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On a different note Alberto, you know the belt loop shouldn't be there right?

yep... it was removed

As the current Deployment Officer, and the person who wrote the ANH costume configuration post. I thought I'd best weigh in here, even though I'm a little late - Deployment Officer duties keep me extremely busy.
 
When I originally drew up the list of Officer configurations I used a number of additional sources to fill the gaps where the details weren't seen in the film. There were references which showed Praji with gloves, holster and blaster, but not from canon sources. After someone questioned how do we know if he a blaster when we couldn't see it on screen, I changed these details to be optional.
 
This is where the confusion has arisen, once they were listed as 'mandatory', now they are listed as 'optional'. Basically, at Imperator level we are looking for you to produce as an accurate and authentic costume as you can. We also love people who discover details we have never noticed, and we really like people who put the time in and research the uniform, and understand the subtle nuances.

As the current Deployment Officer, and the person who wrote the ANH costume configuration post. I thought I'd best weigh in here, even though I'm a little late - Deployment Officer duties keep me extremely busy.
 
When I originally drew up the list of Officer configurations I used a number of additional sources to fill the gaps where the details weren't seen in the film. There were references which showed Praji with gloves, holster and blaster, but not from canon sources. After someone questioned how do we know if he a blaster when we couldn't see it on screen, I changed these details to be optional.
 
This is where the confusion has arisen, once they were listed as 'mandatory', now they are listed as 'optional'. Basically, at Imperator level we are looking for you to produce as an accurate and authentic costume as you can. We also love people who discover details we have never noticed, and we really like people who put the time in and research the uniform, and understand the subtle nuances.

As the current Deployment Officer, and the person who wrote the ANH costume configuration post. I thought I'd best weigh in here, even though I'm a little late - Deployment Officer duties keep me extremely busy.
 
When I originally drew up the list of Officer configurations I used a number of additional sources to fill the gaps where the details weren't seen in the film. There were references which showed Praji with gloves, holster and blaster, but not from canon sources. After someone questioned how do we know if he a blaster when we couldn't see it on screen, I changed these details to be optional.
 
This is where the confusion has arisen, once they were listed as 'mandatory', now they are listed as 'optional'. Basically, at Imperator level we are looking for you to produce as an accurate and authentic costume as you can. We also love people who discover details we have never noticed, and we really like people who put the time in and research the uniform, and understand the subtle nuances.

Nice pic

Previously we have been lenient (right or wrong) with the top stitching, due to the fact the majority suppliers now offer a uniform without top stitching we are now strictly impose the CRL requirement:


 
On a personal basis I would also prefer Imperator level ANH Staff Officers to have the 'Fahrenheit 451' style jacket, at the moment this is a request and not a requirement.
 
Unfortunately, I will have to reject this request, apologies,
Phil

Can you only ensure your costume is pressed and is shown in the best possible way.
 
If you haven't read this already, it may help:
Good luck

Rene,
Thanks for your submission, can you please provide some side and back photos. Then further photographs to highlight the key points raised at level 2 of the CRL.
 
http://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:ID_imperial_officer
 
Can you also ensure your photo's include your latest uniform configuration, if you have a new hat that will need to be worn in the photographs.
Thanks,
Phil.

Maybe the gap could be even a little shorter, the rank bar starts about an inch off the centre and just overlaps the panel seem. You also have to take into account your chest size may differ to the actors - so even if you do get the measurements spot on - it may not look right.
 
Good luck though, despite me sounding a 'little' harsh (I am grumpy) I like the fact you're questioning things. Keep at it

The thing is without the central seam, the jacket would look like a sack of crap. I imagine that's why it's there.

If that is the case, then it should be on the Tarkin CRL only, as if it's not visible, why do we require it on other costumes?  Answer = we shouldn't.  I'd love to see this removed as well.

I was discussing the officer uniform on another forum - when Peter Briggs a screenplay writer who's currently developing Panzer 88 with Gary Kurtz made this comment:
"I remember that John Mollo told me that his intent with the "Black Officers" was to make them Vader's personal troops…they were Vader's very own "SS". I was surprised at that, as I always assumed they were simply a standard Imperial rank. Likewise, John told me that the white/cream uniformed guy in the Death Star conference was modeled after Goering, and he was meant to be a sort of Air Field Marshall of the Imperial Fleet. John took his job very seriously. I think it showed!"
I couldn't think where to put it, but I thought it was worth sharing, for those who hadn't heard it.

Request acknowledged

I was discussing the officer uniform on another forum - when Peter Briggs a screenplay writer who's currently developing Panzer 88 with Gary Kurtz made this comment:
"I remember that John Mollo told me that his intent with the "Black Officers" was to make them Vader's personal troops…they were Vader's very own "SS". I was surprised at that, as I always assumed they were simply a standard Imperial rank. Likewise, John told me that the white/cream uniformed guy in the Death Star conference was modeled after Goering, and he was meant to be a sort of Air Field Marshall of the Imperial Fleet. John took his job very seriously. I think it showed!"
I couldn't think where to put it, but I thought it was worth sharing, for those who hadn't heard it.

I've wanted to write a CRL for ages, but Garrison and IOC duties have meant I just haven't the time
I've seen 5+ in the UKG, 1 Russian Outpost and 1 Polish Garrison (I believe). Some people like to push the accuracy

Been there, done that
 

OK, great - thank you for the feedback!
 
It might take a little more time than I would like to get the new components tracked down as this is a crazy busy time of year for me, but I will certainly see to it. An upgraded pair of gloves has been ordered while I start experimenting with darkening the leather holster. Please stand by!

Usually this doesn't constitute a reference as it maybe a pre-production still. I'm pleased it's Rogue One, I've spent hours looking at Naval Troopers in RotJ and I hadn't seen it
 
Personally I'd say hold off till mid next month as the DVD will be out and we can get proper reference.

When I was a costume mentor for the Garrison, I tried to encourage people to get the best out of them. At the end of the day different people get different things out of the hobby and different Garrison have different priorities. For me the levels allow for that.

Unfortunate but not all GML's only look at basic requirements we do look at the whole CRL and do encourage members to reach for the higher levels.

http://databank.501st.com/databank/Costuming:ID_imperial_officer_black
 

I can't recall seeing great coats in the expanded universe. I've read most of the Dark Horse comics, and can't remember seeing any.
 
I'd say wait for EP7 and go with General Hux.
 

It's important to remember it's still a great uniform, and the cap is a great addition.
 
Yes it's CE, I spread payments over a 6 month period, it's part of my AT-AT Commander upgrade. Just need new boots.

I have him as a friend on Facebook, I believe he's on holiday at the moment. A break in this hobby how dare he? Remember most of the props vendors are doing this in the spare time, patience.