Recent content by Tenente

It was, But it didn't seem so. Maybe it's because I was really stoked about this project. The real hard part was finding all the missing original parts to complete it. So, Thank you for the compliments, Buuuut, It wouldn't have come out as nice if not for the help from you and the others here...

Thanks Sandman. It really wasn't that bad.

Ok Guys. It's been a while, But here it is fully Installed and helmet reconstructed. I still have to hand stitch in the silk part, but the Leather conditioner really made the color come out the way I wanted it.

I appreciate it Lorre. I was copying my Original Bavarian officers liner. That's why I stitched it together. Either way, I really appreciate the help here. I'm still waiting for my 7mm scallop scissors. I really don't want to use the 5 mm now.

No, I went straight. the issue, I made it too long. I re stitched it, here's the better result.

Ok, I was about half an inch too long. I re stitched it and made it " Sock" tight. This is a better result. I really appreciate this help. I think you'll approve.

Ok, this is not installed yet, nor scalloped, this is just a dry fit to see how it will look. This is the calfskin liner so far.

That liner looks awesome. I'm using calf skin for my officers liner. I used a light brown dye, but it came out pretty dark. As far as the scissors go, that's my best option right now. Now what thickness should the leather be?

I'd have to agree here.

They've been around for a while. Problem was they were usually meant for industry use, or serious fabric hobbyists. Most people never needed o use them so they were seldom seen.

Thanks B. I originally thought that was the case but was not sure. I'll do that on the second attempt.

I bought those scissors, I believe I have the 5mm versions, but I'm liking the 7mm versions better.

How did the final result turn out?

Ok, How was this pattern installed? I mean where on the helmet s outer rim do you place the extreme bell curves that you have here?