Cipher Posted March 21, 2016 Author Share Posted March 21, 2016 Apologies for the delay, I been making screen accurate changes and building a new authentic back pack with loads of original parts. I taken the feedback onboard and hopefully I'm ready... I've done some comparison photos for you to easily compare the original screen shots with my build with lots of arrows pointing to the compared parts. I've also updated full armour shots as requested. Even endorsed by our Honorary Member and friend Anthony Forrest! Thanks for your consideration. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airborne Trooper Posted March 22, 2016 Share Posted March 22, 2016 Wow, this is impressive work. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cipher Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 Thanks. The back pack is my latest edition. The seed trays are authentic, Tupperware desert bowls, original siphon at the correct angle, real cartridges, authentic tool box with a lip on the back edge and an original Karrimor frame from the 70s, authentic canteen, Tupperware radar dish, no bolts holding the seed trays, accurate vinyl tape and correct colouring. There a lot more too and I've added some more detailed photos. It's really comfortable to troop with too. Working radio with two channels, one with a patrol loop and the other with cantina music! I've attempted to replicate as much detail as possible to make it the most accurate I could with all the angles, height differences and comparisons to the original. I'm glad you like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cipher Posted March 22, 2016 Author Share Posted March 22, 2016 Also... I replaced the scope, counter and rail for originals! M-40 Tank Scope and an original Hengstler Counter. A big investment but well worth it for accuracy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DirtyBoy Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Looking good man! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted March 30, 2016 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Hi Chris! You have done a great job so far and I am very impressed that you have decided to completely re-do your backpack in strive for even more accuracy. Also congrats on your find with the syphon, we all know these things don’t just grow on trees. Same goes for the weapon; these original parts have become more and more expensive over the years but as Keats said ‘a thing of beauty is a joy forever’ ;-) But let’s continue your review… MEPD SWAT OFFICER: Application review part 3 Name: Chris Cooper Legion ID#: 89000 Forum Name: Cipher Garrison: UK Garrison ANH Sandtrooper selected: Road Block Move Along Captain /pre-break version Helmet Green Lenses: check Paint Color on Traps / Tears: check Paint Color and Number of Teeth: check Mic Tips: check Vocoder Color: check Tube Stripes: check Rank Bar: check Brow: check Side Screws (ears): check Weathering: check Specials (ears): check **Additional comments** Although this is one of the all-time favorite SWAT troopers it remains particularly challenging to emulate all the subtleties we can see on the high-res screenshots. However, you have mastered this challenge well - a fantastic replicate of the helmet here, Chris! **RESULT ON HELMET** CHECKED & CLEARED Armor / Suit Details Canvas Straps: check Neck Seal: check Black Undersuit: check Shoulder Bells: check Biceps: check Forearms: check Pauldron: check Chest / Back Plate: check Kidney / Butt Plate: check Ab Plate / Side Rivets / Cod: check Strapping: check Tighs: check Shins / Calves: check Sniper Plate: check Boots: check Gloves: check Ammo Belt (Waist) w/ correct Angled Edge: check Ammo Belt (right knee): check Canvas Belt: check Pouches: check Weathering: check Crotch Snaps: check **Additional Comments** Great job on the armor. Pouches and weathering are looking bang on! **RESULT ON ARMOR** CHECKED & CLEARED Backpack Details: see comments Weathering: check **Additional Comments** Fantastic looking pack bro and kudos for taking the long road here. However one thing is “sticking out” and that’s the length of your mortar tube compared to the backpack itself as well as the trooper. Please shorten it by about 4cm. If necessary for the overall proportions you might need to shorten the lower wet wipe bottle a bit, too. This should be an easy fix and I’m looking forward to welcoming you to the ranks soon! **RESULT ON BACKPACK** PENDING Weapon: E-11 Tunisia Blaster CHECKED & CLEARED Standing by for your completed mods Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cipher Posted March 30, 2016 Author Share Posted March 30, 2016 Thanks so much for the update and i've completed the mod to the mortar tube. Here are some before and after photos of the pack I took off 4cm exactly and referred to some of the screen shots for accuracy and measurements to other parts of the pack. This soooooo exciting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 Let's continue... MEPD SWAT OFFICER: Application review part 4 Name: Chris Cooper Legion ID#: 89000 Forum Name: Cipher Garrison: UK Garrison ANH Sandtrooper selected: Road Block Move Along Captain /pre-break version Helmet Green Lenses: check Paint Color on Traps / Tears: check Paint Color and Number of Teeth: check Mic Tips: check Vocoder Color: check Tube Stripes: check Rank Bar: check Brow: check Side Screws (ears): check Weathering: check Specials (ears): check **RESULT ON HELMET** CHECKED & CLEARED Armor / Suit Details Canvas Straps: check Neck Seal: check Black Undersuit: check Shoulder Bells: check Biceps: check Forearms: check Pauldron: check Chest / Back Plate: check Kidney / Butt Plate: check Ab Plate / Side Rivets / Cod: check Strapping: check Tighs: check Shins / Calves: check Sniper Plate: check Boots: check Gloves: check Ammo Belt (Waist) w/ correct Angled Edge: check Ammo Belt (right knee): check Canvas Belt: check Pouches: check Weathering: check Crotch Snaps: check **RESULT ON ARMOR** CHECKED & CLEARED Backpack Details: check Weathering: check **RESULT ON BACKPACK** CHECKED & CLEARED Weapon: E-11 Tunisia Blaster CHECKED & CLEARED Stand by... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Strider Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 ** APPROVED 31/03/2016 **Chris, It is my honor to officially activate you as the SECOND SWAT Officer of 2016! I know we had some discussions over the weathering and the backpack, however you got straight on with the required mods without hesitation and am happy that I can now clear you! Your hard work and your attention to detail on your build has been carefully evaluated and inspected. You have met all the requirements to place you among the MEPD's Finest.Thank you for your patience throughout this process, but you can now take your place amongst the SWAT Troopers! Well done.Please submit a picture that you would like to use for your SWAT Profile to Luis (TD-5044 / "SANDMAN TIGUI") to help get you properly processed onto the SPECIAL WEAPONS and TACTICS Unit Members Page.Congratulations on successfully taking the next step as a proud member of the SANDTROOPER ELITE.Please gather your gear, charge your weapon and report to the 'Ready Room' to await further orders. Welcome aboard, SWAT OFFICER # 040... STRIDER - ON BEHALF OF THE MEPD SWAT PANEL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozzer86 Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 Well done, Buddy !! Congrats Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nick.black Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 Woohoo well done Chris really well deserved, I know you've put alot of hard work into getting this right and it has now paid off. SWAT #40 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cipher Posted March 31, 2016 Author Share Posted March 31, 2016 Thanks so much and I'm honoured to be part of the MEPD SWAT Elite! When I started my journey 10 months ago on becoming a Sandtrooper, this achievement was my goal from the start. So many hours were spent, researching, building, detailing, redoing what's not perfect (many times) and persevering was so worth it. Making so many new friends along the way and some great relationships. Trooping with my Garrison, being part of the action and raising lots of money for charities is just the best! This certainly isn't the end of that journey either, rather just the start of a new one, helping and supporting my fellow troopers achieve their dreams. Thanks everyone and Long Live the Empire Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Felice Posted March 31, 2016 Share Posted March 31, 2016 Hi Chris, Congratulations for your SWAT application! You did a fantastic job and I love your details. I'm sorry not to finalize your submission but a very good friend of mine died last week and my thoughts were Totally by my dead friend and not here in my second home base- sorry for that! Enjoy your new level dude and we will meet us in the cantina... Take care bro and Cheers from Kissimmee/Florida Felix Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cipher Posted April 2, 2016 Author Share Posted April 2, 2016 Looking good man! Thanks Rick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TD42115 Posted May 6, 2016 Share Posted May 6, 2016 Congrats Chris, hopefully im next :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgt carida Posted May 14, 2017 Share Posted May 14, 2017 Congrats! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fett 4 Real Posted May 14, 2017 Share Posted May 14, 2017 Nice job Chris Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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