Imperial Officer's Uniform F.A.Q.s
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Re: Imperial Officer
Thanks for the feed back!!! I will save my money and buy a sewing machine. <p></p><i></i>
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Both Schph Gochi's and TK549's officer's uniforms turned out GREAT! <br><br>Congratulations to you both!<br> <p></p><i></i>
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I can't take much credit for mine....<br><br>still waiting to hear on my application to 501st....<!--EZCODE EMOTICON START ;) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif ALT=";)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br><br>and TK549....do you have the photo of my costume that you took at Film Con? I did send you an e-mail after I got back from Madison as instructed...but didn't hear from you (my e-mail to you might have ended up in you spam folder).......I am hoping the photo you took is better than the one I have....or maybe my image blew your camera up....lol..<br><br> <p></p><i>Edited by: <A HREF=http://pub118.ezboard.com/bmidwestgarri ... ochi>Schph Gochi</A> at: 3/15/04 5:10 am<br></i>
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Doh - I'm sorry I totally forgot!<br><br>I'll get that to you tonight! <p></p><i></i>
- Schph Gochi
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muchas gracias....<!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/smile.gif ALT=":)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br><br>I only hope the photo is less hideous than the one I have...<br><br> <p></p><i></i>
- Schph Gochi
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....and you can now call me...<br><br>#1951 <br><!--EZCODE EMOTICON START ;) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif ALT=";)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br>since I am a Stormtrooper Officer...do I get to put the TK in front of my number? <p></p><i></i>
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Schph Gochi, you are now <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>ID</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END-->1951 <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/smile.gif ALT=":)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br><br><br><br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="font-size:xx-small;"><!--EZCODE ITALIC START--><em>(the 'TK' is for when you get stormtrooper armor) </em><!--EZCODE ITALIC END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--> <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START ;) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif ALT=";)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <p></p><i></i>
- Schph Gochi
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oki-day....<br>now to try to learn to navigate these boards...and how to use them...<br><br> <p></p><i></i>
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Post some pics. <p><!--EZCODE IMAGE START--><img src="http://www2.freepichosting.com/Images/107582/67.jpg" style="border:0;"/><!--EZCODE IMAGE END--><br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:red;font-family:century;font-size:xx-small;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>"A Death Mark isn't an easy thing to live with"<br>OLD TARG<br>FURY 6<br>ti3853@worldnet.att.net</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--></p><i></i>
- Schph Gochi
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Wish I could....but I am technology challenged and don't have a place to post pictures...I did send photos to the 501st so eventually there will be a photo there...and somewhere there are some photos of it at film con that a couple people took and posted...but I just can't remember where they are...<br>lol...<br>I am not the sharpest tack in the box when it comes to computers....<!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/smile.gif ALT=":)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <p></p><i></i>
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Congratulations, Phyllis and welcome to the Midwest Garrison! I hope to meet you at some event(s) in the near future. <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/smile.gif ALT=":)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> Once you wear black, you'll never go back to being Jedi.<br><br>Cheers! <p></p><i></i>
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bows to Darien...thanks for the welcome.(Jedi habits are hard to break)...but you may have already run into me....I have enjoyed several outings with the 501st already ...the Childrens Costume Parade that got cancelled, the Matthew Stover Booksigning, and the Chicago Hunger Walk...along with a couple Cons.... <p></p><i></i>
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......and the photo of my costume just went up on the main site....<br>I almost look human in the photo for a change.... <p></p><i></i>
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<!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>Belt / Buckle</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--> <br><br>Here is the Tandy Leather site for the belt & buckle & dye: <br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br>Rectangle Buckle Blank 2" #1168800 <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>= the buckle</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.as ... &aitem=1&m" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.asp?numbe ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br>Natural Cowhide Belt Blank 2" #4451800 <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>= the belt</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--> <br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.as ... 3&mitem=27" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.asp?numbe ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br>Fiebings Dye 4 oz USMC Black #2100-01 <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>= dye for the belt</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.as ... 1&mitem=94" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.asp?numbe ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--> <p></p><i></i>
- TKvanB
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Some replys to recent questions:<br><br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:green;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>1). Boots - would the Equestrian Boots be varible as they would be a tight fitting to legs/calves? I guess, I would have to get them made 'cause of my calves are big/wide.</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br>The proper boots (and finding ones that will fit) was the most challenging part of this uniform.<br> <br>My boot link: <br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://gprix.com/botdir.htm" target="top">gprix.com/botdir.htm</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br>I've been looking all over that site for the boots that I bought from them a few years ago. They are a rubber riding boot "wide calf" and were about $40 if I remember correctly. I can't seem to find them there any more....<br> <br>.......so I did an Internet search. Maybe you might find other choices as well. <br> <br>I don't know whether these are available in a wide calf:<br> <br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.clarkessaddlery.co.nz/footwe ... oots.shtml" target="top">www.clarkessaddlery.co.nz/footwear_long ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br> <!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:blue;font-size:xx-small;"><br> Rubber Riding Boots<br>$59.95<br><br>This rubber boot offers the walking and riding comfort of a steel shank support in the sole arch of the boot. This shank prevents the uncomfortable "stirrup sag" where the boots slide down your leg when riding.<br><br>Colour: black only<br>Sizes: european sizes 31 - 45</span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br> <br>I also found these on a British site. They do seem to be available in a wide calf:<br> <br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.electricfencingonline.co.uk/ ... lang=en-gb" target="top">www.electricfencingonline.co.uk/shop/in ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:blue;font-size:xx-small;">Toggi Equestrian Riding Boots £35.50 <br>Choose Size Ladies Size 35 Ladies Size 36 Ladies Size 37 Ladies Size 38 Ladies Size 39 Ladies Size 40 Ladies Size 41 Ladies Size 42 Ladies Extra Wide Size 37 Ladies Extra Wide Size 38 Ladies Extra Wide Size 39 Ladies Extra Wide Size 40 Ladies Extra Wide Size 41 Ladies Extra Wide Size 42 <br><br>Ladies slush moulded rubber riding boot <br><br>Cambrelle(R) lining <br>Leather top band <br>Black in colour <br>ladies sizes 35-42 <br>Wide fitting calf available sizes 37-42</span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br><br> <br>Some information from an other site:<br> <!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:red;"><br> <!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>The Boots</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br><br>Like the their uniforms, the German WWII dress boots were based on British design. They are the classic riding boot design without lacing or buckles. As far as I can tell, only black boots were used. To get the proper fit, the boots should extend just above the top of your calf. These types of boots can be found at tack shops, and occasionally at western stores. You can also find them online at places by searching for riding boots. You could also try a synthetic boot from Grand Prix. I hear the synthetic boots are nice, but they are slow on the delivery.<br><br>Although not entirely accurate, German jackboots could also be used. Refer to the Death Star Trooper page for more discussion on this boot.</span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br>An other boot link - HOWEVER - I hear these do run kind of small in the calf. These are not as accurate for an officer's uniform, but work perfectly for an Imperial Technician if you can fit into the boots: <br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.sportsmansguide.com/" target="top">www.sportsmansguide.com/</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--> <br> <br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=72471" target="top">www.sportsmansguide.com/cb/cb.asp?a=72471</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br> <br> <br><br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:blue;font-size:xx-small;">100% LEATHER used German Mil. BGS Jack Boots. <br><br> Already broken in with natural flex! March to the tune of savings in these beefy All-Leather BGS Jack Boots. What's BGS? I believe it stands for Big German Suckers. Sure, I'm kidding. <br>Features: <br><br><br>Thick, full-grain cowhide uppers <br>Buckle cinch at top for a custom calf fit <br>Like-new sure-grip rubber outsole <br>Permanent footbed absorbs shock <br>Unlined for breathability <br>Each stands 13" tall and weighs 32 ozs. Condition: used, in very good shape. <br>State Size, as available in the Shopping Cart below. Come in medium width. Half sizes, order the next larger full size. Order ONLINE now, Colonel Klink already did! <br><br><br>Men's Used German Mil. BGS Leather Jack Boots, Black <br><br>WX2-65928 - Men's Used German Mil. BGS Leather Jack Boots, Black $29.97 <br> Club Price $26.97</span><!--EZCODE FONT END--> <br> <br> <br><br> If you have any large Equestian supply stores in your area, DO check with them as well. We bought my husband's boots directly from a store --- it was about 1,000 miles from where we live, but we were driving to an event and I called every Estestrian supply store I could find along the way to inquire whether they had boots like these in the size he needed in stock. WHen I found a place that had them, I got directions and we stopped there on the way. <br><br><br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:green;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>2). Belt / Buckle - would I have to get belt & buckle made?</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br>Here is the Tandy Leather site for the belt & buckle & Dye: <br> <br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br>Rectangle Buckle Blank 2" #1168800 = the buckle<br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.as ... &aitem=1&m" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.asp?numbe ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br>Natural Cowhide Belt Blank 2" #4451800 = the belt you want to get. <br> <br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.as ... 3&mitem=27" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.asp?numbe ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--><br><br>Fiebings Dye 4 oz USMC Black #2100-01 = dye for the belt<br><br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.as ... 1&mitem=94" target="top">www.tandyleather.com/prodinfo.asp?numbe ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br> <br>Some information from an other site:<br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:red;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>The Belt and Boxes</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--><br>The belt is a 2 inch wide leather belt with a rectangular belt buckle. Tandy Leather has everything you need to make this yourself, including a 2 inch belt blank, a square buckle blank, and one bottle of black dye. To make the belt, you'll need a punch for the buckle holes. Also, if you buy the belt blank without the snaps, you'll need snaps and a snap setter. <br><br>The officers are not typically seen with the silver belt boxes, but Admiral Motti can be seen with two in the Alderaan destruction scene as shown below. To my knowledge, they have not been identified as a found item, but look like pill boxes, or maybe even makeup compacts. </span><!--EZCODE FONT END--> <br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:green;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>3). Chalk Holders - are these are attached to the belt - correct? How do I go about making them?</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br>The chalk holders are the "Code cylinders" and they do go in the pocket. Some people I know have made belt boxes out of metal mint tins (like altoids). It's not necessary to the uniform, but if you can find something suitable, it certainly would be a nice addition, plus they can double as storage. <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START ;) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif ALT=";)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br> <br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:green;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>4). Code Cylinders - are these the ones that go into the right & left pockets on the tunic? How do I go making them or where can I get them?</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.bender-burkot.com/" target="top">www.bender-burkot.com/</a><!--EZCODE LINK END--><br> <br>Search for "chalk holder"<br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:blue;font-size:xx-small;">Aluminum Chalk Holder w/clip (CLI-74541) <br>Keeps fingers clean. Heavy duty aluminum case. Includes chalk push-up feature. <br>Product Number: CH-2<br> <br>Sale Price: $2.70</span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br>You can leave these plain or modify them a little. If you have the Star WArs Original Trilogy Visual Dictionary, there is a close up picture of the code cylinders. you can replace the tops, paint the tops, add pin-striping.............or just leave them plain. I wear a couple of each <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START ;) --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/wink.gif ALT=";)"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br> <br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:green;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>5). Fabric - you prefer to use synthetic blend - gabardine. Is this a bit like wool OR similar & it does not make it hot - is that correct? This is also washable right.</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br>A fabric which would make a fine dress suit would work the best for this. I have used all synthetic, part synthetic and tropical weight wool. I do prefer the easier-care fabrics since I do wear my uniform often. It's much easier to maintain if I can wash it in the gentle cycle and hang-dry.<br> <br>You should line the front part of the jacket with the same material you use on the outside. The sleeves and the black can be made out of a traditional satin lining. <br> <br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:green;"><!--EZCODE BOLD START--><strong>What about the Polyester Gabardine - what do you think of it?</strong><!--EZCODE BOLD END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--><br> <br>I used a synthetic blend, a gabardine. The color, weight and texture (and <br>price) were mostly what I paid attention to. The material looks exactly the <br>same on the front and the back, so you can cut out pieces without worrying <br>whether you have it on the "right" side. I washed all of the material in <br>cold water first then tossed the fabric in the dryer. It is really important <br>to me to use fabrics that are easy to care for. Although, I could have the <br>jackets dry-cleaned. I wouldn't use a heavy wool, because I want to be able to wear <br>the costumes for extended periods of time. <br> <p></p><i></i>
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THANKS CRICKET!<br><br>Jodpurs pattern: <br><br><!--EZCODE FONT START--><span style="color:blue;"><!--EZCODE QUOTE START--><blockquote><strong><em>Quote:</em></strong><hr>The pattern was by Suitability #2056, and you can find it here: <br><!--EZCODE LINK START--><a href="http://www.suitability.com/item.cfm?catID=149&invID=735" target="top">www.suitability.com/item.cfm?catID=149& ... <!--EZCODE LINK END--> <br><br>It's a good pattern, goes together easily and without adjustment, except for fit if needed. The pattern is multisized for 22 to 40 inch waists. I highly recommend it! <br><br>Crick <br>_________________<br>Cricket/TK813<hr></blockquote><!--EZCODE QUOTE END--></span><!--EZCODE FONT END--> <br><br>I just wanted to post it here too. <p></p><i></i>
- Schph Gochi
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oooooooooh! That is great news.....I still don't like either pair of pants that I made...these look really great!<br><br>Sigh...I used the last of my extra fabric to make the skirt for my "Imperial Secretary"....but...if I get my butt back to Fabric Wharehouse...maybe I can still find some of the black that I used.....they did say it was a stock fabric....<br> <p>"Travelin' through hyperspace ain't like dusting crops, boy."<br>www.thejediassembly.com<br>www.forkatie.org</p><i></i>
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Great information since I'm just getting started on an Admiral Daala costume. Although the version I'm making is more of a flight suit than a dress uniform, some of these tips will come in handy. <p>"I'm not a freak; I'm a prototype."</p><i></i>
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Phylis........I was always thought you were already a member of the 501ST and this Garrison!! <!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :burn --><img src=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v80/NetWolf/burn.gif ALT=":burn"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> Well, Welcome again to the Midwest Garrison and the 501ST. <p></p><i></i>
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hmm, i will have to pick that up, i am going to try over christmas break to put together a uniform from the McCalls pattern, i will try and document the process to maybe help out those who want to do the same <p></p><i></i>