Armor9[TK] Posted January 29, 2023 Report Posted January 29, 2023 (edited) Trooper Info Name: Scott Sylkatis FISD Forum Name: Armor9 Legion ID: 33555 Garrison: Ohio Garrison Legion Profile: https://www.501st.com/members/displaymemberdetails.php?userID=35587 Height: 5' 11" Weight: 170 lbs Costume Information Armor Maker: RS Props Helmet Maker: RS Props E-11 Blaster: RS Props Canvas Belt: RS Props Hand Guards: RS Props Gloves: Rubber Chemical Gloves; RS Props Electronics: Helmet Fan Kit Neck Seal: RS Props Holster: RS Props Boots: RS Props Thank you for your consideration and please let me know if you have any questions or need to see any additional detail. Edited January 31, 2023 by Armor9 Updated Photos 2 Quote
Doggydoc[Staff] Posted January 29, 2023 Report Posted January 29, 2023 Good luck on your certificate 1 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted January 29, 2023 Report Posted January 29, 2023 Nice work trooper, something the DO's will mention is the drop box placement, they should align with the end of the plastic belt not the cut corners, you may want to address that before the DO's get here Just note while you are repositioning the drop boxes if you are look at going for L3 Centurion you will also need to trim the ends of your plastic belt as the angles need to meet the outer of the fabric belt The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt. Good luck with approval trooper 1 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted January 29, 2023 Author Report Posted January 29, 2023 Thanks for that info! 1 Quote
MaskedVengeance[Staff] Posted January 29, 2023 Report Posted January 29, 2023 Looking good, trooper! Good luck! Quote
justjoseph63[Staff] Posted January 29, 2023 Report Posted January 29, 2023 Added to the queue, Scott! 2 Quote
Chemi[Staff] Posted January 31, 2023 Report Posted January 31, 2023 Hi Scott! I will be the DO who will review your application. In order to move along, I would like to ask you for a favor. The full body images(the side views of the blaster as well) have a very low resolution, which does not allow me to see all the details, could you change them for higher resolution ones? That would be great. You can edit the first post and change them there. I also need you to add the following photo: -Close-up of ab/kidney rivets Thanks!!! 2 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted January 31, 2023 Author Report Posted January 31, 2023 37 minutes ago, Chemi said: Hi Scott! I will be the DO who will review your application. In order to move along, I would like to ask you for a favor. The full body images(the side views of the blaster as well) have a very low resolution, which does not allow me to see all the details, could you change them for higher resolution ones? That would be great. You can edit the first post and change them there. I also need you to add the following photo: -Close-up of ab/kidney rivets Thanks!!! I have updated the photos using a different hosting cite, they should be bigger now. When I get home, in 2 hours or so, I'll get you the other picture of the ad/kindey you requested. Also, I am not sure why the old pictures are still in the original post, I deleted them but they stayed, sorry for the double pictures. 1 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted February 1, 2023 Author Report Posted February 1, 2023 2 hours ago, Chemi said: I also need you to add the following photo: -Close-up of ab/kidney rivets Thanks!!! Here is a picture of my ab/kidney rivets. 2 Quote
Chemi[Staff] Posted February 1, 2023 Report Posted February 1, 2023 Hello again. The photos are perfect!!! Almost there, Trooper!. We need one last effort, Scott. -L1: The white control panel raised ribbed pad faces the rear, with the controls/round washer style detail closest to the right end cap. According to the CRL, we think that the TD should be a little more turned to the front. Reference Images We think that simply bending the clips down a little will do the trick. In addition, this will help to lower the TD a bit, right at belt height, which is more screen accurate. Thank you for your effort and patience, Scott. 1 Quote
MaskedVengeance[Staff] Posted February 1, 2023 Report Posted February 1, 2023 Sooo close, Scott! Little tweak and you’re in! 2 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted February 2, 2023 Author Report Posted February 2, 2023 (edited) @Chemi Please let me know if this works, wife wasn't home so I couldn't get it on to get the picture. If you need it on let me know and I'll upload one later tonight or tomorrow, but it was as easy as bending those and completely see how it changes the look. Thanks! Edited February 2, 2023 by Armor9 1 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted February 4, 2023 Author Report Posted February 4, 2023 Couple of updated photos. 3 Quote
Chemi[Staff] Posted February 5, 2023 Report Posted February 5, 2023 Hi Scott, and thank you for your EIB submission for ANH Hero! CRL and EIB Application Requirements: All required photos have been submitted, and on behalf of the entire D.O. staff we are pleased to welcome you to the rank of Expert Infantry. Congratulations! Other-Armor Fit/Assembly; In this area we review observations made by your fellow troopers and the DO team. Some observations may lead to suggestions to improve the overall look of your armor, and please keep in mind that we consider both text (CRL) and pictures (screen caps/reference images) when reviewing submissions. Well Scott, I want to thank you for your application. I also want to tell you not to be scared by the amount of photos you can see. Most of them are very easy things to fix, and I'm sure in no time, I'll be able to see your Centurion application. Let's start with suggestions... -L3: Ideally, the placement of ears (and screws) should closely follow the rear angle of the trap above them. The right side would need a small adjustment, but since it's not very noticeable, we mention it as a suggestion. The left side is perfect. Reference images -As seen in the reference images, the brow trim should be cut back a little to where it is even with the rear of the trap. Reference images -For a better "appearance", you can lower the right forearm a little to match the left. Also, it will be closer to the wrist, which is more screen accurate as well. Reference images -Also, I would round this area out a bit, as it can bite your arm when you move it. Reference images -The angle of the sniper knee plate should be a little sharper (don't make the corner a sharp one). Reference images -The rivets holding on your ammo knee pack are quite close to the corner. Not a big deal. Reference images -When suiting up, for a better look it's important to make sure the tops and bottom of the calves line up. Reference images -It looks like your E11 blaster has excess of wire. Although we do allow them of course, the coiled wires connected to the counter/power cylinders were not seen in the film and only used in promotional/publicity shots. Reference images "Standard" E-11 reference images Centurion Requirements: In this section we prepare you for our highest tier of approval. Because Centurion photos must show more detail than EIB, items pertaining to Level 3 might be seen there and not here and additional photos may be required. We try to point out all that we can from what we are able to clearly see, but the final accuracy is the responsibility of the trooper. -Ideally, the tube stripes are positioned approximately a standard pencil width away from the cheek. This is a requirement for Level 2, but since yours are somewhat close( the right side is perfect) we are allowing this for Level 2 and moving it to Centurion. Reference images -The plastic shoulder straps need to be held down in the back via a white elastic band to the white fabric that connects/bridges the chest and back piece. We will need a clearer picture on your Centurion application. It looks like the elastics are there but we will need a clearer picture on your Centurion application. Reference images -L3. There should be a minimal gap between the shoulder armor and the chest/back plates. It´s very little, but your armor will look much better if you reduce this gap. Reference images -Another item not mentioned in the CRL is the placement of the "Han" snap. We realize that there is a return edge, so you obviously can't place it on a curved surface, but it can be attached right at the edge. You must remove the snap, drill a new hole and reposition it. The old hole will need to be filled with ABS paste. Reference images -L3. Ideally there no gap between the abdomen and kidney armor. Abdominal and Kidney Plate align horizontally at top. It's too little... Maybe adjusting the belt a little bit will do the trick... Reference images The ABS belt should sit "at or just above..." the bottom of the ab-button panels. Raising it 3 or 4 mm would look better! Reference images -L3. Drop boxes are vertically aligned with the end of the ammo belt with minimal gap between belt and box. You can prevent the drop boxes from moving by applying some E-6000 behind the strap. Reference image -L3.The corners of the plastic ammo belt shall be trimmed at a 45 degree angle that that meets the outer edge of the cloth belt. You can trim the ends of the ABS belt, as long as the cut doesn't go into the square button covers. Reference images -L3.Canvas belt must be firm / sturdy in appearance. No creasing or sagging. Most belts have a plastic insert that stays rigid, which helps you when your E-11 is holstered too. Reference images -The butt plate is overlapping the kidney plate. The best solution may be to use the famous V-tabs. You can take a look at this LINK . -L3. Lower thigh ridge joins (front and rear) shall butt-up flush against each other. Any gaps must be backed with ABS or filled as not to be noticeable. This thread will be a great help LINK Reference images -It may be the photo, but it looks like the blaster grip has some weathering on it. Some gloss black paint and you are golden! Reference images That's all Scott, congratulations . It may seem like a lot of photos, but we think you'll be able to fix all these little "problems". If you need help, if you have any questions or comments, you can contact any member of the DO team, and we will be more than happy to help you. 2 Quote
Doggydoc[Staff] Posted February 5, 2023 Report Posted February 5, 2023 Congratulations Scott. Welcome to expert infantry. looking forward to seeing your centurion application. 1 Quote
gmrhodes13[Staff] Posted February 5, 2023 Report Posted February 5, 2023 Congratulations trooper and welcome to the Expert Infantry club and also the Expert Infantry Honor Gallery 2 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted February 5, 2023 Author Report Posted February 5, 2023 Thank you all and thanks for all the time for the review. Very excited for the EIB having been a former Infantryman in my younger years. Sadly this is the end of the road for my journey, not willing to make those changes for Centurion, but excited nonetheless. 2 Quote
Nairy[Staff] Posted February 5, 2023 Report Posted February 5, 2023 7 hours ago, Armor9 said: Thank you all and thanks for all the time for the review. Very excited for the EIB having been a former Infantryman in my younger years. Sadly this is the end of the road for my journey, not willing to make those changes for Centurion, but excited nonetheless. Amazing job Scott! Congratulations and welcome to the rank of Expert Infantry!!! Awesome to see another great looking Hero out there! 1 Quote
TKSpartan[Staff] Posted February 5, 2023 Report Posted February 5, 2023 Congratulations Trooper , welcome to EIB ranks. 2 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted February 5, 2023 Author Report Posted February 5, 2023 (edited) For the V tabs, I have a few questions: For the "Armor Sides" is the bottom one the butt plate and is the top one the kidney plate? Is the V Tab only glued to the butt plate but left unglued to the kidney plate? Do you think some white industrial velco help keep the two plates together? Thanks. Edited February 5, 2023 by Armor9 Typo 1 Quote
Chemi[Staff] Posted February 5, 2023 Report Posted February 5, 2023 For the "Armor Sides" is the bottom one the butt plate and is the top one the kidney plate? -Yes Is the V Tab only glued to the butt plate but ledt unglued to the kidney plate? -Yes Do you think some white industrial velco help keep the two plates together? -It may not be rigid enough. But you can try it and let us know if it works or not... Scott, glad to see you're still working on your armor. 1 Quote
Armor9[TK] Posted February 5, 2023 Author Report Posted February 5, 2023 16 minutes ago, Chemi said: Scott, glad to see you're still working on your armor. LOL working on in the sense of being a more presentable Trooper, but not for the next level. 1 Quote
Chemi[Staff] Posted February 5, 2023 Report Posted February 5, 2023 Justo ahora, Armor9 dijo: LOL working on in the sense of being a more presentable Trooper, but not for the next level. As we told you, that's a lot of pictures, but believe me, your armor looks great!!!....Most of these issues are easy to fix. Don't be discouraged... 1 Quote
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