DownInFlames´s ANH Vader WIP

[DownInFlames]

Hi guys,

I just wanted to share my new project with you.
After many years of collecting Star Wars items, I´ve decided to start putting together my Prowse sized ANH Darth Vader.
It will take me some time to complete this project but hey, isn´t that part of it?:lol

Please feel free to make suggestions or comments, help me give this guy that movie accurate look!

Many thanks to the RPF and its members, I´ve learned so much and have met many good friends here. What a great place to hang out in!

Here goes, first test fitting!

 

[SithLord]

Wow, if this is what I think it is then this is a really great start to the New Year in terms of Vader. Thanks very much for sharing this and I can't wait to see more...it sure brings back a lot of memories...

 

[Too Much Garlic]

I like it. Can't wait to see more.

 

[vaderdarth]

Very nice beginning!

 

[Prince NEO]

Very cool, it looks great so far

 

[hc8719]

Where did you find the parts? Correct me if I'm wrong, but the helmet appears the be a Rubies Supreme? None of the other parts appear to be rubies though

 

[SithLord]

The helmet is an SL ANH. But yes you are correct, none of the parts are from Rubies, they are custom made. Plus Rubies never made ANH parts.

 

[Darth Niob]

:lolRubies? Ok, sorry but that was a good one Looks really like a great start Nicolas. I'm lookin forward what you are doing with such a nice helmet. Keep us updated.:thumbsup

 

[DownInFlames]

Thanks for your kind words.
This thing looks fantastic in person, the SL really is the center piece of the whole ensemble.
A great thumbsup to the guys that have been involved in this project.
One more pic posted.

 

[lambotour]

Very nice. I enjoy seeing someone attempt to raise the bar on their vader display. Keep it up.:thumbsup

 

[DownInFlames]

I would love a screen accurate, Prowse sized cape and robe set for it.
I also need screen accurate shin guards.
Could you please point me in the right direction?

Thanks.

 

[CSMacLaren]

Quite lovely!

 

[NAZGÛL]

I love the authentic look! The helmet is one of the best Ive seen!

 

[Dioxide]

great start with awesome parts of craftsmanship :thumbsup

 

[DarkCreations]

Your off to a great start! Quality display for sure, looking forward to seeing this progress.
Def one to be proud of.

~Jonny

 

[Too Much Garlic]

Honestly, good to see more of these being shown off.

What chest armor is that? Looks like a GH, but I've been fooled before. And do you plan on keeping it that way - pretty display armor he only wears on Sundays and at parades - or try to replicate the rough look of the screen worn armor?

 

[sskunky]

Wow,
That looks great!
I've gotta get my hands on one of those SL helmets.....Thomas......

What chest box is that? I'm looking for a good ANH one.

You should be proud of the beginnings of a great display!!!

 

[DownInFlames]

Hi guys,

I´ve been covered in work but it seems I´ll be able to work on him a bit more.
Wanted to ask you, regarding the pose, what do you think would look good?
Pics welcome.

Thanks for looking.

 

[DownInFlames]

Nothing?

 

[sskunky]

I'll have to check my screen grabs and get back to you.