Cold Cast Boba Helmets

**asok** · 03-19-2011, 12:49 PM

Here is the official thread about the helmet run for the FP budget Boba helmet in cold cast.

The basic kit is $175 and comes with 1 layer of cold cast and 3 layers resin, cold cast ear cap, clear 3 part range finder, and aluminum range finder stalk. The ears and MQ-1 are already cast into the helmet. You can see more photos and info here http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f23/f...ld-cast-40206/ Shipping in the US is USPS Priority Mail with insurance included.

On the right side I took my hand sander and some steel wool to it.

I cast all my range finder parts in clean and in a pressure pot. The small lens is cast from a real SX-70 lens.

To get on the list, please email me at

. I have created a ticket system so that I do not lose who would like. In the past I have been forgotten and forgotten others. My goal is to keep this from happening again. My goal in life is to treat others the way I want to be treated. This is also just a hobby, please remember that. I only make a few helmets at a time. My family and work come first.

Thanks,
Asok

**DarthVeach** · 03-19-2011, 03:29 PM

I had already sent you an email from your previous thread, but I just sent another to be sure!

**JackFrost** · 03-20-2011, 02:54 AM

How much is the shipping to germany? How is the cost with shipping and includet T-Visor?

**asok** · 03-20-2011, 10:51 AM

Originally Posted by JackFrost

How much is the shipping to germany? How is the cost with shipping and includet T-Visor?

To Germany shipping is an extra $50 and shields to make the T visor is an extra $15.

**Kord** · 03-23-2011, 03:41 PM

Got mine today, thanks it looks great!!

**LiquiTed** · 03-24-2011, 07:56 AM

This is a great helmet kit. Got mine a few days ago and I'm sending it out for paint tomorrow. Can't wait to get it back and it's not even gone yet!

**Darth_Finger** · 03-25-2011, 01:44 PM

email sent

**rackey01** · 03-31-2011, 08:48 AM

Got mine too! Very pretty!!

**Trout** · 03-31-2011, 09:03 AM

If I sent you an email already, do I need to again?

**asok** · 03-31-2011, 10:09 AM

Happy to hear you got the helmet in on piece. The PO has been breaking them lately.

One email is all you need. I am working to fill orders as fast as I can. Between trooping, sick, and work, I am a little behind.

**DarthVeach** · 03-31-2011, 10:21 AM

Originally Posted by asok

Happy to hear you got the helmet in on piece. The PO has been breaking them lately.

One email is all you need. I am working to fill orders as fast as I can. Between trooping, sick, and work, I am a little behind.

OUCH! Pretty sad when something is marked Fragile, they can still break it! Since I am in Ohio, maybe I will drive to Indiana and pick mine up!

hahaha J/K

**asok** · 03-31-2011, 10:36 AM

Originally Posted by DarthVeach

OUCH! Pretty sad when something is marked Fragile, they can still break it! Since I am in Ohio, maybe I will drive to Indiana and pick mine up!

hahaha J/K

I just bought 500 of these stickers

Maybe they will get the hint.

I wanted a sticker that said something else but, it would most likely ensure that they smash it.

Be warned, if you come to Indiana, I will make you cast your own helmet.

**DarthVeach** · 03-31-2011, 10:47 AM

I put stickers like that on all my Ebay stuff and it does tend to help a little!

Casting - I have always wanted to learn how!!

**asok** · 03-31-2011, 11:16 AM

It takes about 3 hours to do 2 helmets. I do a Jango and a Boba at the same time. Then about 3 to 4 hours to demold.

**KaanE** · 03-31-2011, 11:38 AM

Originally Posted by asok

I just bought 500 of these stickers

Maybe they will get the hint.

Or maybe they will just...

**PrimalScream91** · 03-31-2011, 03:08 PM

Originally Posted by KaanE

Or maybe they will just...

Hope to god your not shipping through UPS I work at their main air hub, if anything is marked fragile, some of the people go out of their way to break it.

**Mojo-Fett** · 03-31-2011, 03:15 PM

Nice lids B...

**Mullreel** · 03-31-2011, 04:48 PM

I might have to drive to Indiana so that I can cast my own helmet now. LOL

**Markus Fett** · 03-31-2011, 08:05 PM

Originally Posted by asok

Happy to hear you got the helmet in on piece. The PO has been breaking them lately.

...Mine was one of the unfortunate ones, I guess. Great looking helmet, but both mandibles were cracked. I had one of those ROTS/ESB "NOOOOOOO!" moments. Maybe I should turn it into a special edition "punched in the face" version?

**asok** · 04-01-2011, 04:43 AM

How bad did they break it?

**PrimalScream91** · 04-01-2011, 06:13 AM

Originally Posted by Markus Fett

...Mine was one of the unfortunate ones, I guess. Great looking helmet, but both mandibles were cracked. I had one of those ROTS/ESB "NOOOOOOO!" moments. Maybe I should turn it into a special edition "punched in the face" version?

You could turn it into a post Sarlacc Helmet lol

**Markus Fett** · 04-01-2011, 06:21 AM

Originally Posted by asok

How bad did they break it?

I didn't have daylight to shoot, but here are some pics:
Shipping Damaged Boba pictures by MarkusFett - Photobucket

C'mon Primal, the Sarlac Pit helmet's been done; how about the "Blast! I smacked my head on the door of Slave I, again" Version?

**PrimalScream91** · 04-01-2011, 06:46 AM

Originally Posted by Markus Fett

C'mon Primal, the Sarlac Pit helmet's been done; how about the "Blast! I smacked my head on the door of Slave I, again" Version?

YouTube - Star Wars Head bump

**asok** · 04-01-2011, 06:48 AM

What the heck is up with them! Please let me know how you would like it fixed. New helmet or partial refund.

**DarthVeach** · 04-01-2011, 03:12 PM

How does that happen? It looks like the inner layers are intact, but like the CC layer chipped off.

I will throw a few extra $ your way for extra bubble wrap on mine please!

**Mullreel** · 04-01-2011, 05:16 PM

Yeah that sucks....its repairable but it would **** me off.

**GCNgamer128** · 04-02-2011, 03:28 AM

Would you be interested in doing a non-cold cast copy? I'm rather interested in one.

**DarthVeach** · 04-02-2011, 07:10 AM

I second that GCNgamer128! I would be more than happy with a standard resin cast, especially since I am going to be painting it.

**FettFanatic** · 04-02-2011, 08:03 AM

The cold cast means you don't have to paint the helmet silver first which is what is typically done. A plain resin cast would be fine, but you would just have to paint more.

**DarthVeach** · 04-02-2011, 09:03 AM

Originally Posted by FettFanatic

The cold cast means you don't have to paint the helmet silver first which is what is typically done. A plain resin cast would be fine, but you would just have to paint more.

I am fine with that. I honestly am going to paint the silver myself anyway, cold cast or not, so it will match the rest of my armor.

**Markus Fett** · 04-02-2011, 11:44 AM

Originally Posted by asok

What the heck is up with them! Please let me know how you would like it fixed. New helmet or partial refund.

If the damage weren't exactly on the most visible part of the helmet, I'd probably take on repairing it, but I think I'd be happier sending it back and getting a new one. I don't wanna hijack your sales thread any more than I have already, though, so shoot me a PM and we'll figure it out that way.

BTW everyone, I just wanted to point out that I'm in no way calling out lesser workmanship or anything like that. This is a great looking helmet and I love the cold cast!

**asok** · 04-02-2011, 01:46 PM

All resin helmet with no cold cast. I could do that, never tired. Would need to do a test helmet

Markus, soon as I get new shipping supplies I will have a new helmet out to you. Also, no worries on the hijack. To me it is fun to where we get hijacked to.

To everybody, I talked with a guy who worked for UPS in the claims section. He gave me some pointers on what packing to get and how to better pack it.

Party on!

**DarthVeach** · 04-02-2011, 02:45 PM

Party on Wayne...er asok!

**BGHunter** · 04-02-2011, 05:25 PM

Ive heard it better not to mark it fragile, as they all get handled the same , exept if it does say fragile its like having a kick me sign on it

**PrimalScream91** · 04-02-2011, 05:39 PM

Originally Posted by jinto

Ive heard it better not to mark it fragile, as they all get handled the same , exept if it does say fragile its like having a kick me sign on it

As a UPS worker (who does not participate in such acts of box kicking) this is about 99% true. But as a word of wisdom if it is shipped via air, the package will quite possibly have a couple hundred pounds on top of it, as packages are shoved in "cans" for transport

**BGHunter** · 04-03-2011, 04:34 AM

So whats your verdict Primal, mark as or not to mark as fragile?

**Firespray Pilot** · 04-03-2011, 07:35 AM

PM Sent

**PrimalScream91** · 04-03-2011, 06:17 PM

Originally Posted by jinto

So whats your verdict Primal, mark as or not to mark as fragile?

Note: The main UPS Air Hub (In Louisville) where most packages go no matter where their destination, is employed mostly by college kids (they pay out tuition) so packages.

Note 2: About 85% of our packages are marked "FRGILE" so it's kinda normal to see, therefore special attention is usually out of the question, (and college kids handle your packages) So, marking the package will probably not help much.

My verdict would be to ensure that the helmets are heavily packed in the boxes (Styrofoam, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, etc) and make sure the package has room to give incase there is weight put on top of it, so don't let the helmet touch the actual box but leave some (not to much) room inside. But that is just my opinion, if a "professional" told you different then go with them.

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-03-2011, 06:42 PM

Almost done painting the ROTJ version pics this week sometime

**asok** · 04-03-2011, 07:11 PM

Originally Posted by PrimalScream91

Note: The main UPS Air Hub (In Louisville) where most packages go no matter where their destination, is employed mostly by college kids (they pay out tuition) so packages.

Note 2: About 85% of our packages are marked "FRGILE" so it's kinda normal to see, therefore special attention is usually out of the question, (and college kids handle your packages) So, marking the package will probably not help much.

My verdict would be to ensure that the helmets are heavily packed in the boxes (Styrofoam, packing peanuts, bubble wrap, etc) and make sure the package has room to give incase there is weight put on top of it, so don't let the helmet touch the actual box but leave some (not to much) room inside. But that is just my opinion, if a "professional" told you different then go with them.

Thanks for the info. Sounds like what happens here in Indy. Also, thanks for the ideas on shipping the helmets as well. Means a lot. That is one of the reasons I love this board.

Originally Posted by Fett 4 Real

Almost done painting the ROTJ version pics this week sometime

Photos? Where are the photos? I would love to see one of these helmet done!

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-03-2011, 08:42 PM

On my FB haha...pics coming soon though of a completed one...doing the ears then the kill stripes and final assembly I like what you did with the right ear cap

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-05-2011, 04:05 PM

So who wants to see it all done?

**deadland** · 04-05-2011, 04:09 PM

Well post it already and lets see the right ear cap!!!

**asok** · 04-05-2011, 04:38 PM

Originally Posted by Fett 4 Real

So who wants to see it all done?

Ok, just as FYI, F4R is a tease.

**Verbal21** · 04-05-2011, 05:00 PM

Just saw his finished product and yup, it's a no brainer now....you got e-mail, Asok

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-05-2011, 05:00 PM

Hey now...I was fitting the T-visor when I posted, its done NOW...I think ?! Some quick pics

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-05-2011, 05:01 PM

Originally Posted by Verbal21

you got e-mail, Asok

Biting the bullet are you?

**Verbal21** · 04-05-2011, 05:09 PM

Originally Posted by Fett 4 Real

Biting the bullet are you?

If mine can look anywhere near that good, then definitely

**DarthVeach** · 04-05-2011, 06:15 PM

Asok, did you raise the price based on shipping materials?

The old post still has the old price, so I wondered!

**asok** · 04-05-2011, 06:23 PM

F4R, that is sweet!

Originally Posted by DarthVeach

Asok, did you raise the price based on shipping materials?

The old post still has the old price, so I wondered!

Yes and no. The extra $5 is to cover shipping and the stuff I use to make the helmets went up at least 5%.

**Firespray Pilot** · 04-05-2011, 06:59 PM

F4R NICE work on that, bro!

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-05-2011, 07:06 PM

Thanks its going to Eagc, in a day or two gonna let the paint set just a little longer said Id get it done by friday little ahead of schedule

**deadland** · 04-05-2011, 08:04 PM

Another picture perfect ROTJ!!!

**dlzx9r** · 04-05-2011, 08:07 PM

that is very nice F4R !! can't wait to see your next one

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**DarthVeach** · 04-09-2011, 03:33 PM

Can anyone who has one (or asok) tell me how much one of these weighs?

**Mullreel** · 04-09-2011, 05:16 PM

I have not weighed mine specifically but they are not extremely heavy. They have a good feel to them. I am at work tonight but if no one answers I will put mine on the scales tomorrow afternoon and tell you what I get.

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-09-2011, 05:22 PM

i weighed the box i shipped today box and finished helmet 4.9 lbs its not heavy

**GCNgamer128** · 04-10-2011, 12:28 AM

Ever figure out a full resin kit yet? I'll be interested in taking the "test" copy if all goes well with it.

**asok** · 04-10-2011, 06:07 PM

Originally Posted by GCNgamer128

Ever figure out a full resin kit yet? I'll be interested in taking the "test" copy if all goes well with it.

Not yet. Working to fill orders of the normal kits before I working on a test helmet.

**DarthVeach** · 04-13-2011, 03:59 PM

WHOOHOO! Got my notice from Asok and sent payment today! Can't wait!!

**BGHunter** · 04-14-2011, 01:29 AM

Got mine today , great helmet, and such a cool guy to deal with , he runs it like a business
thanks Asok

**BedlamX** · 04-15-2011, 09:00 AM

Got one of his Jango's and one of FP's...may need to grab one of these for the boy if he decides to scrap his lobster tail back and go with a less flexible, yet more traditional bucket. Nice to see you got the molds. Was hoping someone that did good work would and I ain't disappointed.

**asok** · 04-16-2011, 12:25 PM

Small update, yes I can do them in all resin. I am hoping on Sunday I will be able make this helmet

More photos can be found here Super Trooper

**Mojo-Fett** · 04-16-2011, 12:36 PM

Awesome work big B,

Love that lid (posted) feel free to post me a Ali 'prototype' and I'll see what I can do...

**GCNgamer128** · 04-17-2011, 01:50 AM

What will the all resin buckets run?

**asok** · 04-17-2011, 10:26 AM

I put a post up here http://www.thedentedhelmet.com/f23/t...-helmet-41788/ of my experiment.

**DarthVeach** · 04-18-2011, 04:49 PM

Just wanted to say i got mine today and it is BEAUTIFUL!! A very clean, sturdy, lightweight cast. If any of you are on the fence about buying this, don't hesitate! It is worth it!

**DarthVeach** · 04-27-2011, 05:45 PM

Wanted to show this off. This is with #0 steel wool followed by #0000 wool.

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-27-2011, 05:51 PM

Told ya really easy to shine it up with steel wool...

**DarthVeach** · 04-27-2011, 05:58 PM

I was surprised!! This is my first Cold Cast anything and when the metal started to appear it was like magic! Just bummed the clear coat will probably dull it a bit. Gonna use a satin clear to seal it first.

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-27-2011, 06:12 PM

Yeh it shouldnt be to much though...ur gonna wanna get to work on the visor area it took me a bit of work to get it done

**DarthVeach** · 04-27-2011, 06:45 PM

Cutting you mean? Yeah, that will probably be the next step before any painting. I guess I am a bit nervous to do it. The plan is dremel and a very thin exacto-saw blade!

**Fett 4 Real** · 04-27-2011, 07:47 PM

Yeh....that should work well...some files should be on ur list too.

**BGHunter** · 04-27-2011, 09:45 PM

Got mine how I want it ,(keeping it as is) Ill finish the RF and then its done

**Firespray Pilot** · 05-04-2011, 06:19 PM

Darth Veach and Jinto...very nice work on those so far

Hey Asok, I just received my helmet today. Great work on these

! It arrived in perfect condition. I know that Chris (FP) does awesome work. I own both a budget helmet cast made by FP and now yours. I like the way that you really piled on the resin making your cast quite thicker and heavier. Nice

! Thanks for continuing on with this project and offering these to the community. And thanks to Chris (FP) for getting your mold to someone that could carry on your outstanding work. You ARE appreciated, brother. Thanks again. If you are ever down in Miami, hit me up for Hooter's Chicken wings, beer, and....ummm hooters.

**asok** · 11-07-2011, 08:37 AM

I had some free time this weekend and I have an extra helmet ready to ship!

**crow86** · 11-07-2011, 09:15 AM

Pm inbound

**cmdunner** · 11-07-2011, 05:48 PM

Kind sir: if you have an extra Jango helmet I have some extra paypal credits burning a hole in my pocket! PM incoming!

**asok** · 12-04-2011, 10:45 AM

I have one Boba kit done and ready if anybody would like it.

**danakin245** · 01-13-2012, 02:06 PM

Just got my helmet thanks alot man!

**CustomSin** · 01-19-2012, 10:34 AM

pm sent

**AMBrown** · 01-21-2012, 09:37 PM

PM sent

**Darth_Finger** · 01-25-2012, 09:33 AM

These are great helmets.

**DracutToupin** · 02-08-2012, 01:30 PM

Pm on its way!

**Hebinator** · 02-09-2012, 02:55 PM

On the waiting list for one of these. I'm super excited!

**sgtski** · 03-15-2012, 09:03 AM

I want to get one the list depending on turn around time and length of waiting list.

**eopie herder** · 03-15-2012, 11:55 AM

Originally Posted by DarthVeach

Wanted to show this off. This is with #0 steel wool followed by #0000 wool.

That is amazing....which my Jango cast looked that clean!

**Buffbeefbroth** · 03-30-2012, 05:53 PM

Email sent!

**sgtski** · 04-18-2012, 08:50 AM

I do not have pics but my helmet arrived safely and in tact. Thank you.

**xingshen71** · 04-18-2012, 09:50 AM

Email sent.

**gianco** · 04-18-2012, 11:03 AM

Email Sent!

**DarthVeach** · 04-18-2012, 01:43 PM

Originally Posted by eopie herder

That is amazing....which my Jango cast looked that clean!

Thanks. I hated to get rid of it, but I lost my job a while back and some personal things came up and I couldn't justify keeping it. I hope to eventually get another.

**jendor** · 04-19-2012, 02:32 AM

awfully tempted to make this part #1 of my fett .. what would be the shipping to UK ?

**asok** · 04-19-2012, 05:37 AM

Shipping to the UK is about $50.

**jendor** · 04-19-2012, 05:44 AM

cool thanks for the swift response, !

**asok** · 06-10-2012, 12:36 PM

I have had some people ask and yes I am still making these helmets. If you would like one, please email me at

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**DracutToupin** · 06-10-2012, 05:47 PM

I know its not a perfect paint-job, but the cast is amazing. Well worth the price, if your looking for a great bucket don't hesitate.

**Pointoforigin** · 07-05-2012, 07:29 AM

It's not just canon Bobas that look good with this cast. I'm very happy with it!

**asok** · 07-05-2012, 07:41 AM

That is sweet!!

**terryfett** · 07-06-2012, 10:35 PM

I am on the list!!!! This will be my first real paint attempt when I get it, I've done my gaunts, and my armor, but that is small fries compared to this....Wish me luck, and May the FETT be with me...

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