TK-16311 Requesting ANH Stunt EIB Status [AM][429]

[cm325i]

Clint Marzec

TK16311

cm325i

Star Garrison, Central TX Squad

 

Armor = AM 2.0

Helmet = MTK

Blaster = Modified Doopy E-11

 

Height = 6'

Weight = 180 lbs

Boots = TK Boots

Canvas Belt = TKittell

Hand plates = AM 2.0 ABS

Gloves = Rubber chemical gloves

Electronics = iComm, Aker voice amp

Neck Seal = Darman

Holster = Darman

 

Full Body Front:

 

Back:

 

Left:

 

Right:

 

Right Detail (there is a snap under there):

 

Left Detail (the rivets are painted white, but some has rubbed off):

 

Abdomen Detail:

 

Action Shot:

 

Cod and Butt Plate:

 

Interior Strapping:

 

Helmet Front:

 

Helmet Right:

 

Helmet Left:

 

Helmet Back:

 

Hovi Tip Detail:

 

Lense Color (backlit):

 

Blaster Left:

 

Blaster Right:

 

Neck Seal:

 

Thermal Detonator:

 

Holster Attachment Image 1:

 

Holster Attachment Image 2:

 

EDIT: I don't know what happened to all my images, but here are a few from a photo shoot March, 2015

 

 

 

Edited November 13, 2015 by cm325i

[I'm Batman[501st]]

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Looking good mate. One question - is that something under the front of the shoulder straps, or are they just sitting up because of the shape of your chest plate?

 

From a 'looks' point of view, you could certainly try to straighten up the straps, so they're not wandering off to the outside of your back plate. Not sure if that will be required for EIB, or just a fitment recommendation. Would it be of benefit to move the whole strap forward? You can see way more strap at the rear, than the front.

 

Good luck!

[cm325i]

Thanks for the feedback! Yes, just that little corner is sticking up because of the shape of the chest plate, which is also why I didn't put those bridges farther forward. I didn't realize the backs of the straps were so far off until after I took these pictures. I do have an issue with the chest riding up and the back sliding down, but that's probably not related to the bridges. I'll see what other feedback I get before taking stuff apart...

Edited December 10, 2014 by cm325i

[Tusken RTT]

Awesome job- great looking build!  Just a couple of things I saw;  is the neckseal riding too high up your neck?  In the close up, you cannot see the ridges, really only the cloth underneath.  Could be wrong though and it's just the lighting.  

Also the chest piece could maybe be trimmed a bit, where it curves around and is pointing towards the back.  It looks pretty close to the back piece where there should be a bigger gap.  

 

Congrats!!  

[cm325i]

I may have put the neck seal on too high? Trim the sides of the chest? Maybe 2-3 inches?

 

 

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[Tusken RTT]

I'm petrified of cutting! Best to confirm w the experts first, they will chime in.

[Snaps[TK]]

Good luck!

[gazmosis[501st]]

Mr. Clint!

Thank you so much for your application for Expert Infantry! You have a very nice combination by pairing the AM armor with the MTK helmet. Well done. Let's have a closer look!

CRL and EIB Application Requirements:

A very well organized application (Hard not to when you have the list printed out in front of you   ) All required photos have been submitted and your armor contains all required elements for EIB. 

That saying, I would like to congratulate and welcome you to Expert Infantry!

 

Other-Armor Fit/Assembly: In this section, your fellow troopers and myself provide suggestions for adjustments to improve the overall appearance of your armor. Unless specifically stated, these will not affect any application.

You have a very solid build.  Scott and Ian both brought up points worth mentioning.  First are the position of your shoulder bridges and I agree that they are mounted too high up on the chest. As you can see here: the front of the shoulder bridges should be in the front portion of the chest top. Moving these will give you a chance to re-position them so they align then sit properly on your back over your shoulder.

Next is your chest. I will touch on this again in the Centurion section below. With a little trimming and some artistry with a heat iron, you can greatly improve the appearance of the chest. I have provided some suggested lines on your chest AND back.:

This is not all about picking you apart. You need to be commended on your helmet details. Well done. Hand painting is tough no doubt about it. You did a good job. If you forced me to comment on anything, it would be that I thought your tube stripes might be a little too far down on your cheeks but it's nothing to be too critical over.

The other thing I loved was your blaster. NICE!!! 

Lastly I agree with you.....re-paint your torso rivets!

 

Centurion Suggestions:

You are no stranger to these boards, Clint, so you know that if you want to venture into Centurionland, a new chest and back will be required. I have mulled over this point time and again and tried to see someway around it but the shapes between the ones that are more screen accurate and the AM chest/back are just too great. By the time you trim the heck out of your chest, you are better off just replacing it rather than risking a mistake, and the back is just too far off to save with any amount of trimming.

Moving on, flexible/latex hand plates will be needed.

You will need to incorporate the square notches in lower front corners of your kidney. 

 

Congratulations again on EIB! Well done, Sir!!

[cm325i]

Thank you sir! I really appreciate the feedback and will definitely make the suggested changes. Although I may not get to them until after my first troop, but maybe I can. I was very aware of the issue regarding Centurion level with the AM cast even before ordering the kit. In hindsight, I might have ordered a different kit, but my goal was to get out into the community as fast as possible to make people smile. The wait time was the final factor. Thanks again and I hope to serve the Empire well!

[I'm Batman[501st]]

Congrats Clont. Well done!

[DarthDadio[TK]]

Congratulations Clint.

[cm325i]

Congrats Clont. Well done!

 

LOL! Thanks dude! I've been called many things in my lifetime, but never this! Haha!

[I'm Batman[501st]]

LOL! Thanks dude! I've been called many things in my lifetime, but never this! Haha!

Oops. Clumsy fingers on an iPad.....

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Congrats and welcome to the ranks trooper

[Dark PWF[Staff]]

Congratulations Clint!!! Welcome to the ranks!!!

[Berbs42[TK]]

Congrats, Clint!!

 

 - Berbs

[cm325i]

Thanks guys! Already planning those tweaks...

 

 

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[gazmosis[501st]]

Trooping is what it is all about! Get tout there, enjoy your suit and make people smile. Get to the changes when you can. We will be here!! 

[Sly11[Admin]]

Congrats Clint, welcome to the ranks.

 

 

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[fuumantroop[TK]]

Congrats Clint!

[TK-66929[TK]]

AWESOME !!!   Congrats Clint... 

[TK-66929[TK]]

 Still going through your pix and post to see where I can do better on mine.  

 

 

Dan

[cm325i]

Why did my pictures all disappear?

[ukswrath[Staff]]

The link to your photo account (whatever that may be) is having an issue. Happens to me every time Photobucket tanks. 

[ukswrath[Staff]]

Hey Clint somehow I forgot to congratulate you on your EIB, sorry.

 

Well done sir