First Time Build (ESB TK)

[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Going to be starting an ESB build to try to join the Excelsior Garrison. Any thoughts re RS Prop Masters?

 

 

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[Rob .T .[TK]]

Probably the most accurate esb armour available to be honest . 

[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Thanks. PVC or ABS? Leaning on PVC, but is there a reason to go with ABS other than that was the original?


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[TrickyT81[TK]]

Hi Empire,
Depends what ‘look’ you would like.
PVC is usually associated with the ‘idealistic’ look as it’s sparkling white and doesn’t discolour over time. Downside to PVC is that it’s more prone to cracking than ABS.

In regard to ABS, this is the original plastic used in the film, more flexible (although can still crack) and what you would go with for the ‘accurate’ look. Downside to ABS is that it will disolour over time.

I’m my opinion, accurate look is what I would go for but hope this helps.

Tim


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[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Thanks. Maybe I’ll go PVC for ESB and build an ABS ANH later…

I like that PVC is uv stable.


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[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

A few threads on the subject

Another thread here

 

And here

 

Most of our local troopers who have purchased a RS kit have gone for ABS

 

Also an interesting read here online

[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Alright, after getting excellent customer service from RS Prop Masters ("RSPM") who answered many questions within 24 hours, over the weekend, even when they are supposed to be closed, I have decided to commission an ABS set armor from them with an E-11 and DLT-19. I did go with ESB build as opposed to ANH.

I decided on ABS over PVC because here in the northern areas of the Empire State, the cold is a reality almost 50% of the year. Apparently, according to RSPM, PVC gets brittle when exposed to cold temps, making ABS a better option for winter trooping and travel.

Thanks to those who commented. Looking forward to becoming a part of the community.


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[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Update: 12 week lead time on the commission. Should be here for May 4th!


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[justjoseph63[Staff]]

8 hours ago, TheEmpireStateStrikesBack said:

Update: 12 week lead time on the commission. Should be here for May 4th!

 

Excellent news, John!  One thing I would suggest is that when you receive it, put everything on, take pictures and then post them up in the "Pre-Approval" thread here.  This way we can help you with any tweaks you may need and make the 501st approval process a lot smoother.  You won't need a blaster for Basic, but do you have your boots/undersuit/neck seal/holster on hand or ordered?

[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Yes. I ordered all the soft parts from RS. Also ordered both the E-11 and a DLT-19. They actually just got a new MG-34 to mold off of so their DLT is supposedly much better now.


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[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

4 hours ago, TheEmpireStateStrikesBack said:

Yes. I ordered all the soft parts from RS. Also ordered both the E-11 and a DLT-19. They actually just got a new MG-34 to mold off of so their DLT is supposedly much better now.

Looking forward to seeing the big brow boxes and the updated DLT-19

[TrickyT81[TK]]

I was at the RS studio a week or so ago when they were working on the DLT-19 and it’s impressive


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[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Update: I added on the ANH package. It sounds like I should have my commission in a few weeks as they are just waiting on holsters and my ANH helmet.


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[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

Finally!


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[gmrhodes13[Staff]]

Happy dance time 

[TheEmpireStateStrikesBack]

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