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Can you post a side view pic of the entire tank sitting on the back? That will help the armorers determine how best to proceed with any additional trimming.

A small file should do the trick and will allow you more control.

Glad to hear things are progressing. Be sure to reach out if you have any questions.

Anytime! Glad it helped!

Take a look through my WIP. I have the undersuit mods and riding patch pretty detailed with some patterns to boot. Of course no pattern is a “one size fits all” when it comes to costume creation, but it will give you a sense of the shape and install for you to make your own. Hit me up with any question you may have. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/topic/21137-dennis-scout-wip-lancer/

The Kingshow 1366 boot appears to have been discontinued, but any boots with a similar shape and colored sole will work. Just make sure that the sole is not two-tone in color or dark tan/brown. It should be a wheat color. The Kingshow 1180 wheat is a good substitute. Prices have really jumped over the last year too. https://www.amazon.com/KINGSHOW-Mens-Wheat-Classic-Boots/dp/B08BJB37K2/ If you find a boot other than what has been suggested, feel free to post a pic and we’ll let you know if it’ll work or not.

Be mindful that the grey color used for the nose and trap decals is darker than the bars above the lens and the fish hook.

Using an RS helmet, that fish hook decal measures 27mm long x 20mm high. The three vertical decals above the lens measure 25mm x 4mm with about 2.5mm spacing between them. The traps and nose decals you’ll be able to work out by taking measurements of your bucket at those areas.

Great work so far, and thanks for taking the time to provide such great detail! It will be of immeasurable help to future scouts! Keep it coming!

I would shoot @MrPoopie a PM. He has created his own 3D print files and knows some of the better offerings available.

There are various vendors that make the armor parts, some, like RS Propmasters and Chefs Creations do full commissions. Other vendors focus on soft parts like the boots, flightsuit, etc. If you’re up to the challenge, most of the soft parts can be made by you which will save some money. Many of us, including myself, have gone that route with little to no prior experience. There are great how-to tutorials in the link posted above that will give you a sense of what to expect should you try to make various items yourself. As for the armor, check out the armor comparison thread to get a sense of what’s available and how it compares to the original. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/17774-the-ultimate-armor-comparison-thread/ Feel free to follow up with any questions as you go through the resources here on the forum.

3D printing can be “okay” for armor parts, but you should vet the sellers here with the armory team so you don’t waste money on files that will require a lot of work or modification to meet CRL requirements. The major issue with 3D files is that the helmets generally aren’t very accurate, and can require a lot of extra steps to correct, that is, if they can be corrected at all. Someone just inquired about 3D prints today, and the armory team gave some solid advice. Give this thread a read. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/topic/24064-is-there-a-best-3d-model-for-a-scout-helmet/

It’s important to note that while certain vendors have been vetted for use within the 501st, nothing sold is ever 501st approved. A vetted vendor means that their product meets current CRL standards, but final approval lies with your GML and how your costume compares to CRL requirements once finished. That being said, looking quickly at the Etsy link provided, I can tell you that the scout helmet will not meet basic CRL requirements. The vents around the bridge if the nose and on the top of the face plate need to be decals as do the traps in the back. The STL model shows that they are real. They will need to be filled in as well as the trap details in the back. I would ask @Chopper to take a look at the images on the site to see if there are additional areas that need to be addressed for approval. With regard to the Shadow Trooper, that CRL is managed by Special Ops, and it would be best to consult with them regarding whether the files meet their requirements. Their forum can be accessed via the link below: https://specops501st.com Let us know if you have any other questions.

Hey Derrick! Glad to see you back at it. All great recommendations above! For EC-17 blaster check out Blaster Works: https://blasterworks.net This is the Darth Voorhees mould under new ownership. Prob one of thee best blasters available and rubber! For the DLT19X, if you have access to a 3D printer, check out Surfinbird132’s model - https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/game/star-wars-dlt-19x-blaster-mg-34. It’s a great version perfectly scaled and easy to print and assemble. Stay away from the Etsy vendors that all show the same pic of the DLT. That version is woefully under scale in terms of width. If you have any questions, just post up and we’ll be happy to help. Endorfinders is now producing exact replicas of the original Espirit gloves. Definitely worth checking out. Next best thing to owning the real ones. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/topic/23835-preorder-open-espirit-replica-gloves/#comment-224908

Love that Chewie shot [emoji16].

Great work!

If it turns out you need to retouch the helmet because the paint has been scratched down to the primer, here is the color match for what RS uses. RAL 9010 They actually make a touch up pen so you might be able to use that instead of a rattle can. https://www.crosslinkpaints.com/RAL-9010-Touch-Up-Pen.html I cannot remember if the helmet is finished in matt or satin. @Chopper ? The armor is definitely gloss.

Sweet! Nice work!

That’ll work Matt. Keep in mind that the length of the neck piece for this particular dickie is meant to be turned down like a regular turtleneck and will be worn over your balaclava. It might be hotter than one with a 3” neck.

Here is the main tutorial that most of us use for our boot builds. It really is much easier than one may think. http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/19708-biker-scout-boots-tutorial/

For future inquiries… Here is the link to Blaster Works - https://blasterworks.net

Looks amazing, as always! You’ve got sewing great skills Jenny.

Awesome news! Congratulations!

Yep! Same stuff I used as well. https://www.joann.com/sateen-solids/5970074.html

Under Armour Unisex-Adult HeatGear Tactical Balaclava This one does a nice job wicking sweat and keeping you cool.