Ghostie20

I'm back Spec Ops, So right here is what I have gathered a few things from stuff I Printed with the Sean Files(Before I stupidly deleted them all), from the spec ops member that I got with some of the items and now from Walter from Walts Trooper Factory(Image down Below the texts) to show what is my progress in gathering the pieces for the IST armor. Now with that being said I am sill missing a lot of stuff and not only I'm anxious but frustrated, I'm still glad I have these in my possession but hear me out. I really want to get to the assembly on the armor but I cant since now I will have to probably have to wait another half a year for Walter to mold the plastic to get everything else(I wish I was joking but the request/order began in December and they arrived this week, most of it had to be the weather and machine problems but u get where I'm coming from). Other members are either too busy or no where to be found in the forum(I ain't gonna argue on that since every one has a life and I do too) or send people messages that is simple, short or not too complicated to respond but ignore me while they seem to be active in the forums and that really pisses me off. IDK I'm just frustrated with life and now as I want to be packed with alternative information for the forums so no 1 is in the same dilemma as I am unfortunately. However, due to deleting the Sean files I want to find alternatives for much smaller or complicated things that be found though outside of the vendors I mentioned in my previous post. If anyone knows any good Mudtrooper/IAT/IST Files(Outside of the Sean's files) that are approved or just ok for Basic Standards that would be helpful since outside of the side curves that go on the back plate that I can get from Walter there's really just small items I need to grab but unsure where. Either way I'm still excited to work on the Biceps(where I can modify them to fit the basic criteria), the helmet for the most part and a lot of trimming on the armor which I don't mind, I know I sounded salty and upset but when the world kicks u in the nuts it hurts. I'm still glad some progress will be made, more info to come when I'm not too busy so keep an eye out for that.

Hello Spec Ops, I have some updates that I want to post as I am still committed to this costume but at a small paste(for the better). This page going forward(I wish I can delete old posts that aren't necessary but I cant) I will begin with assembling the armor part of the costume and as for the weapons they will be separate posts as this will focus primary on the costume itself. I will leave a list of stuff that I have acquired or will acquire for the IST, along with texts highlighted with links to the source so anyone wont be lost when assembling the costume and grab the correct stuff. All of this couldn't have been done by members of the SpecOps who helped me and a lot of research(no joke). Soft Goods: Pants/Tunic/Cap - Haven't Acquired = There are 2 people that can deliver the goods at a good price: Jim Tripon contact via email here on the forum(Head to the Mudtroopers section of the forum to get his email). Horus(PM either 501st or SpecOps forum). Boots - Haven't Acquired = There are 4 places to get them for either replication or authenticity(Note: If you are a half size of a number like 10.5 get a size 10 don't go over unless u want blisters, I went a size over and regret it): Source I. Hessen Antique here in the US Source II. Crowprops in South America. Source III. Horus PM on the 501st forum and/or Spec Ops Forum. Source IV. Epic Militaria in the UK. Belt - Semi-Acquired = Either Wampa Wear or DarmansProps who's on Etsy(Edge grooves needed). Belt Boxes - Haven't Acquired = Either BaileysBuildsDesigns(either though her website or Etsy) or Philoprops on Etsy too. Code disks - Acquired = Either BaileysBuildsDesigns(either though her website or Etsy) or Philoprops on Etsy too. Gloves - Haven't Acquired = Ravelgloves on Etsy(Requires hand size and color) they look like the image on the CRL and also a good price. Armor goods: - Acquired Helmet Chest and Black Plate Neck piece Some grebblies = All ordered by Walter(WTF) but arriving soon. - Acquired Shoulder Bells Shin Knees(file) Biceps Straps and Buckles The goggles and their accessories(I do have some of the Goggle files but better than nothin PM me for request). = Got these from another member here on the forum or have a file of them but can easily modify them since I'm only going for BASIC. - Not Acquired Shins = waiting on anyone I asked to send the file(except pyro don't ask him). Side curves for the back plate Respirator tube greebles for the back plate A telemetry piece that goes on the upper left side of the helmet = All of the armor stuff can be acquired by these vendors from my research or word of mouth: Jim Tripon Horus(PM either 501st or SpecOps forum). Walter from Walts Trooper Factory. Imperial Surplus BigJasoni and/or Blackwatch(Long story but I would say Mudtrooper.co.uk but apparently WIX was charging the owner a high amount to make the website available for everyone to get the files for free.) However, BigJasoni has some of the files in his possession since he made them too, so PM is required(whenever he returns). As for Blackwatch it seems to have the Sean files but unsure at the moment, but he is a busy man so don't barade him too much and just play the waiting game. Note: I only have a few files but I regret deleting some other files(so facepalm and FML moment here) so please if anyone has the sean armor files post them on the forums for ...K SAKE!! Small Parts and accessories: Acquired EVA foam(ranging from 3mm-6mm) = either online or Hobby lobby Hardcore or 94 Anthracite Grey spray paint = Can be found either on Amazon or ACE hardware Triglides for Goggle straps Large Helmet Buckle Dark green face shield visor Rawlings Chin cup DGOL 10pcs 3/4in lock slider buckle zinc Polypropylene webbing strap 3/4 grey Strapcrafts 1.5in double side elastic(For the goggles) Strapcrafts 1in double side elastic(Also for the goggles) Country Brook Design - 1 Inch metal slide adjuster triglides Note: Items listed ranging from the DGOL buckles to the metal slide adjuster I have a high quantity and/or amount of those items when they were delivered. However I am willing to sell them off to any members who are doing the Imperial Army/Security Trooper since I don't need a lot of these stuff I received from Amazon. More to come when I get the chance but this is still good intel for any future IST or IATs but really excited to get this complete. Also since the Spanish are doing the riot shield I will be working on the Baton as I want to use real metal to make it into a prop but a real defense tool, more posts coming whenever I am not too busy.

I don't think so I meant the liner that goes around the helmet but I might use Sean's Muddy-ICAT-Aldani Helmet that already has the liner ingrained so its less of an hassle.

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ok well I know for sure that I will stay as a basic with a few lvl 2 features after approval, since I definaltey want functional goggles and boots that are not too rare and can fit me.

Well that sucks I guess fining our sizes is a needle in a giant haystack. I will say when it comes to crowprops if you go under "Booties"(I am not making that up, I swear to god.) youll find some Jackboots that are replicas of the real deal if you both want to start off there since I might resort to those.

Well you might get lucky with the boots, where I am dead in the water.

Welcome to the club, so far in my research and asking around if your want replicas of german boots you can either do crowprops or keeptrooping but they both have their own cons. As for the real deal I see 2 places Epic militaria and Hessenantique but hopefully you have a small foot, a big foot like me(a size 12) is like a needle in a haystack. Also is Jim tripon a good vendor for the soft goods too?

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Go to a post dated on 6/13/2025 for an updated introduction