional: Hose fitting greeblie inside the right recess may have a "paint run" detail around it as long as it is not too thick and is the correct orientation. Abdomen Section Vanguard Level The 4 abdomen greeblies must be to a high standard of detail. Armour colour :Sahara Beige. Matt Black Shoretrooper Capt above and: Blue : is layered Ford Nordic Blue, and grey ageing spray. Optional : The abdomen is attached at the rear with material and zip which is hidden behind the back plate. This is a picture of the R1 TK and we have been told the same set up was used with the ST. Shoulder Armour Vanguard Level Colour Armour :Sahara Beige. White, : Flat white , Matt white Black :Matt Black The upper balck stripe is thicker than the lower black stripe. Shoretrooper Captain and Squad Leader all above plus: Blue : layered Ford Nordic Blue, and grey ageing spray. Biceps Vanguard Level Colour Armour :Sahara Beige. Right Bicep Red :Toyota Red 3E5. Yellow : Flat yellow. Forearms Vanguard Level Squad Leader and Grunt: Colour Armour :Sahara Beige. Shoretrooper Captain: Colour Armour :Sahara Beige. Blue : is layered Ford Nordic Blue, and grey ageing spray. Yellow : Flat yellow. Hand Plates Vanguard Level Colour Armour :Sahara Beige. Belt Vanguard Level Colour Drop boxes :Sahara Beige. Extra long dropbox, should be fitted correctly for screen look, using the slot and webbing strap method (please see http://forum.bikersc...showtopic=17208 for example. Rear Belt Plate Assembly Vanguard Level Colour Armour plate, detonators and drop box :Sahara Beige. Hip-plates Vanguard Level Armour Colour :Sahara Beige. Plastezote is desired for the foam on the belt, however plastezote material style is acceptable. Plastic sheet for the armour on top Breeches Vanguard Level Breeches have the correct stitching lines and the diamond shape pattern on the inside of the knee area. Breeches have two vertical rows of lace holes with black parallel lacing that run from just of centre of the shin and before the outside of the knee to the bottom of the leg. Shins Vanguard Level Colour Armour :Sahara Beige. Moulded straps on the shin are NOT acceptable at level 2, the Strapping must be separate parts. The top layer on the rear raised cover strip ends under the top buckle strapping and the bottom layer continues to the top edge. The straps will not have a gap at the back they must go all the way around. Boots Vanguard Level Level 2: Boots must be Orca Bay Brecon Chelsea Boots (Havana, Sand or Elk all acceptable when weathered correctly) E-11B Blaster Vanguard Level Base is based on S&T Airsoft sterling with closed working parts (no spring) Screws used should be M4 x 25mm Allen screw/bolt And 2 sunken M4 x 25 for holding power cylinder in place E-22 Blaster Vanguard Level Base is based on S&T Airsoft sterling with closed working parts (no spring) PIc as above. Screws used should be M4 x 25mm Allen screw/bolt And 2 sunken M4 x 25 for holding power cylinder in place If sling is fitted it is 1 inch webbing strap that is adjustable using a silver 1 inch 3 fixed bar webbing buckle. The sling is optional. Sling is fitted with Talon quick release swivel or replica. Optional: Red lights fitted on both sides of the rear housing, Hengstler fitted with a red light for the 3 forward tubes and 2 small red lights fitted into the rear barrel housing under the torch. Lights are permanent and are non flashing or pulsed.

You have done a spectacular job Ryan. Why did you go with double rivets on the belt? If you ever decide to go for Lancer, that's going to be an issue.

Amazing job on this kit and setup.

Yep, all correct. Spec Ops has this on their to-do list.

Troops: I am very happy and pleased to announce that Peter Holzemer, TB-91005 (Retrofire), has been awarded the Lancer rank. Please join me in congratulating him on this accomplishment. Well done trooper! http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=18357

Congrats Peter and well done! The Lancer badge has been added to your profile.

Welcome to the Pathfinders forum!

Nice job, that's pretty cool!

I personally prefer ABS, but that's just me.

Troops: I am happy to announce that Paul Beer, TB-21781 (Paulbeer78), has been awarded the Lancer rank. Please join me in congratulating him on this accomplishment. Well done trooper! http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=18016

Congrats!

Congrats!

Troops: I am happy to announce that Michael Perkins, TB-10114 (TriumphTrooper8), has been awarded the Lancer rank. Please join me in congratulating him on this accomplishment. Well done trooper! http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=18300&hl=&fromsearch=1

Congrats!

Troops: I am happy to announce that Alex Haugen, TB-67627 (DesertScout), has been awarded the Lancer rank. Please join me in congratulating him on this accomplishment. Well done trooper! http://forum.bikerscout.net/index.php?showtopic=18296&hl=&fromsearch=1

Great pics man, thanks for all the work. I still wonder if this fella from RO is Ezra.

Welcome to the Pathfinders forum!

Ah, gotcha. Once you get out there trooping, you'll never see those stains. Plus you'll pick up natural weathering as you mentioned. That's how mine was done, too.

Try out Goo Gone. It's great for cleanup like that and also removes paint safely. It's citrus and natural, too. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B002S4I79M/ref=asc_df_B002S4I79M5171249/?tag=hyprod-20&creative=395033&creativeASIN=B002S4I79M&linkCode=df0&hvadid=198084439869&hvpos=1o2&hvnetw=g&hvrand=11267688381825559796&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9027284&hvtargid=pla-327373585905

Okay, I will get that moved for you.