FP Armor - Version 3

Yes, Seekers wrath. Spear = bad news. But I think I'd be more worried about him being all muscle bulging and oiled up , with a TINY little leather garment that could fall right off in a scuffle


He's gonna to be soo mad at me for this

FP

FP and Seeker in baby oil and leather pant fight...

(Imagine bedroom fight scene in Borrat!) Nuff said...

Yup, nuff said


FP

You are one hard working man! The backplate mod looks great. I imagine your PO just looved you showing up with a bunch of big boxes around the holidays. LOL

Hey FP, pm sent your way

I am very interested if you do a second run, or if someone back out. PM sent!

Originally Posted by SEEKER

Some one called for an oil bath and a spear?

Too funny... glad you took it in good jest bro...
Altho my wife is quite smitten...

Originally Posted by Mojo-Fett

Too funny... glad you took it in good jest bro...
Altho my wife is quite smitten...

Mine too ... though she'd never admit to it in a thousand years

FP

Get my PM bud...?

And yeah if she did...back down the gym for me?!

*sigh* Another day without FP armour...

Mojo, I live in Canada, and i haven't recived mine yet. but i know its on its way thru tracking #.

Don't worry it'll come....

Rock On...Payment was just made!!

Hey Gav bearing in mind thats its just been Christmas and the postal service in our great country (the UK) is **** normally its no great surprise that our FP V3 hasn't arrived yet, patience my man all good things.....

I know really... UK postal service is pants!
You know what it's like? ya see something you really want... and then the wait is like being a kid again before Xmas...

Originally Posted by Mojo-Fett

I know really... UK postal service is pants!
You know what it's like? ya see something you really want... and then the wait is like being a kid again before Xmas...

Mojo, FP's armor is gonna knock your socks off...I swear, you'll be sleeping with it next to you...umm, not that i did that when mine arrived, not denying either...but uh...ummm..nevermind! Where's the postman!!!

Stay safe,

Tim.

Cheers Tim... always the vioce of reason?
I'm sure the armour will indeed rock, BUT...

As for sleeping with this next to me....? ummm I think what happens in a mans bedroom stays in a mans bedroom..

My armor arrived today, and WOW!!! Thank you so much for making this posible FP! It´s a work of art!!

FP, the armor looks just UNBELIEVEABLE(and i haven't even gotten to see it for myself yet in person). I think you saw the thread about the chest lights sizing issue I may have. Is there any chance I could order a replacement left chest piece with the slots?? Just let me know the details and we'll work it out!! Thanks so much again for an AMAZING product!!!

Hey Scott, thanks buddy I gotta 'nother one standing by. It's on me. Just shoot me the addy you want it to go to again in a PM so I don't have to hunt for it.

FP

PM sent!!!

Ahhh! I'm still not added to the list on page 1! Noooo!! LOL

But in all seriousness, it sucks you haven't received your next shipment of plastic, but it might be a good thing. It's allowed you to take some time off from this project and actually get some rest! No one wants to see you burn out trying to get everyone's armour done.


I really can't wait to get mine. Following the FP V3 progress threads all I can do is: . The stuff looks great!!

Thanks for the update FP.

Rest? what rest?

He's gonna get started on some Spartan helmets. He has like 20 of them to make.

:LOL

Shoot me a call when you have time FP "300 spartan helmet" talk.

I better get busy

A side note about your bucket ... since you are showing it off at a prop party, I didn't primer the outside of the bucket so everyone can see it in all of it's pretty white-ness And it can be seen that the seam line really is microscopic



UPDATE:

Plastic shipment is safe ... it turns out that they were out of stock on the real thick plastic used for the backplate and kidneyplate. So the order was shipped on the 28th. Should be here any time now. Probably today actually So we're gold !

FP

YESSSSS!!
I got my armor today..:thumbup
This is some beautiful work of art. The amount of detail to this set is unbelieveable, and the curves and bends... Oooo..
Thank you soooo much fettpride, i LOVE your work.

You hail from Norway Korn...?
Mine must be on the ship behind yours then...

Yes. Norway, the land of the Vikings.
I see that your armor was sent the same period as mine, so i would guess that it will show up very soon. You could also check this site: http://www.usps.com/shipping/trackandconfirm.htm

I hope so...
Been checking it everyday on USPS & Parcel-force and all I get is it left US 22nd Dec... But thanks for the heads up.

Don't forget to post pics of your build up bro...

Hei FP!

How much for the knees and the shoulders?

THX

PD: (Shipped to Spain please )

Originally Posted by TK172

Rock On...Payment was just made!!

Just wondering if ya got $$$

The wife said the goods arrived!

YAY!!

Originally Posted by KaanE

Hei FP!

How much for the knees and the shoulders?

THX

PD: (Shipped to Spain please )

Id be interested also.....Shipped to Indiana

Heya !

Seeker - Good news my brother !!! Let me know what you think tonight eh?

Good grief Gav, this is getting ridiculous. I'm so sorry this has taken so long for you. It's even more disturbing to know that KoRn300 just barely got his ... I had no idea his shipment was taking so long as well.

From now on, it might be a good idea to start considering International Express mail for our over seas members. It's really not that much more. And there is a guaranteed delivery. Then again, it then comes down to customs. If that's what this is about, unfortunately I cannot do anymore on my end. There is another member that has had his shipment sitting in customs, and he has to wait for an "Invitation" to come and claim the package It's not right. Either we (USA) are the most open and vulnerable country in the world, or everyone else is just waaaaaaaaaaaaay to cautious ... maybe both. I know, that was a really stupid statement We all know that we (USA) are just open to anything and everything, even with "Homeland Security" I just don't get it. My curiosity would be more in wanting to know if your customs in (insert country outside of the U.S. here) scrutinizes shipments from other non U.S. countries as much as they do those parcels from the U.S. ? I suppose what I'm trying to say is, are they "profiling" when it comes to the U.S. ? Seriously, real question. I've never asked anyone before. Ok, ok, end rant

KaanE, and Fettswatcop - I'll send you guys a PM in a bit

UPDATE :

Still no plastic shipment. But, it's most likely do to the fact that we're getting SLAMMED with the worst storm this area has seen in 30 years right now. All of our mountain passes are closed (the only ways in or out of Klamath Falls, Oregon) and the airport just shut down and cancelled all flights. The shipment is being delivered via freight becasue it's HUGE If they can't make it in because of the snow, it can't be helped. Sorry guys, I have no control

But to lighten it up a bit, you will ALL (I don't care who you are, it's funny) probably get chuckle to hear that yesterday afternoon, I decided not to pull my truck into my garage so that all of the snow would fall off of the under carriage before I pulled it in (so it the melting snow wouldn't flood my garage) and when I came out to finally pull it in, it was sitting out in the middle of the street !!!!! Yes, the ice pack underneath was soooo slick, that the truck slid down the driveway, and out into the street while it was unattended No damage, nobody hurt, not even a knock on the door. It was just sitting out there, blocking the road, all by it's lonesome So, go ahead, chuckle on my friends

More to come. There are still a couple of hours left in the day here, so anything is possible.



FP

Beautiful stuff man. Bautiful.........

Fantastic armor, crisp helmet, great packing job, etc......

I could finally finish off this ESB Fett punk that I've been trying to do so for so many years.

I can't believe how much different the new backplate is. Nice.

I should have it trimmed and displayed tommorow. I'll post pics after our builders meeting tommorow.

Hey FP - You will enjoy coming to our First Saturday of The Month Prop Builders meeting. I'll tell you more about them once you more around these part of the woods.

Ohh and thanks for the shipment. Dude! I owe you. Thank you.

Arturo

Yeah FP i know what you mean about the storm, i'm in the San Francisco area, and we had the bridges closed down cause the wind was actually flipping over semi's and i heard one vehicle was blown off the bay bridge entirely. Fun stuff!!

Yeah it's been a blast so far

I've been seeing that sort of stuff on the news practically daily. They had 2 semi trucks blow over up north of here heading toward Portland that kept the 5 freeway closed for 12 hours

Luckily, the sun is finally poking through a bit. Which leads me to the update ..


UPDATE:

The plastic shipment is on it's way as we speak. Got a call from the freight driver who will be delivering it within the hour

Good thing too. As there are more storms on the way, one that's supposed to hit this evening for more multiple inches of snow So just in the nick of time ! So, we're on our way guys, I can probably have enough of the remaining armor sets out by weeks end to make most of you happy campers Thanks for being patient !

Based on what surplus is left over, I'll be able to gauge how many more sets can be made for a second run if there is interest. So stay tuned for that too!


Seeker : So where's those pics buddy boy !



FP

Thanks for the update FP, that's good news indeed!

No problem

The shipment has arrived safe, and sound Now I gotta play catch up

Stay tuned

FP

Originally Posted by fettpride

But to lighten it up a bit, you will ALL (I don't care who you are, it's funny) probably get chuckle to hear that yesterday afternoon, I decided not to pull my truck into my garage so that all of the snow would fall off of the under carriage before I pulled it in (so it the melting snow wouldn't flood my garage) and when I came out to finally pull it in, it was sitting out in the middle of the street !!!!! Yes, the ice pack underneath was soooo slick, that the truck slid down the driveway, and out into the street while it was unattended No damage, nobody hurt, not even a knock on the door. It was just sitting out there, blocking the road, all by it's lonesome So, go ahead, chuckle on my friends

Sheesh! Glad nobody was hurt and your truck wasn't damaged.
We had something like that happen to one of our F-16s while I was stationed in Germany. The pilot had landed after a mission, taxied back to his parking location, and did a "U-turn" in front of the HAS (hardened acft shelter) so the tow crew could hook up and back the jet into the shelter.
Well, about 5 minutes after he shut the engine down, a gust of wind caught the jet and it started sliding across the ramp!! It stopped when the wingtip (with a training missile loaded) slammed into the big steel HAS door!
That was 1 of 3 ice-related incidents within 24 hours over there. After the third one, our wing commander shut down flightline operations for a day.

Hey Chris...clear some PM space...I have an excited PM for you

Originally Posted by superjedi

Sheesh! Glad nobody was hurt and your truck wasn't damaged.
We had something like that happen to one of our F-16s while I was stationed in Germany. The pilot had landed after a mission, taxied back to his parking location, and did a "U-turn" in front of the HAS (hardened acft shelter) so the tow crew could hook up and back the jet into the shelter.
Well, about 5 minutes after he shut the engine down, a gust of wind caught the jet and it started sliding across the ramp!! It stopped when the wingtip (with a training missile loaded) slammed into the big steel HAS door!
That was 1 of 3 ice-related incidents within 24 hours over there. After the third one, our wing commander shut down flightline operations for a day.

Ya well.....My........Jet....has real bombs! So ja....You just....You just top that, Buddy.

FP Pm'd ya

Geo

Still no shipping updates for Mojo...

Originally Posted by Mojo-Fett

Still no shipping updates for Mojo...

I sent 2 boxes out to edinburgh back on the 17th and neither has arrived yet. They show has having left the US, but not having arrived in the UK.

What is it with mail in the UK? *sheesh*

I really dunno mate... drives me crazy sometimes! Grrr
I've got exactly the same response from USPS? left USA 22nd? I know it's no-ones fault... just eager to get started on my first Fett?

Sorry for the rant guys... :o

FP, sent you a PM about the decals buddy!! Just seeing if you got it...

Originally Posted by fettpride

Brian - did you get your package ???

yup! my chin is now well armored! i was expecting vac formed or something, not nice flexible rubber. i never thought i'd be so excited about a chin cup!

For you all waiting on an overseas shipment, be patient. I know you have been, but I'm sure your shipment will arrive. I've had to mail overseas a couple of times and it takes forever! They'll say it will arrive in two weeks, but that really means a month. It's a pain, but check out the shipping rates for UPS and FedEx. OUTRAGEOUS! Hang in there!

*update* My package has now cleared UK customs and has now entered the 'hub' what ever that means... Not long now!!

Sorry for rant other night guys... NO reflection on the MAN!

FP

Totally understandable Mojo, no worries. But fortunately, in this instance, the wait will COMPLETELY be worth it!!

I know Scott...
You got some sweet Armour there too? bet you can't wait to receive it?

Thanks for the understanding.... OH and I totally bet it will be...

Hmm still no V3 for me either? **** UK

Originally Posted by BOBA PHAT

For you all waiting on an overseas shipment, be patient. I know you have been, but I'm sure your shipment will arrive. I've had to mail overseas a couple of times and it takes forever! They'll say it will arrive in two weeks, but that really means a month. It's a pain, but check out the shipping rates for UPS and FedEx. OUTRAGEOUS! Hang in there!

Well it doesn't take forever... only if some customs agent sits on the box for a few weeks. The postal system works awesome. And UPS and fedex is not always that much faster than usps, trust me.

I can't complain, fettpride mailed my armor on 12/21/07 and it arrived on 1/7/08 in germany. Boy is that armor awesome!!! Fantastic work Fettpride! Thanks for all your help!

Any chance of another run?

At the very least I'd love to replace my V2 bells and knees but a complete set would be awesome.

Man...you guys sure like to tease the ones that don't have their armour yet with all these fancy, shiny pictures don't you!? LOL

I'm really looking forward to working on this project, the armour just looks spectacular! I can only hope that my painting skills are good enough to do the armour justice! :thumbup

I would be interested in a 2nd run as well.

Im curious if your going to do another. Im also curious if you completed that trek yet. I may send you some files to hold on to so I dont lose them. The amount of data I go through, I lose stuff ALOT

Volterc Any word on your flightsuit yet? Isn't it incredible how fast real products from real people can arrive.

Originally Posted by HMPOTC33

Volterc Any word on your flightsuit yet? Isn't it incredible how fast real products from real people can arrive.

no to your first question, and yes to your second question!
i know usps does a great job. and i'm sure you do as well. gonna get started on the armor this weekend, can't wait ....fettpride did such an outstanding job, gonna have to make sure to not mess those pieces up now, lol

Originally Posted by fettpride

KaanE, and Fettswatcop - I'll send you guys a PM in a bit

Havent heard from ya yet

Package arrived today, thanks FP your the greatest, and no customs charges this time!!! Horray!!!

Oh Guantlets...I am drooling!

Awesome stuff FP! I CAN'T WAIT to see the V2 gauntlets! I don't care if the wife makes me sleep on the couch for a month, I'm in on a set of those for sure!

Gauntlets ...........did you say GAUNTLETS Sign me up bro!! A bit premature I know

Maybe its a good thing that I just broke up with my girlfriend after all, no more evil stares and 'what do you mean your going to wear it, dont be so stupid'

count me in for the gauntlets also.

Gauntlets here also...i bet they are sweet

HOLY SMOKES!! gauntlets as well, how much of my money do you want

can't wait to see them!

ps

FP, PMT $ent for FPH.

Wow - too much to buy. Better save the pennies.

Hey FP,
Take it easy bro! One thing at a time. Don't want you to get burned/stressed out. Guants? Exciting!....I'm in of course...hehe!:thumbup

Hey Chris, sent you a scarf my friend Seriously though bro take it easy, we know everything you've done is definitely worth the wait! And wrap up warm we don't want you getting the sniffles

FP gauntlets?

'bout time! I'm sick of getting outbid on the old ones!!

Originally Posted by tk7602

FP gauntlets?

'bout time! I'm sick of getting outbid on the old ones!!

So say we all

That is some Awesome armor!

Get better Chris!

I'm not sick Sixx .... just freakin cold !

But thank you

I love your TDH name bro. I like calling you Sixx. It reminds me of the old Motley Crue days Then, it reminds me of Young Guns, then it reminds me of .. Oh nevermind. You get it I had a couple shots tonight to stay warm !!!

FP

Man that is COLD!! And I'm comin' to ya from Minnesota We usually get nailed with a handful of subzero days and nights on occasion, thus far the coldest we've gotten has been single digits 8) BTW...gauntlets...you don't say? I have been on a short leash for ESB gauntlets for some time now...the Holy Grail to completing my FETT YOU CAN COUNT ME IN And oh yes, I am on pins and needles for the armor as well...can't wait to get my shipping conformation

Cheers,
~Kevin

Hi Everyone !


UPDATE:

The good news ! The rest of the armor for this run has started shipping ! When I finally say it, it goes fast as you all most likely know Sorry it took a little extra time getting there.

I'll start posting confirmation/tracking on the page 1 list as they come in. Right now I've got a few that I'll post up here in a few. The rest might havet o go out at the same time on Tuesday, since the post closes at noon on Saturday where I live, and Monday is a holiday (cough) But for all intents and purposes, Run 1 of V.3 is officially complete as far as I'm concerned. It just hasn't caught up with you yet

A big thanks to all who participated ! And many thanks for your kind words and comments !!!!

The Second Run will officially commence on Tuesday, in fairness to those that haven't shipped on Run #1 yet. Once the last box has shipped, I'll start the second list if there is enough interest. So if anyone wants in, now might be the time to start thinking about it, because this one is going to have to go fast due to time constraints on my end with project deadlines.



FP

Thanks for the update FP.
Looking forward to it.
Hey! How come mine still says (PART PMT)...hehe!

I definately would like in on those pieces i talked to you about in this next run if possible. :-)

Hey FP...please put me down for a set of ROTJ gauntlets!

To those who are sitting on the fence....DON'T!
You will not be disapointed, and i've waited a looong time to buy armor, and i'm glad i got a set of FP V.3! (my wedding present from my wife)

I missed the boat on V.1 and V.2.

i lucked out on the V.3 due to improvements, i just hope this is it ,on these...lol

A++ on shipping, communication..even thought he's very busy, and price!

I can't wait to see details about the ESB gauntlets! I love how you're putting so much detail into the ESB set where often they would be ignored for the more popular ROTJ set.

Definitely interested on the next available run of ROTJ!

Please put me down as interested in the Armor and Gauntlets.

Deffo interested in next run of armour and gauntlets.

Gauntlets??? THE FP Gauntlets? Chris...you're the man bro!

Yay! I'm glad this run is finished, I can't wait to get it. Although I'm still not listed on the page one list...should be the last one at #30. I also still need to send you payment for shipping, so if you can let me know how much that will be I'll fire that off to you as well.

Armor arrived today! WOW!!! Absolutely FANTASTIC!!! Chris, you have once again outdone yourself!!! Thanks ever so much for your hard work and attention to detail.

Originally Posted by TK1455

Yay! I'm glad this run is finished, I can't wait to get it. Although I'm still not listed on the page one list...should be the last one at #30. I also still need to send you payment for shipping, so if you can let me know how much that will be I'll fire that off to you as well.

Sorry my brother - just had not had time to update the list accordingly

All will reflect tomorrow


AFFOD - Glad you like bro, thanks for the kind words !


Good stuff coming guys - updates on other items real soon.




FP

Originally Posted by fettpride

Hi Everyone !


UPDATE:

The good news ! The rest of the armor for this run has started shipping ! When I finally say it, it goes fast as you all most likely know Sorry it took a little extra time getting there.

I'll start posting confirmation/tracking on the page 1 list as they come in. Right now I've got a few that I'll post up here in a few. The rest might havet o go out at the same time on Tuesday, since the post closes at noon on Saturday where I live, and Monday is a holiday (cough) But for all intents and purposes, Run 1 of V.3 is officially complete as far as I'm concerned. It just hasn't caught up with you yet

A big thanks to all who participated ! And many thanks for your kind words and comments !!!!

The Second Run will officially commence on Tuesday, in fairness to those that haven't shipped on Run #1 yet. Once the last box has shipped, I'll start the second list if there is enough interest. So if anyone wants in, now might be the time to start thinking about it, because this one is going to have to go fast due to time constraints on my end with project deadlines.



FP

Hey FP,

I shot you a PM the other day. Wanted to make sure you got it. Also if there is room on your list you have another buyer.

Thanks,
Dave

I'd be interested in maybe a kidney plate and shoulders only... and sucks I just got some gauntlets or i would have held out for yours!!

maybe i'll fix these up and sell them when yours come out lol

stupid hobby!!

Did you request it in black? Or is that the way it was sent to you?