[Bad Batch Crosshair]

Purchased the Galactic Armory files for Crosshair and did a rough scaling using Armorsmith  (great system for 3D printing armor). I am planning on going back and remeusaring/creating a new model (the old one being based off of measurements from over a year ago).

Other parts that I plan on ordering include boots from crowsprops, along with a stormtrooper style neck seal because of the ribbing. Will also need to slice the backpack and figure out a harnessing system to offer decent support. The belt I am planning on making from leather while using the included files to make the holster. As of now I am waiting on my new order of filament to arrive along with some upgrade parts for my printer.

Really looking forward to hearing advice/any need critiques!

[Hartford Wolf Pack Star Wars Night 2024 - 04/14/24 02:00 PM to 04/14/24 06:00 PM]

Count me in!

[Clone trooper]

Clones can be somewhat of a big project, but it is all about how you approach building one.

After doing a bit of digging into their etsy/activity on the Clone Trooper Detachment they seem rather new with most of their sales/reviews within the last year. I know that Galactic Armory who also 3D prints/sells files has their models set for approval (given they are properly finished) but cannot find anything on whether their files are. (Assuming you are going for approval).

The only image I could find of what they are saying is one of their clones is of a ROTS style Phase 2 501st Clone Trooper and comparing the helmets it appears that theirs is slightly off around the visor with it having an animated style visor with a realistic style helmet. (The difference is in the angle of the corners along with how tight the peaks are to the brow but please correct me if it would be okay for approval). However, this doesn't line up with another photo they had posted earlier of a raw print of their phase 2 clone helmets so that would make me uneasy.

I'd highly recommend going to the Clone Detachment Forums (https://501stclonetroopers.com/forum/) and asking some of the members there for their opinions. 

 

[Monthly Garrison Discord Meeting - Link and Details - 2024]

Link to the discord channel has expired, any chance I can get an updated link? Thanks!

[Connecticut Renaissance Faire Time Travelers Weekend 10/07 - 10/07/23 10:30 AM to 10/07/23 12:00 AM]

I'll be there Saturday rain or shine, rain is no stranger!

[Rex Updates]

On 1/28/2023 at 2:51 PM, Backpacks Got Jets said:

excellent, i'd love to see some progress pics

 Heres a quick overview of where everything is at right now.

[Rex Updates]

On 1/29/2023 at 7:18 PM, Wildcardz said:

Let me know if you will need any help.

Will do! I appreciate it!

 

[Rex Updates]

Hey all it's been a minute! A little update of what I've gotten with Rex and a (hopeful) timeline of things to come!

1) Got an Imperial Surplus helmet in and have fully put it together, just waiting on some good weather to actually paint

2) All the seams have been touched up on the rest of the suit, also waiting to paint

3) Planning on ordering Crowprops boots by the end of next week, and hoping they'll arrive around May-June

4) Still have to get the holster straps set up, along with putting some padding inside the holsters themselves to prevent damage to the pistols

5) Recently acquired a 3D printer so I am planning on printing some new pistols since my old ones have seen better days.

Hoping to get everything together around June and send in approval pictures. Looking forward to finally getting this project done so I can move onto the next one! 

[Howdy]

On 9/14/2022 at 1:47 PM, Wildcardz said:

I appreciate all of these! Sorry for the late replies school has been keeping me busy! I'll probably set up a WIP thread when I am on winter break and can actually work on my kit/have access to my tools. Again, thank you for all of the information!

[Howdy]

On 9/14/2022 at 1:47 PM, Wildcardz said:

I appreciate all of these! Sorry for the late replies school has been keeping me busy! I'll probably set up a WIP thread when I am on winter break and can actually work on my kit/have access to my tools. Again, thank you for all of the information!

[Armor Parties]

3 hours ago, Backpacks Got Jets said:

Yup.... armor parties.

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Have one on the 11th in Windsor!

Essentially you bring bits and pieces of your armor and we help you build or modify.?? You can also just come and bullshit and meet people as well.???? Theyre an excuse to hang out and advance on projects.?? That's about it

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We try to have one once a month or so depending on availability of space

Awesome! Thank you!

[Phase One Captain Rex CRL]

Might be a dumb question, but is there any reason there is no??CRL??for a realistic style phase one Captain Rex costume? I figured if his Phase Two armor can get a realistic??CRL??his Phase One should as well.

Thanks!??

[Armor Parties]

I was wondering how often armor parties occur and what exactly happens?

Thanks!??

[The Connecticut Renaissance Faire October 8th 9am-5pm - 10/08/22 09:00 AM to 10/09/22 05:00 PM]

Any chance I could tag along despite my kit not being approved? I was planning on going anyway, so I figured I'd ask!

[Howdy]

On 8/23/2022 at 9:34 PM, Wildcardz said:

No worries, when you have the time. School is more important.

My semester is ending this Friday, then I am done, over and?? graduate.

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Congrats! Best of luck!

[Howdy]

Sounds good, won't be able to attend one until I finish this semester of college.

[Howdy]

13 hours ago, Wildcardz said:

Hello Roman!!

Welcome.

I remember seeing your Rex and was a bit jealous. it is really good and you fitted well. Yeah I can give you some ideas with the shoes and helmet (weld), as I have a Captaim Rex II myself.

Let's talk!!!

Andy

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Sounds good! Can't wait to hear what you have got to say!

[Howdy]

14 hours ago, Feliz said:

Helllooooo Ronan! Pleasure to have you hear sir! Definitely would love to see you get approved and join our Smawesome (small but awesome) crew! I don't know anything about Close boots or the CRL, but I am sure someone here can guide you appropriately! If you'd like to get advice on what may need upgrading, just add some photos here for us to see and we can go over them. A picture of the front, back, both sides with hands held up, pointing forward should be a good start as well as a pic with your helmet off.??

I'll get those photos as soon as I can, will probably be in October since I'm out of state for school.

[Howdy]

Hey all!

I've been wearing around my (non-approved) Phase Two Captain Rex kit for around two years, but recently after bumping into you at Terrificon, then meeting the New England Garrison at Fan Expo Boston I realized that its time to get my Rex approved to join.

I plan on getting a new helmet and redoing the attachment method for the holsters (from leather straps to metal bars) along with removing the 3D weld marks in favor of the animated painted on ones. The only parts I'm not sure I need to replace are the boots. I've spoken with members of the 501st via the subreddit and was given mixed answers.??

Any advice or information on other parts I need to change would be appreciated!??

Thank you and looking forward to seeing you all out there!

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