Deep search for EU vendor(s).

[GalacticWolf290]

"Hello there",

I am looking for sellers within the EUA (european economic area) because I want to avoid large import costs. Possibly to look before buying, but that is optional. I live in the Netherlands.

I've already looked at 'Where, What and Whom To Avoid When Buying' and 'The various types of armor and where to find them'. Besides that, I've been scouring the forums for several hours. I have quite a list of sellers, but no (vetted) EU sellers.

 

Does anyone have any recommendations for any sort of TK Stormtrooper armor?

The only one I know is "DA Props." Found through hearsay from a 501 member, but not on the forum. (this one is in france)

 

Below is my list of found results:

WTF: Walt's Trooper Factory | Facebook (VETTED)

https://www.facebook.com/groups/612005498911674/

 

CA - AP | Authentic Props | Facebook / Etsy (VETTED)

https://www.facebook.com/Authenticprops

 

UK - RWA Creations | Facebook (VETTED)

https://www.facebook.com/groups/rwacreations

 

UK - RS PropMasters (VETTED)

https://www.rspropmasters.com/

 

ATA | Facebook (VETTED)

https://www.facebook.com/ATA.Armor/

 

FR - DA Props | Facebook / Etsy

https://www.facebook.com/theshedofglitteringdelights

 

CfO - Cast from Original | Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/castfromoriginal/?ref=hl

 

USA - Galactic Armory (questionable)

https://galacticarmory.net/collections/helmets-and-armor?page=14

 

USA - Imperial Surplus

https://imperialsurplus.com/

 

 

DE - Ironmotion (suggested by someone from the forum)

https://ironmotion.de/PROPS

 

UK - SDS (Shepperton Design Studios) (suggested by someone from the forum)

http://www.originalstormtrooper.com

 

To NOT use: 

ANOVOS (defunct)

TM | Troopermaster (recast)

 

Edited August 25, 2023 by GalacticWolf290
Addition to list #2

[Sn4k3]

That is a good list, everything recommended here, will be accepted by the legion

In regards to what, specifically, are you looking recomendations?

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[Troopacoola[TK]]

DA props are well known in the UK, before he relocated to France. Have a look on facebook for his page "the shed of glittering delights"

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[Sn4k3]

DA props are well known in the UK, before he relocated to France. Have a look on facebook for his page "the shed of glittering delights"

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Any additional comments on their TKs?

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[TheRascalKing[TK]]

Galactic Armory is not a recommended seller for anything Stormtrooper related.

 

Unfortunately, I'm not aware of any other EU vendors - the closest you'll probably get is the UK otherwise. DA is on the board with at least 10 EIB approved suits, so I'd consider them quality though I don't have personal experience.

[Sly11[Admin]]

ATA on Facebook is currently unavailable, we are waiting on an update as the molds for this were sold at auction after the sad passing of the owner.

Imperial surplus are currently delayed in orders due to family emergency until further notice.

DA will be your best for EU currently, otherwise as suggested the UK has several makers also including RWA which many are very happy with. https://www.facebook.com/groups/1865574590327448

Galactic Armory tends to be a 3D file creator, selling his files across many newer costumes and weapons.

Currently we have them on a vendor list for the Imperial commando only.

[Trime Mudor]

Good morning!

" Ironmotion " on Instagram or on the Ironmotion website are from germany. That's right around the corner:-)

[Sn4k3]

Good morning!
" Ironmotion " on Instagram or on the Ironmotion website are from germany. That's right around the corner:-)

Is that one vetted by the legion?

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[Morgi[Staff]]

vor 54 Minuten schrieb Sn4k3:

Is that one vetted by the legion?

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It's not on the FISD recommended sellers list. Unless you look at the German list. He's a very common vendor for German TKs and many in the Garrison have his armor approved. Not sure about L2 or L3 approvals in this armor, I don't know of any applications. 

 

 

As you can see, the armor has very sharp details, so you have to know if that's your type of armor. If you live nearby he does commissions and can also be found at various conventions in southern Germany showing off his work. Otherwise you can order the kit online here.

 

Personal opinions? It's not one of my favorite armors out there, the lines are too sharp for my tastes and make the armor look off. It works very well for his Shadowtrooper, but not as much for his Stormtrooper. However, at least in Germany this will be an easy road to approval and possibly a bit cheaper than armors from the UK.

[TheRascalKing[TK]]

Good find - I show two troopers from Switzerland who have been L2 approved, but none at Centurion with IronMotion armor. I wouldn't put too much stock in this stat, but it is usually telling that the better vendors often have more folks reach these levels with their armor... I agree that the IronMotion sculpt looks a bitttt off tho and would personally go with DA over them, and any of the UK vendors over that.

 

If it helps to know where other troopers in the Netherlands have gotten their armor (looks like DA or all UK, but I would ask your local unit leadership as well for advice):

 

 

I of course only have access to the L2/L3 data, not suits approved at Basic, but that info may help!

Edited June 27, 2023 by TheRascalKing

[Sn4k3]

I think the l2/l3 info if a great value, maybe more than the basic approval

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[Sn4k3]

 
It's not on the FISD recommended sellers list. Unless you look at the German list. He's a very common vendor for German TKs and many in the Garrison have his armor approved. Not sure about L2 or L3 approvals in this armor, I don't know of any applications. 
 

 
As you can see, the armor has very sharp details, so you have to know if that's your type of armor. If you live nearby he does commissions and can also be found at various conventions in southern Germany showing off his work. Otherwise you can order the kit online here.
 
Personal opinions? It's not one of my favorite armors out there, the lines are too sharp for my tastes and make the armor look off. It works very well for his Shadowtrooper, but not as much for his Stormtrooper. However, at least in Germany this will be an easy road to approval and possibly a bit cheaper than armors from the UK.

Well... Yes, is sharper and it looks somewhat off next to another armor from a different manofacturer, i would take it IF the price is right, a few euro less won't cut it for me

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[themaninthesuitcase[Admin]]

22 hours ago, Sn4k3 said:

Any additional comments on their TKs?

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I don't own it but I've trooper with DA troopers more than once, it's more common for TIE, or it was before he moved to France.  It's got it's features and tells like any armour but it's a solid mid pack pick.  It was always more popular with non legion troopers for some reason I never worked out.

[Sn4k3]

 
I don't own it but I've trooper with DA troopers more than once, it's more common for TIE, or it was before he moved to France.  It's got it's features and tells like any armour but it's a solid mid pack pick.  It was always more popular with non legion troopers for some reason I never worked out.

I was looking some of the images they have on their etsy store, many of the lines look soft, too soft for my taste

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