Estimated cost

[Bobbyns]

I am curious. About how much does a starter set of armor cost?

Also how well does biker scout armor fit the more heftier people

[spike]

Hi Patrick, welcome to scouts.

post 5 posts and I can show you a larger size armour build

cheers

[Bobbyns]

Cool thanks

[stasz]

Welcome, Patrick!

 

Many things can affect the total cost of your project, such as who you choose to purchase parts from, fiberglass vs ABS, how much of it you're able to - or choose to - build yourself vs buying pre-built (in some cases what amounts to custom-built) international shipping if you choose overseas makers, etc.

 

I would say a very ballpark figure to budget for would be around $1200.

 

Have a look around the forums, see what's out there. If you have any questions, holler. That's what we're here for!

 

Edit: I'm talking total cost, not just the armor.

[Bobbyns]

Which item is the most expensive?

Also do the helmets accommodate glasses

[stasz]

The armor kit can get around $500+ USD

and helmets vary whatever they're a kit or ready to wear. $200-700.

 

Helmets vary in size as well. I can wear my glasses in my KS, though not comfortably. Tried on a friend's SC and no easy could I wear my glasses.

[BikerScout007]

I think Spike's helmet will fit glasses. I have known some troopers to get prescription goggles to fit under helmets. Which is even more money

 

$1200-$1500 is a good ballpark, depending on how much you do yourself. The most money is to be saved making your own soft goods and boots.

[Bobbyns]

Hopefully I can make some of the soft parts. My local garrison has two active scout troopers that I can see if they can help me

[Huggiebear74]

I've got around $1,200 in mine. Good research and questions will help you from making expensive mistakes.

[rdraider]

I'm new to this as well. I'm a big fella too. Hoping that the Scout armor would be more forgiving.

[BuzzLiteBeer]

That and you can sit in them, that also has me considering a scout build too

[Lylek]

I believe in spending money the right way the first time. I was looking into this over the past week, and if I go the Studio Creations, Imperial Boots route --- and a soft goods set and holdout blaster, I got to just under $1500.

 

I'm glad I already have the build tools and supplies, that was another couple hundred alone.