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[stevegee006]

Just thought I would share my WIP build of the M-15 Vindicator and the process.

 

I started off by tracing over a reference image I got from troodon80 over at deviant art.

 

Once I got my template done I printed them and cut them all out and traced it all out on MDF. I used, 3/4”, 1/4”, and 1/8” mdf sheets that you can pick up at most hardware stores.

 

After 3 hours at the scroll saw and sander I got all of the pieces cut out. Since each side needed the same pieces I used double sided tape and sandwiched 2 pieces of mdf so I only had to cut out each piece once.

 

Here it is with all of the pieces stacked up.

 

I decided I would try some lights, so I got some EL Tape from amazon. I dug out some of the grip for the battery pack, dirty but seems to work. If I redo this build I will need to figure out a cleaner better way to do this.

A little more put together. I just cut the handle and used screws to gold the battery cover on. And super glued a 1/4” dowel to the button for the light.

 

Filled in some of the gaps with spot putty to try to get it more smoothed out before I glue the final detail layers in place.

 

I trued up all of the edges with a bit of bondo and sanding.

 

I did some more shaping on the stock and grip. I also attached the scope and the barrels. I used 1" wood dowels for the barrels and used the eye piece from a beat-up scope I found at the thrift store.

 

I primed and sanded and repeated the process, then put down the base paint.

For paint i used Dupli-Color Metallic Gunmetal for the grey parts. For the stock and grip I used Rustoleum texture and enamel matte black.

 

I painted in the decals with acrylic paint using vinyl stencils I cut out with a Silhouette. I then weathered the decals a bit.

 

Here is the finished product. I weathered it a bit with dark acrylic paints and some silver/gunmetal dry-brushing, and there you have it. My finished M-15 Vindicator from the Mass Effect Series.

Any questions or critiques would be appreciated. You can hit me up here or on my FB page https://www.facebook...lixfabrications

[stevegee006]

Brilliant work mate.

 

 

Now do the M98 Widow AMR!

 

Thanks! I would love to, it is one of my favorite guns, its enormous though.

[L. Han]

Looks really great!

 

Although the gun does seem a bit small, but it's still a freaking awesome replica.

[Diesel]

This is both simpler and more complicated than I would have imagined. Are you making more?

[stevegee006]

I've made the Carnifex.  I am currently rebuilding my N7 armor, but I plan on doing the M8 Avenger and the M98 Widow. Here is a photo of the Carnifex.

 

[stevegee006]

Looks really great!

 

Although the gun does seem a bit small, but it's still a freaking awesome replica.

 

Its about 28 inches (71 cm) long, which plenty long.  Its around the same size as most bullpup rifles. Once I get my N7 armor finished I will put a few pics of up me holding it.

[Clips7]

Haha...wow...you are not playin' bro!...much RESPEC`. I wouldn't even know where to begin to create something like this...XD...incredible work!...

[SirBob3]

 

This is incredible!  Such a cool hobby... I'm jealous!  How are you doing your N7 armor?

[stevegee006]

Haha...wow...you are not playin' bro!...much RESPEC`. I wouldn't even know where to begin to create something like this...XD...incredible work!...

Thank you!

[stevegee006]

 

 

This is incredible!  Such a cool hobby... I'm jealous!  How are you doing your N7 armor?

 

Thanks.  I built it out of EVA foam mats.  I am redoing a lot parts on it.

 

[Captain Crash]

Very impressive, nice job

[stevegee006]

Very impressive, nice job

Thanks!

[KaiserShep]

That is outstanding.

[MassEffectGuy]

This is sick, awesome post!

[stevegee006]

That is outstanding.

 

 

This is sick, awesome post!

 

Thank you both!

[Azmahoony]

wow mate you are extremely talented!

Ever considered making doubles and selling them as cosplay items?

[stevegee006]

wow mate you are extremely talented!

Ever considered making doubles and selling them as cosplay items?

Thanks!

 

I've thought about doing a batch of them and selling them to cosplayers.  I just have no idea on pricing or if it would even be something anyone would be interested in.

[Azmahoony]

https://www.etsy.com/au/?ref=hdr

I see mass effect cosplay items pop on this site every now and then though the prices are subject to the makers opinion, I think they just sorta base prices on the last item/quality of said item.

Food for thought though, you might be able to make a quite a bit of pocket money out of your talent - i know id be keen.. but my body type would require a little more material than the average bloke so it ends up blowing my budget out for what I think a cosplay outfit should cost (they should really stop marking them 1 size fits all because they dont!)

[stevegee006]

https://www.etsy.com/au/?ref=hdr

I see mass effect cosplay items pop on this site every now and then though the prices are subject to the makers opinion, I think they just sorta base prices on the last item/quality of said item.

Food for thought though, you might be able to make a quite a bit of pocket money out of your talent - i know id be keen.. but my body type would require a little more material than the average bloke so it ends up blowing my budget out for what I think a cosplay outfit should cost (they should really stop marking them 1 size fits all because they dont!)

 

I might have to give it a shot, it would be nice to have make a little on the side for something I do in my spare time.  Thanks for the suggestion.

[Derek Hollan]

Colour me impressed!

 

Cheers,

 

[stevegee006]

Colour me impressed!

 

Cheers,

 

 

Thanks! Love getting positive feedback

[emaughan]

Can you do a full scale model of the thanix cannon?

[stevegee006]

 

Here is me and my Vindicator at Salt Lake Comic Con this year.

[Morphone]

Absolutely outstanding work.

 

Based on just the first Photoshop picture - I never would have thought it could come out looking so good, but you are clearly gifted / talented, and I'm sure you could find a fruitful career as an art designer for AAA Hollywood movies.