While I certainly want to keep doing these builds, I also like to enable people to prep and paint themselves. To that end, here's a peek into what it takes to make a Mando kit. I currently source all of my armor from the Mandalorian Arsenal. Why? Simply because David has amazing customer service, a variety of pieces that let you customize your kit, and solid materials with an excellent wear life. If you are up to giving this a try yourself, head directly over there and he will take care of you. The picture to the...
I've had the pleasure of working with David at the Mandalorian Arsenal for a while now, and the options for these kits get better everyday. This has gone from a "male or female" set to multiple options for shoulders, knees, cods, chest plates, gauntlets, hand plates etc... Here's a view of a recent kit I did for a teenager. It features primarily pieces from the Death Watch versions, with the exception of a more subdued chest piece and the full cod. ex