Jesuit24
Hunter
Eh. I think the Hasbro is accurate enough with severe modification. This is mine with a full size stock and barrel replacement:
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Eh. I think the Hasbro is accurate enough with severe modification. This is mine with a full size stock and barrel replacement:
Daft Aider
Hunter
As a UK based (and, from Monday, 501st approved) Boba, I can highly recommend RS and Bobamaker, BM has great communication and his work is incredible and the price is great - but you will have to wait a lot longer as he is in high demand. I had to wait 12 months for a helmet kit from him.
RS can turn around things a lot quicker, I bought their armour (raw), shin tools (finished) and Jetpack (trimmed, primered and ready to paint). MOW has some great stuff for very reasonable prices, but don't forget customs charges if buying from outside EU, this can sting quite a bit.
RS can turn around things a lot quicker, I bought their armour (raw), shin tools (finished) and Jetpack (trimmed, primered and ready to paint). MOW has some great stuff for very reasonable prices, but don't forget customs charges if buying from outside EU, this can sting quite a bit.
Daft Aider
Hunter
In my opinion, Bobamaker is the closest you can get to FP this side of the pond (just my opinion) The finish on the helmet kit I got from him was unbelievable, his attention to detail is fantastic, I will literally only have to paint it. His shipping prices aren't that expensive, it's just the wait times are very long.
crimson
Hunter
Thanks i think i might get the helmet first and go from there
thats cool makes my life easier
Thats exactly what i planed on doing replacing the stock, the barrel, T bars and a new scope
BM quoted me a year for the helmet and other parts 6 months !!!
I think i will go with RS since its only 4 weeks wait for the helmet
what was the quality of the armour raw ?
I heard the same from RS how did your armour turn out
where are you based in the UK maybe you can give me pointers i know a few guys from the garrison
Sweet glad it helps
crimson
Hunter
Ok so got this custom loanstar from germany its an older version 2
Its 1 too big for me i wanted longer sleeves because my arms are long but this is crazy !
Also i realised that i ordered ESB colours but i want ROJ now, is there anything i can do ? wash it a few times ? Bleach it ? colourant ? airbrush it ?
With the size i am can take it in and make it my size since i am good with tailoring, but the colour oh man ....
Its 1 too big for me i wanted longer sleeves because my arms are long but this is crazy !
Also i realised that i ordered ESB colours but i want ROJ now, is there anything i can do ? wash it a few times ? Bleach it ? colourant ? airbrush it ?
With the size i am can take it in and make it my size since i am good with tailoring, but the colour oh man ....
Daft Aider
Hunter
I have a WIP in this section on TDH and also in the 'Bounty Hunters' section on UKG website, with lots of pictures.
I also have pictures of my cleared costume in this section on TDH.
The RS armour is pretty accurate for ROTJ with a quick turn around, vac-formed ABS i believe (anybody correct me if I'm wrong) it needs a fair bit of trimming.
Not sure what you can do about the colour of your Loanstar flightsuit, maybe a very very hot wash, and leave it out in the sun for a few days to see what happens, I believe the ROTJ suit is just an aged and faded version of the ESB, but don't quote me on that ;-)
I also have pictures of my cleared costume in this section on TDH.
The RS armour is pretty accurate for ROTJ with a quick turn around, vac-formed ABS i believe (anybody correct me if I'm wrong) it needs a fair bit of trimming.
Not sure what you can do about the colour of your Loanstar flightsuit, maybe a very very hot wash, and leave it out in the sun for a few days to see what happens, I believe the ROTJ suit is just an aged and faded version of the ESB, but don't quote me on that ;-)
Mullreel
Well-Known Hunter
Yes if you look at the flight suits over time it appears that the ROTJ is the ESB just fading and such over time. If you look at the parts of the suit that were protected from the sun and weathering you can still the the blue hue.
If you carefully bleach and weather the ESB suit you can easily reach the ROTJ look. I did that with mine. If you fade the suit out fairly well then you can add some pearl grey and tan dye to get to the exact color you want.
The tougher part is the sizing of the suit, you will definitley need to tighten the suit up.
If you carefully bleach and weather the ESB suit you can easily reach the ROTJ look. I did that with mine. If you fade the suit out fairly well then you can add some pearl grey and tan dye to get to the exact color you want.
The tougher part is the sizing of the suit, you will definitley need to tighten the suit up.
Bounty1138
Active Hunter
Considering the size is a fair bit off and the colour isn't what you want, you might be better off selling the suit and getting a new one. It seems like a lot of work to get it to where you want it to be.
Daft Aider
Hunter
I agree, it may be best to sell and buy a better sized one. you'd probably have to completely rebuild the flight suit.
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crimson
Hunter
Awesome i will check it out
i have a thread there too its empty and no one comments on that web site
I will go with RS for the helmet for now, then order the rest as time allows
Sewing is easy for me, i can do it in a half day its an easy construction, plus i can give a better overlap on the arm
Thats true but i dont know anyone who would want to buy it, and i dont have access to the cargo hold yet i think you need about 50 posts or something like that
Re building is easy i re made this size 18 dress down to my size and also changed the piping to the correct style and then changed the style of the collar
Re sizing this would be about 3 hours work for me
I would take in the sleves and the back and sides a little i think that's all it needs
Bounty1138
Active Hunter
If you have the skills to do it yourself that makes a pretty big difference. For me, the tailoring would probably cost as much as a new suit.
Don't underestimate the number of people looking for a flightsuit. A ton of people on these boards as well the Mercs could be looking. Access to the cargo hold is still an issue though.
You're never going to reach 50 posts if you keep using Multi-Quote
Don't underestimate the number of people looking for a flightsuit. A ton of people on these boards as well the Mercs could be looking. Access to the cargo hold is still an issue though.
You're never going to reach 50 posts if you keep using Multi-Quote
Jesuit24
Hunter
What about the armholes? If you're taking in the sides and the shortening the shoulders. you'll have to remove the sleeves and reconstruct the armhole and sleeve crown which is definitely the most complicated part of tailoring. If you can do that, you should advertise your services in the cargo hold!
crimson
Hunter
If you have the skills to do it yourself that makes a pretty big difference. For me, the tailoring would probably cost as much as a new suit.
Don't underestimate the number of people looking for a flightsuit. A ton of people on these boards as well the Mercs could be looking. Access to the cargo hold is still an issue though.
You're never going to reach 50 posts if you keep using Multi-Quote
Lol its 50 posts and 90 days i had a second look at it, its triple stitched !, its going to take 2 hours to un sew it then another hour to cut and about 3 hours to re sew and overlock, so thats 6 hours of work not so easy !
I need to find somewhere to see if anyone wants it, will list it for sale and see if i can get it to go for less than i paid for it
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yeah i was just looking at my overlooking machine theres no way mine can do it, this material is like denim i would need a heavy point industrial machine, even my £500 machine would break !
Going to see if i can sell it if not i will start on it after a month of trying to sell it, 6 hours i could paint some of my armour !
I see a lot of discussion about RS and BM here right now, and I'm wondering as to Animefan's (or other maker) helmet stands to their (RS/BM) armor parts etc?
Are they compatible? I understand that it might be best not to diversify with the makers of different pieces, but I'm guessing the helmets are of at least good overall quality and work cross manufacturers...
Mullreel
Well-Known Hunter
It is no problem to have multiple makers. The main thing is that the items fit you. If you body fits RKD armor with a FP backplate and an Animefan helmet with Bobamaker gauntlets and an RS Props jet pack and a Loanstar flight suit with a Batninja vest and neckseal and a Woodman cape............then that is what you need to do. Mixing and matching is what most people end up doing to get the best fit.
And if each part is painted well then they will all match up well for the final look.
and the makers you have listed are all quality.
And if each part is painted well then they will all match up well for the final look.
and the makers you have listed are all quality.
Daft Aider
Hunter
Couldn't have said it better myself
I think Animfan's helmets are good, I'm not totally sure but I think he took over the ASOK GMH Coldcast, if so that's what I have and it's a good lid!
crimson
Hunter
So far i have a huge mix of different parts on mine, Bobba Maker knees, RS helmet, BM Gloves, butt and cod armour from BM, Woodman cape,
Its painting, using different paints cause your armour to be different
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Spot on
Thanks guys! It's a relief to know that!
Yes Animefan has a coldcast, I've PM:ed him about it, hope to hear from him soon. I plan to start there and add the electronics and wireless stuff to make the RF move etc, and then go for the gauntlets.
crumdum
Active Hunter
Thanks guys! It's a relief to know that!
Yes Animefan has a coldcast, I've PM:ed him about it, hope to hear from him soon. I plan to start there and add the electronics and wireless stuff to make the RF move etc, and then go for the gauntlets.
I have Animefan finishing up a helmet right now for me with Jc27's wireless setup in it.
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