9/12 update ROTJ Boba 501st approved!
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kevnaminute
Hunter
Thanks guys!
DP, I wrapped the tape around where the hoses push on - makes up snug!
The darts - not sure - they're metal like the gaunts (wicked beard). These were brought from another member already painted who was parting out his costume. I've actually lightly tugged on the darts to see if there is any give but they're pretty snug.
Yeah. I'm probably going to add some Velcro to the collar area
Thanks again!
DP, I wrapped the tape around where the hoses push on - makes up snug!
The darts - not sure - they're metal like the gaunts (wicked beard). These were brought from another member already painted who was parting out his costume. I've actually lightly tugged on the darts to see if there is any give but they're pretty snug.
Yeah. I'm probably going to add some Velcro to the collar area
Thanks again!
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kevnaminute
Hunter
Hey all,
As I wind down this build, thought I'd put together a "picture" parts list w/comments. Setting up the photo shoot here pretty soon. Lots of little things to correct and of course UPGRADES (are you ever really done with this guy?).
BOOTS/SPATS:
MOW Boots, Jodo's Spikes, Spats by Arkady, painting and weathering by me. These were probably the first things I did after the lid. Which was about 10 or 11 months ago, (shows you how long I've put off this build!). Generally followed Spidey's tutorial. Jodo's spikes are epoxied in place and I used super glue on the threads to keep the spikes in place and one of the spikes got kind of wonky on me (you can tell from the photo). Spats I need to dust a bit more. I also want to go in an add some caulking to smooth out the rough spots where the spikes are affixed.
JUMPSUIT:
Arkady, weathered by me. Fits great. Little worred about the bagginess in the shin area but tight knee armor straps help that out considerably. This was an every other night adventure. Gray/Black spray paint misting, acrylic washing with grays browns and blacks. Rust stains in certain places like the front pockets and around the edges of the sleeves where the gaunts would be, and the shins where the tools would be. Oh, the little dot on the right is the hole where my aker cord comes out.
ARMOR, VEST, BRAIDS, CAPE, DISPLAY
Armor is RKD large sized painted by Sleepalot. Cape is Woodman, Braids are Woody's also. Vest is Arkady. Display is Fettronics. Vest was weathered by me.
First the vest, can I say it was a nightmare getting everything lined up? Because it was nightmare getting everything lined up. I generally followed TK-409's tutorial and used snaps. Thankfully the armor hides a lot of mistakes (sort of like my TK armor). The vest I took sandpaper to and acrylic washes using various colors. Still need to trim off some of the bottom in keeping with 501st requirements.
The knees and shoulders were repainted by me. If you look at my first post, I had to agree with Aaron and Dom that those were just too orange color (not taking anything away from Mike/Sleep's paint job, who was excellent to deal with - each painter has a different ideas about what colors work). So I masked off the damage and it took me a couple of tries to get the color I like. First, they ended up too yellow (Farm Equipment Yellow). Then I got some Pumpkin orange to add some mist and I begin to like what I had. Added some chalk dust around the dents for weathering and coupled with some dry brushing. Got to dullcoat still.
AMMO BELT, POUCHES
Ammo Belt is MOW, pouches are Arkady. Weathering the belt was really fun! The Russet spray recommended by Aaron (Deathproof) worked great and then I just took some sandpaper and a hobby knife to it. The pouches I also sandpapered (makes them really soft) and added some rust, black and tan browns to.
GAUNTS
Gaunts are Wicked Beard painted by Wicked Beard. Purchased from a member parting out their costume. Missile is resin (right now). Have a replacement switch on the way for the left gauntlet. Then I get to wire up some electronics. LED at the top is already functional. The hoses are basically pushed on over the bolts (wrapped with duck tape).
JET PACK HARNESS
I'm using one of Seeker's custom cloth harnesses. The few times I've had it on it hasn't given me a problem. If you're looking for an alternative (and less expensive) to a metal one, highly recommended. I did have the straps in the back shortened as the they were hanging to low.
BLASTER
One of Sidewinder's kits, painted and weathered by the man himself. Excellent!
NECK SEAL, GLOVES
Neck Seal is Arkady, Gloves are MOW, both weathered by me. I've already listed my problems with the gloves. The fabric stretches, but had started to come loose in certain areas which I reinforced with stitches (would Fett spend coin on a new pair of gloves - heck no!) Still, I'll probably pick up a second set at some point.
GIRTH BELT
No problems with Christian's girth though. Works great! I haven't sewn my straps, just buckled them.
SHIN TOOLS
Sorry for the blurry pic. These are Lou's (DVH). Excellent craftmanship! And I know only the Anti-Security and Sonic Beam are required for ROTJ, but I got four of 'em I'm gonna show four of 'em: : )
LID
FP. Not sure what version it's fiberglass though. Painted by me nearly two years ago. Used STG's rattlecan tutorial. Damage is nowhere near accurate and will probably have another one commissioned at some point (or try another when I have the time), but - like your child - it's mine and I show it love. Got my Mojo stalk from Mojo Fett the other day and the rangefinder lights (self-contained) from JC27.
JETPACK
MOW. Purchased from the same member parting out his gaunts. Got to figure out how to connect the lights in the beacon.
About it!
As I wind down this build, thought I'd put together a "picture" parts list w/comments. Setting up the photo shoot here pretty soon. Lots of little things to correct and of course UPGRADES (are you ever really done with this guy?).
BOOTS/SPATS:
MOW Boots, Jodo's Spikes, Spats by Arkady, painting and weathering by me. These were probably the first things I did after the lid. Which was about 10 or 11 months ago, (shows you how long I've put off this build!). Generally followed Spidey's tutorial. Jodo's spikes are epoxied in place and I used super glue on the threads to keep the spikes in place and one of the spikes got kind of wonky on me (you can tell from the photo). Spats I need to dust a bit more. I also want to go in an add some caulking to smooth out the rough spots where the spikes are affixed.
JUMPSUIT:
Arkady, weathered by me. Fits great. Little worred about the bagginess in the shin area but tight knee armor straps help that out considerably. This was an every other night adventure. Gray/Black spray paint misting, acrylic washing with grays browns and blacks. Rust stains in certain places like the front pockets and around the edges of the sleeves where the gaunts would be, and the shins where the tools would be. Oh, the little dot on the right is the hole where my aker cord comes out.
ARMOR, VEST, BRAIDS, CAPE, DISPLAY
Armor is RKD large sized painted by Sleepalot. Cape is Woodman, Braids are Woody's also. Vest is Arkady. Display is Fettronics. Vest was weathered by me.
First the vest, can I say it was a nightmare getting everything lined up? Because it was nightmare getting everything lined up. I generally followed TK-409's tutorial and used snaps. Thankfully the armor hides a lot of mistakes (sort of like my TK armor). The vest I took sandpaper to and acrylic washes using various colors. Still need to trim off some of the bottom in keeping with 501st requirements.
The knees and shoulders were repainted by me. If you look at my first post, I had to agree with Aaron and Dom that those were just too orange color (not taking anything away from Mike/Sleep's paint job, who was excellent to deal with - each painter has a different ideas about what colors work). So I masked off the damage and it took me a couple of tries to get the color I like. First, they ended up too yellow (Farm Equipment Yellow). Then I got some Pumpkin orange to add some mist and I begin to like what I had. Added some chalk dust around the dents for weathering and coupled with some dry brushing. Got to dullcoat still.
AMMO BELT, POUCHES
Ammo Belt is MOW, pouches are Arkady. Weathering the belt was really fun! The Russet spray recommended by Aaron (Deathproof) worked great and then I just took some sandpaper and a hobby knife to it. The pouches I also sandpapered (makes them really soft) and added some rust, black and tan browns to.
GAUNTS
Gaunts are Wicked Beard painted by Wicked Beard. Purchased from a member parting out their costume. Missile is resin (right now). Have a replacement switch on the way for the left gauntlet. Then I get to wire up some electronics. LED at the top is already functional. The hoses are basically pushed on over the bolts (wrapped with duck tape).
JET PACK HARNESS
I'm using one of Seeker's custom cloth harnesses. The few times I've had it on it hasn't given me a problem. If you're looking for an alternative (and less expensive) to a metal one, highly recommended. I did have the straps in the back shortened as the they were hanging to low.
BLASTER
One of Sidewinder's kits, painted and weathered by the man himself. Excellent!
NECK SEAL, GLOVES
Neck Seal is Arkady, Gloves are MOW, both weathered by me. I've already listed my problems with the gloves. The fabric stretches, but had started to come loose in certain areas which I reinforced with stitches (would Fett spend coin on a new pair of gloves - heck no!) Still, I'll probably pick up a second set at some point.
GIRTH BELT
No problems with Christian's girth though. Works great! I haven't sewn my straps, just buckled them.
SHIN TOOLS
Sorry for the blurry pic. These are Lou's (DVH). Excellent craftmanship! And I know only the Anti-Security and Sonic Beam are required for ROTJ, but I got four of 'em I'm gonna show four of 'em: : )
LID
FP. Not sure what version it's fiberglass though. Painted by me nearly two years ago. Used STG's rattlecan tutorial. Damage is nowhere near accurate and will probably have another one commissioned at some point (or try another when I have the time), but - like your child - it's mine and I show it love. Got my Mojo stalk from Mojo Fett the other day and the rangefinder lights (self-contained) from JC27.
JETPACK
MOW. Purchased from the same member parting out his gaunts. Got to figure out how to connect the lights in the beacon.
About it!
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crumdum
Active Hunter
Three points,
1) Vest problem - In your picture you have way too much space between the bottom armor piece and the bottom of the flak vest. I stated before that it must be between 1/4 inch and 1/2 inch of space. From the pictures you have at least 1 inch, maybe 1.5 inches of space. If you are striving for 501st admission you must shorting the bottom of your vest.
2) Left Gauntlet - The flamethrower is not attached correctly. It's supposed to be flush with the front not the back of the side.
Here's a picture of the actual gauntlet, notice how its flush with the front not the back like your gauntlet.
3) Boots - Weather the toe spikes and soles some more.
4) Jet Pack - Your jet pack is missing several decals (lettering) on the back side which can be remedied by getting the decals and attaching them. The paint job looks a little strange, specifically the yellow looks rather orange in your picture but it might be the lighting. PM me about the light issue, I might be able to help you.
5) Love the weathering on the gloves and the suit, much much better. You need to weather your spats some more though.
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kevnaminute
Hunter
Thanks Deriak, Crum
Yes, Crum, I mentioned the vest is too long. I may can fix the gaunts, not sure. As to the JP, not sure if the light, coupled with the dark weathering, caused it to look more orangish.
Thanks!
Yes, Crum, I mentioned the vest is too long. I may can fix the gaunts, not sure. As to the JP, not sure if the light, coupled with the dark weathering, caused it to look more orangish.
Thanks!
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DeathProof
Active Hunter
Hey Kev,
You mentioned you had a choking issue. Have you tried moving the armor down a bit more? That could make up the gap and save you some sewing time. Sorry - I forget how you have it attached.
The shoulders/knees look 10x better. Beacon light is pretty straight forward to install. I have a jodocast beacon. Let me know if you have issues.
Everything else looks perfect man. Just get those submission pics in already!
You mentioned you had a choking issue. Have you tried moving the armor down a bit more? That could make up the gap and save you some sewing time. Sorry - I forget how you have it attached.
The shoulders/knees look 10x better. Beacon light is pretty straight forward to install. I have a jodocast beacon. Let me know if you have issues.
Everything else looks perfect man. Just get those submission pics in already!
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kevnaminute
Hunter
Thanks DP,
Yeah - I'm probably going to have it sewn. I can't imagine trying to get that armor lined up again. ... lol.
Also the choking is more of a gentle tug and I want to try it for awhile with the jetpack to see if I need to put something there. Right now I haven't been in this costume more than maybe 30-40 minutes. I wanna wear it all for an extended period and see how that goes.
Thanks about the beacon, when I get the chance I'll PM you some pics as to how it's set up.
Best, K
Yeah - I'm probably going to have it sewn. I can't imagine trying to get that armor lined up again. ... lol.
Also the choking is more of a gentle tug and I want to try it for awhile with the jetpack to see if I need to put something there. Right now I haven't been in this costume more than maybe 30-40 minutes. I wanna wear it all for an extended period and see how that goes.
Thanks about the beacon, when I get the chance I'll PM you some pics as to how it's set up.
Best, K
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kevnaminute
Hunter
9/2 SUBMISSION PHOTOS
And STILL, lots of things to nitpick. Had a photo shoot with a local photographer last Friday.
- My knee armor kept turning inwards. May have to rethink the snaps and go with velcro.
- Straps on my JP need to be raised more, which I'm already having done (not sure if that will prevent approval or not)
- One of my push button switches on the left gaunt looks different than its brother. Will have to replace.
- Oh, and the vest is pinned (sorry, I cheated - will have it fixed)
Comments/thoughts welcome guys! Thanks much!
And STILL, lots of things to nitpick. Had a photo shoot with a local photographer last Friday.
- My knee armor kept turning inwards. May have to rethink the snaps and go with velcro.
- Straps on my JP need to be raised more, which I'm already having done (not sure if that will prevent approval or not)
- One of my push button switches on the left gaunt looks different than its brother. Will have to replace.
- Oh, and the vest is pinned (sorry, I cheated - will have it fixed
)Comments/thoughts welcome guys! Thanks much!
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DeathProof
Active Hunter
Gahhh! Can't see attachments!
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kevnaminute
Hunter
Hmmnnnn - did I fix them?
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toofastrobot
Active Hunter
It fits you great and you wear it really well! Awesome job dude
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kevnaminute
Hunter
Few more shots...
Don't know why I like the original of this...
B&W Pensive Fett
Don't know why I like the original of this...
B&W Pensive Fett
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DeathProof
Active Hunter
Wooooohooo!!
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