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4 hours ago, Coux92 said:
How would I go about contacting Jim to see how much his would be and if he could make it to 501sr specs including correct collar?
I believe he's on Facebook (www.facebook.com/jim.tripon) and Instagram (jimmiroquai), as his main contact points. He doesn't have a website or an Etsy shop or anything like that.
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32 minutes ago, Tonydragon said:
Keep Trooping (previously Imperial boots) are also worth looking at.
Not to go off topic, but what are the issues with Jim's?
I think KeepTrooping only sells a three costume set, and don't do individual parts, which would make it pretty expensive for someone looking to keep costs to a bare minimum. But yes, they DO make them (I actually intended to mention them briefly as well, so thanks for the reminder).
For Jim's costumes, the biggest single issue is the collar, which is just too tall. Two inches is the MAX permitted under the CRL, and not appropriate for most. And a number of actually shipped costumes have measured OVER 2", which is even worse. (and outside of CRL compliance... and those are not easy to fix after the fact)
I have some other nits to pick, but I don't want to *over* bash his uniforms, which overall are quite decent, especially for the money (and custom sizing!), but the collar thing is really annoying because it's instantly spottable in every photo.
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I was surprised to see that you're right, none of the usual Cosplay shops seem to offer them in white anymore. There are a few Halloween-grade ones (none of which have remotely approvable construction) but nothing to the level of the CosplaySky-esque versions.
Unfortunately (or fortunately?) your least expensive option may be WampaWear, at this point (which is MUCH higher quality than CosplaySky-level tunics), or you could also look at Jim Tripon's Andor versions, although they have some issues of their own. Jim's have the advantage of being custom made to your size, which is a serious benefit for many (especially the ladies, since WampaWear has not yet finalized their female costumes). (I'd recommend asking for a shorter neck, for Jim's)
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2 hours ago, BLACKFOX said:
How’s the build going with the case? I was thinking of tracking one down, but I can’t seem to find the aluminum version that you found.
I however have found a couple of the black version, but the size seems larger then what’s in the CRL. Do you know if that’s the correct size?
The Rimowa cases were made in a number of colors, styles, and sizes over the years (and still today). The specific model they used on the show is the silver one I posted a photo up above, but in black... I'm honestly not 100% certain whether they painted a silver one black, or if there is a black model of that same case. That one model is easily spotted due to the unique wide aluminum strip on the sides with the side locks. I would be surprised if they didn't manufacture them in black, since that's a common color across their product line, but it's possible that model was only aluminum. (In which case the one they used on the show was painted, too... that just seems unlikely they would bother, instead of just getting a black one in the first place)
The black one that I purchased (also pictured above) is a little larger than the silver one, but not massively so. Certainly close enough for approval, and far closer to the original than the cheap AliExpress ones I've seen people modifying as "close enough" cases. (Also bear in mind, I'm 6'3" tall, so the larger scale works better for me than it would for someone the size of Denise Gough (the actress who plays Meero.)
Silver case dimensions (taken from eBay auction listings, so take them with a grain of salt!): Either 38cm×25cm×9.5cm or possibly 35cm x 27cm x 9.5cm (Again, different listings showing the same case seem to list different dimensions sometimes, so I'm more than a little suspicious)
My black Rimowa case dimensions: 46cm x 37cm x 12cm
Interestingly, in several of those "crowd" scenes outside the ISB building, such as the opening scene where we actually see Meero carrying the briefcase, there are several other officers carrying briefcases, too, but they're all different from Meero's. Unless they have a pile of that very unique vintage briefcase, I'm not so sure this going to be a standard ISB piece of kit, and may well end up being unique to Meero's character.
That said, they DO like Rimowa luggage, it seems, so it's entirely possible we'll see more. Syril Karn was carrying a larger piece of Rimowa luggage when he was heading to his mother's apartment. (All aluminum, too)
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Little travel tripods that specifically work with cell phones can be found on Amazon for like $5, and they make a HUGE difference in how your photos come out, if you're trying to take photos alone. The timer is definitely your friend. Just set up a chair and pile boxes, books, etc., on top, or use a small ladder, even, to get the phone to the right height. (If you don't have a tripod, else, duh, use that!)
Number one recommendation is to shoot things outside during the day, so there's lots of natural light. (note: not necessarily high noon, which produces harsh black shadows) The end of a hallway lit by one lamp is a terrible place to shoot. Even low end cell phones these days can take semi-decent pictures, if you give them enough light. Trying to shoot indoors under mediocre artificial light guarantees bad photos that will annoy your GML and just cause delays, since they'll have to ask you for better pictures so they can actually see detail anyway.
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They're polyester the thread used for the cavarly twill weave is REALLY fine... if you try to iron it yourself, be SUPER careful and use a very low setting, so you don't melt anything.
Personally, I stick with a steamer. You can get them extremely inexpensively on Amazon. I think the little travel steamer I use, which doesn't take up much space at home, was maybe $20? (although maybe a little more now, between time passing and inflation, but still quite affordable and super handy to have available)
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38 minutes ago, CarsonDyle said:
Thanks for your feedback. A member on FB suggested something similar. I purchased a yard of med/heavy canvas interfacing based on his recommendation. Now, I'm hoping to find someone with experience creating/ altering these types of caps to help implement the required fixes (unfortunately, I do not sew).
Any shop that does minor tailoring (most dry cleaners?) should be able to flip the hat inside out, remove the liner, add the interfacing, and put the liner back, pretty easily.
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You'd need to remove the liner to do it right, but maybe some iron-on interfacing? That's a common approach to stiffening the jodphur flares, might work on the hat, too, and easily reversible.
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On 6/14/2023 at 5:33 PM, SnazzyGent said:
Could anyone check out my gloves to see if they are appropriate length.
CRL states wrist length.
I think I am good, but just want to make sure.
Thanks.
You didn't specify which costume, but those look like the correct gloves for most of the non-saga costumes.
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There have been a few threads about them here over the years. A search for "swagger sticks" should turn them up. I think CabbageFarmer sold his here at one point, but that was a long time ago. Mine is one of his, I believe, but I don't know if he still makes them.
Every one makes a different variation, since there's no true canon Imperial option for these (outside of the First Order guy, General Pryde).
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On 6/10/2023 at 9:59 AM, TK41434 said:
The boots that are used in the movies/series are sometimes the German Knobelbecher boots.
Knobelbecher boots gained notoriety during World War II and were worn by German infantry.
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The German Jack boots are used by Bridge Crew and others, but not the Officers. None of that information is relevant to the question asked in this thread. The OP is looking for Officer boots, not Knobelbechers.
To answer the question:
Hessen boots are fantastic with a great price, but they have very limited sizes in stock right now. They do offer a custom option, but I've heard mixed reports on their ability to get the sizing correct... and reports of very bad customer service if they get it wrong.
CrowProps is a good option (for the money) for people who have unusually size feet (or legs), as they are full custom.
Next level up from there is probably Mux Leather... they're more expensive, but outstanding quality, and full custom.
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5 hours ago, Ketchup said:
I need the caf cup! Having the major local con coming up in two weeks, and this will be perfect to stay hydrated. Need to find out where the strips to cover the logo come from…
Any local automotive shop will probably carry the auto trim, if you don't want to buy a whole bag from Amazon.
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I have no doubt there are hundreds of skilled tailors in the world who could do as well or better than Clothears. But those are custom commissions from individuals, and they'll need to figure out and draft their own patterns, hope they get all the details right, etc.
For well-known companies that formally sell the uniforms, there is no better than Clothears.
And yes, it's an easy approval. As long as it fits you correctly and all the accessories are correct, beyond the sewn cloth parts.
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On 6/11/2023 at 10:04 PM, TK41434 said:
Unfortunately the pebbled leather used in that first link (ASMC) isn't what we're looking for. The second link doesn't go to the boots you intended... I think you meant this: https://www.raeer.com/shopexd.asp?id=23934
Again, though, these recreations also appear to use pebbled leather, not the smooth leather used on the originals in the movies.
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Gah! $100 is more than I'm willing to part with for one.
The cruises sound fun, but my wife gets seasick if she just looks at a boat (and believe me we've tried all the drugs), so such activities are not likely ever in my future...
I have friends who do a lot of Disney cruises, though... I may need to reach out to some of them. Meanwhile, if you take another cruise, let me know?
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Hat box, and/or a foam mannequin head, so they don't get wrinkley?
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On 5/26/2023 at 7:41 AM, crow62 said:
Giovanni here, we are using gabardine same used in the OT tie flightsuit now not twill as the beginning
I'd love to see some current photos!
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Those same goblets were all over Solo, as well, on Dryden Vos' yacht. I definitely want to get some of those! With the cruise wrapping up operations, I sure hope they sell them elsewhere. That said... they definitely should be silver. Still, beggars can't be choosers, so until there's another source...
I'm also dying to get the taller champagne flutes they used, but have yet to find a good source for them, either.
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There are very minor differences in the pattern used... subtle difference in the lines. But the basic construction between the two is identical, and the same uniform can be used for both OT and Non-Saga costumes, simply by changing the accessories. Buy two sets of accessories and you can have both costumes approved.
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On 5/26/2023 at 6:37 PM, PiotrRasputin said:
Well, got the replacements. They are pretty much the same, as the ones I have already, just not stretched out.
Think I'm just going to return them since I already have a broken-in pair. I'll probably just invest in a boot stretcher to keep at home.
Do you mean they're the same size base (sole), and your stretched 12s are actually bigger??
If new 13s are the same size as your stretched 12s, that means you can stretch the 13s to get a larger boot. Yes, you'll need to break them in again, but in my experience they break in pretty quickly... the leather on Hessen boots is good quality and suffices for our needs 100% and then some, but it's not nearly as beefy as serious legit riding boots. (designed to defend your legs from getting hit by tree branches and such and offer actual meaningful protection like armor) Real riding boots are notorious for taking ages to break in properly.
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Sounds good. Let us know how it works out for you!
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It definitely looks "lighter" in that photo, but it's hard to tell the intent, and all colors on Aldani are incredibly suspect because of the intense color grading. I wish we had seen his poncho indoors under regular lighting. Take a look at those gloves, which we know are solid black leather and NOT gray, and realize there's not nearly as much difference as you would think, between the glove black and the poncho color.
All that said, I don't think the intent was to give "gray" ponchos to the green-suited officers and black ones to the black-suited officers. If anything, Lt. Gorn's may just be incredibly faded/weathered, compared to the newer ones seen on the Ferrix officers. (And recall just how long he had been stationed there, so that poncho could have been quite old, relatively speaking, and heavily used) This is especially true considering most denim twills and duck cloth tends to be heavy on the cotton content, and does not hold black dyes as true black for very long. (Take a look at every piece of black cotton you own that's been washed 50 times, and then bring it into harsh lighting conditions)
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