Chris27989
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Every time I look at your thread I'm in awe Lewis..
Kudos this is one smart build even Chris Pratt would be proud of!
Kudos this is one smart build even Chris Pratt would be proud of!
Star Lord Build from scratch-ish...
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Staar Lord Maan
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I have no idea why I hadn't seen this until now...THANK you for the compliment!
Staar Lord Maan
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Okay, so...........face-plant.
Any suggestions?
Any suggestions?
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What did you use to make the mold? The color and opacity kind of looked like you were using silicone caulking. That could explain the lack of the shine on the casting, the caulking silicone won't pick up as nice of a surface to transfer. Also it's more likely to stick to whatever you're casting and pull out little bits and chunks of it if it's soft.
Staar Lord Maan
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Hey, thanks for the response, Zlurpo
Nope...it wasn't caulking silicone. I was using Dermasil body casting Silicone with a black pigment. I've since been educated regarding the joys of using a urethane material, instead because....surprise! Silicone doesn't take PAINT. (grrrr...friggin' Douglas & Sturges sales rep didn't tell me this the first time, so now I'm out fifty bucks) It's not like I won't use the remainder for making molds for greeblies and the like. Oh, I *did* use a spray-on releasing agent, ('something-or-other-200'), but I'm told that the first thing you make in a mold is usually a 'throw away, anyway. Here's a shot of the stuff I made the patch with...
Nope...it wasn't caulking silicone. I was using Dermasil body casting Silicone with a black pigment. I've since been educated regarding the joys of using a urethane material, instead because....surprise! Silicone doesn't take PAINT. (grrrr...friggin' Douglas & Sturges sales rep didn't tell me this the first time, so now I'm out fifty bucks) It's not like I won't use the remainder for making molds for greeblies and the like. Oh, I *did* use a spray-on releasing agent, ('something-or-other-200'), but I'm told that the first thing you make in a mold is usually a 'throw away, anyway. Here's a shot of the stuff I made the patch with...
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Staar Lord Maan
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Sorry for the delay - I used Tap Plastics 'Platinim Silicon' parts A & B
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Progress...
Here's the first peek...I just sewed the holster leather to the pants and while you can't tell by looking at it, they feel a ton better. Trimming the belt made it look less like a wrestling trophy and the gun mount is still weak; (could use a mechanical clip that holds it to my leg better) Lastly, the helmet needs more magnets, (6 more are en-route), to keep it secure on my head, but overall, this is the look...sans the blue shirt I'm working on tomorrow.
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Progress...
Here's the first peek...I just sewed the holster leather to the pants and while you can't tell by looking at it, they feel a ton better. Trimming the belt made it look less like a wrestling trophy and the gun mount is still weak; (could use a mechanical clip that holds it to my leg better) Lastly, the helmet needs more magnets, (6 more are en-route), to keep it secure on my head, but overall, this is the look...sans the blue shirt I'm working on tomorrow.
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BennyTheJet55
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OK, bringing this back from the dead.... So can someone please tell me where I can find some of these things? I'm having the hardest time finding the seal for the arm and the zipper.
Staar Lord Maan
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Ping me in a PM....
Staar Lord Maan
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Looking at getting the fake leather version of the Vol. 1 trench coat... Has anyone who is 5'10" tall purchased this one? If so, how's the length? I intend to make a pattern and replace all the panels with a leather skin I have over here... Also, planning to go CRAZY screen accurate from proper leathers, lining, hardware...all the way down to the blast marks on the rear panels which can be seen on the CRAZY detailed Hot Toys maquette. (Yes, I need psychological help) ...but I'll take tips, hints and suggestions, especially when it comes to ALL the hardware bits. I'll be putting more info in the comments, below and I look forward to your feedback. Thanks in advance
EBAY LINK:
Guardians of The Galaxy Star Lord Trench Coat[/h]
(The two Carabiners are a bitch to find...any help, here?)
EBAY LINK:
Guardians of The Galaxy Star Lord Trench Coat[/h]
(The two Carabiners are a bitch to find...any help, here?)
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MrSouthpaw
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If you need sizing info, BLJ will answer inquires....just takes a little while.
Staar Lord Maan
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by the way, I have a bunch of these I'm selling...tell your friends...
LINK: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KnowhereCraftCorps
LINK: https://www.etsy.com/shop/KnowhereCraftCorps
