dutchy Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Hey bro's... Don't know if anyone already started a thread about it.....but... I have seen this new NE armor popping up on the FISD and here as well. What's the story behind it... I have heard/ read that it is made by the same guy that made the ATA. And I know where he based his armor on.... I know I shouldn't even go there, but we had a discussion about TM being "reproduced". Not that his armor is TM based, just wondering if we are dealing with a honorable seller here. So if someone could fill in the blanks here I would be more than happy.. Cheers! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
P3laton3 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I was reading the same on the FISD newsletter.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deadpool Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 The FISD June newsletter is requesting a full on comparison of the NE to any other armor for size and all that, but most seem to believe it based on RS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Well, out of my pay grade, so have no idea! LMAO Just reading about it now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 The FISD June newsletter is requesting a full on comparison of the NE to any other armor for size and all that, but most seem to believe it based on RS. I think that he updated/ graded his old armor which was based on the CAP/ TE moulds. The ATA was small compared to other known armors, like the AP. So I think that this one is small too.. Well, out of my pay grade, so have no idea! LMAO Just reading about it now Hehehe...I actually don't know how much he is charging... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrell78 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Hey bro's... Don't know if anyone already started a thread about it.....but... I have seen this new NE armor popping up on the FISD and here as well. What's the story behind it... I have heard/ read that it is made by the same guy that made the ATA. And I know where he based his armor on.... Nope, NE is the FX v3, new AM armor, being made by Dale and sold through the regualar FX dealers. The armor was discussed here: http://forum.mepd.net/index.php?showtopic=5766 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 Nope, NE is the FX v3, new AM armor, being made by Dale and sold through the regualar FX dealers. The armor was discussed here: http://forum.mepd.ne...?showtopic=5766 Thanks for the heads up Terrell...now I clearly see it's RS based. Hard to ignore. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terrell78 Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 It gets confusing when one or two armor makers rename their armor everytime it gets an overhaul. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 Besides that, for me it's hard to ignore the resemblance that can be seen in the comparison pictures in the other topic. Looks like borrowed designs for me..It's hard not to use the "R" word here. Anyway that's how I feel and think about it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Besides that, for me it's had to ignore the resemblance that can be seen in the comparison pictures in the other topic. Looks like borrowed designs for me..It's hard not to use the "R" word here. Anyway that's how I feel and think about it. Ditto. 100% agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 Ditto. 100% agree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 It's always a challenge when someone makes armor. Anything that resembles screen used armor will (or should anyway) have common properties to previously released armor. We all know the top makers of armor have been doing great work setting the standards for years. hopefully some of the new builders will improve upon what's out there and will give credit to those who they have referenced. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthChridan Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 Yep...I agree with Terrell...it's the new V3 of the FX...a guy of our german public forum build this armour...and far as I know is here a member who build this armour as well. I mean the armour has reasonably good detail....but I don't like the helmet ...especially the separate cap'N back and dome....like the old fx bucket..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted June 3, 2013 Share Posted June 3, 2013 I agree with Justus about the armour, however the helmet to that kit is.. Well... Something else.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted June 3, 2013 Author Share Posted June 3, 2013 I understand that a lot of makers add their own touch to their work/ armors. Nothing wrong with that but they must give credit to the original makers if they decide to use their improvements/ work. Therefor I myself believe Paul/ TM his statements regarding the origin of some parts. And the helmet...neh.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I have nearly completed building my TD from one of these NE kits. I am well aware of what everyone has been saying about them & at the time of my order they were still AM. I will have some photos up soon so you can all judge for yourself. At the end of the day all i want to do is get out there have some fun & go trooping! I ordered AM origionally for it's size & although i have had to add some shims to the sides, it still fits someone with a larger frame quite well. Andrew. P.S. not all of us can afford TM or RS Armor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scootch Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Dang out of control haters LOL!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I have nearly completed building my TD from one of these NE kits. I am well aware of what everyone has been saying about them & at the time of my order they were still AM. I will have some photos up soon so you can all judge for yourself. At the end of the day all i want to do is get out there have some fun & go trooping! I ordered AM origionally for it's size & although i have had to add some shims to the sides, it still fits someone with a larger frame quite well. Andrew. P.S. not all of us can afford TM or RS Armor. Well said Andrew. And really at the end of the day getting Out there in armor making kids smile is what it's all about Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rottie Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I have this armor aswell!!!and an rs yes they look the same but...it is way bigger,,the lid,,,no way will be approved becouse the ears sit to low,,i am going to make some longer ears and see if i can get it approved,,,i like it becouse it fits my fat a$$ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 Well said Andrew. And really at the end of the day getting Out there in armor making kids smile is what it's all about Thanks Rick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Purplehaze Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I have this armor aswell!!!and an rs yes they look the same but...it is way bigger,,the lid,,,no way will be approved becouse the ears sit to low,,i am going to make some longer ears and see if i can get it approved,,,i like it becouse it fits my fat a$$ Hi walt, I have seen the issues on the FISD with the ears, & it looks like they are trying to get to much of the ear under the helmet. if you look at other helmets the ears are pulled backwards from the bottom & don't go completley underneath. I have an eFX i am going to use for (Police officer) only & will weigh up what to do come swat time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarthChridan Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 P.S. not all of us can afford TM or RS Armor. To this quote I can say is: Save!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted June 4, 2013 Author Share Posted June 4, 2013 To this quote I can say is: Save!! We all want to look as bad as can be in our TD's and make people smile when they see us. But sometimes it's really worth the wait when you are looking for the right armor. I definitely don't judge the people who bought these armors, let's get that clear too. It's about it's history/ lineage that rustled my jimmies... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted June 4, 2013 Share Posted June 4, 2013 I have nearly completed building my TD from one of these NE kits. I am well aware of what everyone has been saying about them & at the time of my order they were still AM. I will have some photos up soon so you can all judge for yourself. At the end of the day all i want to do is get out there have some fun & go trooping! I ordered AM origionally for it's size & although i have had to add some shims to the sides, it still fits someone with a larger frame quite well. Andrew. P.S. not all of us can afford TM or RS Armor. We are not hating on the armour itself here dude, its just about how it originated. When I started off in this crazy hobby, all that was available was Armor/fx. The helmet isn't the best though, especially considering what else is available these days for the same price. Just my opinion. Have fun Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted June 4, 2013 Author Share Posted June 4, 2013 We are not hating on the armour itself here dude, its just about how it originated. When I started off in this crazy hobby, all that was available was Armor/fx. The helmet isn't the best though, especially considering what else is available these days for the same price. Just my opinion. Have fun What Brad said.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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