hi from brisbane

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Forget about the "www.originalstormtrooper.com" stuff mate, there's are reason it's not listed on the vetted makers list.

That link I posted is your bible for makers, now your decision is based on what suits your body shape best, the ETA for supply, and cost.

It only seems confusing as you've never done one. We were all in the same boat, I was very nervous when I received my kit and was petrified about the 1st cut. A trooper who I've become great friends with helped me get started and once you do there is no looking back.

As a plus the time it takes for whichever kit you choose to be manufactured and arrive gives you time to assemble your accessories and get your snap plates & strapping started. Again this is why it's best to get along to a troop or AP so that you can see various ideas on strapping (if you look at 3 different troopers armor you'll probably see 3 different strapping styles). I don't mean to sound like a scratched CD, but again this is why research is so important. You can make an informed decision on the type of snap plates that you want to use (I used a combination of 3 styles), and get the bulk of them manufactured and ready to go.

Here is a like to my build thread to give you an idea of how I went about it :- http://www.501st.com.au/forum/thread-5318.html

My passion has always been to build an ANH Hero but I realised that it was a long term process. I actually first made an ID Officer which got me approved in the 501st while I ordered my TK kit and accessories. In this way I was out and trooping/learning without trying to cut any corners on my dream project. Trust me when you see the smiles on kids faces the wait is worth it.