Wtf build.

[Thenewguy13]

I apologize upfront as I did not take many pics of the start of this build but will try to make up for it with the rest. This build has been very trying as I am only 5’6”. Lots of trimming and joining has been done. Photo above is what I have done thus far. Back plate is a little low but hope to correct that soon. Working on forearms and belt next. This is my first ever build of any kind of this magnitude. 

[TheSwede[TK]]

Welcome to FISD and keep the pics coming

[TKSpartan[Staff]]

Hi Albert, nice building beginning, let see more pics soon. Welcome aboard!!  

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Hello and welcome aboard looking forward to the progress

[Thenewguy13]

 

back side. Like I stated earlier have to raise the back about an inch and a half. But everything else looks correct. Excuse the piece of tape photo bombing the pic. Also the left arm bicep had slipped down. That has been corrected 

Edited September 26, 2019 by Thenewguy13

[TKSpartan[Staff]]

You can remove the return edge from the shoulder bells ( can let 2 mm) so you can have more room to reduce the gap between the shoulder and chest.

 

cheers

[ukswrath[Staff]]

Hey Albert looking good so far. 

[Thenewguy13]

5 hours ago, TKSpartan said:

You can remove the return edge from the shoulder bells ( can let 2 mm) so you can have more room to reduce the gap between the shoulder and chest.

 

cheers

 

 

That’s a good idea. Thank you for letting me know I was not sure if that would make it less screen accurate and thus keep me from getting 501st approved. I also ordered the shorter thigh setup from Walt’s with a few other parts I feel I need to upgrade. Not sure how long that will be until I get those but I’ll try to finish everything else in the meantime. 

Edited September 26, 2019 by Thenewguy13

[Thenewguy13]

36 minutes ago, ukswrath said:

Hey Albert looking good so far. 

Thank you. It’s a lot of fun building this but stressful at the same time of that’s possible.  

[Mworm1974[TK]]

looking good, small steps will get you over the line, measure twice and cut once.

 

If you are ever unsure don't proceed until you have asked many questions and photos do help.

 

Even if you don't have a question post up your progress photos.

Edited September 27, 2019 by Mworm1974

[StrmTRPR85[TK]]

Welcome Sir!  Love to see another WTF build!  Looking good so far.  Ask lots of questions we are always happy to help!

[Thenewguy13]

13 hours ago, Mworm1974 said:

looking good, small steps will get you over the line, measure twice and cut once.

 

If you are ever unsure don't proceed until you have asked many questions and photos do help.

 

Even if you don't have a question post up your progress photos.

Yes sir I have been measuring 3 times before any cutaneous just to make sure before cutting Ect. I will be readjusting my snap setup this weekend as there are some week spots and parts that don’t sit how I want them to Sit. 

[Thenewguy13]

Forearms almost done. Will be removing a little of the return edge from the shoulder bells . 

Edited September 27, 2019 by Thenewguy13

[Thenewguy13]

Removed a bunch of return edge. Will test for tomorrow. 

Edited September 27, 2019 by Thenewguy13

[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Looking good

[TKSpartan[Staff]]

Great Albert !! 

[Thenewguy13]

So ran to a little issue the split rivets I ordered are way to short. I need ones with longer ends. Anybody have any extras they can sell me or know we’re I can get the proper ones? I ordered some from a guy on the pages but have not heard back from him and that was like 3 weeks ago lol. 

[TheSwede[TK]]

6 hours ago, Thenewguy13 said:

So ran to a little issue the split rivets I ordered are way to short. I need ones with longer ends. Anybody have any extras they can sell me or know we’re I can get the proper ones? I ordered some from a guy on the pages but have not heard back from him and that was like 3 weeks ago lol. 

I’ll check when I get home

[Thenewguy13]

15 minutes ago, TheSwede said:

I’ll check when I get home

Thanks buddy. Let me know either way. I appreciate it.

[TheSwede[TK]]

5 hours ago, Thenewguy13 said:

Thanks buddy. Let me know either way. I appreciate it.

Mission was a sucess - PM your adress and I’ll have them in the Mail for you 

[Thenewguy13]

Awesome thanks buddy pm incoming 

[Thenewguy13]

Made some TD clips first try ever. I think they came out ok. Thanks to theswede13 for help on the measurements. 

[Thenewguy13]

Boots in from IB. They are very well made. Still experimenting with what type of closing I wa t for shins I like the elastic and hook method but also like the security of the Velcro. 

Edited October 2, 2019 by Thenewguy13

[LTM[TK]]

7 hours ago, Thenewguy13 said:

Boots in from IB. They are very well made. Still experimenting with what type of closing I wa t for shins I like the elastic and hook method but also like the security of the Velcro. 

Looking good future trooper! If I may, give the magnetic closure a look. Easy to put on and off.

 

[psychotropic]

Noticed you are the same height as me. Im interested to see how this turns out, as it seems to be fitting you well so far. This armor seemed to me to fit guys our height better than some of the others out there. Keep up the good work!