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    Jun 8, 2012 - Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #1

    The Avengers NEW Captain America Cosplay Costume Set | eBay

    Almost close to the actual suit from the movie. Closest I could find all over the internet.

    For that price, its dirt cheap but looking at the pictures, the jacket seems too big
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #2

    It looks nice for the price, but yeah, the jacket looks big and loose rather than snug-tight as it should be.
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    Welp, I took the plunge and purchased the one you mentioned. To answer your question it's neither bad nor is it perfect, but it's doable in the sense it'll require some adjustments. As a Base suit to work on top of, the price is fairly good.
    Though I sent my measurements, the jacket is NOT form fitting. the striped waist area is very rigid and causes the nylon fabric to bunch up in the back when the belt is on. I took these photos to get a feel of what I need to do with it. Thankfully, I have a person locally who is fantastic with hemming a resizing fabric.
    I purchased a star from Bamabat and that came in so, I'll be adding that to the costume once I get it back. My gloves and cowl are currently in the works, too.
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    Again, the suit isn't perfect but the level of coloring, design and fabric is not bad for the price.
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #4

    It looks good and I'm thinking of getting one myself, but the colors are a bit off and the suit is missing a lot of seams.
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #5

    Yea I was lookin at this before starting my T.F.A one, the off putting part for me was the odd dak colours on the pants but I messaged them and asked if the can do the pants all one blue and they said it was fine and they could do that for me, I ended up opting against it as I was havin trouble findin good gloves and helmets....
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #6

    I wonder how that matches up with this:

    http://www.buycostumes.com/The-Aveng...il.aspxhttp://
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #7

    As Shellhead said it's not screen accurate.
    I think the suit looks better than the movie one of course minus the fit issues.
    What is surprising is how decent the shield looks. Is that the one from Disguise Costumes?
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #8

    not a bad suit shell man nice boots!! I was going to do the avengers suit but as SDUK said I had trouble locating accurate boots and gloves so thought I'd do T.F.A
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #9

    Fly4v said: View Post
    As Shellhead said it's not screen accurate.
    I think the suit looks better than the movie one of course minus the fit issues.
    What is surprising is how decent the shield looks. Is that the one from Disguise Costumes?
    Yep, it's from Disguise and it really was going to be my only option for photos given the aluminum ones are going upwards of $800 and beyond! It was suggested to add a glue/fabric concoction to the back of the shield to keep it rigid--which I'll also do this weekend. Unfortunate it isn't as quality as I'd like it to be but, it'll do!
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #10

    Chris27989 said: View Post
    not a bad suit shell man nice boots!! I was going to do the avengers suit but as SDUK said I had trouble locating accurate boots and gloves so thought I'd do T.F.A
    Thanks man, yeah..boots aren't the most accurate in the world but, by golly, they're pretty darn comfortable. But I also am taking a gander on these from Ebay: RARE CAPTAIN AMERICA BOOTS PROPS ART MASK WWII COSTUME SHOES ADVENGERS | eBay

    I'll decide which of the two will be better (in hand) and then I'll go to work tweaking the preferred pair. I'm having the gauntlets made by Cosplay House. I'm taking a chance on them as they don't have an actual product pictured but, as all of their advertised commission items, it takes 5 weeks as they're doing it for the first time when paid..hopefully I won't regret it.
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #11

    Personally, I would buy it and get a smaller size and any imperfections I'd take it to the local tailor. Treat it like a suit
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #12

    Shellhead said: View Post
    It was suggested to add a glue/fabric concoction to the back of the shield to keep it rigid
    How about a metal bracket with outer rim and straps like the back of the movie shield? I will be able to post a photo on Monday. Just attach it with double sided tape. You could remove it to use again if you make a steel saucer or spun aluminum shield.
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #13

    Those boots are the ones I was looking at!! my biggest worry was the gloves but you should get an awesome pair now
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #14

    I'm sure you already know this, and it was just a mistake, but the title says The First Avenger, but this is The Avengers version. Just letting you know!

    That costume actually looks great for the price. I might have to get one too!
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #15

    Fly4v said: View Post
    How about a metal bracket with outer rim and straps like the back of the movie shield? I will be able to post a photo on Monday. Just attach it with double sided tape. You could remove it to use again if you make a steel saucer or spun aluminum shield.
    That sounds great and something i hadn't thought of. I really would very much like to see your picture as a reference when possible!
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #16

    TaylorMcManus said: View Post
    I'm sure you already know this, and it was just a mistake, but the title says The First Avenger, but this is The Avengers version. Just letting you know!

    That costume actually looks great for the price. I might have to get one too!
    Hehe, yeah, I noticed the title and I figured it was a way to 'tag' potential buyer searches on Ebay. And a mistake --given the 'Ad' in "Advengers'
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    Chris27989 said: View Post
    Those boots are the ones I was looking at!! my biggest worry was the gloves but you should get an awesome pair now
    I'll be sure to post pics of the boots once I get them--maybe that can help your decision IF you still go the Avengers Cap route. As far as gloves...let's hope!
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    Jun 8, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #19

    not bad for price
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    Jun 9, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #20

    Ibnzbass4 said: View Post
    I corrected link for you.

    but just in case, The Avengers Captain America Elite Adult Costume - Costumes, 802634

    Wondering too how well that suit will match up. Still waiting to see if that suit from the link will come near my size as I am thinner than the XL sizes but stand at 6ft tall.

    Thanks Shellhead for taking the plunge. How much did you get it for? Or was it from that same eBay seller? I agree, from the pictures, that jacket seem to heavy for it to work out.
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    Jun 9, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #21

    Personally it's not one I would go for. It looks too baggy and bugs me that the stomach isn't tapered. But I'm sure it's something that would work as a good affordable base suit, and could always be modified to look more accurate. I like the shoulder sections, those are tricky to put together :P
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    Jun 11, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #22

    TelnetCarlos said: View Post
    I corrected link for you.

    but just in case, The Avengers Captain America Elite Adult Costume - Costumes, 802634

    Wondering too how well that suit will match up. Still waiting to see if that suit from the link will come near my size as I am thinner than the XL sizes but stand at 6ft tall.

    Thanks Shellhead for taking the plunge. How much did you get it for? Or was it from that same eBay seller? I agree, from the pictures, that jacket seem to heavy for it to work out.
    Well, that's the real kick in the noggin' really. When the cosplay suit (and it IS from the same seller on EBay) first came on the internet shopping scene, it was over $200! Ugh! Now it's over 50% less than what I paid for initially!
    Those are the breaks, though. I didn't think I had much option to wait too much longer if I was going to get this project in the works. The taylor I took it to should have the jacket done by week's end. I'll hope the adjustments prove worth it.
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    Jun 11, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #23

    Shellhead, sure the kick was the noggin' and not a bit lower?

    Here is the promised photo of how to reinforce your shield. You could cut up a steel saucer and mount the straps like the movie and game shield.
    If you like the plastic shield use the gray 3m auto body tape and if this is temporary then use the white 3m "Command" strips. Then you can remove it to mount on a steel or Aluminum shield in the future.
    The one buckle shown was done but hand and the inside still needs cleaned up. Steel ring is painted black to keep from oxidizing. Hope this helps.

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    Oct 6, 2012 - Re: Any thought on this First Avenger Captain America suit on the internet? #24

    Hey guys, looks like this costume is selling everywhere but the smallest size is XL which chest size is 42-46 and waist is 38-42. That is too big for me. Has anybody bought that costume yet?
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