Firefly - Mal Reynolds

I was watching Serenity today and I am pretty sure that the base material for Mal's suspender's might be some kind of automotive serpentine belt. Like a timing belt or soemthing similar. Possibly from a smaller type on engine.
 
Originally posted by defyitall@Feb 15 2006, 03:02 PM
I was watching Serenity today and I am pretty sure that the base material for Mal's suspender's might be some kind of automotive serpentine belt.  Like a timing belt or soemthing similar.  Possibly from a smaller type on engine.
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They're not timing belts. They're some kind of thin rubber material. It's used on a few of the costumes including some Reavers and Wash's vest. Mal's susenders also have some thick ribbed elastic on them as well.
 
It arrived this morning. Certainly is very very large and extremely long, so I'm going to take it to my seamstress in about half an hour and have her take all my measurments and pin it all in place while I'm wearing it to ensure I get it perfect. Will get her to attach my custom buckles while she's at it.
For me the over-seas shipping costs to get it altered at Spacecity doesnt seem worth it.
Certainly is a very nice coat though, wonderfully made.

Originally posted by TimDrakeRobin@Feb 15 2006, 10:26 PM
Guardian have you gotten yours yet?

She is just gonna have me send it back and she will alter it.
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Well, after seeing how good your Mal is Chris, I may have to switch gears :cry

However, I did find a cheap pair of "Smuggler" boots.(see link) I bought black for my Solo costume, but I was hoping they would be close enough to double as Mal.
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Military Riding Cavalry Renaissance Jedi
 
I was thinking the same thing about the timing belts. I have one from my car that was replaced and every time I saw mals suspenders from the backside I saw suspender parts that resembled that belt. Its weird that we thought the exact same thing. Its awfully close.
 
Hey guys. Here's what I was able to throw together to wear to Serenity opening night.
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I'm really glad you guys are interested in this costume now, cause I want to upgrade my suspenders (and gun, but that's another thread). The ones I have right now aren't accurate to anything. Also, if anyone has a source for the buckles I'd be interested.
 
Not bad looking. But for that price it would have to be exact. They're missing the three "ribs" on the outside of the boot. Also, the leather is the wrong finish.
 
Yeah, I was quietly disappointed in that too. Maybe if they do Serenity boots, those will be closer.

Still I might shell out for it anyway.
 
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and the soles are way off :cry
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There is no way for the company to recreate the sole from the boot on the show because it was a dress shoe that was used as the base. These are not the final product cause I have not given the OK, just a first try at the boot. I know because I commissioned them to make these boots, and gave them a ton of info on them. I spoke with a few ppl about this and we all agreed that the sole wasnt possible so we would take some liberty on that end. The ribbs should be there so I will talk to them about that, and I think a darker leather would be a bit better too.
 
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and the soles are way off :cry
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There is no way for the company to recreate the sole from the boot on the show because it was a dress shoe that was used as the base. These are not the final product cause I have not given the OK, just a first try at the boot. I know because I commissioned them to make these boots, and gave them a ton of info on them. I spoke with a few ppl about this and we all agreed that the sole wasnt possible so we would take some liberty on that end. The ribbs should be there so I will talk to them about that, and I think a darker leather would be a bit better too.
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I don't run a big dollar shoe/boot making business, but I would think they could get a hold of different soles :confused

At least they should have a lower heel, and on their site I like other soles better.
Batman BATM2 soles
Power Ranger soles
Tatooine boots (in black)
Superman boots (in black)
 
Jim said that all you have to do is request whatever sole you want upon ordering the boots.
So if you want a more accurate boot, I say go for these the price will be $260 until July first then i
t will go back to the original price. That is the best I can swing for now. I know im getting a pair lol.
Now all i need is the pants ans Suspenders. :p
 
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