Darth Vader Costume inquiry...
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Darth Vader Costume inquiry...
A quick question for those who might know. Are there costumes, literally like the above quality, you can actually purchase for personal use? I was in a discussion with a co-worker about it, and he says he's sure you can find them. Quick Googling on my part hasn't shown me any ones you can purchase that look "realistic", for lack of a better description.
Feedback or suggestions appreciated. (I highly doubt I'm actually going to get one, but I can't help but want to check it out )
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http://www.starfortressproductions.com/swsithlords.html
heard nothing but good stuff about them, beware cause this shit is expensive.
http://www.starfortressproductions.com/swsithlords.html
heard nothing but good stuff about them, beware cause this shit is expensive.
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For over a thousand dollars? Just make it yourself.
But really, Lucas should invest in creating affordable and half decent-looking SW costumes. You'd think he would after all these years. Oh well.
But really, Lucas should invest in creating affordable and half decent-looking SW costumes. You'd think he would after all these years. Oh well.
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Insulting Walper is a time-honoured tradition here. It is made all the more ironic when you consider the... difficulties he has had in the aforementioned regard.Sephirius wrote:Dude, that's not cool. the guy asks for help on a costume and you instantly label him nerd. Isn't this forum based around arguing the specifics of certain imaginary craft?Col. Crackpot wrote:or you could spend the money meeting girls.
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Walper atleast is important enough to insult, you are like the buzzing of a fruit fly little boy.YT300000 wrote: Insulting Walper is a time-honoured tradition here. It is made all the more ironic when you consider the... difficulties he has had in the aforementioned regard.
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Wow, how could I forget you're not allowed to have a fucking sense of humour around here?Lord Pounder wrote:Walper atleast is important enough to insult, you are like the buzzing of a fruit fly little boy.YT300000 wrote: Insulting Walper is a time-honoured tradition here. It is made all the more ironic when you consider the... difficulties he has had in the aforementioned regard.
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An option may be purchasing a kit (generally-- helmet, shoulder plates, chest box, a few bells and whistles, and pads to put on a pair of boots to simulate the Vader footwear), and then adding to it a bit, perhaps painting it up a little, to make it more 'authenic'. Full costumes are *much* rarer.
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Naturally, I expected an really good quality suit to be expensive. I highly doubt I'd get one anyhow, but it certainly doesn't hurt to look.Sephirius wrote:bam
http://www.starfortressproductions.com/swsithlords.html
heard nothing but good stuff about them, beware cause this shit is expensive.
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YT is allowed some leeway with me. After all, the number of secrets he's confessed to me in his crying states over MSN could ruin him if I so desired.Lord Pounder wrote:Walper atleast is important enough to insult, you are like the buzzing of a fruit fly little boy.YT300000 wrote: Insulting Walper is a time-honoured tradition here. It is made all the more ironic when you consider the... difficulties he has had in the aforementioned regard.
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I am a nerd. Denying it would be a sign of mental instability. I must embrace my nature.Sephirius wrote:Dude, that's not cool. the guy asks for help on a costume and you instantly label him nerd.Col. Crackpot wrote:or you could spend the money meeting girls.
Besides, those who've seen me would probably support the assertion that few people call me "nerd" to my face.
I find it funny people think I'd seriously spend a grand on a suit that would have, at best, extremely rare usage. Perhaps in the future I'd buy one for the novelty and amusement factor, but right now, I'm just curious to see what's out there and of the quality of it.Isn't this forum based around arguing the specifics of certain imaginary craft?
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Hence, my reason for inquiring here, as I figured there are a few of you who might have a better idea where to view/inquire about them.Elheru Aran wrote:An option may be purchasing a kit (generally-- helmet, shoulder plates, chest box, a few bells and whistles, and pads to put on a pair of boots to simulate the Vader footwear), and then adding to it a bit, perhaps painting it up a little, to make it more 'authenic'. Full costumes are *much* rarer.
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but you're a good sport about it!Robert Walper wrote:I am a nerd. Denying it would be a sign of mental instability. I must embrace my nature.Sephirius wrote:Dude, that's not cool. the guy asks for help on a costume and you instantly label him nerd.Col. Crackpot wrote:or you could spend the money meeting girls.
strikes Kung-fu pose. *my mouth begins to move out of synch with my voice* your guns may be big, but my Dragon style is strong!Besides, those who've seen me would probably support the assertion that few people call me "nerd" to my face.
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Well, I'm not really willing to spend that kind of time on this. Like I've said repeatedly, this is just a minor curiousity, not a serious pursuit. Although admittedly that would probably be quite a bit cheaper.Kreshna Aryaguna Nurzaman wrote:Why not trying eBay? The quality varies, but I guess if you're lucky enough you can find some real good one. You just need patience, and constant monitoring.
Since you replied to me, I'm obligated to reply to you and say, "Make it yourself! It's fun, educational, and not nearly as expensive!"
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*checks self portrait thread* You've seen me with the knife...so watch it.Col. Crackpot wrote:but you're a good sport about it!Robert Walper wrote: I am a nerd. Denying it would be a sign of mental instability. I must embrace my nature.
*crushes CC with bare hands* [terminator]Negative.[/]strikes Kung-fu pose. *my mouth begins to move out of synch with my voice* your guns may be big, but my Dragon style is strong!Besides, those who've seen me would probably support the assertion that few people call me "nerd" to my face.
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I wouldn't even know where to begin, nor do I really have the time honestly.McC wrote:Since you replied to me, I'm obligated to reply to you and say, "Make it yourself! It's fun, educational, and not nearly as expensive!"
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I'll just borrow yours.
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This appears to be a good premade costume, Star Wars Store but look at the price! $999.99!
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Yeah, it's expensive, but the image and quality of the costume looks pretty damn good. If I had a grand to just throw away, I'd get it.Isolder74 wrote:This appears to be a good premade costume, Star Wars Store but look at the price! $999.99!
Thanks for the link Isolder.
It looks like it's essentially a full, exact reproduction of the ROTS version of the costume. So yeah, it'll be expensiveRobert Walper wrote:Yeah, it's expensive, but the image and quality of the costume looks pretty damn good. If I had a grand to just throw away, I'd get it.
Thanks for the link Isolder.
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