scizor112's Spartan III WIP (First Project) [Uber Pic Heavy]

scizor112

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scizor112's Spartan III WIP (First Project) [Uber Pic Heavy]

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08-29-2011, 09:25 AM

Greetings all 405th Members! So I've been browsing this forum for the past few weeks drooling over everyone's spectacular work and I dare say it's time I start my own. I will be building my Spartan III from Halo: Reach. So, without further adieu, let me introduce Spartan Vlädimyhr V-637 (anyone who gets the reference in the Service Tag can have a cookie):

I had to Photoshop the grenade belt on the Vanity picture because for some reason it's not included with the Assault/Sapper Harness. -_-

Anyone interested can check out all the Reference Screenshots I took here.

Downloads
(All Pepakura files used for construction will be released here as I start work on the piece)

Armor:
Helmet: First layer of hardening applied with 15 minute Epoxy.
JFO Helmet by IroniumCostuming

Chest: Pepping.
Chest Piece by L3X BLU3R1V3R

Assasult/Sapper Chest & COD Attachment: Brainstorming.

Handplates: Pepped, ready for hardening.
Handplate by Ruze789

Forearms: Pepped, ready for hardening.
Forearm by Ruze789, Unfold by Ben Streeper

TACTICAL/Tacpad Forearm Attachment: Not yet started.

Biceps: Pepped, ready for hardening.
Bicep by ForgedReclaimer, Unfold by Brandon McClain

Commando Shoulder Pauldron: Pepped, ready for hardening.
Commando Shoulder Pauldron by carpathiavh99

Security Shoulder Pauldron: Pepping.
Security Shoulder Pauldron by L3X BLU3R1V3R

COD Piece: Sizing. Original is available for trade/sale.
COD Piece by RoadWarrior
Original: COD Piece by rundown, Unfold by Brandon McClain

Thighs: Not yet started.

Shins/Kneeguards: Not yet started.

Boots: Not yet started.

Gunneroos:
Rocket Launcher: Not yet started.

DMR: Not yet started.

WIP Pictures for Helmet
So I have to say this is an amazing pep file. I had to build two helmets here, the first was pretty crappy as far as construction goes and I could barely get my head in it, much less put it on with my glasses on *facepalm* because it was 244mm tall. That's the last time I listen to my sister for any advice on scaling. Please excuse the bad picture quality, I took these with my cellular device since my camera was dead.

Front:

Back:

More Progress:

Comparison of the Original vs. Enlarged:

Working More:

What I have so far
(I ran out of super glue last night)

So this is where I stand at the current moment. I plan on getting more super glue today after class and finishing up tonight. The right side is a little warped I know but most of it should come out when I put the left in, and if it doesn't then that's what Bondo is for. I'll upload more pictures either tonight or tomorrow of the finished Pep job and one of myself wearing it so you guys can get an idea of how big it is. That's all for now, let me know what you guys think so far!

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EMAW09

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08-29-2011, 01:20 PM

Before you cut out the visor check out Satchmo III's build. I didn't realize that there should have been a slight lip left. I also just used an adhesive foam piece for the ear section to make it stand out. Good luck.
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scizor112

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08-29-2011, 01:33 PM

Originally posted by EMAW09 View Post

Before you cut out the visor check out Satchmo III's build. I didn't realize that there should have been a slight lip left. I also just used an adhesive foam piece for the ear section to make it stand out. Good luck.

Thanks for the tip! I've been looking at Satchmo's stuff for a long time and it is a great reference tool. I like the adhesive foam idea, I'll probably use that method since I couldn't really think of any other way to make the ear piece. Ugh I wish class would hurry up and end! I've got that flame a burnin' to build.
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08-29-2011, 01:38 PM

Its looking good, can't wait to see it with some resin/bondo and sanded =D.
Sucks when you run out of super glue though =p, happened with me once haha.
Bet this turns out to be a stunner =].
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scizor112

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08-29-2011, 01:41 PM

I actually plan on hardening it tonight if I can finish getting it Pepped soon, I'll be picking up more super glue on my way home from class today. Too bad I don't have any resin at home, I'm considering using thin coats of epoxy on it since I have a ton of that at home from working on Model Rockets. What do you guys think? Thanks for the encouraging comments.
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08-29-2011, 01:56 PM

wow ! for a first project i can definately say that that is some neat gluein' They way you have started that, if you keep it up and dont rush it, you will have an awesome suit before you know it keep up tha good work and dont forget to keep updating for us
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scizor112

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08-29-2011, 03:40 PM

Thanks for the comment man! Like I said, I've been doing 4-H posters and Model Rockets for about 10 years now so I know how to glue. I just got home with a crapload of super glue so once I finish my homework I'm gonna finish the helmet. I've decided to harden at least the first layer with epoxy because it's what I have access to. Should be more pics tonight or tomorrow! I'll also be starting the COD Piece once I finish the helmet.

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08-29-2011, 07:48 PM

Very nice and clean work so far. I know the feeling of running out of glue :/ The comparison of the two made me laugh. You had to cram your head into that?
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scizor112

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08-29-2011, 07:52 PM

MOAR PICTURES!

I just finished Pepping the Helmet about an hour ago. The left side isn't as clean as the right because the super glue decided it was going to stick to my fingers instead of the tabs. Fortunately that had almost no effect on the shape. I didn't get to begin the hardening process today like I wanted to because after I ate dinner it was too dark outside and the epoxy stinks too much to do inside. Anyways, I hope you guys enjoy these pics of the finished Pep job and I will be hardening the helmet sometime in the next two days.

Front Left

Back Right

Back Detail (Needs a little shaping work on the left)

Top (Also needs a little shaping work)

Inside (If you can see numbers they are from another print, some deal with Pepakura not wanting to print lines smoothly and I didn't wanna waste the card stock)

Proof that Spartan III's listen to Metallica, even in 2552

Top-ish view of me wearing the Helmet

Side view of me wearing the Helmet

Final vs. Original (The teeny one)

I think I got the scaling right. What do you guys think?

Originally posted by HomemadeChair View Post

Very nice and clean work so far. I know the feeling of running out of glue :/ The comparison of the two made me laugh. You had to cram your head into that?

Thanks man. Yeah, it really sucked something awful, I had to bend it to even think of putting it on. The new one fits like a glove and should be just right with padding. I got a lot more super glue (like 30 tubes) so I should be set for a while.

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08-30-2011, 07:40 PM

I really hate to double post, but I have an update! I got to do the first layer of hardening on the outside of the Helmet today. I used a 1 inch paint brush to apply a thin coat to the entire outside of the Helmet. It came out with a few small runs and kind of uneven in places but it's only the first coat, and there's Bondo as well. The visor piece is messy, but I figured since I'm gonna cut it out anyway I shouldn't care what it looks like as much. You may notice that it looks uncovered in places; I ran out of epoxy part way through and had to open another batch which mixed differently as far as color is concerned. I will be glassing the inside with interfacing as soon as I get resin, as well as applying more hardening coats to the outside. Also, I finally got around to charging my camera so the photo quality should be much better. Enjoy the pics!

Front View

Left Side

Right Side (Lolspraypaint from working on a Model Rocket)

Top

Back Detail (Here you can see what I mean about the color difference)

Outside of the Bottom Rim

The cool thing about working with Epoxy is that it cures to the point that you can work with it a lot quicker than Fiberglass Resin. However, that's also a bit of a curse as it means you have to be really quick with applying your coat and have to really watch how much you mix. I definitely will not be doing this method again, nor do I recommend it to anyone.

In other news, I'm Pepping the COD Piece as I type this, so expect more pics soon! Let me know what you guys think, I really love hearing comments on my work!

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Toacrabman

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08-30-2011, 07:48 PM

Hooray for the JFO helmet finished.

Contrary to popular belief, the chest is the hardest part of the armor, so dont feel accomplished yet.
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scizor112

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08-30-2011, 07:51 PM

Woot! I'm really happy with how the Helmet is turning out.

Oh yeah, I figured either it or the Thighs would be the hardest. It's gonna be exceptionally difficult for me because I just have to choose the Assault/Sapper Chest Piece. I'm saving it for last because from what I've seen it will take all my effort. Fortunately I enjoy Pepping

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08-31-2011, 09:10 PM

Well instead of typing some mile long rant and to prove yet again that I have the maturity (and sense of humor) of a 5-year-old I'll let Dethklok do the introduction for this update. I've just finished Pepping this piece, it was really straightforward but any finished stage means an update.

So now that I've unleashed my profane sense of humor on you guys, please, enjoy the pictures!

Front

Back (Most of the skew here is from how I was holding it)

Right Side

Left Side

More Randomness

Sizing (Mirror shots are harder than they look)

So there's that much done. I've found a really good deal on Fiberglass Resin but unfortunately I won't be able to order any until mom gets paid in the next few weeks. I guess I'll just have to keep Pepping until then. Likely going to start the Biceps next. Let me know what you guys think, I'm always glad to hear feedback on my work.

EDIT: This is not the COD Piece I will be using. I will be using RoadWarrior's model as it has all the nice little details that pacify my OCD.

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08-31-2011, 11:45 PM

are you going to strap on a strap on? you would be the horniest spartan on the block.
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09-01-2011, 12:51 AM

Looking good so far.
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