Sabrina Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Hello folks, I have never build an armor before, so it is problably the best for me to show you what I did/do before I make horrible mistakes. What I have got so far: Helmet (ready made) and Armor kit by CfO Flightsuit + softparts (just ordered it) by Kripton Boots are planned to be selfmade but I need to wait until the basic boots are in season 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted August 3, 2020 Author Share Posted August 3, 2020 I started to cut out the parts by using a sharp fine cutter. Before, I checked several pics here and online to get the shape right and then I drew it with a marker on the parts. The edges look not nice on the pics, but that is because I left the foil on the plastic for protection. If you see anything concerning or absolutely wrong please let me know! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted August 3, 2020 Author Share Posted August 3, 2020 I am not sure about the shape of the belt box - that's why I cut out just one so far. Hopefully it is fine. The cut outs on both sides will be done later. I want to practice with my Dremel first because I don't know how the plastic "reacts". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted August 3, 2020 Author Share Posted August 3, 2020 Shoulder and arm pads seem fine for me and I will leave it like that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 Hey Sabrina. I know your in Germany so I’m not sure what the availability is, but this is the boot most scouts use as the base for their scout boot.https://smile.amazon.com/Mens-Water-Resistant-Boots-Wheat/dp/B017THAVIM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=kingshow+1366+boots+for+men&qid=1596464122&sprefix=kingshow+1366&sr=8-2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted August 3, 2020 Share Posted August 3, 2020 It’s looking good so far Sabrina. Remember to go slow and remember that you remove plastic but not put it back on. Here are some build threads of the CFO that might be helpful to you as a reference. Keep those great questions and pictures coming! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted August 4, 2020 Author Share Posted August 4, 2020 On 8/3/2020 at 6:13 PM, Retrofire said: It’s looking good so far Sabrina. Remember to go slow and remember that you remove plastic but not put it back on. Here are some build threads of the CFO that might be helpful to you as a reference. Keep those great questions and pictures coming! I am really careful during the cutting - that's why I draw on the parts first and cut it after. The only thing I keep forgetting is, when there is a new blade in the knife. Literally spoken: there is already some blood in my work.🙈 Those references are great and finally I found a tutorial for the holster. There shoud be enough plastic "rubbish" left so that a connector can be bend and everything can be put together. I don't know, if I cut the tiny slits out - that depends how skilful I am with the Dremel. I have never worked with rivets before, so I have to do some try-outs here as well, because I am not sure about the pressure that needs to be used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted August 4, 2020 Author Share Posted August 4, 2020 20 hours ago, AradunFF said: Hey Sabrina. I know your in Germany so I’m not sure what the availability is, but this is the boot most scouts use as the base for their scout boot.https://smile.amazon.com/Mens-Water-Resistant-Boots-Wheat/dp/B017THAVIM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=kingshow+1366+boots+for+men&qid=1596464122&sprefix=kingshow+1366&sr=8-2 Hi Dennis! I checked those boots, but I really need to try on shoes before I buy them. During autumn a lot of combat boots are offered, so I just have to wait and keep my eyes open. As long as the sole is thick enough so that the pattern can be cut out, it should be fine. The design of the boots is quite common and hopefully I can get a decent pair. But thanks for your suggestion! If I find a nice pair, I will post a pic here for your opinions before I buy them. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted September 15, 2020 Author Share Posted September 15, 2020 My armor is still in progress and I am busy cutting - the parts and myself. I ordered cotton webbing for the dropboxes. The colour was "natural", so I dyed it in chlorid. Do you think this white is white enough? I am not sure, if it will become ligher, when I dye it another time. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted September 15, 2020 Share Posted September 15, 2020 The webbing on top looks white enough, yes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted September 29, 2020 Share Posted September 29, 2020 Of the three boots you posted, the third option looks best for a scout boot build. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 5, 2021 Author Share Posted March 5, 2021 Well hello there! I have finally finished all the cutting and also half of the straps on the knee and arm pads are put in place. I wanted to do the chest armor next, but I don't know how to fit it accurately. I say it like it is: I have no clue where to "put" my boobs. When they are exactly in the chest part, I have a gap between the armor and my body. Would that still be ok? Not sure, if the shoulder tops need to be shortened a bit more or if that makes the whole armor sits to high. What do you think? Any suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 @M.J Can you help Sabrina with fitting the chest/Back armor? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Hi Sabrina, I'm trying to look to see properly, are you able to get someone else to take the photos and we can see what might need trimming or shaping. Kits come in one size so we have to shape to for us to fit into it. Where does the back sit? we might be able to fiddle with that as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 6, 2021 Author Share Posted March 6, 2021 I will try to take better pictures by using a selfie-stick today or tomorrow. I would say the back is fine, but you are the experts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted March 6, 2021 Share Posted March 6, 2021 Sometimes depending on how the back is sitting it, if we can adjust a little better the front will come in line, I did this with my daughters. I should say she wasn't sure what do with her "boobs" either..lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 6, 2021 Author Share Posted March 6, 2021 Challenging to take pics, when you live on your own🙄 This was the best, I can do. You might be right and the back needs to be a bit higher. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 6, 2021 Author Share Posted March 6, 2021 Removed all the velcro and buttons and adjusted it new with some tape. I set the back higher and I think you are right: it sits better. But before I cut ANYTHING off, I wait for your opinion LOL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted March 7, 2021 Share Posted March 7, 2021 ok the second last photo I can see, you don't have to have both connecting at the top as you will may need a joiner, I'll show that later. You can bring the back down a little it might be up a little high, and dont be afraid to reshape the plastic, either with a heat gun or hot water. Here is a photo of how far down it can be. Keep on fiddling at it, if I had dollar on how many times I did mine, and you don't have anyone to help you fit it. If there is a armour party or a get together with any other member that would also help you, a second set of hands to see and guide would be a wonder. you may need to extend the front down a little so when you join the back plate to the front you can use what I call a joiner this will help pull down over the chest (points down to the photo).This photo is around 8 years old, we know there is tape used in the films to cover the joining of back and front plates, if pull the front down a little and the back this may give you a little more to help, its just a suggestion. You will need to bring the back plate back a little. Oh I might be repeating myself sorry Does this make any sense? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 8, 2021 Author Share Posted March 8, 2021 Hey Kelly, thanks for all the details. Yes, they made totally sense and they helped! I heated the shoulder parts at the front up and "flatened" them. The whole front is lower now and way more comfortable to wear. I might even not need a large joiner. When the glue is dry and some sewing has been done, I will put it on again and show you the result. But from what I saw already yesterday, I would say: it fits! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted March 8, 2021 Share Posted March 8, 2021 OH I'm soo glad. my fingers are crossed for you 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted March 17, 2021 Author Share Posted March 17, 2021 Heureka, it worked! I flatened the front armor with an hair dryer. It lays perfectly on my body now. I didn't even had those wide gaps, so I could use a normal sized fabric to cover them. Thanks for the clue, Kelly! Sorry for the fuzzy pic, but I was holding a selfie stick and that wasn't really a stable one. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted March 18, 2021 Share Posted March 18, 2021 That is awesome... it also makes you feel confident when everything fits nicely. Well done Sabrina! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Posted April 13, 2021 Share Posted April 13, 2021 Hello Sabrina! I too am a female scout, trying to get my chest armor to fit me properly haha. Would you please be able to post a side profile of your chest armor so that I can see how exactly you got it to fit nicely? I'm having some difficulties in this area. Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sabrina Posted April 13, 2021 Author Share Posted April 13, 2021 48 minutes ago, Cat said: Hello Sabrina! I too am a female scout, trying to get my chest armor to fit me properly haha. Would you please be able to post a side profile of your chest armor so that I can see how exactly you got it to fit nicely? I'm having some difficulties in this area. Thanks! Hey Cat! I heated the straps with a common hair dryer and then flattened it by pressing it down to a wooden board with my hands - I was wearing protective gloves of course because the plastic became really hot. So the whole chest armor came "down" a bit and now my bosom fits in. I might wear some shapewear to flatten that area a bit more, but I need to see, how comfortable that is. I hope, I could help you with it. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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