rhino325 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 So, I started out with a clear "line item" estimated budget after doing a ton of research: Coveralls + sewing $### Cummerbund $### Helmet + mods $### Armor $###.... etc.... I am literally laughing at myself for being so naive. Now that I'm actually in the process of spending money, I'm like--"Budget, we don't need no stinking budget..." I am learning that you just have to grin and bear it!!! Is it just me or is that a common epiphany? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forest Ranger Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Oh yeah. I knew this would get expensive, but it's totally worth it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted February 10, 2016 Share Posted February 10, 2016 Oh yeah, this is not a cheap hobby! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bjsavage7 Posted February 11, 2016 Share Posted February 11, 2016 This should be a stickied post on every detachment 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rhino325 Posted February 11, 2016 Author Share Posted February 11, 2016 I'm sure learning on here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted February 11, 2016 Share Posted February 11, 2016 I want to say I came in just south of $1300 for my initial build. And I've spent even more on improvements since then. And let's not talk about the RS Props lid once I ever get it! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Griffin-X Posted February 11, 2016 Share Posted February 11, 2016 My initial investment in 2011 was about $700. Since then I've updated and upgraded many parts, pieces, and replaced helmets. I'd say I'm close to the $1200 mark at this point. But, really happy with my scout! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01Hawk Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 I thought I was going to come in around $1200 but ended up with 2 pistols and 2 Helmets, plus a tonnnn of various fasteners, Velcro and materials. I'm prob at $2k which is still nothing compared to my tanked Fett budget which I kept a spread sheet for to remind me how much it killed my bank account lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scavenger Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 I will not tally....I will not tally.....I will not tally.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dart Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 Just have fun. As long as you're not going bankrupt, you're alright. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bubonos Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 I had about $1500 invested at the start. Repairs, new MIC, new blaster, etc has me a few hundred dollars extra added to the costume. I went in the build with the same mindset and quickly gave up on that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
01Hawk Posted March 2, 2016 Share Posted March 2, 2016 I am totally ok with the costs. I compare the hobby to cars all the time. I enjoy racing but I have never gotten as many compliments / smiles out of people with a car as I do with the costumes. I actually prefer the hobby more now lol. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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