Tarok Posted November 15, 2023 Author Share Posted November 15, 2023 Boots: I antagonised long and hard over this, but after being convinced that making scout boots is not particularly difficult by @M.J and @Dragon_a, I thought I'd give it a go. @cheesewhoopy's Biker Scout Boots Tutorial is amazing, and should be everyone's go to if they're considering making their own boots. I think the photos are somewhat self-explanatory, but ask if there are questions. The donor boots were just a cheap pair of work boots from Big-W (an Aussie K-Mart style store). Sewing vinyl is somewhat daunting. Against the advice of the local haberdashery place, we (my patient partner) elected to use the standard machine needle, although we used a heavy duty cotton thread. We also chose not to go out a splash a fortune on a special "foot". One of the challenges we (and by "we" I mean "she", as I was just there to provide moral support, coffee and snacks) had, was that the vinyl would pull strangely when sewing. I had created a few different sized template for the "dog bone" strap, and eventually settled on scaling it to 150%. I added some velcro to where the holster would be fitted to provide extra holding power. This was set about an inch (25mm) in from the edge of the holster and is not visible in the slightest once the holster was fitted. (@Dragon_a and I are letting my partner think it was her idea, but we both know where the suggestion originated ) The various parts were glued together using Shoe-goo, and then dry-brushed with artist oils. The boots aren't perfect, but I feel they're good enough. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 You did a good job! I've made five of the dam things, helping another as we speak. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 15, 2023 Author Share Posted November 15, 2023 Belt: The final part of the puzzle 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FogOut Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 Almost done !! Any sore thumb from boot making? Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 15, 2023 Author Share Posted November 15, 2023 I submitted my approval photos last night. TBH I wasn't too happy with them (a few late nights for the missus and I) - may retake them over the weekend. A few personal observations, which I consider dressing issues: The biceps need either to be velcro'ed into position or padded to prevent slipping Ditto the knees Remember to pull balaclava over chin pull yer gut in! 🤣 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 I think you're fussing over the details more than they ever did on the show! You look good. You got this. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 15, 2023 Author Share Posted November 15, 2023 I think you're fussing over the details more than they ever did on the show! You look good. You got this.Thanks @BikerScout007 Really appreciate that! Btw, if there anyway to find out whether there are any other approved Mando Scouts in Australia? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 36 minutes ago, Tarok said: Thanks @BikerScout007 Really appreciate that! Btw, if there anyway to find out whether there are any other approved Mando Scouts in Australia? I just looked and it appears there are not. You'll be the first! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FogOut Posted November 15, 2023 Share Posted November 15, 2023 Wow Tarok is first Oz Remnant Scout! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 16, 2023 Author Share Posted November 16, 2023 I just looked and it appears there are not. You'll be the first!Awesome, thanks for checking 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 17, 2023 Author Share Posted November 17, 2023 I’m pleased to share, I’ve been approved! Thanks for all your advice and support, folks! Greatly appreciated!!! Forgive my terrible PhotoShop. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FogOut Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Congratulations!!! I know you are at down under, is that your backyard in the background? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 17, 2023 Author Share Posted November 17, 2023 Congratulations!!! I know you are at down under, is that your backyard in the background?Thanks! lol no that’s actually the Kalahari Desert, in Southern Africa - where I grew up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chopper Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Congrats on your approval Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 17, 2023 Author Share Posted November 17, 2023 Congrats on your approvalThanks! And thanks again for all your advice! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aradun Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Congrats! Approval was just a formality . You had a killer build from start to finish. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BikerScout007 Posted November 17, 2023 Share Posted November 17, 2023 Well done, @Tarok! I will upgrade you to full Pathfinder status 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Retrofire Posted November 18, 2023 Share Posted November 18, 2023 Congrats Tarok! Great work! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 18, 2023 Author Share Posted November 18, 2023 Congrats! Approval was just a formality . You had a killer build from start to finish. Thanks @Aradun , much appreciated! The WTF differences over the SC kit caused a small debate with the GML, but we got there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 18, 2023 Author Share Posted November 18, 2023 Well done, [mention=84450]Tarok[/mention]! I will upgrade you to full Pathfinder statusThanks @BikerScout007 ! Looking forward to representing the detachment this weekend! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 18, 2023 Author Share Posted November 18, 2023 Congrats Tarok! Great work!Thanks @Retrofire , appreciate your support through the build Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
M.J Posted November 20, 2023 Share Posted November 20, 2023 Incredible work Tarok! Congratulations on your approval. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tarok Posted November 20, 2023 Author Share Posted November 20, 2023 Incredible work Tarok! Congratulations on your approval.Thanks Kel. And thanks to you too for the advice during the build Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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