Armor material

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spendingsnail

New Hunter

• Apr 23, 2017

• #1

I was wondering what you guys reckon would be the best material to use to make the armor pieces out of for a Boba Fett costume.

 

Gregory

Active Hunter

• Apr 23, 2017

• #2

If you read through previous build threads, you'll get lots of ideas, especially the scratch builds. ABS and PVC sheet are the best for the scratch builder to work with. I used 3mm thick PVC "Sintra" sheet for my armor. There are templates in the posts at the top of the list designed for using this material. It cuts easily and can be shaped with a heat gun.

 

cyberpyrot

Active Hunter

• Apr 24, 2017

• #3

I used Aluminum. but it does not flex at all.

 

SPY007

Active Hunter

• Apr 24, 2017

• #4

Try a sign shop for scrap plastic.

 

Notlewis

Active Hunter

• Apr 25, 2017

• #5

I use PVC hardfoam (Sintra) for making armor. Easy to cut, form, glue and paint.