vistaVision
Sr Member
Thanks for taking the time to do that Nachyo!
Anyone planning on picking up the Target Helmets and "improving" on them?
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Thanks for taking the time to do that Nachyo!
Here's a quick size comparison
Rubies Vader vs Rubies Ren
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NachyoChez
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Of course! Just glad I was able to help; that was literally the last ruler Target had in the store, so it almost didn't happen!!
I've started formulating how I want to approach the stormy helmet. Aside from a new paint job, there are definitely some structural things that need to happen as well.
The eyes DEFINITELY need to be replaced with some real lenses. Vacuu-formed bubble lenses would be ideal, but I could "stunt" this and go with a flat lens. Also, the hexagonal material over the mouth could probably be replaced; I feel like that would be much easier than trying to fill in the mouth holes and reproducing the hex shape. I wonder if there is some pre-existing material that would work for this. Any ideas?
There are some missing details around the temple that would need to be put in. Also, the cheek accents are missing some of the details. I would like to put those in. Bondoing the seams is also a no-brainer.
There are these little clippy-type greeblies that line the 2 halves of the helmet. As it stands, they are missing some details and don't span the seam; the greeblies would need to be altered or fabricated from scratch and then affixed to the helmet.
The interior, at the very least, would be fiberglassed. It might be cool to put fans, mics, etc. in but I'll cross that bridge when I get there.
I'm sure that there are some other things that I'm overlooking, but these are the main problems that I want to rectify. Questions, comments, concerns from the peanut gallery?
The eyes DEFINITELY need to be replaced with some real lenses. Vacuu-formed bubble lenses would be ideal, but I could "stunt" this and go with a flat lens. Also, the hexagonal material over the mouth could probably be replaced; I feel like that would be much easier than trying to fill in the mouth holes and reproducing the hex shape. I wonder if there is some pre-existing material that would work for this. Any ideas?
There are some missing details around the temple that would need to be put in. Also, the cheek accents are missing some of the details. I would like to put those in. Bondoing the seams is also a no-brainer.
There are these little clippy-type greeblies that line the 2 halves of the helmet. As it stands, they are missing some details and don't span the seam; the greeblies would need to be altered or fabricated from scratch and then affixed to the helmet.
The interior, at the very least, would be fiberglassed. It might be cool to put fans, mics, etc. in but I'll cross that bridge when I get there.
I'm sure that there are some other things that I'm overlooking, but these are the main problems that I want to rectify. Questions, comments, concerns from the peanut gallery?
riguitargod
New Member
After comparing mine with other photos, there's a couple other details that should probably be adjusted too:
The greeblies as well as the small black streak towards the bottom all should line up with the black area on the temple, rather than being set back on the back piece. Since the clips need more definition anyway, I figure they're probably best to be sanded off. The black strips shouldn't be too hard to fill in, but I'm not sure about cutting them out of the front piece?
The thin line that runs above the lenses and down to the back of the helmet also appears much deeper. Not sure if maybe just some darker paint in the line would make it look good?
I have no clue what to do with the lenses... If you anyone figured out a run on replacement lenses, I could get in on that.
The greeblies as well as the small black streak towards the bottom all should line up with the black area on the temple, rather than being set back on the back piece. Since the clips need more definition anyway, I figure they're probably best to be sanded off. The black strips shouldn't be too hard to fill in, but I'm not sure about cutting them out of the front piece?
The thin line that runs above the lenses and down to the back of the helmet also appears much deeper. Not sure if maybe just some darker paint in the line would make it look good?
I have no clue what to do with the lenses... If you anyone figured out a run on replacement lenses, I could get in on that.
Mr Mold Maker
Master Member
My plan was to glass the helmet, then go in with magic sculpt to fill the holes in the grill. (And the seam obviously.)
The vents on the side look like they could be deeper.
As for the grill, I figure if I have a hex about the size I can just press it in the magic sculpt and fake the look. If you find a material that may work better, I'd definitely be interested.
Lenses are definitely being vacuum formed by myself. Shouldn't be hard at all to work up a quick buck once I have the helmet in hand.
As for the clips, I honestly may just remove them and leave them off. It may not be "accurate" but it would look a lot prettier. I guess I'm going for an idealized helmet.
The vents on the side look like they could be deeper.
As for the grill, I figure if I have a hex about the size I can just press it in the magic sculpt and fake the look. If you find a material that may work better, I'd definitely be interested.
Lenses are definitely being vacuum formed by myself. Shouldn't be hard at all to work up a quick buck once I have the helmet in hand.
As for the clips, I honestly may just remove them and leave them off. It may not be "accurate" but it would look a lot prettier. I guess I'm going for an idealized helmet.
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Prototypical
Active Member
My first thought when I saw the First Order Trooper bucket, was "If it fit my melon" it would be a good basis for a joke helm.
Yes, doing a full Duck Trooper. :lol
Complete with Orange "Bill" and Sailor Hat.
Of course after I filled the seam, re-painted it in a less bright white, and maybe replacing the lenses.
Yes, doing a full Duck Trooper. :lol
Complete with Orange "Bill" and Sailor Hat.
Of course after I filled the seam, re-painted it in a less bright white, and maybe replacing the lenses.
I need to pick up a Kylo Ren helmet so I have something until they release a better looking version, Anovos or whoever.
Mr Mold Maker
Master Member
Just a heads up, shipping has begun if you ordered on Target's website. Check your emails for tracking info!
Lord Magneto
Sr Member
Nice suggestion guys. I'm reviewing some helmet photos to see what else.
For or the little helmet greebles things I've started modeling them and might attempt 3D printing them. Going to see what I can do over the next day or so. If that doesn't work well Im just going to sculpt them.
For or the little helmet greebles things I've started modeling them and might attempt 3D printing them. Going to see what I can do over the next day or so. If that doesn't work well Im just going to sculpt them.
Anyone planning on picking up the Target Helmets and "improving" on them?
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As you can see, it's HUGE!!!
Vaders helmet width
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Just a 2 inches shorter
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As you can see, it's HUGE!!!
Vaders helmet width
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Just a 2 inches shorter
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justinbauler
Well-Known Member
have the target and the spirit halloween costume website helmets been confirmed as the same helmets?
Jodo
Master Member
I got my helmets last night...I'm definitely going to stylize the Stormtrooper, remove the upper lid details, and modify the black grin on the sides. Someone had some edited pictures a few months back, which looked really good, so I'll be using those as reference to create my own version.
What do you mean by "upper lid details"?
darthvader073
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