Eisch Rau

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Update for IAT build: ordered pair of green gloves from mydesignedcrafts on Etsy. Gloves feel nice and seem like good quality. For alterations to the jumpsuit(adding pockets and modifying the collar), I’m reaching out to pilotbay. For those reading this build for vendors/purchases, pilotbay.net is their website.

The goggles were a concern for me since the costume reference has dark green lenses stated and not black.

Needing to check size on the helmet. There is no padding in the helmet currently.

Been busy, but hoping to get this submitted for approval this year. concerning the goggles: It has been hard finding the right pair for the helmet. Currently, I have this one. If it’s not up to snuff, does anyone have a link/recommendation?

Helmet update: having some issues and very unsure if it’s even close to approval. Base is an AT-DP from Imperial Surplus. I have filled it in with Bondo putty, spray painted, primer filler, acrylic paint, primer filler and spray painted again while sanding in between. Still have these imperfections though.

Pouches have finally been collected. The magazine holder and large pouch will be on the back, and only look different in color when right next to the front pouches.

To make sure I understand, club entry is based on GML approval but the L2 approval is done by someone else? Or is is also done by GML? I’m shooting for L2 off the bat.

Pouch hunting has proven to be a true scavenger hunt. All the surplus shops in the area don’t have the needed molle pouches. With that said, I want to make sure the following ones would work, since the URL states that similar sized molle pouches can work. CondorHandcuff Pouch https://a.co/d/4Gfg5DW Using 2 of these for the front. Tacticon P1 P2 P3 BattlePouch | Universal Pistol Mag Pouch | Combat Veteran Owned Company | Molle Single Double Triple Pistol Magazine Holster for Ammo | Tactical Bag Accessories Holder https://a.co/d/4WhA37e Tactical Molle Phone Pouch EDC Cellphone Holder Smartphone Organizer Bag with US Flag Patch & Molle Key Ring (Army Green) https://a.co/d/1lbkH9l This last one concerns me the most for approval. It’s a more modern molle pouch. Thoughts?

Build Update: Painted H harness parts, boots and gloves. Had a nice hot weekend during Father’s Day, so safe to say painting conditions were ideal. Everything seem to turn out well. However, the paint feels gritty to the touch. I have had this same result with Montana Gold consistently. Has everyone else had the same thing happen? Is this okay for trooping/approval, or do I need to take a high grit sandpaper to it? along with painting, I did a suit test with the belt. As you can see, I need to remove the buttons on the breast pockets and add pockets to the legs. I have an exact copy of this jumpsuit so I can remove the breast pockets and attach them to the legs. The suit seals up via buttons rather than Velcro. They are covered(evident of the photos above). Just wanting to confirm my thought process on modifications is correct. Thanks for your help.

Out of curiosity, who’s files are you using for the scout?

More parts have come in! Received the following items: MELORDY 10 Pcs Metal Swivel Lobster Clasp Claw Push Gate Snap Hooks for DIY Crafts Keychain Purse Handbag Making (Gunmetal, 2 inch) https://a.co/d/5Pr6YE0 Shapenty 2 Inch Black Plastic Tri-Glide Slides Button Adjustable Webbing Triglides Slider Buckle for Belt Backpack and Bags, 8PCS https://a.co/d/gFlAm04 And some cans of Montana Gold:Olive Green from Joanns online. However, I talked to John Rodriguez(@alphaignition) and was recommended Blick. It’s a chain here in Southern California that has Montana in shop and ships as well. I never realized how hard it is to find a physical store that carries a decent amount of Montana. I will start painting all the parts(excluding the helmet) this weekend. Once that’s done, the next big hurdle is sewing. Will have an update soon.

Seen that you like the Scum and Villainy from X-wing, you will probably enjoy this: my ‘business logo’ for the character. I have always enjoyed the Jumpmaster design(being a sleek version of a YT freighter almost) but haven’t found a decent prices for the X-Wing Squadrons to paint and display.

Inspired by the costumers of the 501st, I started to build my first costume. It began with some B-grades I got and after 8 months of trying different techniques, this is the result: Background story is an Imperial soldier who was honorably discharged soon after the destruction of Alderaan. He now works as a freelance courier, moving goods and information from Rim to Rim in his Jumpmaster 5000(Dengar’s ship).

Update on build: almost done collecting the needed materials. In SoCal, we had a PropSwap put on by TrooperBay. Several of the west coast armor vendors were here with their products. I got my helmet from Imperial Surplus. I enjoy his pulls and have a full Mando kit from him. Since it’s an AT-DP helmet, I will fill in the two lines on the top and the one in the back. Other than that, I just need the pouches, hooks and strap slides for the harness, goggles and communication box for the helmet. For those of you reading this: does anyone know a vendor that sells the com box or the 3d files of one? And for kicks and giggles, here is a Storm Trooper missing a shot: