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Looking good! Gonna need to do a troop in ny with you when it's done!

Did he say why they wouldn't work??? I know a few guys with approved ATA TKs. Worked fine for them

Also suede riding patches, fart flap and the flightsuit thigh straps are also just for specialist

Yup it is not needed for basic approval. You only need it for the specialist level

Awesome work Jorge!! can't wait to see it at a troop!!

1) What was your first 501st build project? First one was Shadow Stormtrooper 2) What specific aspect(s) of the build posed unexpected difficulties? I cracked one of the ears when I was putting the helmet together. 3) Who/what were your most valuable sources of information utilized during your build? Build threads here and on FISD. Also one of the guys in the NER was kind enough to let me come over and help me along. 4) What are some common pitfalls that newcomers such as myself often fall prey to when beginning their first build? Don't be in too much of a hurry. When (not if) you run into a problem, take the time to ask around and get the advice you need to do it right 5) What would you do differently about your first build, knowing what you know now? Besides not cracking the ear? Nothing really. I learned a lot and had a great time doing it

I have the diamond state props one. Came assembled and I just had to paint it

I like the look with the pauldron. I just don't wear one

I couldn't agree more about the hands on help. Everyone here and on fisd are great but without some of the guys from my garrison I would have an expensive pile of black plastic

That burnt metal is beautiful. Nice work

awesome!!

I have an AM and have had no problems that weren't my own fault. I haven't checked out the ata black to see how well they match

I believe I heard AM is no longer doing black. also since it's a 3 piece helmet its a no-go for specialist.

it's amazing how I never even thought about this. excellent question

I have fans and that's all. I used my amp once but I really enjoy just being quiet

Check out bass Amsterdam ankle boots. Similar price and they may go larger

sorry to hear about your pup. a few months back mine had kidney stones so bad his bladder ruptured. you just wish they could tell you what they need

seriously awesome!

I don't love the helmet change but it is pretty sinister looking

that is awesome!

I only cracked an ear on my helmet. don't force it! Whenever things are screwed together i'd recommend getting all the screws just barely started and then go around and tighten them.

awesome! I think, no, I know I want one!

oh I like this build!

that's messed up man. next weekend I'll be trooping with a guy who has a black ATA helmet, i'll see how well the colors match up and let you know

my AM was approved. I know it isn't acceptable for the specialist program though