ukscout Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Back in Nov 2014 I got to see an early proto type of the RS scout helmet at the NEC Memorabilia event Yesterday I got to see the final painted version in person that RS have moulded off the proto-type helmet they bought from the Prop Store last rear. RS have vac formed the helmet from pinseal and have constructed the helmet in the same methods as the original. I'm happy to report the helmet has no fibre glass parts The helmet overall shape and look is really good and the helmet itself is very light in weight compared to the MLG, Altmans and Don Post helmets I personally own. From my discussions with RS is that two versions will be available (i) signature edition & (ii) kit version for us prop builders. The seam along the top of the helmet and back where filled in with some sort of abs bumper filler whilst looking at the top of the helmet the seam couldn't be seen by could be felt by passing your hand over. The helmet was painted a matt/silk white with matt black spray marks to represent carbon burns similar to what some of the helmets where like in ROTJ. The inside of the helmet had also the strips of pinseal along the inside seam. Whilst visiting the Star Wars Fun Fan Day event held in Burnley UK another RS Scout helmet was on display with Dickee Beer who was signing. I managed to get a photo with Dickee and the RS helmet 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 I always love your posts. Thanks for sharing, the helmet looks amazing. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Katscan Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Very nice bucket! Have to someone find a way to convince the wife to let me get a new bucket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Can't wait to get mine! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Voorhees Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 yea i already spoke to RS about getting a kit once available. This is going to be an epic helmet, and will be a display for me, as the LW is so close i am quite happy with it and i know it holds up great for trooping! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ukscout Posted May 5, 2015 Author Share Posted May 5, 2015 @Griffin-X - thanks for the comments I prefer to share what I know with everyone, no point hoarding info @Katscan - they are doing a kit version which will be cheaper, by how much I don't know but its a great idea by RS Props @Darth Voorhees - from what Simon told me yesterday the LW helmet is really close to scale and detail as the proto-type they bought from the prop store - hats off to LW in creating a helmet that is so close to the original. Going to be interesting in seeing how these stand up over time when trooping at events, my trooping days with the 501st are over lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darth Voorhees Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 Yea i believe that. At C7 i saw Gino and we compared my LW to the Efx which is cast from a production helmet as far as i know, and he was also impressed with how close they were. John did a super fantastic job on them. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dart Posted May 5, 2015 Share Posted May 5, 2015 YUSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS!!! So happy to hear they'll be doing a kit version! I have no doubt it'll be great and you'd better believe I'm gonna get one when I scratch the cash together (whatever the cost). *happy dance* 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Evil-Inc Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 Will hopefully get one of these when they're available. Cheers for all the info, much appreciated! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oberkisstillalive Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 I knew the day would come when someone would perfect the biker scout helmet! I can't wait to receive mine! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oberkisstillalive Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 Has anyone gotten theirs yet? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted May 6, 2015 Share Posted May 6, 2015 Has anyone gotten theirs yet? As far as I know they aren't done with them yet. I sent them the 50% deposit and was never asked for the rest. Then a few days ago they sent out a progress email. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRISTONAMO Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Does anyone know if they sold out on the 100 first scout buckets? And If they are continuing to offer finished helmets after that? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Southscout Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 What colour do they use for the lenses? Is it tk-green, or more gray/brown? And how are they solving the inside? Is it a proper hard hat insert? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oberkisstillalive Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 As far as I know they aren't done with them yet. I sent them the 50% deposit and was never asked for the rest. Then a few days ago they sent out a progress email. I'm glad I am not the only one... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oberkisstillalive Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Does anyone know if they sold out on the 100 first scout buckets? And If they are continuing to offer finished helmets after that? Its is still available on their website so I would say most likely yes. Although I am really surprised they did not sell out completely... What colour do they use for the lenses? Is it tk-green, or more gray/brown? And how are they solving the inside? Is it a proper hard hat insert? I am not sure about the lens but it will have the correct hard hat liner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinxx44 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Damn... I think I'm going to grab one then. Anyone know how the size is? They're like the screen ones, so I assume on the larger side? Any ETA yet too? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Everyone assumes they are on the large side... You'll be surprised I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goldenrod Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Very nice bucket! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quinxx44 Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 Everyone assumes they are on the large side... You'll be surprised I think. Surprised in a good or bad way? I have an SC currently, so as long as it's a bit taller I'll be happy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chef Posted May 7, 2015 Share Posted May 7, 2015 It'll be taller than the SC, but it won't be anywhere near as big as say a CB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oberkisstillalive Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 the screen used ones are a tight fit. So far I have tried on an EFX which as you probably know is made using the original molds, and it was an extremely tight fit. It actually got stuck on my head while taking it off (remember, fiberglass does not flex at all) the difference is RS will be made out of abs which is flexible as opposed to the efx being fiberglass, so do not worry about the dilemma of the RS getting stuck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted May 8, 2015 Share Posted May 8, 2015 Everyone assumes they are on the large side... You'll be surprised I think. The one Dickey Beer had with him at Celebration looked pretty standard to me. Not large, not small. I'm also a bit taller than Dickey Beer! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yorkie Fett Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 As far as I know they aren't done with them yet. I sent them the 50% deposit and was never asked for the rest. Then a few days ago they sent out a progress email. When did you get the progress email? I've got 2 on order and havn't heard anything. Could you give me an idea what it says. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted May 9, 2015 Share Posted May 9, 2015 When did you get the progress email? I've got 2 on order and havn't heard anything. Could you give me an idea what it says. Thanks It wasn't anything earth-shattering. Just a link to this: http://www.rspropmasters.com/creating-the-biker-scout-replica-helmet-part-1/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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