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Wayne and Jacqui's Mando Scout Trooper Build
Chopper replied to UCFWayne's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
Any approvable ROTJ helmet will work for the Mando scout as well. Kropserkel. Studio Creations, RS, Mon Cal etc. -
MKE-Trooper – Mandalorian Scout Trooper WIP
Chopper replied to MKE-Trooper's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
That should be fine. Just wanted to make sure when you mentioned the flak vest. -
Wayne and Jacqui's Mando Scout Trooper Build
Chopper replied to UCFWayne's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
Nice work with your build progress. Just a question, but did you get the helmets from WTF as well? If so you should be aware of this impending deadline: -
MKE-Trooper – Mandalorian Scout Trooper WIP
Chopper replied to MKE-Trooper's topic in Scout Trooper: "The Mandalorian" WIP
From an initial pass, I don't see any immediate issues with your selection. All are longstanding well known vendors. From what I've heard, I don't think that Stephtrooper is active anymore. Note that the Mando scout has different requirements for the soft goods vs the ROTJ scout. There is no flak vest and the undersuit is a flight suit. Check what you're getting against the CRL first. https://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:Scout-Trooper-The-Mandalorian -
Congrats Jared
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TB-32173 Lancer Status Request (Approved)
Chopper replied to Bikrtrash's topic in Lancer Deployment Request
The hole on the end of singlepoint scope is approximately 17mm deep and the rim is about 1.5mm wide, though the inside gets wider the lower it goes. You can see a good example of what the scope looks like, below. The photos also show the ridges on the inside of the scope end. -
RS Prop Masters Kit - Missing Pencil Marks for Trimming
Chopper replied to Gulliver's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout HQ
I would carefully examine the photos in the Scoutopedia and draw your own pencil lines. You can post them here and the armory team can offer guidance prior to cutting. http://www.501stpathfinders.com/scoutopedia.php -
Kriptontop's vest is good. Go with him over Imperial Boots/Keeptrooping. And his bund/cod/pouches are better as well. Another option is Chrisx909x:
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A hollow barrel should only be present if the model follows all of the features of the "hero" blaster. This is not the case for many, if not all of the scout blasters out there. The blaster model the OP posted appears to use the stunt blaster as a model, so the barrel should not have a hole in it. Reference, hero blaster, below:
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I think your flak vest is fine, at least based on how it looks in the photo. A lot will depend on how it looks when it's worn. For the pouches, the front flap should be re-done so that it fully closes. It looks like you have some extra material that's sewn onto the back side, so that might give you the extra length you need. The text in the CRL that says, "Pouches have appearance of being affixed to the cummerbund by the attachment tabs as per the originals" means that the pouches are attached via the tabs. We don't care how they're attached. They can be sewn or you can use velcro. But the attachment point has to be the tabs.
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TB-32173 Lancer Status Request (Approved)
Chopper replied to Bikrtrash's topic in Lancer Deployment Request
The review team has completed their assessment and our findings are below: Measurements that are missing from application and still need to be provided: Shoulder armor elastic Boot toe strip Dropbox straps Belt webbing Corrections, Adjustments, and Notes: Bicep Armor T-bit is covered in glue. Should be replaced or at least refinished and painted. Bicep armor should be worn a little higher and moved upward 1/2”-1”. Chest/Back Armor Shoulder bridge covers are 1.5" in length. The CRL calls for 0.5" to 1" bridge covers. They will need to be replaced with the proper sized covers. Side strap elastic is ribbed and needs to be replaced with non-ribbed white elastic. The rank bars don't appear to be the same thickness -- the bottom bar appears thinner than the others. If you are using 4 rank bars then they all need to be double thick and you need to use the trapezoid in the middle of the horizontal tank line. Reference: http://www.501stpathfinders.com/images/scoutopedia/06. Back Armor/ROTJ pouches tank.jpg Codpiece Stitched rectangle on the front of the codpiece, where the crotch strap is attached, should not be visible. Belt Right side dropbox should be moved up about half an inch”. Rear parachute buckles are inverted. Detonator End caps should be trimmed down. Recommend taking approx 1/4" off. Tube color is silver and should be replaced with grey tubing or painted gray. Boots Closure loop is too large and should be at the top of the boot closure. Reference: http://www.501stpathfinders.com/images/scoutopedia/15. Misc/MOTM_17701.jpg Holster Lower right rivet on the holster appears to be missing in the original photos. Please verify that it's been replaced. Blaster Barrel divot needs to be filled in. Scope-end should be drilled out. Reference: http://www.501stpathfinders.com/images/scoutopedia/13. Blaster/Auction Blaster52.jpg Indented rings in scope need to be filled in. Reference: http://www.501stpathfinders.com/images/scoutopedia/13. Blaster/Auction Blaster47.jpg Thank you again. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any further questions or need any clarification. -
Guess the board didnt like a png file. Edited my original post with a jpg.
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The shade is what was described as "Ferrari White" in the Star Wars Costumes book. Most of the time we recommend what's called "Appliance White" for the helmet color. Someone posted this chart a few years back though, disclaimer, I haven't seen the listed color in person. It might be worth seeing if you can get a sample of the color code at Halfords.
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TB-32173 Lancer Status Request (Approved)
Chopper replied to Bikrtrash's topic in Lancer Deployment Request
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TB-32173 Lancer Status Request (Approved)
Chopper replied to Bikrtrash's topic in Lancer Deployment Request
Thank you. Do you have a link to higher resolution versions of the new photos? The sizes are all very small and it's difficult to see the details. -
RS outsources their soft goods from Imperial Boots/Keep Trooping, so this would be a question for anyone ordering from that site. As an armorer, I can tell you that those pouches look pretty dark and I'm disinclined to sign off of them. If you don't mind, could you take a photo with outdoor lighting?
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EC-17 hold out blaster files?
Chopper replied to FrostyTurnip541's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout Weapons
I would not recommend those, as the handle segment is not very accurate. -
EC-17 hold out blaster files?
Chopper replied to FrostyTurnip541's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout Weapons
You may want to talk to @MrPoopie about his blaster files. -
Congrats on your approval.
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Approval for Electric Scooters in Parades.
Chopper replied to Dean McInnis's topic in ROTJ Biker Scout HQ
Using a Honda Compacto Scooter (or any scooter) as a part of a 501st event is going to be up to the local unit, as well as whatever organization is holding the parade. There will likely be a lot of variation in what's allowed or not, depending on both of those factors. I'd start by asking your local garrison about it, and if they're okay with the idea in general, determining what events would allow them.- 1 reply
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The width of your cod looks okay. The best way to keep the cod from developing folds it to add some foam or buckram fabric to the inside. Your front armor looks fine, but I think you should work on bringing your back armor up about 5cm. Can you lower your belt any further before it starts to feel uncomfortable? That might help with how your pouches are hanging.
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Congrats on your approval, scout