slave1pilot
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As far as the sheen goes, those museum pictures really don't give off the reflective tendencies of a brand new vest...they're clearly weathered, beat to ****, and yes, while they aren't a complete FLAT color, they aren't a shiny article of clothing. Heck, shuffle through my CV pics on facebook, and depending on how you take the picture (flash/lighting/etc) you can see a "sheen". Either way, super-shine vests detract from the overall appearance.
Maybe I didn't clarify, but as far as the double-stitch seam, that's for only the AOSW vest. It isn't on the MoM.
Thanks for reiterating what I said about the stitching & the sheen (and the weathering required to dull it).
Now back to what this thread was originally intended for, answering TDJFett's questions, I can say that from just my eye and research, my opinion is to go with a bobamaker flightsuit and flak-vest. If you're doing straight up ROTJ, I would go by the MoM Exhibit photos as far as the stitching/weathering. Just let Daz know, be very specific, and you'll receive some incredible soft parts that really make you stand out. I've gotten A LOT of compliments on the suit, which re-affirmed I chose right.
And just to re-iterate man, make sure it's FORM FITTED! Expect to head to your local tailor, OR, take as many minute measurements as you can before you hand them off to Daz.
I'm not on here to bash DAZ or his work . He does a good job on everything he makes, but like you said, you had to send your vest to DAZ 3 times to get what you wanted.
I realize that here are inaccuracies in EVERY maker's wares. It all depends on what you are willing to settle for.
I was also trying to stay on topic by offering my advice on the vest and neckseal ,while at the same time showing reference photos to substantiate my opinion . After all, the man did ask for opinions on Shade,color,and material.
And I've gotten one or two compliments on my suit as well. I even got a compliment from this guy (although he prefers the ESB suit )
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