BikerScout007

Just to second Pete here, just know that the Detachment has been working very closely with Walt on his new armor kit. But it all depends on the final product. From what I've seen from his molds though, he should be good to go As for the helmet, Walt will be doing a license of the Lone Wolf, which, before RS Props and EFX came along, was the top-of-the-line, must-have Scout bucket. (Why he was never doing these from the beginning I will never know )

Buddy that's a great question! I'm honestly not aware of one, and I should emphasize -- the Armor Party build video is aimed at newbies that are really getting started in the world of costuming. More seasoned builders or hobbyists have some pro-stuff and would probably scoff at my list. To the extent this helps, here is the text from the video: Dremel Lexan Scissors Drill (with 1/8th bit) Leatherpunch Rivet Gun 1/8 or 3mm rivets 1/8 Rivet washers Heat Gun Hot Glue Gun Sanding blocks Zip ties Zip tie anchors E6000 Sewing machine Elastics: - 2 inch black - 1 inch black - 1/2 inch black - 1 or 1/2 inch white Sticky-back industrial velcro 2 inch nylon strap 1.5 inch white cotton webbing 1.5 inch black parachute buckles Sew-on velcro 1/4 inch Black vinyl tape Gray vinyl sticker paper

Will get to this year!

Good luck, buddy!

As Chopper says, it DOES apply to this CRL as well. Any CRL that uses the ROTJ Scout style helmet (so ROTJ, JFO, Mando, etc.) It would not of course apply to the Rebels Scout, which uses a totally different helmet (also made by Walt, btw). But again, the person in question has until AUGUST 10TH to complete their application if they are planning on using Walts V1 helmet. This does not apply to the V1 armor, but as I said above, Walt is phasing that out on his own and replacing it with a much better set. That has more to do with his molds wearing out after 7 years of use.

You'll want something that is fairly firm. Like pool hosing. So it can support the force of the rivets and the drill clips. I don't know about that tubing you saw on Ace's website, but by the way it's all folded up in the package makes me think it might be a little too flexible.

I believe Studio Creations does. Also you can check your local hardware store for that type of hose

The originals were cotton. These days most folks use coveralls which are usually a cotton/polyester blend. The suede patches are added separately. Most of us use thin pig suede that we get from places like Tandy Leather

Sorry! I hear "boxes" and my mind always goes to the dropboxes. I think you're doing fine. Also, once you have the flight suit and other soft goods in, you might find it fits better. It's okay if your belt sits between your waist and your hip bones. What we're trying to avoid is the belt being worn on the hips, like the way modern jeans are worn.

Where you are wearing your belt seems fine, hard to answer the drop box question without seeing them on. The drop boxes should sit a bit forward, they aren't right at your sides.

The tank gap and other build quirks was covered in our Armor Party video:

It's not necessary, but I would advise wearing clothes with a similar thickness to your soft goods when sizing. With all the strapping being elastic, you don't want it to be too loose when determining the length of the straps. So a jersey sweater or a long-sleeve work shirt might help you better approximate how things are going to feel when you have your undersuit on. And of course, check out the armor party video:

I would shorten the straps. At the end of the day, your GML is going to look at your pictures alongside the CRL pictures and judge accordingly. I have my buckles like you do with my Shoretrooper. So they (and the front end of the strapped) are glued in the front and then the other side of the strap gets pushed into the housings on the back armor when I suit up. Some people do the opposite and have the buckles velcro to the front (or use magnets). Maybe that option would work better?

AH that's because it's been deleted. It was in the trash. Guess she took it down I haven't heard from her either, so Im guessing she closed up shop

All the Vendors on this list are approvable:

@spike sells finished approved helmets.

Now that you mention it, she has been quiet lately. I have a message out to her; I'll let you know what I find out.

WOW! Thank you for sharing

Have no fear @Worst, preliminary work on the soft goods video has already begun! It was just too much for one video.

The method for closing isn't as important as whether it looks correct when viewed from the outside!

That looks sick! Well done

If you're on a small budget, what I do with acrylics is blob them on, then douse a paper towel with rubbing alcohol and dab at the paint to knock it back.

If you need screen and production references, please check out the Scoutopedia. There are some great pics of the "barcode decals" that should give you an idea of placement: https://www.501stpathfinders.com/scoutopedia.php

Those all look pretty solid choices. I would just go ahead and get the Wampa Wear gloves, you are in safe hands there. That was an unintentional pun lol EDIT: We posted at the same time. The indents look pretty good to me. If I'd bring up anything it would the spacing of the traps. Nothing that would hold up approval, but they seem a bit more far apart than on the screen used. (Approx 3 inches) Best of luck to you on your journey! We have a great armor team here ready to assist you.