*Update* 3D Printed ROTJ EE-3 Build…and Subsequent Repair.

[BudaFett]

That metal d bracket really does make a huge difference in stability.

 

[ShortFuse]

That metal d bracket really does make a huge difference in stability.

Absolutely. There’s no way a resin bracket would hold up. The weakest spot looks like it’s going it be right in front of the hand grip.

 

[BudaFett]

Yeah…for sure. Plus it’ll feel cold to the touch.

 

[ShortFuse]

Been doing some more messing around with this build. Probably doesn’t seem like I’ve accomplished much since last time, but it want things to be put together well before I put any paint on it.

Glued on the greeblies.

Added the two screw to the butt stock per reference pics.

Painted scope mounts and added hardware.

Added a threaded rod to the breach block for added strength, plus it’s similar to how it is in real life. Unfortunately, this is a part that was not included in the Airmarshal hardware kit. (Just a screw for one side was included) The real one, I’m sure is steel. Mine is aluminum. ( I used the screw that came with the rod.)

The breach action works although I don’t plan on using that feature due to the risk of breaking it.

I also inserted a brass rod into the breach block where a rod exists on the real one. (Not exactly sure of it’s function. Extractor mechanism, maybe???) Just though it added a nice touch.

So off to work for a couple of days and then I’ll get some paint on this thing when I get back home. Until then.

 

[PinkFlamingos6]

Looking great so far!

 

[ShortFuse]

Shot it with a base coat of dark grey today.
The lumpy bits are liquid latex where I painted some silver underneath for scratches, etc.

 

[RafalFett]

With the black paint already have that ROTJ vibe. It looks great!

 

[ShortFuse]

With the black paint already have that ROTJ vibe. It looks great!

Thanks!

 

[ShortFuse]

Began weathering.

Latex taken off.

I’m using the photos in the media gallery as a reference. I know some of the wear is probably from years of handling, but I like the look of it.

Next: Rust and other details.

 

[Irongladiator]

Suddenly it became real!

Lazerjock - Very real indeed! That FM metal part looks fantastic! Keep up the awesome work. I got me my Sidewinder EE-3 coming soon.

 

[BudaFett]

Very impressive for not being ESB!

 

[ShortFuse]

Very impressive for not being ESB!

Well, we all can’t be perfect.

 

[BudaFett]

Well, we all can’t be perfect.

You're forgiven.

 

[Irongladiator]

Well, we all can’t be perfect.

BudaFett - And let the record reflect, that the ESB Fett is, well….The Ultimate, The Best of the Best, as in, there is NONE higher, yes, yes?


-Iron

 

[BudaFett]

BudaFett - And let the record reflect, that the ESB Fett is, well….The Ultimate, The Best of the Best, as in, there is NONE higher, yes, yes?


-Iron

1) ESB
2) PP2
3) SE
4) ROTJ

 

[ShortFuse]

Well….I just realized I put this greeblie on backwards.

 

[Irongladiator]

1) ESB
2) PP2
3) SE
4) ROTJ

BudaFett
I couldn’t help but notice that “Book of Boba Fett” didn’t make the list. What’s up with that?




-Iron

 

[Rook 3]

BudaFett
I couldn’t help but notice that “Book of Boba Fett” didn’t make the list. What’s up with that?




-Iron

Indeed! The BOBF version doesn't have all those barrel fins to snag on stuff! High speed, low drag!

(And no silly rifle sling to keep it from falling in the dirt!)

 

[ShortFuse]

I’m calling this done. I think…

 

[BudaFett]

BudaFett
I couldn’t help but notice that “Book of Boba Fett” didn’t make the list. What’s up with that?




-Iron

Original Trilogy or nothing!

Obviously Mandalorian S2 and Book of Boba Fett deserve their own lists.

1) Boba Fett BOBF
2) Rearmored S2
3) post sarlacc
4) Nomad
5) just rocking the flight suit