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i know @IcyTrooper is super hammered still. ive pinged him for his draft work if he has it n maybe i can push it forward But for now I can go back n check your original draft n lets move to the next part, biceps

Yes thats why I didnt list him…but might have gotten it together n could be a worth a shot.

Here are a few u can find on FB…Chefs Creations, Steph Mortimer, Far Away Creations I believe…to name a few

Close @Trock! Like you mentioned the areas of concern would be the forearms/gloves and the knee gap. By the look of it you could drop the forearms lower closer to the gloves. They seem high up on your elbows from the side views. For the knees, it looks like you have your shins up as high as you could risk putting them based on the rear view and where theyre sitting on the boots. You must be a tall trooper! Maybe @IcyTrooper who is taller than the avg stormtrooper can give suggestions. Maybe drop the thighs a little? I noticed your rivets on the the thigh ammo need to be painted black along w the holster rivets (see CRL model pic).

have a pic of what we are looking at?

congratulations! make sure to go request full detachment access if u havent already

Good news! @KentuckyTIJc @javi sanchez @WEBS Our current CRL model @thisiskevin who designed and donated his 3D file design transferred the files to me yesterday. Just need to get with @nanotek on the best way to host/distribute these. Stay tuned!

Nice fit on the soft parts! Here are a couple of things I noticed, only one of which might be a “must” once you fit w your armor: -If you’re aiming for a Level 2 Specialist application, the sole of the boot will need some cuts. Hard to make out on the CRL, but here’s a link to the model’s own Specialist app showing the boots a little better. https://forum.specops501st.com/topic/7547-tx-13016-shadow-scout-specialist-application-approved/?do=findComment&comment=94500 * This is the possible must-fix. Boot height looks like it could potentially be too high. You will know better once you have the knee armor but I have a feeling the knees will overlap a decent amount w the boot tops. - Maybe…width of flak vest neck opening. CRL states it as “much wider” and it seems like yours isnt that much wider. May not affect an approval but would def affect a Level 2 app I think. But something I would hold off on messing with until youve tried it w armor on. Good job on those boots! I was in the same boat when I tackled mine…def easier than it appears. Well done!

to me they work. worst case, can make that sole a Level 2 req like the shadow scout boot cuts.

I think they could work. The only difference I see, once a covering is put on, is the sole in the front…has some cuts while the reference looks smooth.

High boots were initially accepted BUT after looking at the references used for the CRL no high boots were ever used by the IATs and so the shorter boot became the only acceptable option. If you follow the CRL @Hoda posted u should be good

Nice. Still learning these new 3D prints rolling out. Another critique on the bucket, the forehead and nose bridge should be either decals or flat surfaces and not actual indented vents. Id also suggest (especially for durability as u will prob be lifting the visor as u put on/take off bucket) is to replace the 3D printed bolts with with either plastic or metal bolts…concave ones for Level 2

Noted. Thanks for sharing. I am unfamiliar with the 3D stuff in general.

No word tho a couple spoke to me about it last year sometime. Ive encouraged them (as Im sure @nanotek and @Chaos have) to plug in here to keep the community updated but I havent seen any action here on that and tend not to follow the build groups much.

Thanks for sharing! At a glance here I am somewhat concerned about the look of these files. Others can def chime in, but the. bicep raised area appears overly raised. The greeblie looks like it is part of the print and the recessed area it should sit in doesnt look correct. Likewise the chest shape and indent just seem off for some reason. Anyways I hate to sound like a downer. Everything may look good in person and I could just be acting overly wary of 3d print files (because they are everywhere)…but still thought I should at least mention the concerns. May I ask where you sourced the files? Are you aware of others using them?

Below is a list of Vendors for the Spec Ops Scout Trooper variants that are in good standing with the Spec Ops Detachment. This list is not all inclusive and there are other Vendors that make items for Scout Troopers. Much of the list below has been shared with the permission of our fellow 501st Pathfinders troopers. Many thanks to them for allowing us to cross-post this list, thus avoiding a reinventing of the wheel. Should other Vendors provide us with their information we will update this list accordingly. Recommendations are welcome but will not be added to this list unless provided by the Vendor themselves. The Spec Ops Detachment does not endorse any Vendor over any others. It is up to you the Trooper to do the research and exercise due diligence when purchasing any products from Vendors. The Spec Ops Detachment does not get involved in any disputes that a customer may have with a Vendor and even though these Vendors are considered to be in “Good Standing,” it is not uncommon for issues to arise that must be worked out between the buyer and seller. The Spec Ops Detachment endorses a “Buyer Beware” philosophy on any and all transactions. Costume Name: Shadow Scout, Swamp Trooper, General Weir Helmet Altmann (Aus) CFO-Lonewolf (UK) Chef's Creations (UK) Kropserkel (Canada) Moncal/Faraway Creations (USA) RS Props (UK) Studio Creations (USA) Walt's Trooper Factory (USA) Armor: Altmann (Aus) CFO-Strider (UK) Chef's Creations (UK) Kropserkel (Canada) Moncal/Faraway Creations (USA) RS Props (UK) Studio Creations (USA) Walt's Trooper Factory (USA) Boots: Crowprops (leather) Imperial Boots Gloves: Crowprops Imperial Boots Sith Armory (no longer in business, still may be able to find them used) Wampa Wear Note: Esprit Rain Gauntlets were used in the film, with modifications. More and more members are having luck finding them on eBay. But do your research. Some sellers label their gloves improperly Soft Goods (Cummerbunds, Pouches, Flak Vests, Codpieces, Flight Suits, Boots) Chef’s Creations Imperial Boots Note: KriptonTop on etsy (a/k/a Cucblack). Christian was banned from selling due to shipping issues, and some of those transactions have yet to be resolved. By all accounts he has fixed his shipping issues, but be sure to ask for Fedex. Blasters 7CS Costumes, Props, & Models (USA) (formerly DVH) Chef's Creations (UK) The Force Forum (USA) Hole in the Ground Productions (USA) Inland Empire Armory (USA) Kropserkel (Canada) Negative Eleven (USA) Polymer Armory (USA) Praetorian Blasters (USA) Helmet Bolts Fibre-Metal by Honeywell FM4001 Quick-Lok Helmet Adapter Kit (these bolts are identical to the 3M Speedglas bolts and they are available in the correct shade of gray) https://www.amazon.com/Fibre-Metal-Honeywell-FM4001-Quick-Lok-Adapter/dp/B002BUMS8Y/ref=psdc_7491811011_t1_B015MG1SMK?fbclid=IwAR0A2QyyDYSMHR5Sh64p7_d1JGEe8DjJNHuuVtbOzABbufXA3Mah_jJiTSM With the headband kit: https://headgear.weldinghelmet.biz/fibre-metal-hard-hat-3rc-headgear-replacement-suspension.html?fbclid=IwAR1UQJ0mxXKuyng07EUXrtGDST5Gf7ltES7QRfQvAeh1QcfG3HUV0DBbqwI Accurate TB Helmet Hardware kit & Headband kit http://forum.501stpathfinders.com/index.php?/topic/10270-fs-accurate-tb-helmet-hardware-kit-headband-kit/ Thermal Detonator Clips Metal Belt Clip (661) https://www.knifekits.com/vcom/belt-clip-universal-sheathholster-model-black-tactical-finish-p-4192.html?fbclid=IwAR1ccjvYQP1Z-SgvJBoBTb8KL05NWBfUdkIqDDB6JgBC3gx_KGTnMvlj8KM https://www.theclip.com/store/metal-belt-clip-661

The pic is tough to make out for me but from what I can see it seems good

Nice! Not sure of any further progress on your suit, but be sure to add riding patches on the inner thighs and the butt flap. faux leather for level one but real suede for level two

indeed. hopefully i will have them soon by “upgrade the shoulder strap” what do you mean?

Hi James! When the CRL was updated, the model actually redesigned the bandolier based on some more accurate details we saw in the comic panels and he created 3D files for it which he intended to donate which would be what you need if you have access to a printer or know someone who does. Ive reached out to him to see if he can still do that. Im the meantime, I can share a screenshot of the design and give you some measures. He designed it all approx.: 5cm wide There is an approx 1.5 thick slit in each piece about (see attached pic) to run strap through. Thats a Level 2 requirement if you are going for Specialist. The slit is approx 2-3 cm wide…needs to fit the strap without allowing the boxes to slide/shift too much. Each individual piece varies in height and I dont have those measures at the moment. First pic is the flat look you requested. Second shows the slit I am talking about. Hope this helps a little.

Never seen a response like that. So were you able to figure out the helmet trimming? As far as the dome assembly your best bet is to heat and bend some abs strips to mount on the interior of the dome to hold the 2 pieces together. Then bondo/fill the seam. Want to work that seam as much as possible to conceal it. After thats set you can move on to the visor (similar technique). One thing...on the interior of the dome I fiberglassed over the abs strip as well. Prob not necessary but I wanted some additional reinforcement though it did add some weight as well.

These should work for recoloring TK boots back to a white as well (i had to remove weathering but not all of it came off)? Thanks for the suggestions!

Random Updates (no pics): -Installed TK knee plate (removed Sandtrooper knee plate) -Installed right thigh ammo using split rivets. -Finished removing previously installed shin shims. -Trimmed clone belt. Will order canvas belt once I finish the ab/strapping so I can get proper size. -Started painting this weekend. Hopefully weather is good so I can start re-strapping this up asap.

Knives Update: KNIVES!!! 3D printed by my dude @ShadowDriver using the files designed by @Fivezero These were printed using the original specs and will used for the chest and thigh sheaths. Size-wise they did feel small (at least for my hands) and so I will have a couple slightly larger ones printed to hold while trooping. Will need to smooth out lines and paint.

Abdomen Update: This is going to be the most challenging mod. Initially, I tried to just fill everything with bondo. It didn’t work. Extremely heavy and the bondo would not adhere well particularly around the edges. Easily cracked. So I did just that and cracked all of it off and hit the reset button. So then I tried a similar method as @darthRivera but less invasive because I am just not as brave lol. Trimmed out all of the raised details. Added plastic behind the armor. This will allow for less use of filler material...meaning less weight (though it will still be heavier than a standard TK ab). Disregard the interior bits...may have to redo some of that. Then I started filling using this instead of bondo... This was suggested by a local friend. It works just like bondo but adheres much better to the plastic and is lighter. It also has some flexibility which will resist cracking (hopefully) while trooping. And so...I’ve started filling/sanding and will post pics when this portion is finished.