Sithping Shoretrooper Captain build(Imperial Surplus)

[Gree23]

1 minute ago, Sithping said:

I'm confused? Have you mistakenly posted in wrong thread? 

Nope I am just a dummy lol. Didnt see there was a page 2 LOL

[Sithping]

6 minutes ago, Gree23 said:

Nope I am just a dummy lol. Didnt see there was a page 2 LOL

No worries, yep I've been busy working on my Shore 😉

[Sithping]

Small paint app on the right bicep using yellow cab Montana gold. 

Info on the position and sizing of the stripes received by shoretrooper fam fb page, source Mr Paul. 

Additional weathering to follow...

 

[Gree23]

Small paint app on the right bicep using yellow cab Montana gold. 
Info on the position and sizing of the stripes received by shoretrooper fam fb page, source Mr Paul. 
Additional weathering to follow...

 

That looks perfect! Great job!

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[Valafar]

On 7/19/2024 at 11:13 AM, Sithping said:

Info on the position and sizing of the stripes received by shoretrooper fam fb page, source Mr Paul. 

what measurements did you use? I eye balled from the references I got, just wondering how close I am

[Sithping]

35 minutes ago, Valafar said:

what measurements did you use? I eye balled from the references I got, just wondering how close I am

 

[Valafar]

I got 29 instead  of 33, but 6 and 13 is what I did as well

[Sithping]

Making progress with the greaves... 

Got a few more pieces to glue in place before filling and sanding, then I can bash on with the primer and paint. 

Shims cut to size to fill inside void to make flush for joining both halves, boomerang and sniper plates cut, sanded and trimmed. 

Rear cover strips fixed in position for the open rear closures. 

Front greaves fully secured closed sealed with contact adhesive. 

 

[Sithping]

Update on the greaves..now fully assembled, primed and painted. 

Next will be the aging washes for the weathering.. 

 

[Sithping]

Chipping and scarring. 

 

[Sithping]

Today's updates include strapping for the biceps and shoulder bells. 

I'm pleased with the fit and positioning of the straps, and they hold up really well when kitted up for test fit. 

 

[TreeHuggerMatt]

Looking ace Paul.  Can’t wait to see it in person

[Sithping]

Thanks Matt! 

[Sithping]

Some work done on my belt securing the boxes. 

 

[Sithping]

A few more jobs done... 

 

[Sithping]

All armoured parts assembled. Test fit for adjustments...few minor dressing issues, but easily resolved with assistance when kitting up. 

E22 stunt is on the horizon...looking for additional reference pics for bolts and screw placement any help would be greatly appreciated. 

 

 

[BikerScout007]

That's looking really good!
 

There are a slew of E-22 builds in this forum:

https://forum.501stpathfinders.com/forum/128-shoretrooper-weapons/

[welshchris77]

Great build, about to order my breaches, top and neck seal from Keep Trooping, can I ask what size you went with and what height and waist size you are please Paul?,

I am 6’.1 and 32” waist but usually get 34” waist in trousers I case be weight fluctuates, thinking XL to be in the safe size but perhaps L would be ok

[Sithping]

Hi Christian, 

I'm 5'10" and usually go between a 34 and 36" waist. 

So I went with a medium shirt and large breeches from Keep Trooping. 

The neckseals are made slightly large to easily adjust and tailor to your needs, fortunately mine is just about right and not too tight. 

Hope this helps, good luck! 

[welshchris77]

1 hour ago, Sithping said:

Hi Christian, 

I'm 5'10" and usually go between a 34 and 36" waist. 

So I went with a medium shirt and large breeches from Keep Trooping. 

The neckseals are made slightly large to easily adjust and tailor to your needs, fortunately mine is just about right and not too tight. 

Hope this helps, good luck! 

Cheers pal 😎👍

[Sithping]

Photo dump of my blaster build so far... 

 

[Sithping]

Spent parts of the day continuing with filling and sanding, then applied a coat of black primer over the whole blaster. 

Next will be couple of coats of gun metal with liquid latex before final black applications and weathering. 

 

[KOtrooper]

Nice work!!

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[Sithping]

Thanks Melody! 

First coat of gun metal applied. 

To be continued 2025....

[Sithping]

I'm allowing some extra curing time on my blaster paint today as its a bit cooler outside. 

Instead I applied some weathering to my breeches using a gypsum based product.