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 HELMET SIZING AND BUYING TUTORIAL. Please read before asking all the answered Qs

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Most Bo buckets are Jango sized. TMA (Kebiit'ra Verda) has Hondo's old moulds.

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Ok, I *thiiink* I have this figured. I'm 5'5'' tall(or, y'know, short), weigh 115-ish, and my natural shoulder width is 16''. I'm using pauldrons, which add 2 inches onto either side(20''). I also have a fairly long face(don't know how to measure that, though). I'm thinking, right now, that the Jango 2P size is right, and... I'd likely want to go with Saz's, which is 9.5(?)'' wide, so should fit my size ratio. Sound about right?

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Yes. Don't worry about anything except shoulders and height is basically what this thread is saying. Any Jango helmet will fit you well. :)

Awesome!!! :D Thanks, vode!! This was extremely helpful!!!!

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What about the helmets made by headshot props?

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As Hondo made the buckets, you can't go wrong with a helmet from Headshot.

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So I'm looking to make a Legacy style Tes Vevec helmet (it's my first ever mando i'm working on), and I'm a plus size so I guess going by the fist post I would be a don 95/96? But I don't feel the dome is large/round/high enough to make the slits in it without it looking weird/squashed. I feel the rubies 2 piece would be a better shape, but might be too small for my body.

Does anyone have any suggestions? I'm a little overwhelmed with all of the options :) (oh and I would like a resin bucket since that seems to be the way to go)

Thanks!

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Any words of wisdom for measuring our heads to find the best sized Helmet?

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« Reply #334 on: Jun 17, 2014, 12:23 AM »
Can anyone point me in the right direction on who to contact?

Thanks!

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Any words of wisdom for measuring our heads to find the best sized Helmet?
It is actually not your head you should measure. You want to measure your shoulders across the back at the base of your neck. Your helmet size is generally half that length. This is not a perfect way, but it is the best that has been figured out so far.

Can anyone point me in the right direction on who to contact?

Thanks!
That depends on what you are contacting them about. If it is for a Buy'ce then that depends on what style you want. If it is for something else, it depends on what you want.

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So yes I'm new to the forums and looking at the tutorials for advice and ideas while I plan my armor design. My concern is my glasses for the helmet. I have had bad luck with contacts in the past and can't see without my glasses more than a few feet, and that's all blury. What sizes, or types would be good for use over top glasses, if any?

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You don't size yourhelmet to fit glasses, size it to fit your body, Most helmets are kinda spacious, I have a jango 2 piece size helmet and (in my opinion) a kindabig head, I can still fit my glasses in even when wearing it with fans installed in the back. If you mention to  helmet builder that you have glasses someof them will try and keep as much space in the visor as they can. Another option is to take a pair of glasses, cut offthe legs leavingonly the frames (use very thin ones) and glue them into your helmet at eye level.

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It seems HeadShot Props isn't selling helmets on their Etsy anymore, where can I find a good helmet?

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It seems HeadShot Props isn't selling helmets on their Etsy anymore, where can I find a good helmet?

I believe their etsy is just on active hibernation. you might be able to message Hondo (the OP) and buy one directly.

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Check his facebook, he is still selling through there. I just bought one from him over the weekend.

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Was wondering if anyone could help. I'm pulling the trigger on a 1:1 Boba Fett from Saz and need to ensure sizing would be right. My measurements are as follows:

Head Circumference Above Ears = 24 Inches
Head Height from Crown to Chin = 10 Inches
Shoulder Width = 18 Inches
Height = 5 Foot 9 Inches

Pretty much sure I'm right, especially looking at page 16. But, appreciate any help.

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Your helmet should be roughly 1/2 your shoulder width - so 9-10 inches for you. A 1:1 may be a hair too big, but not outside the reasonable range. Add a little bulk to your shoulders and you'll be golden.

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Is nme props still selling helmets ??

NME Props is DEFINITELY still making helmets...  ;)

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I am looking to start my own character and trying to figure out helmet size. Reading through what I could I believe a 1:1 helmet would fit me. I don't have my measurements but hat size wise I wear a large / extra large. Any suggestions on if I should do a 1:1 style helmet or look for something slightly larger. Height wise I am around 5'10 and about 225 pounds so average size and slightly larger frame.

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I am looking to start my own character and trying to figure out helmet size. Reading through what I could I believe a 1:1 helmet would fit me. I don't have my measurements but hat size wise I wear a large / extra large. Any suggestions on if I should do a 1:1 style helmet or look for something slightly larger. Height wise I am around 5'10 and about 225 pounds so average size and slightly larger frame.
A simple hat size like large doesn't give us any information. If it was a size 8 or 8-3/16 that would be more helpful because that's roughly the diameter of a persons noggin.

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Ok I will try and see if I can get some measurements done soon

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Would anyone happen to know the sizing difference between a Tomvader Juggernaut and a 1:1 boba? I'm trying to look into a new helmet, but I'm not sure what might fit me or not.

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Would anyone happen to know the sizing difference between a Tomvader Juggernaut and a 1:1 boba? I'm trying to look into a new helmet, but I'm not sure what might fit me or not.
The juggernaut is bigger.

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