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[Ronin Tavic]

Were it me, I'd build one big ol choppa, and see how I like carrying that around. Then build a second if I felt like it.
But as someone who's carried more than a few large props around, one is more than enough lol
You might see about make a second smaller variation, sorta how fencers carry a parrying dagger. Can still make em a little oversized, and have it make a bit more "logical" sense. And could always just have one on the backplate sorta like a spare too, with no intention of carrying both, but the "character" carries two. If that makes sense

[Harcdz]

Were it me, I'd build one big ol choppa, and see how I like carrying that around. Then build a second if I felt like it.
But as someone who's carried more than a few large props around, one is more than enough lol
You might see about make a second smaller variation, sorta how fencers carry a parrying dagger. Can still make em a little oversized, and have it make a bit more "logical" sense. And could always just have one on the backplate sorta like a spare too, with no intention of carrying both, but the "character" carries two. If that makes sense

yes! After thinking I am considering just making one smaller and put it on the backplate, although it can be pulled out, it will be almost 90% just for esthetics, hanging on the back but than I can pull it out any time when i kindna want to pose with both.

I think Asoka have this concept as well with her lightsaber, where one is short saber,  use more to deflect and  parry stuff. 

but yeah this a great idea so all I need to think of is the one huge cleaver at cons and events 

[Harcdz]

I'm also planning to add Paz Vizsla Jetpack or wrecker backpack to give a more tanker look but I wanted to wait cause I really wanted to join the force hunter brigade and hvn't seen the list requirement for it ( wanted to concentrated on the kit approval first)

[Harcdz]

Hi guys! thanks for all the input and after thinking multiple time... I will go ahead with the dual wilding but like previously said... I will only hold 1 big vibrocleaver and the other will hang on the back. I have been playing the the armor color as well , I change the main color to a very dark blue and some part to red just to make the design more inline with the other post-imperial armor, where some parts are just different color making it a bit asymmetrical (also following abit of mando color meaning from legends) C&C are welcome ! I love the input you guys give make  me more motivated to make the armor, Thank you!

Here are the new picts, with the weapon on his back

 


and as usual a test profile pict (I'll be posing the  3D while waiting for approval )

[Ronin Tavic]

Looks like it'll be a stellar suit when it's done. Personally I'd say start printing the main pieces you know you can use: chest, gauntlets, shoulders, cod, knees, one sword, first.
Basically start with the "light" loadout and get a feel for it then get the heavier pieces made. Just a personal suggestion from someone who's gone heavy and realized light was way easier to stay in longer lol

[Harcdz]

Looks like it'll be a stellar suit when it's done. Personally I'd say start printing the main pieces you know you can use: chest, gauntlets, shoulders, cod, knees, one sword, first.
Basically start with the "light" loadout and get a feel for it then get the heavier pieces made. Just a personal suggestion from someone who's gone heavy and realized light was way easier to stay in longer lol

Thx! this kit really got me excited and really hoping to join you guys soon. Thx for the advice, I think I'll do the same, I can slowly go from light to heavy while also looking for the brigade I wanted to join thx!

I am making a jetpack and jetboots as well just an addition later on if I wanted to print it, while waiting to see if the helmet get an ok from the approval team

[Harcdz]

Hi!
so I finish the jetpack and jetboots as well just make the suit complete to a point of maxing out the suit for offense and mobility I also re-work the flamethrower cables inspired by the boba fett flamethrower. I guess all I can do now is wait and post this guy up for fun! C&C are welcome! this is the way guys!





THIS IS THE WAY!

[Hodayc Goran]

Wow. Big mando. Heavy armor. Giant swords. Tiny jetpack? Cool stuff. 

[Harcdz]

Wow. Big mando. Heavy armor. Giant swords. Tiny jetpack? Cool stuff. 

Thx mate! haha the jetpack actually bigger than it suppose too but i think with everything is soo big, the jetpack is tiny hahaha

[Harcdz]

Hi guys!

final revision for the armor, just fixing color and add a bit of stuff on the jetpack

[Hodayc Goran]

You've done a great job with this kit, Harcdz. I can't wait for you to start exporting and printing the STL's!

Although, make sure you measure twice, print once... You don't want to waste 3 kilos of filament on wrong-size parts that are out of proportion to your build.

[Harcdz]

You've done a great job with this kit, Harcdz. I can't wait for you to start exporting and printing the STL's!

Although, make sure you measure twice, print once... You don't want to waste 3 kilos of filament on wrong-size parts that are out of proportion to your build.

yeah true, most of the design is approve so know I am just slowly making it  print ready and just keep measuring just to be sure 

[Harcdz]

Hi,
I Wanted to ask for lower boots armor, is there any material recommended? I am afraid with 3D printed parts it will be too fragile cause it will bump to lot of stuff

[Harcdz]

Hi guys!
Just wanted to share the final printable armor for my mando, below are the full armor picts and each of the parts! hope you guys like it

full armor:

 

below is each of the parts

Helmet:


shoulder strap armor:


front chest armor:


back armor:


shoulder bell and bicep armor:


right arm gauntlet:


left arm gauntlet:


batterie belt:


vibro blade and holster :


lower armor:


knee pad:


right boot armor:


left boot armor:


boot jets:


shoe armor:


hope you guys like it!

[Hodayc Goran]

Beautiful and amazing.

I see what you are talking about with the boot armor now; I would probably suggest trying to print that as solid PLA from a PLA filament that is known to be a bit flexible and structurally enhanced (different brands have different "recipes" for filament).

You could also try ABS, but make sure that the printer is either enclosed with the appropriate HEPA/Activated Carbon filtration system, or make sure that you are printing outside or in an extremely well-ventilated area. The issue with the second option is that the ABS could start warping due to drafts in the area, so the enclosed printer choice is probably the best. You can buy little "pop-tent" "fireproof" (supposedly) enclosures for various printer sizes, but these are not usually ventilated, so they basically "store" the fumes until you unzip them, then the fumes are released.

If you want to use ABS, definitely look into either buying a new printer with an enclosure, or just invest in a decent enclosure and filtration system.

ABS is stinky stuff with toxic fumes, and finicky bed-adhesion habits.