Phox's Hd Mark Vi Wip. From Cardboard To... Well Not Cardboard

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Finished / HD Left/Right Handplate : page 2

Started pepping/ Codpiece : Page 2







Hey 405th. My names Phox... no really it's Phox :D and I am a new member of the WONDERFUL 405th community. Recently, after many weeks of preparation and material hunting, I am finally ready to embark on my journey of awesomeness. I am currently working on a HD Mark VI suit that WILL be done by 8/31/10 for the release of Halo: Reach! (OMG ITS GONNA BE INSANE). Unfortunately, like many members here (yes, I’ve been creeping on threads for a while) I don't have any high tech tools to make my armor look orgasmic :( . I do however have a bunch of cardstock, a medium tech printer, some scissors, lots of super glue, resin, fiberglass… yeah you get it :D . Well I hope I can entertain you guys with my obvious failures and hopefully successes to come; and I hope to become an active member of the 405th community!



Here’s the first pic. (changed to show my current status [look in the topic for more detailed pics] :D )




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Hey, it's a start! Good luck with your build!



I always found the HD handplates to be quite annoying.
 
Welcome! Lookin' good so far!



Just a suggestion, you should look around and see if you can pick up a decent sized, maybe 10x14ish inch, cutting board and an exacto blade. It shouldnt be that expensive, maybe 20 bucks total, and I think it is much easier. You should be able to get it at Staples, or any crafting stores really.



Good Luck!

-Apoc
 
Frozensnot said:
Hey, it's a start! Good luck with your build!



I always found the HD handplates to be quite annoying.



ya they are... no doubt about that. Some folds seem inhuman at best. :p





Jason02 said:
Looking forward to seeing some updates, keep working at it.



Thanks man. More updates comming tomorow! Check back!



TheHow7zer said:
maybe my name is phox too. you and I are in the same situation(tech-wise). good luck!



Ahh a fellow tech junkie! (I sent you a pm)



Apocalypse said:
Welcome! Lookin' good so far!



Just a suggestion, you should look around and see if you can pick up a decent sized, maybe 10x14ish inch, cutting board and an exacto blade. It shouldnt be that expensive, maybe 20 bucks total, and I think it is much easier. You should be able to get it at Staples, or any crafting stores really.



Good Luck!

-Apoc



Thanks.. I actually have an x-Acto blade. There is no way in hell i could've cut out some of those pieces without them; and in regard to a cutting board, my table is marble and doesnt scratch so for now that'll have to do :D Thanks for your suggestions though!
 
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Here's the first update of today :)



I cranked out a test piece, resined, and fiberglassed it. (How's it look? Too big/Small?)​



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Hey guys/gals I finished peppin my HD left Handplate... tell me what you think!



I have since fixed the small warp... it bothered me

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Up next: Size test for Codpiece! Check back tonight, ill post an update!
 
TheHow7zer said:
Nice work Phox! Pretty awesome.





InSaNiTy 65 said:
Yo phox this one is looking nice!!!! my noble 6 hlemet is coming along rly well i might post that up later



Thanks guys! It really means a lot!



1 shot 1 kill said:
nice hand plate you going to mold and cast it or just pep another?



Unfourtunately i am inexperienced in casting... so it will have to be the old fashon way. And besides, the left and right handplates have minor differences.





p.s. Almost done my test codpiece
 
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As promissed I finished the test version of the codpiece. It was a tight but perfect fit so im going to add 2 cm onto the HD version. Tomorrow i plan to cut out my right handplate and MAYBE start to pep it. Allright 405th it has been a long day and im tired. See you guys in the morning :)



My test codpiece

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Well 405th... I suprised myself today. I completed an entire HD Handplate in 5 hours. (I had a friend over doing his thigh at the same time so i didnt totally no life it :lol ) To me they look almost EXACTLY identical so im beyond thrilled. Please leave comments, suggestions, or questions regarding my two new pieces :D . Heres a few pics:



Top/Front:

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Left:

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Right:

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Back:

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p.s. School tomorrow so no new updates probably... unless i get to resin/fiberglassing... :eek
 
I just finished Resining my L and R HD Handplates! I also did a test primer on my test Handplate. Hopefully they all come out stunning! I'll have pics up on this post either tomorow or tonight. (probably tomorrow) Keep your fingers crossed guys n gals.
 
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