Aradun

Taking the bottom in 1/2 cm on either side did give it a better shape. You can see how much was taken in/removed in the photo below. How’s it look now? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks Constantin. If the cod extends 1cm beyond either side of the strap the I need to bring mine in about a 1/2 cm on either side. It currently 1.5cm. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Great work! Looking good! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Cod Piece Using the measurements from Strider’s cod piece tutorial (35cm x 22cm) http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/15433-cummerbund-and-cod-piece-tutorial/ I created the pattern below, and here’s the test fit. Keep in mind that what you’re looking at is a newsprint cut out of the cod piece. It measures 14” (35cm) in length and is 8 7/8” (22cm) wide at the very top. It begins to taper in about 5” down from the top tapering in to 7.5” at the top seam of the chevron. The chevron itself is 4” up from the bottom of the cod at it’s center point and the bottom of the cod measures 3” wide. I know it should probably be raised about an inch but being paper it was a bugger to work with and get into position. I’d really like some feedback on the shape before I cut my fabric. The full pattern is here: Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

If you’re looking to purchase instead of making your own, then everything you need for soft goods can be found in the vendor list below: http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/forum/156-vendor-sales/ Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

A great tutorial on making boots that a lot of scouts follow. I’m using it now. Cheesewhoopy also sells them on the vender forum for a decent price too. Biker Scout Boots Tutorial https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink/topic?share_fid=2091901&share_tid=19708&share_pid=178103&url=http%3A%2F%2Fforum%2E501stpathfinders%2Ecom%2F&share_type=t&link_source=app Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I realized after I replied that your order was about two months prior to mine and that you just recently received it. I also recall reading your arguments in what I think was the same thread I referenced earlier. Now I’m really gonna be watching your build to see what you do [emoji6]. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I think they posted somewhere in this forum that they do it that way because that is how it was done for the film. However I thought I read somewhere that they had changed it so that it is all the same sheen based on feedback from 501st and now everything is same. Not sure on that one though. I’ll know for sure when I receive my set.

I ordered my RS bucket and armor at the end of Feb and will hopefully have it sometime by the end of April maybe early May. I went with the weathered (aka dirty) version. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Check the trade forum for your needed soft parts. Someone recently posted pouches for sale: FS: Never used brand new white Pouches https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink/topic?share_fid=2091901&share_tid=21380&share_pid=195848&url=http%3A%2F%2Fforum%2E501stpathfinders%2Ecom%2F&share_type=t&link_source=app And some else a flak vest and undersuit: FS - Flight Suit & Flak Vest https://r.tapatalk.com/shareLink/topic?share_fid=2091901&share_tid=21384&share_pid=195872&url=http%3A%2F%2Fforum%2E501stpathfinders%2Ecom%2F&share_type=t&link_source=app Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Nice job Brien! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks for this link! That’s a pretty reasonable price point and it looks like a great 3D print. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

A solid start! Looking forward to watching your build as I await delivery of my RS armor and bucket. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Awesome! Can’t wait to see em. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Cummerbund Material: 36” x 44” 100% cotton sateen fabric 2” white Velcro Sizing your CB Length: Measure your chest just below your pecks while wearing your undersuit and flak vest. Add 3” to this measurement (1” for bunting volume, 1” for Velcro closure, and 1” for seams) Sizing your CB Width: CBs are now standardized to be between 8” - 9” wide. So you’ll need double that and then add 1” for your seams. Use your pouches to determine the width. Pouches have a set height of 6”, but the tabs can vary between 2” - 3”. My pouches had a 3” tab so I made my CB width 9” (doubled + 1” = 19”) Overall fabric needed for this build was 44” x 19”. Once you measure and cut your material I recommend ironing it with steam to remove any wrinkles and creases prior to stitching. It’ll be more difficult to press once the bunting has been added. Seaming the Bund: I added 1” to both the length and width of the CB so that I could create 1/4” seams. I measured 1/2” around the border of the material and drew a line along the 1/2” mark. Fold the edge of the material to the 1/2” line. This creates a 1/4” fold. Then fold it again (another 1/4”) so the the cut edge is now tucked and locked in under the seam to prevent fraying once sewn. I did this for all for edges. Once it’s all seamed, fold the material in half, lining up the top and bottom length to create your 8” - 9” bund and mark the center. Then measure out your 6 vertical stitch lines to create your 5 ribs. Measure out 1” from the far right and left vertical stitch lines and make a mark along the top edge of the bund. This is where your pouches would begin. They should be no more than an 1” or so from the outermost vertical stitch line on either side. I also measured out 5” to mark the opposite end of the pouch, and repeating the marks for the pouches on the back side of the bund. Then lay out your markings for where you want to place any Velcro to attach your pouches and CB to your flak vest. I used two 2” x 1” strips of Velcro to attach the bottom of my pouches to keep them from flopping around. I also attached a 4” x 2” strip of Velcro on the reverse side of the bund directly behind where each pouch would sit in order to attach the bund to my flak vest. I avoided running any Velcro behind the ribs because I was fearful that it would effect the end result of my vertical stitch lines for the ribs. The Velcro I was using was rather stiff. I added a 3” x 2” strip of Velcro on the reverse side along the top next to both Velcro closures to secure the back of the bund to the flak vest. FRONT: BACK: Then measure and cut your bunting. I used three layers of 3/16” bunting giving an overall thickness of 9/16”. Pin the top edge even and sew the seam. Prior to sewing the 6 vertical stitches remeasure from the edge of the bund to the top and then the bottom of your first vertical line. Why? Because while sewing the top seam I found the the seam pulled the top about 1/8” so the top of my vertical stitch lines curved ever so slightly to the right. I noticed this because the marks I made back for positioning the pouches had shifted after I seamed it. The bottom of the vertical lines were fine. Remeasuring allowed me to straighten my lines. Once you ensure that your lines are straight, begin sewing the vertical lines. Start at the seam (top of the bund) and stitch down to the bottom of the bund where there is no seam. Be sure to keep the fabric taunt by pulling to the right and left as you guide the bund through the machine. This will keep the stitch from puckering the bund. Slow and steady wins the race here. Note: if you start from the bottom of the bund and stitch up to the seam, the fabric will be more likely to pucker. I made that mistake when creating my first bund and had to redo the entire bund. All that’s left is to add your 2” Velcro closure to either end of the bund. Make sure that the bund closes right over left. I still have to add my Velcro closure which will also serve to the seam the edges of the bund, and then add my pouches. I plan to stitch the tabs to the bund. I’ll post those photos once I finish. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Phenomenal work Constantin. You’re an excellent craftsman! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks Corey. I completely forgot that I subscribed to your CB and cod thread ages ago. I went back and gave it another look and will be adding some of those tips to my build. I also plan to reduce the bunting in the CB. The quilting of the sleeves and shoulders of the flak vest are 3/8” and I want to go just a tad thicker for the CB, but 3/4” was definitely too thick. My bunting is 3/16” thick so three layers will reduce the thickness to just under 5/8” which looks much better to my eyes. Alas, while sowing my ribs this morning, my first line puckered the fabric because I wasn’t pulling tight enough when running the line. I can’t remove the stitch so I’m going to start over and use this one as a sample pattern to lay out my Velcro attachments, etc. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Absolutely. A pig skin hide is roughly 7 - 10 sq ft. Mine was around 7 sq ft and I had plenty left over. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

I currently have it pinned and set to be raised about 5”, but wanted to get some feedback before cutting it. With the test fit for the CB in the photo below the vest sat about an inch above the bottom of the bund. Here’s a test fit with the bund. No ribs sown yet. Questions regarding the bund. 1. The pouches were sown directly to the bund for the film, which I’m planning to do too, but was wondering if you had any thoughts on making them detachable with Velcro as some scouts do? 2. When adding Velcro to keep the bund from sliding down or rotating, is it preferable to secure the bund to the vest or the armor? I’ve seen both ways and am wondering if one is better than the other. I suspect that attaching to the vest is better so the bund doesn’t pull down on the armor, especially if the pouches are being used to store stuff, but I’ll defer to the opinion of the experts. 3. My batting for the bund is 3/4”. Is that sufficient? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Looks Awesome Strider! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

You read my mind Corey. I just added the pic with me wearing the vest over my undersuit today, and was thinking it may be too long after seeing everything together. Glad to hear you confirm my suspicion. I’ll take it up as you suggest later this week (an easy fix) and then repost a photo. Thanks for the feedback! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks! I’m glad I’m able to help. I’m just standing on the shoulders of a ton of other scouts who helped and inspired me. This really is the best detachment in the 501st! I ordered 2 yards, but only because I had to order the material online from Joann and they have a 2 yard minimum for online orders. I’d definitely advise getting 2 yards though. If your mid section is larger than 42” you’ll definitely need 2 yards. However the extra material gives you a material to play with in case you need to redo the cod piece. I know several scouts who went through several iterations of the cod piece as they tried to get it just right. It very important that when you measure that you do so while wearing your undersuit and flak jacket as their volume will add to your measurement for the CB. That’s why I had to knock out the flak vest before jumping into the CB which I hope to begin work on this week. I like this material I picked up for the CB. It’s a 100% cotton sateen and has a slight sheen to it. It was the closest thing I could find to polished cotton. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Thanks! Go for it! It’s definitely doable. I used a jigsaw to cut it out and a dremel to sand and shape it. You’ll also need access to a drill press and spade bit to cut the holes in the barrel. If you have that stuff you should be ready to rock. If you’re interested in the original blueprints for the MG just PM me and I send them to you. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Nice! Like what you did with the patches and creating your own foam inserts to compartmentalize bottom. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Sweet! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk