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Offline Talonclaw

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Selecting a helmet...
« on: July 18, 2009, 06:22:45 AM »
I recently recieved a bit of cash, and I have decided tbat I want to try and track down a Master Replica helmet.  I really don't know what to go for, unless somewhere (even if it isn't MR) there is an ARC helmet! I am seriously tempted by the Boba Fett though. I have around $500 to spend. Does anyone have any suggestions?

(I am still combing Palpatine's reviews.)

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #1 on: July 18, 2009, 07:02:35 AM »
Well, if you're a member of the RPF or Rebelscum, I would definitely recommend checking out those sites first because you can find some great buys there and save a LOT of money when compared to Ebay or other venues.

It also depends on your focus.  Do you like Boba more than other characters?  There's a guy on the RPF that is doing a McQuarrie Concept Boba Helmet that looked pretty awesome. 

My particular collection focuses around Vader.  another individual is doing an AWESOME McQuarrie concept Vader for $550 right now.  Stone is currently taking an interest thread over there.  I'm not sure if he's the one who also did the Boba.

You can usually find a bunch of stormies for sale, including the blackhole/black stealth trooper helmet.

Really it comes down to what you're interested in.  You're the one that will be admiring it every day as part of your collection, so make sure it's something you want.  I can say every one of my Vader helmets, sabers, and other memorbilia has a special place in my heart and will be something to pass on to my sons someday.

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #2 on: July 18, 2009, 07:26:47 AM »
Does he do custom Mando helmets? It would be cool to have something unique.

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #3 on: July 18, 2009, 08:23:19 AM »
For $500, you can actually get yourself a sealed MR Boba Fett Signature Edition helmet.  The storm and clone trooper helmets are very cool, but if you're going to buy just one, it might as well be a (sort of) stand-alone character (Boba, Vader, etc).


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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #4 on: July 18, 2009, 08:39:48 AM »
Some RPF  links for you:

(CMDR Thire, AOTC Clone Helmet, Galactic Marine)   http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=66720

(Vader ROTJ)  http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=66176

(Boba, Jango, Vader, Tie Fighter Pilot ... unfinished helmets that you finish to your desire)  http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=64880

(McQuarrie Vader)  http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=65950

(MR Boba Fett)  http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=66481

(DIY Fett Kit...might want to ask JudgeSaberSmith if he got his first, as it appears he has ordered one.)  http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=65109

I'll continue looking for things to help ...

CONTINUED...

(This guy is selling a complete set of Mando Armor for $450)   http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=65107&highlight

(McQuarrie Concept Storm Trooper)  http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=52657&highlight

(McQuarrie Concept Boba Fett...been awhile for this thread so you would probably have to contact the prop maker, but a real interesting design)  http://www.therpf.com/showthread.php?t=51029&highlight

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #6 on: July 18, 2009, 09:23:06 AM »
Woah, thanks dude!  ;)

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #7 on: July 18, 2009, 09:42:28 AM »
I have the MR 501st Special Ops Trooper and the Shock trooper 1:1 helmets and they're awesome, I highly recommend. The Shock Trooper helmet in particular has really increased in price since I got it.




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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #8 on: July 18, 2009, 09:48:33 AM »
Wicked, I think I'm gonna try and hunt down a Boba signature edition, and also some Mando armour.

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #9 on: July 18, 2009, 10:19:19 AM »
redford has master replicas boba fett SE on sale for "$150 off" right now.       (brand new in sealed package for $399)

http://www.redfordfilms.com/product/MRSW156SE/Boba_Fett_Helmet_Signature_Edition_Master_Replicas_SE.html

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #10 on: July 18, 2009, 10:27:37 AM »
How many are there in stock? If it's one, it's impulse buy time!

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #11 on: July 18, 2009, 10:53:42 AM »
I would go with Signature Boba Fett helmet, check redfordfilms, they have these in stock with good price!!!!!

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #12 on: July 18, 2009, 10:54:07 AM »
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How many are there in stock? If it's one, it's impulse buy time!

I dunno... but he's got free shipping on orders over $50.  http://www.redfordfilms.com/free_shipping

-->  " Impulse = Impulse +1  "   8)    bwahaha!  
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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #13 on: July 18, 2009, 10:58:53 AM »
Add to basket...  ;D

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Re: Selecting a helmet...
« Reply #14 on: July 18, 2009, 11:00:07 AM »
I actually ordered my Emperor Bust from Redfordfilms, slightly over 400$, excellent deal and they shipped on the same day. Perfect place for my taste  ;D

 

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