Hiker Scout

Cant find a Cod piece pattern? Any help?

Made good progress on the flak vest today. Ripped the shirt seems up and made patterns. Then cut out of duck cloth ($10 for 1 yd. Just enough) sewed the vest and added 2" velcro to the back. Next onto the sleeves and batting. Flak Vest = easier than adding riding patches! Can the vest be sewn shut in the back to avoid the velcro use every time I troop?

Started the flack vest using a tutorial found on the soft parts section. Black tshirt measured and cut. I took off 8" at the bottom and rounded the neck larger. The final vest will be made out of black duck cloth and quilt batting. Will also leave the sleeves and botto. Long to cut off at a later date as I don't have my armor pieces.

Here I have the "final" flight suit. It took longer than expected. Learning to sew and all, took its toll. In the end: The Mandarin collar was made using a back pocket that was removed. I used the fold method and didn't cut. It made sewing the corners very difficult as it was quite thick. I took the 4 riding patches out of pig suede and sewed into one solid piece. Attached the 2" elastic straps and then sewed down into place.Had to make some adjustment around zipper area due to the sew pulling the sued in a bit causing some slack. I decided to do this without ripping the leg seam which took alot of work maneuvering the sewing maching. Then I took in the legs. Tapering them by 2 1/2" at bottom and met the bottom of pocket seam. For a nice slimmer fit. Had I know I was gonna taper would have ripped the outer seam first to make sewing patches easier.

So after Chopper's recommendations and scouring the scoutopedia I came up with this as a final final final version. Lol. Suede came in today! Hopefully will have patches, and Mandarin collar sewn on and pants hemmed up this week. Are these socks 501st approved? Need some scout one!

I was actually staring👽 at the scoutopedia last night for about an hour. Lol. I think I had the rear pad WAY too large. Will definitely adjust the pad similar to what you have drawn here. Also after seeing the pics. I think I should adjust the front to be more tear drop in shape. Front above knee in some pictures goes almost to mid thigh. Will adjust the top to be closer to midline by about 1" and not a straight line up the sides Thanks for the help Chopper. I think Ill be good on the patches now. Will definitely need more help going forward.

Here is the final sizing/ shape I came up with after several adjustments. Bottom is about 1/2 in above knee cap. Is there anything particular about shape for Level 2 certification?

Yea gonna get them close. Then make the other soft pieces. The cod piece might pull it up too

So they fit great and would be hard to put on if i adjusted. The problem is with patches I feel the crotch still sits low. When I shortened the torso by rolling it the crotch came up and patches looked right. I guess I could just adjust patches to just sit higher. And look the same as when I roll?

How who you bring the waist up without messing up the zipper?

I shortened the ends up 2" and added about 3" to the top and squared them off. I feel it's alot better size and shape. However I have a conundrum. The suit fits well but the crotch is a little low. Could size it up but would make putting on impossible. I took the waistband and rolled it. This in turn raised the crotch and legs about 1-2 inches. Pants fit much better and patches look better places. How do I shorten up the torso? Could I use snaps and just roll up while wearing? Cummerbund will cover all of that area. I'm afraid if I permanently shorten I won't be able to get it on.

Removed the rear pockets and Dickies logo patches. Mandarin color shaped. Started the riding patches with sizing similar to one on another thread. Looks good. But when worn I believe it's a little low. Bottom curve is at level of mid patella. Pants will have to be hemmed up. Should the patches be shorter? Or just make patches come up higher onto bottom zipper/ buttocks?

Got my flight suit in!! Time to start the build. Next post will be after the the suede patches and straps have been added, and extra hardware removed. Will also post pics of the work on each section. Excited to begin this journey and to finally join the Galactic Empire.

I will bypass the shrimper boots. Price of Imperial Boots is a little much. I will likely try the build as recommended as I already own a pair of leather work boots similar to those mentioned in the thread. Thanks

This journey will likely be a year or more in the making due to time constraints with work and family. I don't plan to buy anything premade. As I Prefer to get kits and have a hands on in making my Scout. I have begun the process by spending money like all Star Wars fans do best. Will post pics and prices along the way. Going to start on the soft parts. Awaiting the arrival of my soft parts to construct my flight suit. Coveralls - Dickies (47.99)- Will remove back pockets, adjust the neck, and add the inner thigh patches. https://www.dickies.com/coveralls-overalls/deluxe-blended-long-sleeve-coveralls/48799.html?dwvar_48799_color=BK#start=1 Leather Patches (24.99) - shipping was 12 as no local leather store. https://tandyleather.com/products/pigskin-suede-split-chrome-free?_pos=3&_sid=b12b2db85&_ss=r Leg straps (5.99) https://www.joann.com/knit-elastic/11384393.html Other assorted items, misc. - velcro and sewing thread, Moms old sewing machine. All should be in early next week and will begin the process of modifying my flight suite. Will post pictures along the way as I build. Next month will order gloves and balaclava Gloves (60.00) https://wampawear.com/product/biker-scout-gloves/ Unless I can find a pair of original and dye them. Balaclava (10.99) https://www.amazon.com/Achiou-Balaclava-Protection-Tactical-Motorcycle/dp/B07PFGMG5F/ref=sr_1_5?crid=338YF671FTND6&dchild=1&keywords=balaclava&qid=1623421464&sprefix=balacl%2Caps%2C174&sr=8-5 Then on to boots. Has anyone made boots with a base of shrimper boots? https://www.walmart.com/ip/George-Men-s-Waterproof-Shrimper-Boot/693480261?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=1362&&adid=22222222227250269953&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=294590031116&wl4=pla-517952890729&wl5=9011661&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=693480261&veh=sem&gclid=EAIaIQobChMI5PSr6eSP8QIVCmxvBB1vpQhnEAQYBCABEgKYTPD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds

Thanks. Not a Tandy close by in pensacola. Was hoping to lay hands on a piece to feel the difference. May order the pig and just return one once it comes in. I called a local store in Florida and they have the suede i need in stock even though out of stock on line. Shipping it today. Ready to get started on the flight suit.

That link doesn't have black as an option. I actually picked up a roll of black suede from Hobby Lobby today for $30. It's cow not pigskin but seems really nice.

What is the approximate size of the inner thigh patches? Looking to purchase my suede.

Great article for armor comparison. Leaning towards the Studio creations based on accuracy and cost. However I do notice that the wearers that are slightly larger look less movie accurate. So I guess that means I gotta hit the gym and the sewing machine.