Fettski's second TB build WIP

[Fettski]

Greetings scouts,

I started out long ago with a Mr. Bungles Kashyyyk scout build and hd very little clue what i was doing but he had a great build thread that i followed, got approved, trooped a little and then sold it.  Built a TB and then sold it for some illogical reason and now I am returning to build another TB that I plan to keep awhile.  I have also build a mando for the mercs, ROTJ Boba, custom R2, started and sold a few other mandos and sold all of the costumes thinking I was done until I saw the Mandalorian scouts on chapter 8.  I am not building that version, at least not yet with this build but I am going to make the bag for fun.  The scout was my favorite character as a kid growing up.  I will try and keep this thread updated as I finish parts of the build.  I am currently TDY for work in Alaska and will be returning home next week to meet up with a pile of most of the parts i need for this build.  I am thinking i may go for Lancer on this build.  I may just go for basic to get my membership reinstated and then work on the updates as needed and still have the ability to troop events.  Ill get some pics next week when i get home.  Thank you for joining me on this journey.  I appreciate any constructive criticism.  I have 20 years in the military and some fairly thick skin.  

Let's talk about what my materials list is.  

Soft Parts:

Ked Kap coveralls - I will be altering myself for the first time

Vest - Going to try and make this myself.  I still need to decide if I am going to make my own template from scratch or try the T-shirt method.

Bund/cod - Have the materials to make this myself.  I made the bund for my Kasyyyk scout and barely had a clue what i was doing and i think it turned out fairly well so i think i can handle this.

Gloves - Wampa Wear

Boots - This will be the 3rd pair of boots I have made so nothing new here except these will have the Lancer details for the first time.  

Balaclava- something cheap on amazon.

Armor-  SC

Helmet - SC

blaster - something my friend 3d printed for me that will probably not pass for Lancer.

dlt19 - going to try the happy trooper (?) build templates

 

Just for fun or possible future use:

Mandalorian Scout child bag- Done

 

Extras not yet decided on:

I am looking for a decent bin.  I have a pair of the huge Stanley bins and I remember there being a smaller bin made by Blue alpha or something that i cant seem to find anywhere.

I WTB a 12 inch pathfinder patch if anyone has an extra.

Id like to eventually get a UKSWrath mic/speaker kit

Helmet fans

 

 

 

[Fettski]

Update with pics of progress for some parts.

Got the armor in super fast and still working on the boots while working on the armor. between other projects.

I am going to be going for Lancer. and will include pics to highlight those efforts.  I will update all of the Lancer app pics once it is all assembled and fit right, but these pics should highlight any necessary details.  I welcome any constructive criticism. now onto the pics.

[Fettski]

Some work on the boots, the top is not glued to the boots yet and still need to add stitching to the "dogbones".  It looks like ill be able to cover the laces with the "dog Bones".  

Started on the boot carving.  Going to take a few more nights here and there.  

Picked up what i hope is enough suede to do the riding patch and the butt flap.  It is still mostly rolled in the picture. 

[Stroker]

Looking good! It won't hurt anything if a little bit of the laces are showing.

[M.J]

I'm with Stroker laces are fine, make sure you only glue the sides not the whole dog bone. 

That looks like plenty of suede as well not my favourite of the build that one 

Btw i love your measuring thingy...very jazzy

[Fettski]

Thanks for the feedback.

Here is an update on the progress.

I talked my wife into making me something for motivation.  

Please feel free to comment on anything that may be an issue for Lancer approval.  Caveat* I am aware of the seam on the SC helmet needing to be fixed.  Not sure this will be my Lancer app helmet or not yet.  I REALLY dont want to have to sand and paint this helmet.  Not that I have any trouble doing the work.  I just prefer the straight white ABS finish.  I am thinking about the possibility of using ABS sludge to fill in the seam then sand and polish that to fill the seam.  This SC kit doesnt result in much scrap material in the end.  May have to get some scrap ABS if i decide to go that route.  A decision for another day......

SC helmet getting glued.  Not sure if I will use this one for Lancer or offer it up for sale and go with an Altmans

Some progress towards the belt

Boots are nearly done.  Just have to do the lancer details on the heels of both boots and attach the holster

 

[Fettski]

 

Working on a prototype for my pouches.  6x5x2  This was just a test to see how it goes together and I didnt put any velcro on it.  Looking for any feedback for Lancer status.  Should be able to get the corners to be better on the next one.  

 

 

 

 

 

 

[Stroker]

Looks great. Just try and keep the edges square. 

[Fettski]

On 2/25/2020 at 9:59 PM, Stroker said:

Looks great. Just try and keep the edges square. 

Will do.  Now that I have  a first hand example of how it goes together, ill be able to do a better job on the next one,  I'll use the iron on the seam allowances to help them lay flat as well.

 

Here is the current progress,  Working on odds and ends on the armor kit,  Id like to get the armor done to help me get some measurements for the soft parts,  I pretty much decided that I will end up getting an Alt helmet for my lancer app in the near future and probably use this helmet as a backup and eventually for a possible snow scout.

helmet - needs black stripes on the back of helmet, chin strap and visor installed

chest and back need to be connected at top and sides, need to mount the lower elastic strap to the tank

shoulders need just about everything

knees, biceps,forearms, and gloves are done

belt needs the rear strap finished and the rear straps connected

TD needs clips and one side round cover glued on

boots only need the heels cut out

undersuit needs the suede attached and velcro  added where needed

flak vest pouches and cummerbund are currently a pile of rolled up interfacing, fabric, velcro and thread  some assembly required

This is a list mostly for my benefit so i can refer back and check stuff off.

[Aradun]

Looks great. Just try and keep the edges square. 

Your corners are most likely square. They just needed to be “pushed through” when you fold the pouch from inside out after sowing the pouch and especially the flap before sowing it closed. I used a screwdriver to gently push the corners out. If that makes sense.


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[Fettski]

1 hour ago, AradunFF said:

 

Your corners are most likely square. They just needed to be “pushed through” when you fold the pouch from inside out after sowing the pouch and especially the flap before sowing it closed. I used a screwdriver to gently push the corners out. If that makes sense.


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Makes perfect sense.  I got carried away and sewed it shut and connected it before i even thought of that.  easy enough when i go to make the actual set for real.

[Fettski]

Big quarantine update.  I hope all of you are doing well.  

Once i get it all done, I plan on doing some weathering.

Things i need to do,

Make Cod piece, 

bridge for chest/back,

mount shoulder plates to chest/back,

Make vest,

Mod coveralls to add the butt flap, riding patch/thigh straps, add velcro to help keep knees in place, and possibly tailor the legs a tad,

paint/replace helmet bolt,

and mount TD to belt.

As always, if you see anything preventing Lancer that I have not mentioned, please let me know.  

Helmet is done minus painting or replacing the bolts on the visor.  I also want to do something to better mount the visor to make the bottom closer to the helmet.  

Chest and back only need to make the bridge connection and attach the shoulders

 

Made the pouches and cummerbund this week/weekend.  Need to make the cod piece

 

Belt is assembled, just need to finish the mounting of the TD.

 

Boots are done

3d printed blaster that will need to be upgraded when i have the funds and a run opens up

Baby and bag for fun at Cons

 

 

 

[Aradun]

Great work! It’s really coming along. A couple of points:

 

Your cummerbund is too long. It should end at the bottom of your pouches. Overall it should be 8” - 9”. As you have it, it will come below your belt. The bottom of your pouches should be around the bottom of your bund.

 

To fix, remove pouches and trim it from the top. Don’t trim the excess from the bottom because if you go for lancer you shouldn’t be able to see a seam on the bottom and you will if you cut the extra from the bottom.

 

Your holster looks oversized or your boot looks short to me, but it could just be the angle of the photo and the fact that it’s laying down.

 

Loving Baby Yoda! Nice job there!

 

 

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[TD-2272]

Looking great Ski, I'm looking forward to having you back with your real family. 

OLG 4-Life

[Fettski]

21 hours ago, AradunFF said:

Great work! It’s really coming along. A couple of points:

 

Your cummerbund is too long. It should end at the bottom of your pouches. Overall it should be 8” - 9”. As you have it, it will come below your belt. The bottom of your pouches should be around the bottom of your bund.

 

To fix, remove pouches and trim it from the top. Don’t trim the excess from the bottom because if you go for lancer you shouldn’t be able to see a seam on the bottom and you will if you cut the extra from the bottom.

 

Your holster looks oversized or your boot looks short to me, but it could just be the angle of the photo and the fact that it’s laying down.

 

Loving Baby Yoda! Nice job there!

 

 

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Going to be trimming the bund. Question about the seam.  If I cut it at the bottom, how will the seam be visible if it is behind the belt?  

Here is a dress rehearsal I did with what I have just for fun. Obviously there are issues.  I am working through them.  

Mainly interested in sizing minus the bund.  The attachment of the rear drop box strap to the belt, are these ok or do i have to move them to the center?  

  

 

 

[BikerScout007]

In the film, the bund stopped at the belt, it rarely went under or behind it.  And in those shots we can see there's no seam at the bottom.  That's where that requirement comes from, because for Lancer, you're going to be asked to lay out all your gear and take photos of it so we can closely check the construction!

[Fettski]

I was approved yesterday.  It was my goal when i started and I still have a couple things I want to do and i focused on basic approval.  I will now work on some comfort mods and some more towards Lancer.Also some weathering.

[Aradun]

Congrats on getting approved!


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