Fett 4 Real
Sr Hunter
Little hot in the Helmet with all the layer too And thats just from wearing the layers for the first time today...
Accuracy Vs Wearablity
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Hey!
I have a Vader too, and let me tell ya' Vader is ridiculously hot even with fans and the weight is just nuts. Compared to Fett, I'll wear my Fett any day, other than the fact that I simply love the costume but the comfort is FAR better.
I was hit by a drunk driver in 2006, have several herniated discks in my neck and back, alot of permanent pain, and the Fett feels SO much better than Vader. I could wear Fett, comfortibly for A LONG time and not have an issue, whereas with Vader, 2 hours and I'm starting to hurt. lol On Halloween this year, I wore my Fett - with a non-supportive jetpack harness - for over 6 hours straight and the only thing that gave me a bit of an issue was the harness on my shoulders. But that's fixed now that I have a 100% accurate steel jetpack harness from BFUK and MojoFett, AND I have another backup harness form FettDad which is set up the same way, with support all around as opposed to just having the pack hang off your shoulders. I'll be able to troop in it pretty much as long as I feel like it and my only issue will be when I have to use the bathroom. LOL
As far as the topic, I went for as dead on accuracy as possible, and then when I worked the outfit to fit me, I worked it to be as comfortible as possible without sacrificing accuracy and it works fantastic!
Good luck!
J
I have a Vader too, and let me tell ya' Vader is ridiculously hot even with fans and the weight is just nuts. Compared to Fett, I'll wear my Fett any day, other than the fact that I simply love the costume but the comfort is FAR better.
I was hit by a drunk driver in 2006, have several herniated discks in my neck and back, alot of permanent pain, and the Fett feels SO much better than Vader. I could wear Fett, comfortibly for A LONG time and not have an issue, whereas with Vader, 2 hours and I'm starting to hurt. lol On Halloween this year, I wore my Fett - with a non-supportive jetpack harness - for over 6 hours straight and the only thing that gave me a bit of an issue was the harness on my shoulders. But that's fixed now that I have a 100% accurate steel jetpack harness from BFUK and MojoFett, AND I have another backup harness form FettDad which is set up the same way, with support all around as opposed to just having the pack hang off your shoulders. I'll be able to troop in it pretty much as long as I feel like it and my only issue will be when I have to use the bathroom. LOL
As far as the topic, I went for as dead on accuracy as possible, and then when I worked the outfit to fit me, I worked it to be as comfortible as possible without sacrificing accuracy and it works fantastic!
Good luck!
J
Markus Fett
Jr Hunter
Hey DP74 - I'm glad you confirmed my suspictions about the comfort factor. I've put together a Vader suit too and decided to switch to Boba mainly for wearability's sake. If I ever feel the need to lose a few extra pounds, there's no need to run or jog - I just put on the Vader suit for a couple of hours and lose 10 pounds in sweat just standing still! I'm not far enough along in with my Boba to know firsthand, but it's GOT to be more comfortable than Vader. I know that the jetpack is gonna feel heavy after a while and the knees are probably gonna slip around a fair bit, but there's no tight leather bodysuit, no real need for helmet fans since the bottom of the lid naturally allows decent airflow, no heavy wool robe and cape, and the element I am most looking forward to: no knee high boots with uncomfortable lifts in them. It's nice to have a little more visibility in the Fett helmet, too - going down stairs is SO much easier when you can see your feet!
Now granted, the natural high of being Vader for a few hours is well worth the physical discomfort, but if Boba is more comfortable while still turning just as many hands and making as many kids smile (or more!), then my Vader is staying on a mannequin from here on in!
Now granted, the natural high of being Vader for a few hours is well worth the physical discomfort, but if Boba is more comfortable while still turning just as many hands and making as many kids smile (or more!), then my Vader is staying on a mannequin from here on in!
Ain't it the truth!
The Jetpack, if you go with ABS, will be really light, even the fiberglass one I have, and the entire outfit is considerably light compared to Vader. I've never had to wear lifts, being 6 foot 5 myself.
As far as the kneepads, just slap some velcro on them to the flightsuit and they won't move a bit. I got my entire Fett from BobaMaker, and all of my hardparts are fiberglass and even that is leaps and bounds much more managable than Vader! LOL With the Fett helmet, there's a ton more visibility! It makes a huge difference when you don't have to look through the chin-vent to see the little one sinfront of you! Also, you can fit fans, even with the skirt should you opt to go that route.
Don't get me wrong, I enjoy wearing Vader A LOT, but Fett....I donno....just something about the character that commands a much more effective aura - probably because there's still that mystery about him, and at this p oint everyone knows all there is to know about Vader.
J
The Jetpack, if you go with ABS, will be really light, even the fiberglass one I have, and the entire outfit is considerably light compared to Vader. I've never had to wear lifts, being 6 foot 5 myself.
As far as the kneepads, just slap some velcro on them to the flightsuit and they won't move a bit. I got my entire Fett from BobaMaker, and all of my hardparts are fiberglass and even that is leaps and bounds much more managable than Vader! LOL With the Fett helmet, there's a ton more visibility! It makes a huge difference when you don't have to look through the chin-vent to see the little one sinfront of you! Also, you can fit fans, even with the skirt should you opt to go that route.
Don't get me wrong, I enjoy wearing Vader A LOT, but Fett....I donno....just something about the character that commands a much more effective aura - probably because there's still that mystery about him, and at this p oint everyone knows all there is to know about Vader.
J
Vader will always be my first costume of choice.
The "vader" effect is astounding in Japan. I regulate heat pretty good, although I was a firefighter and am used to FFE, so Vader is not all that hard for me. Real Leather is the key to a good Vader, for heat and comfort. I also use a bodysuit like a Stromtrooper under it. Ends sticky Vader clothes to the skin. The spandex helps with sweat. I will more than likely do the same in the Fett. It is just a good way to do costumes like this.
The "vader" effect is astounding in Japan. I regulate heat pretty good, although I was a firefighter and am used to FFE, so Vader is not all that hard for me. Real Leather is the key to a good Vader, for heat and comfort. I also use a bodysuit like a Stromtrooper under it. Ends sticky Vader clothes to the skin. The spandex helps with sweat. I will more than likely do the same in the Fett. It is just a good way to do costumes like this.
stormtrooperguy
Sr Hunter
for the shin tools, i think one sided resin copies are just as effective as fully accurate ones. it all depends on what you can find for cheap. i think my shin tools were $25 initially. i've since added a real squeegee, and have some other parts to build up more real parts.
another thought on trooping is that the accurate ones aren't very impressive if you take them out. my first set was based on the visual dictionary illustrations... a knife, a small gun thing, etc... much more impressive to pull a knife out of your pocket than a paint stirrer
another thought on trooping is that the accurate ones aren't very impressive if you take them out. my first set was based on the visual dictionary illustrations... a knife, a small gun thing, etc... much more impressive to pull a knife out of your pocket than a paint stirrer
Fett 4 Real
Sr Hunter
Yeh my friend saw my knife copy thats made of Sintra and loved it...I imagine a paint stirrer wouldnt have had the same effect.
The Shin tools... Has any one sewed them in place? Do they fall out when walking? That may point me in a direction on what I spend on em.
Kinda like my Biker Scout blaster of old. Had a resin one, first troop flew out of the holster and smashed to bits. Bought a hyperfirm. That was an example of wearability vs cheap as well.
Kinda like my Biker Scout blaster of old. Had a resin one, first troop flew out of the holster and smashed to bits. Bought a hyperfirm. That was an example of wearability vs cheap as well.
They haven't fallen out on me. But what I do plan to do is just put a small strip of industrial strength velcro on the back of the shin tools to the flightsuit the next time I suit up. This way there's no risk of falling out and does prevent any sudden attempts of someone trying to yoink them out on you like I've heard happen to Biker Scouts and their blasters.
J
J
I have wondered about tools falling out of the pouches as well. I understand that the pockets are fairly deep, but I may put a little button/snap on mine for that added comfort.
SharkForge
Well-Known Hunter
Not sure if anyone has mentioned it yet but I do believe the gauntlets in the movies are velcroed on both sides. You can even see in one of the screenshots where it came undone and is close to falling off. A few makers here have opted to make one side hinged for functionality. You can barely tell and it makes a worlds difference.
El1te
El1te
stormtrooperguy
Sr Hunter
the problem i've experienced with velcro gauntlets isn't the fit... they stay on perfectly! it's with damage to the paint over time from flexing them to get the velcro open.
i used to have to do touch up paint pretty often because of that.
i used to have to do touch up paint pretty often because of that.
