New to TDH? Read this about how much you will spend!

Mods feel free to sticky this since it gets asked often.

OOps I also forgot to mention that the helmets were for helmets that are movie sized (not the MSH1or2) not the Don posts.

ESB sidearm $90-140
Cape $15-45
Chest display $70-100
Gauntlets(both) $50-350

I knew I was forgetting things. Thanks Combatbaby I will add them to my first post.

I also changed your price on gauntlets because I have never seen a set that is available on a steady basis for under 130 if you know someone who does them for 50 please send me a pm

pm sent

Thanks for this list! It actually helps alot. I'm not new, but Zam ranges are around the same in total.

Ok, Combatbaby's $50 gauntlets exist sort of with an *. The $50 is for the shells only it doens't inlcude any of the resin bits that you would need.

Ah, they just don't make 'em like they used to.....they now make 'em more movie accurate!!! (and you get what you pay for, that's why all us old timers have upgraded many of our original parts over the years. TDH became a phenomial research database). To bring back some nostalgia from the "old times", check out my original Boba parts back from the late '90s before TDH even existed...

Helmet: Free, given to me by a friend. 95 DP

Armor kit: $315 shipped. This included:
Collar
Chest (4 pieces) + Sticker
Backplate
Shoulder Bells + Sticker
Gauntlets
Cod
Knees + Resin darts
Shin tools
Jet Pack

That's right, every single "hard armor part" including jet pack for $315 shipped. You can't even buy just the jet pack for that price now-a-days. That stuff was really good quality for it's time, but now with the massive research done by TDHers, there's more movie accurate parts available.

OK, part two: the "Bounty Hunter Ensemble" from a now defunct costume company. Again, it was around $315 shipped for this set:
Jumpsuit
Vest
Ankle Spats
Gloves
Wookie Scalps
Cape
Tan "Saddle bags"

So, those 2 makers made almost every part of my original suit except for shoes, blaster ( $95 resin kit off ebay in 1999 ) girth belt and ammo belt.

I made my own original ammo belt and shoes and upgraded both within the next couple years. Now you can see I made my Boba purchases for everything under $800. But wait! That doesn't include a few hundred dollars more for all the different paints, glues, elastic, industrial velcro, screws/nuts + bolts, aluminum tubing, braided hose, welding visor, and all sorts of other nick nacks to just complete the parts kit you have sitting in front of you. By the time I was "finished" the first time to wear it out, I'm sure it was more like $1,200 or so. By now, I've spent another $600 probably on upgrades, and I'm sure that's normal or even a little low by todays prices to build your own Boba Fett costume.

But on the other hand, you can create your own parts by hand if you're talented in such things and make a good looking Boba costume. I know one local TDHer who built all his "hard parts" by hand out of sintra (yes, including gauntlets and they look darn good) and I believe he said he spent $35 for all the "hard parts" except for the jet pack. You can do it, just depends on how much labor you wish to do and/or what your budget really is.

Completed Fett.....Priceless!

And another chunk of change if you wanna get fancy and get the US Divers buckle.

I still need to get one of those someday.

I forgot the divers belt. But honstly that one is so random in price I got mine for next to nothing since it came in a group of random diver belt buckles, but I have seen the entire harness thing go for lots. (now I only have to figure out what on earth to do with 6 other random metal diver belt buckles).

Mr Fett, It sounds like you did your shopping the same place I did many years ago. After pretty much redoing my costume completely over the last year you certainly realise how expencive this hobby can be. But the accuracy of the parts available through TDH now certainly outweighs the cost in my opinion. But like you said, it can all be done on a budget and still turn out some amazing results!

Think ive droped almost $4,000 on mine but thats with all the upgrades and remote stuff.

Originally Posted by Rat_Fett

Completed Fett.....Priceless!

BAH HAHAHAHAHA! True True!

Yeah, this is probably a good post for people planning to start this!

Got $3000 into mine, but it might be an idea to also list stuff like Jango.

Excellent post, Predatormv! Yes, a sticky this should be.

Might want to add paint.....all the Poly Scale colors / Model Masters will run about $100-$125 to do a complete costume.

Yeah...I had every upgrade, sale, etc. tracking every penny of my ESB, but since lost the info. I do remember being in the $3500+ range................uggh

ok that didnt work for me at all. Sorry pointless post.

I have spend over 2000.oo on my fett costume and I am finally a neckseal and sidearm away from 501st. It does cost alot. I couldn't even have a halloween costume fett for under 100.00. At least not a very convincing one.

Toe Spikes - $50 - $70

I think ya forgot to post Wookiee braids. I'd say anywhere from $10 to $50. Like others have posted, the upgrades are gonna cost quite a bit. I initially spent a little over $2k on and my price tag for is now a 5-figure number after upgrading several times.

Thanks GCN and JB for the toe spikes and wookie braids. I am glad people are likeing this theard vs thinking i am a pompass jerk.

I also added the part about the paints.

Thanks Graeme I love you too.

This is great info that every new member should read because simply put, "you get what you pay for". I know Sticker Shock can put a damper on things but take your time and buy piece by piece and in the long run you'll have everything you need and you'll be satisfied with the end product. C

I think I've got over 4K stuck into mine, and I made every soft part, (minus the boots & ammo belt) myself!!! Makes me wanna cry when i think about it!!! And, I've got many more upgrades planned. Of course, that doesn't figure in the fact that I have never sold any (or the majority of) my older parts. In addition to the "how much it costs" question, heres annother one to add on there: How long does it take to build a good Fett suit???? I've got 5 years into mine, & I expect to keep upgrading for a while!!!
D

I am also at the 5 year level. But I hope to actually be "finnished" within the year. Unless someone comes up with casts off the pre-pro armor and or helmet then I think I will be done here very soon.

Way to go.... You probably singlehandedly have scared off more new people with this thread than anything else that had been posted.

Lets go over the marketing strategy again because you have it backwards.... first we reel them in showing them amazing pics and all the fun we are having... then, once we have them firmly and hopelessly hooked, we pounce on them like a tiger with the absurdly high cost of this hobby!

I'm new to TDH, and just about to start my journey. After spending several hours here reading up on our hero, I started listing all the stuff I need to get... This thread is really helpful, but also a real eye-opener. ****, this can be a pretty expensive hobby!

I have thought about putting together a Fett suit for many years, probably ever since I saw Fett the first time on screen back in '80. I'm 34 years now with wife and kid, and I already gave up on the whole idea, thinking it's kind of too late starting now. I had no clue TDH existed - I stumbled across you by accident - and I can't tell you how surprised and thrilled I am to see so many people that are doing this!

The collected Fett knowledge and experience building suits here on TDH is simply amazing! You are totally nuts, and I love it! I'm here to stay!

Welcome to TDH dude. Glad ya found this thread first.

I'm new to TDH as well. I made a set of chest armor back in Art School out of steel plate - very heavy. Found this site by accident. Great resource! Nice to get an idea of how much people have spent on the suits. Gives me a good heads up as to what I'm getting into.

- Hollywood

See Brak's I think it is better, we scare off some sure, but the ones that really have the drive, and love just now have a more reasonable idea of what they are getting into.

T-visor : $8-15

......

Here is some sticker shock for what I feel is a nice ROTJ Fett.

Helmet….
FP MSH2 helmet $262
BKBT Metal stalk $35
Lens $20
Padding materials $10
calc casting $10

Armor….
FP chest armor $50
FP Shoulder bells and collar $36
TDH member made Metal armor attachment blocks (6) $20
FP cod piece, knees, $83
DeanO Machined knee darts $40
FP Gauntlets $285
TDH member accurate replacement Resin rocket $40
Misc. doodads and doo hickies, hoses, to detail gauntlets $40
BobaPhett 4 machined darts $40
RA back plate and butt plate, $50
TDH member chest and shoulder decals $10
Shackman chest lights $185
RA JP $550
DeanO machined JP detail parts $40
TDH member accurate JP decals $15
Accurate scuba belt buckle and belt, $25
Accurate tent shelter cape $25

Jumpsuit and soft parts….
Selfmade Jumpsuit, spats, $85
RA vest highly modifed by me $50
Mohair dyed girth $25
Wookie scalpes self made $15
Reidmiller ammo belt $70
Slave1 gloves $50
Slave1 side pouch’s $50
JW boots $170
TDH member resin spikes $25

Accurate Patterson shin tools $50
MB ROTJ resin Fett rifle $250

Misc parts, paint, putties, glues, epoxies, liquid masks, tape, assembly screws, nuts, bolts, plastic, velcro, elastic straps, detail tape, you name it, etc. $150 +

Around $2900 total

Lynn

Oh man, am I glad I knew what I was getting into long before this thread.

I am new to the TDH forums and think this was a great idea. You don't realize all the time and money needs to be devoted to a project like this until you start. And there is nothing like getting started and then realizing you aren't going to have the time and money to finish. Luckily I built a TK before starting on my Jango so I had some kind of idea what it would take even though a Stormtrooper has nowhere near the amount of pieces that it takes to make a good Fett costume.

Woot I got sticked!

Originally Posted by Predatormv

Woot I got sticked!

You're welcome.

Aww thanks Bob I knew someone still loved me.


Take that JFJ!

Here's what I have so far
scratchbuilt helmet- $12.00
scratchbuilt armor- $13.00
fabric for vest- $2.00
paint- $40
trying to explain to my english teacher why Boba has priority of homework-priceless

JANGO COSTS


Helmet: $50(Rubies) to $250 or more for a completed one.

Jet Pack: $200-$500 or more.
Classic or stubby

Gauntlets: $125-$300 or more.

Armor: $100-$300 or more.
armor includes collar, shoulders, chest plates, center diamond, belly plate, cod piece, thighs, Knees, shins, Foot, and backplate.

Blasters: $50(rubies) to $750(MR)

Boots: $50(knock offs) to $200(reinone) REAL KCs $???

Girthbelt: $100-$300

Holsters: $100-$300

Pouchbelt: $100-$300

Flightsuit: $50-$200

Vest: $50-$250

Gloves: $10-$45





Optional things

Cape: $50 as seen in OS

Electronics:
voice changer $25-$400
led range finder $25-$125
remote/motorized range finder $50-$200
switches and led for gauntlets $10-$30

Aluminum parts:
darts 4 large and 2 small on right gauntlet $20-$50
missile on left gauntlet $100-$150
hoses need dyed $5 for dye $20 for hoses
beacon and stabilizer for jet pack $50-$125
range finder stalk $25
Knee darts $40-$80

Thanks FSOS! Now all we need is a Zammer to come in and post a price list and it will be complete. Since custom mandos are completly different it isn't really possible to make an accurate price list for them.

The price of gloves may need to be altered to $50-$80. I have never seen a pair of gloves go for the "$150" posted. Also, the T-Visor may need to be updated to $10-$20.

ONE MILLION DOLLARS, MUHAW-HA-HA!

The older slave one gloves were around $150 if I remember correctally.

Originally Posted by Predatormv

The older slave one gloves were around $150 if I remember correctally.

I got mine from Shelby (Slave1) himself and he only ever charged $50.... The occasional ebay auctions or re-sale of them may have gone that far, but as for the maker it was only ever $50 out of the gate.

Steve

I think we should "clean up" this thread and keep it as informational as possible and trim it down some..........MODS??

Thanks for the information
Martin

I'm new to this . This is a great post. But with anything Star Wars or any character. And if you want to do it right it is going to cost money. It is also a hobby. I have been collecting Star Wars seriously since 1989. And going into this (me wanting to start a boba fett costume) I'm looking at this as a hobby.

Originally Posted by Jimmy BufFETT

Jet Pack (painted): $1,135

man, and to think i sold JP#2 for $250!!!

Originally Posted by Rat_Fett

Completed Fett.....Priceless!

hahaha

yeah, i'd say for my jango, I'm lookin somewhere between 3000 and 3500 total, and theres still a few pieces I'd like to upgrade

****** ebay armor (v1) 150.00
JD armor - fiberglass helmet and all armor - 500.00 give or take a little
helmet gasket - 40
MLC Arena pack - 385
MLC v2 pack - 385
blue door gauntlets - 150
jumpsuit - 70
vest - 65-75
gloves - 20
cummerbun - 40
belt/pouches/holsters - made myself, and when all was said and done, probably about 150 give or take a bit
MR westars - 600
knee darts - 65-85
reinone boots - 200
another 100 or so in materials

I'd like to upgrade my gauntlets one of these days, and I'm about due for a new jumpsuit. It's nice to almost have it where i want it, but theres no way i would have been able to drop that kind of cash in one shot. All I can say is be patient, do your research, this forum is a mine of good info and better people!

Thanks for all the prices. I wish to start building my costume very soon. I've so far saved a little over $2000. I was planning on buying my Boba Fett costume from Star Fortress Production. But due terrible reviews about SFP, I've decided not to. So I plan on building my fett costume and hope I'll turn out just fine.

yep, unless you like throwing money out a car window at 80 mph, stay away from SFP. they're bad juju on a pretty grand scale.

lol, very true abntroop

Hi everyone.
I AM new here, but as for sticker shock... no, not really. My husband and I have been doing 'Klingon' for Star Trek for some time, so there really isn't anything that would shock me for a price tag anymore. Seems like DIY can be your best friend sometimes in the world of Star Trek, so we know the feeling. We're going to try to do a Zam (me) and Jango (him), and so far, your board kicks butt for ideas and 'how-to's'. We havent' fully 'evolved' from Star Trek (just try to make him stop! I'm making him a new Klingon outfit now ), and in the learning stages for our new outfits-to-be, but fear not. We haven't met a price tag that drove us off yet; just takes a little extra saving, that's all. We're hoping to be in the bounty hunter game soon enough. Just wanted to say 'hi', since I'll be on here a LOT for ideas. Bye!

Originally Posted by Citokre Dekanis

I like my stuff being spick and span, and if I were a r/l Mando with my mentality when I'm not working I'd be cleaning/tending to my armor. So what does everyone think? Weather, not weather, or just a little bit?

-Cit

that's the great thing about customs... you can do whatever you want with it. i think a clean and shiny mando could be interesting.

Originally Posted by tk7602

that's the great thing about customs... you can do whatever you want with it. i think a clean and shiny mando could be interesting.

Yeah, I think I'll definitely go with a clean Mando...not too shiny though, mine's going to be based on stealth so it'll be more subdued: Dark green, black...want a third color, still deciding.

I'm pretty good at CG art...but that's scenery and stuff...I can't draw or model a CG character for ****. I wish I could draw up my concept to show everyone. I'm probably going to make the majority of the armor out of steel. I'd like all the armor pieces to be steel, but there's some components, helmet especially, that are way beyond my metal working level.

I'm also going to make two beskad to go with it.


-Cit

4 hours to get dressed??? Even with all my side fat I can get into Jango in around 20-25 minutes with some help with my girthbelt, backplate and jet pack!!!

So where is the best place to buy this stuff cause i heard about a few places but where is the best

Originally Posted by The Few the Proud 501st

So where is the best place to buy this stuff cause i heard about a few places but where is the best

you're there now. this is the best place to go for anything fett related.

as far as specific people / places.. that's all in the eye of the beholder. some people will prefer certain sizes, materials, etc... no-one can really tell you what is the "best"

just read the various threads and see what you like.

Thanks for the prices we might spend down the road with this costume choice. I'm a Newbie here but some of you know me from other places. Please don't hold that against me

Jumping Johosafat! That's a lot of money! This kind of makes me want to rethink my Boba Fett costume. So far, I have nearly nothing done.

Well right now my running tally of aquired materials for my ROTJ Fett is $1458. I still need my gauntlets, accessories for the gauntlets, EE-3 blaster, vest, motorized components for my RF and the paints required to finish my helmet and armor. So, I am looking forward to that 07 tax refund check!

Long time reader, first time joiner. And glad to be here!

I would like to reenforce the fact that there is no "cheap" way out of a Fett. I know from experience. I was trying to beat a convention deadline last year and work within my budget - which was practically nothing after my divorce - and came up with a fairly decent costume with an odd sort of blaster for about $400 NOT counting the helmet. Before I knew about this forum I did buy a pretty darn decent helmet off ebay but it was another $400 in itself. I had no idea I was paying too much for that repainted Don Post, but I still say it's a pretty good one. I did by a couple of other pieces on ebay - cape from TK409 (which is how I eventually got to this site), wookiee braids and chest armor. The rest was cheap materials and it shows. So there's $800 for a costume that is far from canon but has done me well for the area I live and has lasted through 5 appearances in the last year. But it's definitely subpar.

So for any of the newcomers who see the shots of some of you guys' brilliant costumes and expects to come off easy, I hate to disappoint them to tell them they can't, but they just can't. Which is where I'm at.

I'm probably going to retire my scratchbuilt Fett and start on making something real. And I'm being just as real about it. Like I am, newbies should expect to spend a year or two on their costume just to get one done and years after that upgrading and keeping it maintained, unless you're just going to put it on a mannequin.

We'd all love for this to be easy but it's not. It's about passion. Passion for the uniform. Passion for Star Wars. Passion for the Fett.

And, apparently, according to the number of people in these forums, man, it's simply great!

So if you're new to this forum and, like me, starting your real Fett adventure, then buckle up, adjust your rangefinder, and get ready for the pursuit that leads to the grandest of rewards, no matter how long you have to chase it. Because there just isn't anything better IMO.

And who said the life of a bounty hunter was easy anyway?

Good luck to you all! And may the fo......well...may the bounty come easier than expected. After all, it's worth a lot to me..and all of us.

Lets not forget the ever rising costs of postage & handling...

Heyy all, I'm new here but have had many ideas about creating my own Mando armour. It's something that I've wanted to do for a while and I know alot of people have created Boba or Jango replicas I'd like to make an original. I've read this post and come to grips with the expense but obviously it's so worth it.
There's so much I want to do and I'm not very skilled at making these kinda things but want to do it all myself. Is there any tips and advise that people woul give to a first timer like myself?
This seems like a great community and I'm sure I'll get alot of feedback and help from helpful and kind people. Glad to have found the forum and to be part of the community.
Tronor

Well, after reading some of the prices I've seen posted here, I wanted to chime in so as to not discourage anyone from completing a truly awesome project.

That being said, I spent roughly $1,140.00, excludng my time.

Keep in mind, if you check these posts often enough, you may find some nice pieces at really great prices.

My Boba Fett cost was fairly low, but that does not mean it's garbage. It's defintiely not screen accurate, and does not measure up to many of the extraordinary builds found here, but I love it, it serves it's purpose, and I have been complimented on it many times.

Here is a cost breakdown:

Mannequin - $150.00
Helmet - $95.00
Visor - $20.00
Electronics - $10.00
Armor - $50.00
COD Piece - $50.00
Gauntlets - $110.00
Jet Pack - $250.00
Vest - $5.00
Jumpsuit - $65.00
Boots - $35.00
Cape - $5.00
Blaster - $150.00
Gloves - $5.00
Girth Belt - $10.00
Ammo Pouches - $10.00
Side Pouches - Free! (Karma Post)
Shin Tools - $45.00
Miscellaneous Hardware - $10.00
Paint/Building Supplies - $65.00

Total - $1,140.00

I did get deals on a few items. I got the COD piece, shin tools, jet pack, gauntles, and side pouches from members here. I was able to make the vest cheap becasue I bought the fabric from a craft store and my mom sewed it, same with the cape. The shoes I bought and painted myself, I built the ammo pouches from foam and fabric, the ankle spats were made from leftover material from the jumpsuit, etc, etc, etc. I also painted everything myself with the exception of the COD piece.

And you can see it looks very nice.

I had some very good ideas, how to's, and suggestions in the thread showcasing this build, but for some reason the thread was deleted.

You can see the progress here:

http://www.policefigures.com/page15.html

Here is the final result. Good luck!

Updating my Boba up to $3500

Adding my Jango which I put $2500 into it.

Well, I am only just beginning and I have spent over $1200 thus far on my Boba and custom progress for me and my spouse's suits. Adding an RC recently to that just makes it the same as a small college education.

I too am glad I knew what I was getting into before I got into it. I am working on getting something to the wearable phase as soon as possible, from then on out its just a matter of keeping at it.

Very informative post though.


Alexis
*smiles*

I just recently decided to start a ROTJ Boba Fett. For you beginners I made an excel spread sheet with the following columns and rows:

Columns:
Armor Piece
Producer (Who to get it from)
Price
S/H
Total
Date Ordered
Source
Notes

Rows:
Helmet
Shoulders
Collar
Chest
Back
Cod
Butt
Knees
Gauntlets
Jet Pack
Decals
Blaster
Flight Suit
Neck Seal
Flak Jacket
Gloves
Boots
Toe Spikes
Pouches
Ammo Belt
Girth Belt
LED Chest
LED RF
LED Gaunt/Beacon
RF
RF Stalk
Lens
Cape
Shin Tools
Spats
Braids
Aluminum Upgrade (If you want to go that extra expense about $350.00)
MQ1 (for helmet)
Voice Amp (another if ya wanna)


Then I could keep track of each item and it's total cost. If you know how to use excel you can set up the Price, S/H, and Total columns to automatically add them up. This way you keep a running total and stay within you budget. I went about $100.00 over my budget of $3000.00, but I also went with some of the top items. You can go cheaper but remember you will probably want to upgrade so it might be best to hold off, save up, and go for that awesome piece from the get go.

I know I'm a newbie but I found going through this experience right now this seemed to help a lot.

Thanks!

Levi

looks pricey....what am i gettin into...bet it's worth it though!

At least 1K USD? (That's 40K PHP...) Looks expensive... Then again I'll mostly be using recycled stuff from school projects... (Paint, cardboard, and the like)

Oh well. You guys mentioned that you wn't really buy all the materials at once, right? Hopefully, I can cram a little more time between homework, studying and video games. (o

Besides, by the time I'm done, which is I'm estimating in four years, or so, I'd be in the right age to join the 501st! (lol, but yeah. I'm 14. 18's the age limit, right?)


@tk9950 : I'm a newb, too. What's S/H?

S/H is shipping and handling

Originally Posted by DVardonir

Besides, by the time I'm done, which is I'm estimating in four years, or so, I'd be in the right age to join the 501st! (lol, but yeah. I'm 14. 18's the age limit, right?)


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I'd be careful about investing too much into your costume now. Seeing as that you're only 14. I'm only 17, so I could still grow, but I also grew 6 inches since I was 14. I'm not trying to discourage you, but be informed that you may grow and then you might have to upgrade. Which being a teenager, trust me...i know, can be very expensive

Originally Posted by DangerRuss

looks pricey....what am i gettin into...bet it's worth it though!

The cost to put together a top notch Boba Fett costume? About $3,500

The feeling you get when you're dressed in it? Priceless


(oops, sorry Rat Fett - just saw that you posted something similar earlier :o)

I was ready for the price to be high, but not quite like that. Either way, I'm going to do this, because I have wanted a Fett costume since I was 12. It seems this is going to be a longer term project than I had originally anticipated. I need a good hobby anyway.

This is a great thread for noobs like myself. Now I know I must stop buying all that stuff I didn't really need and save it for this much more important project.

sign me up.

this is awesome thread great to have price ideas and what is needed =)

Well in the end with my full outfit I believe it'll only cost about $200-$300 but only because of my discounts I get from my store and a friends store.8)

Here is my list so far...mind you I haven't spent a dime from selling off old stuff and trading. I think I'm at the end of those good times though. Not much left to sell off/trade so the last few things I don't have yet will have to come out of pocket for real! Still...When it's all done I figure I will spend about a 1/3 of what you would if you started from scratch with nothing to sell/trade in place...

Here you go!

Originally Posted by FoxPrimus101

Well in the end with my full outfit I believe it'll only cost about $200-$300 but only because of my discounts I get from my store and a friends store.8)

WOW! What stores are those?

Originally Posted by FoxPrimus101

Well in the end with my full outfit I believe it'll only cost about $200-$300 but only because of my discounts I get from my store and a friends store.8)

Could you get me on this discount list??

$300?? You must be speaking of the "Rubies Supreme fett" right?? I don't want to discourage you at all, but did you reall all the previous posts? Did you mean $2000-3000 and just forget that last "0" maybe??

I wish you luck on your quest, but I would be surpised if you're anywhere near that number. Please feel free to list your items with their prices so we can follow your progress. Best Of luck.

i quit counting at $1200.

Here is an update...NOTE* I changed some of the amounts to show ACTUAL cost if you don't know how to cut corners and/or trade, etc.

You should probably have b/w 2500 and 4000 dollars ready to do this right depending on your skill level and how much you can do on your own vs. buying straight from vendors.




And I'm sure that I'm still missing a few odds and ends on this list plus failed attempts, materials/supplies, etc.

Since New members don't have access to the Sarlacc Pit when the first register, should this thread get moved to either the intro forum?

Thanks for the great info guys!! Man, what did I get myself into!!??? Ha ha...

I love the challenge and hunt for the right pieces.. But I also understand the good point about getting a wearable costume ASAP in order not to die in the process. But sometime the cost is higher replacing the pieces afterwards, and perhaps you will not be satisfied with the costume.. So my approach is: Get the right things first and then perhaps spend 10-12 months or perhaps even longer.. I have some other SW costumes, so I dont feel naked in the Boba process ...

Hi, I'm glad you did this thread. I'm quickly finding out myself that these kinds of things cost! Luckily for me I have a friend who is an excellent sewer and she is working with me on designing a custom pattern for my fbody for my flightsuit and vest with built-in neck seal. The material for my flightsuit is already purchashed the fabric for my suit and I need to buy the cotton twill for the vest.I'm spending almost $200 on my bucket (thanks Gypsyboy), and I'm about to start paperboard mock ups on my gauntlets; hopefully if they turn out alright I'm be able to save some $$ there and build them myself (here's hoping).
I'll probably build my upper torso pieces myself as well as my shin guards out of 3mm Sintra. More than likely I'll buy the cod piece and back plate from a seller. Since I'm still in the preliminary stages of putting it all together, I've split my materials list into two separate lists; one for hard pieces and one for soft. I will be building my jet pack later so I'm budgeting for a poncho/cloak getup for now.
Most of my $$ is definitely going into the hard pieces, and don't get me started on the boot as I'm still on the hunt for those. It's so much better to do your homework on something like this before you start. I've received so much advice from the guys in here and over in the Mando Mercs and it's helped make this project easier. Thanks all!