aucks181
New Hunter
Hi everyone
This is my first Mando build having put together 5-6 other costumes so would describe myself as an "intermediate" builder. Having spent most of my time working with ABS on TK/TB/TS I consider myself a "beginner" when it comes to Mando's and wanted to document my progress in the hope of submitting down the line at some point. I feel I've made a good start by commissioning Steve Walker for the soft parts and still researching suppliers for the rest. Being based in the UK I'd preferably source here but open to recommendations. I can imagine there's many threads on suppliers so rather than scattergun the conversation I'd like to focus and ask if anyone has advice specifically on the helmet...
I feel visually this can have a massive impact on the overall look especially if the dimensions, shine, weathering aren't quite right. There also seems to be a selection of materials from resin, fibreglass and I've just seen a metal thread?! What is the preferred material and which providers come most recommended? I see the range of prices from anywhere between £180-£580. I'm not an artist so would be looking for a full commission on a weathered helmet for my pre-beskar Din Djarin build.
Thank you
This is my first Mando build having put together 5-6 other costumes so would describe myself as an "intermediate" builder. Having spent most of my time working with ABS on TK/TB/TS I consider myself a "beginner" when it comes to Mando's and wanted to document my progress in the hope of submitting down the line at some point. I feel I've made a good start by commissioning Steve Walker for the soft parts and still researching suppliers for the rest. Being based in the UK I'd preferably source here but open to recommendations. I can imagine there's many threads on suppliers so rather than scattergun the conversation I'd like to focus and ask if anyone has advice specifically on the helmet...
I feel visually this can have a massive impact on the overall look especially if the dimensions, shine, weathering aren't quite right. There also seems to be a selection of materials from resin, fibreglass and I've just seen a metal thread?! What is the preferred material and which providers come most recommended? I see the range of prices from anywhere between £180-£580. I'm not an artist so would be looking for a full commission on a weathered helmet for my pre-beskar Din Djarin build.
Thank you