DarSec Posted April 12, 2021 Share Posted April 12, 2021 Got the first piece of the Kropserkel helmet trimmed. Anyone want to chime in? I have ordered the accurate 3M bolts from Imperial Surplus and the snout greeblie from Studio Creations. I'll start on the visor next. Thanks in advance for any hints and tips. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted April 12, 2021 Share Posted April 12, 2021 All in all, looks like a clean trim so far. Have you already taken a look at Kropserkel's build video yet? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_iIJxZhyfak 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRex75 Posted April 12, 2021 Share Posted April 12, 2021 I agree with Chopper. You did a nice job trimming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted April 12, 2021 Author Share Posted April 12, 2021 Thanks all. I did see the video on the ear trimming and the construction of the trimmed pieces, but those are all I’ve found. Are there other KS specific ones? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted April 13, 2021 Author Share Posted April 13, 2021 So I trimmed it according to the video. The production helmet had the snout cut out. Most pics I see have it cut out. What is approvable? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted April 14, 2021 Share Posted April 14, 2021 For clarification, when you say cutting out the snout, are you talking about trimming this part? The Kropserkel helmet has a bit of a return edge on the bottom of the face plate, as is evident in your photo. I haven't looked at a Kropserkel helmet in person in a little while, so my only concern with trimming the bottom of the face plate like in the screen used helmets would be if there's enough material on the sides to keep it structurally intact. If possible I'd try and clean it up a bit with an emory board so it's more symmetrically rounded on the bottom. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted April 14, 2021 Author Share Posted April 14, 2021 Thank you!!! This is probably what I’ll do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted May 23, 2021 Author Share Posted May 23, 2021 decided to trim it down after all. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted May 23, 2021 Author Share Posted May 23, 2021 ok. progress! I got everything trimmed better. Instead of using stickers, I decided to pop out the sticker part and use the template as a stencil. I trimmed it wide, put on painter's tape, wrapped it in a plastic bag, and sprayed it. PERFECT, sharp lines. I'm super happy with it!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted May 23, 2021 Author Share Posted May 23, 2021 trying to post pics. They are suddenly too large even though they are the same ones taken from my phone, sent to email, downloaded to laptop, then dragged to post. Gotta figure this out. It worked just fine on the ones above. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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DarSec Posted May 23, 2021 Author Share Posted May 23, 2021 wondering if this is enough ear trim? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted May 23, 2021 Share Posted May 23, 2021 Great work so far, but I’ll leave it up to the armorers to give you proper feedback. Just wanted to mention that it looks from the size of your photos that you are using the forum’s photo feature, which only has a max storage of about 500 KB. Once you hit that threshold you won’t be able to upload any pics.Most Pathfinders use a hosting site like Imgur to insert photos or the Tapatalk app which allows them to post to the forum and upload photos through the app. Tapatalk has a free version which will more than suffice, but even their paid version is only $1.00 per month. I only mention this because I did the same thing when I joined and started my WIP so I know not everyone is aware of the forum’s limited photo storage. The limitation helps keep cost down. Keep up the great work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted May 24, 2021 Share Posted May 24, 2021 Nice work. The ear hole and lower faceplate cuts look solid to me. Also that's some clever ingenuity for laying down the helmet details. Nice job overall. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotel Posted June 1, 2021 Share Posted June 1, 2021 Helmet is looking great! When are you going to spring for the armor? We need more scouts in the MWG! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted July 25, 2021 Author Share Posted July 25, 2021 SURPRISE!!! My awesome family ordered me a Walt's kit for my bday!! Should be here in about 6 -8 weeks!! TB here I come!!!!! They got me the full kit with helmet, so I'll have a display and one for trooping. Looking at soft parts now so when the kit comes all I'll need to do is the plastic. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted July 25, 2021 Share Posted July 25, 2021 That’s awesome! Congrats and Happy Birthday!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted July 26, 2021 Share Posted July 26, 2021 Happy lifeday to you, happy lifeday to you, it's time for you to start a build threddddddddddd🎵 and you can do that right hereeeeeeee......🎵 http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/forum/96-biker-scout-wip/ 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarSec Posted July 27, 2021 Author Share Posted July 27, 2021 Thank you!! Starting to get materials assembled for suit and boots and vest. Hope to have soft parts done before bbb gets here. Prob 5 weeks or so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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