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Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
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Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
A bit too much. Knock the weathering down slightly. -
Yellowing is a problem for most white plastics and how much yellowing occurs can vary widely by plastic type and specific batch formulation and storage conditions. With painting, I've found that clear coats tend to yellow more than uncoated white paint, so clear coating armor would likely not be much help.
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When it comes to paint it's usually the clear coat that starts yellowing. I typically tell folks not to clear coat for that very reason. I've never used that particular type of Rusto paint before, but I also wonder if the epoxy aspect of the paint might be part of the issue. Unfortunately, short of sanding and repainting, there's no magic method to remove the yellowing from either paint or clear coats.
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Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
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If it's attached properly, that's not usually an issue. I know that some folks have used fusible web to help position and place the riding patches prior to sewing, but most people just open the leg and use lots and lots of pins.
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The barcode as a rectangle measures 32mm in height x 98mm in length. Each individual bar is 3mm thick.
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If you choose to purchase a pair of gloves, the gloves from wampawear are near exact replicas of the original esprit motorcycle gloves. https://wampawear.com/product/biker-scout-gloves/
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it might be the lighting, but it looks more gray than black. You can blacken the suede using a leather dye, like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Oz-Suede-Dye-Black-Fiebing/dp/B008ROOJ1M I am more concerned about the extra ribbing on the fingers. That ribbing shouldn't be there and would be an issue for basic clearance.
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Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
What you have right now looks solid. -
Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
Looks good. Looks real good. -
If you put the thigh straps where I indicated in the photo, which corresponds with the placement of the CRL image, then you will be fine.
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Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
It looks fine but as I said earlier, outdoor lighting is best for judging that sort of thing. -
The overall shape of your riding patch looks good. Since the patches are already fully sewn on, I think the gap you show will likely be covered by your cod, the elastic strap, and the back flap. If that's not the case, then you can always adjust it later.
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As per the CRL, the E-11 is not authorized to be used with any of the legion scout costumes. You own the armor, so, outside of legion events, you can carry any blaster you like.
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Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
You're close but I would knock the weathering down just a bit. -
Sgt. Bilko’s Mando Scout Build
Chopper replied to Sgt.Bilko's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
To get a sense of the weathering, usually the best lighting is outdoor lighting. -
How to mount the scope on the DLT-19x(surfinbird)
Chopper replied to Fulcrum0025's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout Weapons
3M CA40H is a cyanoacrylate adhesive, same as superglue or krazyglue. CA sometimes has a mixed record with metals, but it will likely work if the magnets are countersunk into the plastic and there's enough surface area for the bond. Test it first before using it on everything. -
How to mount the scope on the DLT-19x(surfinbird)
Chopper replied to Fulcrum0025's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout Weapons
You can either use rare earth magnets or you can add some rods to the bottom of the scope with corresponding holes sunk into the body of the rifle. -
If you are committed to making your own gloves, then you can consult this tutorial for more guidance: https://forum.501stpathfinders.com/topic/23381-biker-scout-glove-tutorial/#comment-220144
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Your call, but the biker scout glove market isn't really one that's craving new vendors. Just ask John/plagu3is, who is still sitting on a stock of beautiful esprit replicas that he commissioned a few years back. The glove itself is tricky to replicate, due to the padding and seams. And anyone looking to clear privately made Esprit gloves is going to be evaluated against the high level of accuracy that's currently available on the market. Again, if you want to put the effort into duplicating something that's already available, that's your call, but IMO that time, energy, and cost may be better used elsewhere.
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We don't have infinite storage space on the site, so you'll need to use external photo hosting. See this thread for more info: https://forum.501stpathfinders.com/topic/23053-faq-how-do-i-post-images/ As for the gloves, can I ask why you're getting them custom made? There are numerous vendors who supply nearly exact replicas of the esprit glove, including KeepTrooping, who is based out of China. https://keeptrooping.com/product/biker-glove/
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Your flap is bunching b/c it's attached too high. However, the back flap is best adjusted once the bund, belt, and detonator positioning is all set up. Leave it for now and do further adjustments once you have those other parts in place.
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The back of your flight suit or vest
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The width of the cod is fine for basic. To better affix the cod you can remove the waist elastic and attach some velcro to the back of the cod and some velcro to the flight suit or flak vest.