Sand_storm Posted March 9, 2009 Share Posted March 9, 2009 Hi All- I'm looking for recommendations for nice durable armour - I love my SDS but it is starting to crack in places and I can only imagine that the cracks will get worse with continued trooping. What (in your own opinion) is top notch armour from a durability standpoint? Thanks! chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted March 9, 2009 Share Posted March 9, 2009 Armour that doesn't crack? I may have something along those lines. Something I am working on right now. Something so flimsy like the screen suits that just doesn't want to crack no matter how much you bend or fold it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordvader74 Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 Armour that doesn't crack? I may have something along those lines. Something I am working on right now. Something so flimsy like the screen suits that just doesn't want to crack no matter how much you bend or fold it I'm intrigued TM. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theGreatSot Posted March 10, 2009 Share Posted March 10, 2009 Armour that doesn't crack? I may have something along those lines. Something I am working on right now. Something so flimsy like the screen suits that just doesn't want to crack no matter how much you bend or fold it Please do tell! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sand_storm Posted March 11, 2009 Author Share Posted March 11, 2009 Well, I was thinking thicker and less flexible but that sounds interesting TM - when will we get a look? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 In the next few weeks I really haven't heard of any armour that hasn't cracked at some stage of it's life. This could change very soon though. I've got a suit here which is 1.5mm thick and it can be bent in two and doesn't crack. I think it would be more suited towards trooping because it feels semi rigid, while the 1mm I have waiting to be formed should be perfect to get that flimsy, on screen look Just out of interest, why would it have to be thicker and less flexible? These are just costumes and not meant to be bombproof, and I would have thought that a more flexible armour would be more comfortable to wear and lighter too. Plus, if your really going for a screen used look, thinner plastic is better than thicker Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordvader74 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 In the next few weeks I really haven't heard of any armour that hasn't cracked at some stage of it's life. This could change very soon though. I've got a suit here which is 1.5mm thick and it can be bent in two and doesn't crack. I think it would be more suited towards trooping because it feels semi rigid, while the 1mm I have waiting to be formed should be perfect to get that flimsy, on screen look Just out of interest, why would it have to be thicker and less flexible? These are just costumes and not meant to be bombproof, and I would have thought that a more flexible armour would be more comfortable to wear and lighter too. Plus, if your really going for a screen used look, thinner plastic is better than thicker Are you getting sharp pulls with this stuff TM? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 Are you getting sharp pulls with this stuff TM? So far the 1.5mm suit looks almost as sharp as the original ANH armour, which is all I am concerned with Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lordvader74 Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 So far the 1.5mm suit looks almost as sharp as the original ANH armour, which is all I am concerned with Sounds very intriguing! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pappy Posted March 11, 2009 Share Posted March 11, 2009 *wuff* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scootch Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Does this mean we may be able to finally sit down? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Sounds VERY interesting... Anyway, TC1822 has made a clone armor out of hot glue (like from the hot glue guns for crafts). It is heavier than a regular HIPS or ABS, but it is super flexible. And I mean SUPER. And also has proven to be very durable too and easy to pack. Just check this out: (Saul, si algun dÃa ves esto, espero que no te importe que te haga propaganda) Just don't leave it in your car on a hot day if you don't want it to melt. Saludos... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TK-8290 Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Hmmmmm. You have my attention. I guess this stuff is not out there for mas-distribution, eh? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 The Clone armour looks good, but too rubbery for my liking. I just want something that is flexible, thin and made of plastic, just like what was used back in good old 1976. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Great stuff and research Paul!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted March 12, 2009 Share Posted March 12, 2009 Well, the plastic is readily available here in the UK, not sure about the rest of the world though. The Clone armour looks good, but too rubbery for my liking. I just want something that is flexible, thin and made of plastic, just like what was used back in good old 1976. Yep. I know what you mean. I just wanted to share it with everyone. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
troopermaster Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 Okay, here are a few photos as promised. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted July 7, 2009 Share Posted July 7, 2009 I saw the pictures yesterday over at FISD, and i must say... The new flex TM suit, are freaking beautiful. Accurate, and flex at the same time, what do we need more. A big!!! A+ from here TM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dewback Jockey Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 How do you get armor of that calibur? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trooper Peter Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 TM do we foresee a new generation of long lasting durable armor in the years to come? This winning combination of screen accuracy and flexibility will be its endearing hallmark. I wonder if 1.5mm is the optimum thickness and is this plastic a type of Styrene with heavy rubber contents to give its extra-ordinary flexibility? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenthork Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 wow!! glad to see an exellent news!! one of the best armor and soon with the best plastic. Deeply to see the continuation and the evolution of the project, it's really cool. if there is a waiting list, i would like to be on it!! thanks for your awesome work bro' Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD-1536 Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 Wow! That's awesome! I personally would prefer the lighter of the two, as weight is always a concern of mine. Not that I'm ready to drop money on new armor or anything, just saying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DarkHammer Posted July 8, 2009 Share Posted July 8, 2009 very very cool indeed .. as a big guy,trooping in something a little lighter and more flexible would be excellent ,,most excellent .. great job . cheers d Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
freakengine Posted July 16, 2009 Share Posted July 16, 2009 I can't wait to see this stuff on the market. It looks awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nothingrecorded Posted July 20, 2009 Share Posted July 20, 2009 This is going to change everything! I am so excited for this armor. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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