Easy Pep helmet to make?
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Halo Master
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The JFO from Reach is a very easy helmet to make. Good luck!
Master Builder
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Do the helmets all have to be the same?
I think in the long run you will find that you would rather have a more complex pep then a simple one. Of Course they take a lot more time to build but they hold a lot more detail and save a lot in the bondoing process, that is if their smooth.
I think in the long run you will find that you would rather have a more complex pep then a simple one. Of Course they take a lot more time to build but they hold a lot more detail and save a lot in the bondoing process, that is if their smooth.
Yes they do have to be the same. I to rather have detailed helmets but I have 2 weeks. Unless I found free casting supplies then I would do a detailed helmet.
Just out of curiosity, how many helmets can you cast out of a 1 Gallon kit?
Halo Master
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I dont know exactly since ive never casted anything. I would guess maybe 8-10. Just a guess though.
elusch99
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Halo 3 Recon is also really easy to make, and it is also pretty iconic.
http://www.4shared.com/file/hippJk_s/Recon__Smooth_Recon_Helmet_V2_.html
http://www.4shared.com/file/hippJk_s/Recon__Smooth_Recon_Helmet_V2_.html
Do you know if there is a Halo Reach Recon File anywhere? That's the only Halo Reach pep file I haven't seen.
Halo Master
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I didnt see a reach recon file. But im pretty sure the reach recon is almost the same as the H3 recon
Ghost Bear 027
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I one gallon kit may get you 6, but they might not bee too tough. Depends on a few factors, the quality of the mold being one, and experience being a big other one. There are a few more that I can't think of off hand, but experience goes a long way. You'll know where to reinforce it to keep the casts strong. I typically get a good 4 or 5 out of a gallon.
elusch99
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I'm pretty sure there isn't one, but reach is almost the same as 3, as halomaster said.
Kaya Tetsu
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I'm pretty sure there is a reach version somewhere, but I can't seem to find it now that I'm looking. I swear I had one, but it may have been h3.
11 Helmets in two weeks in pep, that's a lot of work. I believe if you make a mold you can cast in Rondo (Resin+Bondo slurry), I think I saw Sean Bradley or someone do it back in the day. Could be wrong, but it might be something to look into. Somewhere there is (or should to be) some talk about using the silicone caulk from the hardware store to make molds, but I don't think it worked very well. Again, its been a long time, I could be remembering wrong.
11 Helmets in two weeks in pep, that's a lot of work. I believe if you make a mold you can cast in Rondo (Resin+Bondo slurry), I think I saw Sean Bradley or someone do it back in the day. Could be wrong, but it might be something to look into. Somewhere there is (or should to be) some talk about using the silicone caulk from the hardware store to make molds, but I don't think it worked very well. Again, its been a long time, I could be remembering wrong.
Demogorgon
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http://www.4shared.com/folder/C1h6WPBx/Recon.html?detailView=true&sortAsc=true&sortsMode=NAME
Halo Reach Recon Helm and attachments
Halo Reach Recon Helm and attachments
I too thought of casting Rondo. But someone told me it would be to brittle. As for caulk silicone molds. It works pretty well. You just need to give the cast a light sand when it comes out.
Kaya Tetsu
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Not sure about hot brittle it would be. Could probably fix that by adjusting the ratios? Dunno.
If your gonna do anything molding/casting the go to reference is The Prop Builder's Molding and Casting Handbook (ISBN:1558701281).
It can be found on amazon (Here), 10 bucks for digital or 18 with prime shipping for the paperback.
If your gonna do anything molding/casting the go to reference is The Prop Builder's Molding and Casting Handbook (ISBN:1558701281).
It can be found on amazon (Here), 10 bucks for digital or 18 with prime shipping for the paperback.
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