Just waiting in on my M1 helmet to come in later today. If I can get all my supplies I should be able to finish it up today
Just waiting in on my M1 helmet to come in later today. If I can get all my supplies I should be able to finish it up today
Helmet received. Only things I need are the rubber helmet band, cam for helmet strap, and an accurate color of the helmets shield hahah
TheMechanic
Sr Member
(SOLD) Selling my set up, still needs some finishing work but it's up for grabs in the Junkyard.
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Mara Jade's Father
Master Member
Those are the only two close ups I have.
And done...kind of
Still need better helmet bands, more weathering and better death sticks. Also, I like the red stripe on the deathstick box. Even though it's not accurate to the poster helmet, Ima add it anyways.
comments and suggestions welcome
** I did noticed the ring in the shield was suppose to be on the bottom hole, not the top. I fixed that and will update pictures after weathering and such**
Still need better helmet bands, more weathering and better death sticks. Also, I like the red stripe on the deathstick box. Even though it's not accurate to the poster helmet, Ima add it anyways.
comments and suggestions welcome
** I did noticed the ring in the shield was suppose to be on the bottom hole, not the top. I fixed that and will update pictures after weathering and such**
Mara Jade's Father
Master Member
I tried the logo but my stencil sucked because the edges bled. It was pretty small. I think I figured it to be 1-1.25 inches high. can't quite remember just knew it was small.
i toned down the pertol with a lot of dark washes or gray, black brown to tone it down along with a matte craft sealer.
Has there been a "group choice" of black bands for the helmet?
i keep looking at mine and they aren't cutting it:unsure
i keep looking at mine and they aren't cutting it:unsure
I've been wondering the same thing. I haven't been able to find any that work
TK1625
Well-Known Member
I've decided to try these; and yes, they do come in black 
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B...bber+bands&dpPl=1&dpID=418ZhgJhaNL&ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00B...bber+bands&dpPl=1&dpID=418ZhgJhaNL&ref=plSrch
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Firefighter...olors-Tee-Light-/282126601018?var=&hash=item0
I use these. They are currently out of black. They are narrow enough and have great grip. I use two just as some have them in the movies.
Happy Hunting!
I use these. They are currently out of black. They are narrow enough and have great grip. I use two just as some have them in the movies.
Happy Hunting!
Nothing new on the helmet but the red strip on the box. Here's some better quality pics
Chris23
Active Member
I have ordered those now. Had some others beforehand but I am still not happy. Have have now ordered so many differend tubber bands.... but noting is like the one in the movies.
https://www.militarytour.com/german-rubber-helmet-band.html
but I am also not happy with it.
https://www.militarytour.com/german-rubber-helmet-band.html
but I am also not happy with it.
Chris23
Active Member
I love the color and the weathering of the blast shield. I think its very close to what they have used. What color did you use?
Chris23
Active Member
I am still working on this "radio device", trying to get as close as possible, but by far not satisfied.. What did you guys use?
canister
Well-Known Member
A few people have asked about a better torch, Im just printing out a test torch that will have a wire channel to hold the torch like the actual prop and one up from the prop I have got a cheap torch that I can slide inside the body so it will work. I have hidden the button on the 45deg low side against the fabric. Im aboutto print and test it now.
Any comments for improvement are welcome. I have noticed that some of the props have 10 ribs and others have 13. I stuck with 13. .
Any comments for improvement are welcome. I have noticed that some of the props have 10 ribs and others have 13. I stuck with 13. .
Hey Chris23 for the blast shield color I used Model Master enamel in 'Blue Angel Blue' as a base. Although you could skip this part cause I thought this was the correct color but it was much too vibrant.
with that as my base I went over with some Rusto Satin Navy. Lastly, while using a wide brush I quickly painted the entire helmet with watered down black acrylic and the even more quickly wipe it all off. After about 2-3 coats the navy was pretty drowned out.
I like the color because in some of the screen shots the blast shield looks a navish color, other times it looks black. This color scheme kinda of replicates that look.
with that as my base I went over with some Rusto Satin Navy. Lastly, while using a wide brush I quickly painted the entire helmet with watered down black acrylic and the even more quickly wipe it all off. After about 2-3 coats the navy was pretty drowned out.
I like the color because in some of the screen shots the blast shield looks a navish color, other times it looks black. This color scheme kinda of replicates that look.
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