Bio66 Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Hey, I'm like really new new to all this and had a few questions. Where do I get a costume? Do I make it? How do I make it? If I could buy one, where from? I'm completely lost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKido Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Hi and welcome to the mepd! Before you run straight into buying an armor it is important that you research A LOT. You COULD, if you would want, just buy yourself a "ready to wear out of the box armor" and start trooping but that kind of ruins the hobby. Building and researching the armor is the best part really. To get started you can read everything on this forum and also on fisd (our stormtrooper detachment). Here is a link to a great starting thread on their page. http://www.whitearmor.net/forum/topic/11538-the-various-types-of-armor-and-where-to-find-them/ Ohh, and PLEASE stay away from ebay, shepperton design studios and jedi-robe.. Everything there would need LOTS of trimming before even being accepted in to the 501st. Anyway welcome aboard and good luck with everything Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trooper1 Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Well said Adam. You can also get a lot of info right here on the boards as well. If you ever have questions though, feel free to ask. Just review all the threads first, since most of them will answer your questions first. Good luck, and most important. Don't get discouraged. You can do it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SID Posted January 12, 2014 Share Posted January 12, 2014 Who looking for will find this. Good luck in your shopping here is a lot of people you too will help the Friars. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Where are you based? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bio66 Posted January 13, 2014 Author Share Posted January 13, 2014 Fort Worth texas Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 The best armor world wide: http://www.rspropmasters.com/armour/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ex507 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Rolf, dont make me freak out, I am still waiting for my rs helmet!!! But back to topic: i am pretty new here, too. The first thing is research, but thats pretty much what everyone tells you. Everything depends on money and time. Follow the links and google, at first its hard to get a overview but every hour in googling is one step in the right direction! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 Copy that Cornell take your time and enjoy the ride, as its a part of the hobby i think. I have been in the Sandtrooper suit hobby for 14 years now and still searching for Sandtrooper items, suits and props. Its a armor prop jungle out there, but also a fun one... and you have found the mepd here, and its the best place to ask for going in the right direction. Look sir armor... the tracks belong in these directions Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 If I may add my 2 cents... Best armor for me would be TM armor, RS bucket (HDPE). Just saying. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted January 13, 2014 Share Posted January 13, 2014 I have own and study full Sandtrooper suits from: FX, GF, AP, TE2, TM, RS etc and my choice are 100% the RS armor and helmet. But is a personal thing, and every one must go through the armor jungle out there to find the best one for them self This site is very helpful finding answers: http://starwarshelmets.com/ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
iconoclasta_88 Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 LOL! I know bro... It did not come for free that you are the Sandtrooper armor expert, aka speedy trooper... It is a matter of personal choice for sure. And I know that your most important reason for choosing armor is the origin and how near it is to original armor... and no armor can beat RS in that regard... second generation cast directly from ANH Sandtrooper armor! But for me, I love my TM armor and my RS HDPE helmet... and even RS used some TM parts to complete their kit. There is room for everyone in this hobby for sure. Saludos. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 No sweat and thanks my friend As posted above Its a personal choice what to buy... What do you need. How much money do you Got on you for this project etc. The RS is for me a childhood Dream there came true. A first generation cast of a real screen used ANH Star wars armor and helmet pulled in solid and sharp detail ABS. The TM armor its a very Nice and accurate armor as well, but fan made and therefor not as movie accurate as the RS suit i Think. But Its all up to the buyer out there. The RS and TM are some of the more expensive armors out there. If you want a cheaper and still accurate suit, you could go for the TE line age suit: TE, TE2, Cap, Cap-W, ATA etc out of those, i guess only the Cap-W and ATA are still on the marked, and a cheaper choice then the two above. Right now the RS are the only screen used ANH armor found, well all most... Another one is on it way, but not sure when or to what price. Here you go: No matter what you buy, im sure you Will have great fun whit this hobby. Troop on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Desert Rat Posted January 14, 2014 Share Posted January 14, 2014 Rolf that is oe cool video, can't wait to see what the armour sells for when it officially comes out Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rolf Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 Me too, i´m sure it will be freaking cool Here there site, but still nothing: http://www.efxcollectibles.com/c-10-store.aspx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smally Posted January 15, 2014 Share Posted January 15, 2014 I always seem to be able to leave EFX products. Not sure why, I think I just prefer non mass produced armour and helmets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dutchy Posted January 16, 2014 Share Posted January 16, 2014 Get the armor that suits your wallet... But if you want to go for Officer deployment or SWAT then I'd suggest you'll take one of the armors mentioned by Rolf or Juan. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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