# \#costume-build **URL:** https://forum.thefinestcc.com/tag/costume-build/2.md [Latest](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/tags.md) --- ## [Next, The Crimson Guard Uniform](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/next-the-crimson-guard-uniform/1358)
**Author:** [@F-5577](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/F-5577)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 3:35am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/next-the-crimson-guard-uniform/1358 "2026-10-27T03:35:10Z")
Now I’m moving on to the actual uniform. I have the uniform decorations ready. The ribbon bar, the eagle crest and the collar insignias. When I was starting to get things together I went through a few options on tops… --- ## [Crimson Guard Helmet build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/crimson-guard-helmet-build/1353)
**Author:** [@F-5577](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/F-5577)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2026, 2:50am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/crimson-guard-helmet-build/1353 "2026-10-27T02:50:43Z")
My next part of my CG build has been the helmet. I ordered a four piece helmet from Villainous Props. The helm is sized to fit so it provides a good head to helm ratio as any proper military helmet should in my opinion. … --- ## [Cutter (RAH): costume elements + build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cutter-rah-costume-elements-build/1355)
**Author:** [@LoneStarJoe49](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/LoneStarJoe49)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 22, 2026, 1:19pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cutter-rah-costume-elements-build/1355 "2026-10-22T13:19:30Z")
Mainly Amazon purchases, pistol belt, holster, airsoft 1911 I had on hand already, and modifications done by myself, trial and error but overall I think Cutter turned out pretty good. … --- ## [Sunbow segie build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/sunbow-segie-build/1354)
**Author:** [@Moonracer](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Moonracer)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 21, 2026, 9:21pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/sunbow-segie-build/1354 "2026-10-21T21:21:33Z")
So I decided to forgo the field manual for Crimson Guard, and opted for a little if ever made cartoon version of the uniform. My first step was looking over the field manual for inspiration, from there I took a leap. … --- ## [Cobra Driver (Classified Series)](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-driver-classified-series/1300)
**Author:** [@RubenSandwich](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/RubenSandwich)\ **Replies:** 25\ **Last updated:** [October 8, 2026, 5:48pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-driver-classified-series/1300 "2026-10-08T17:48:07Z")
Greetings team, New recruit here, looking to be a Cobra Driver. I viewed the instructions, and have been trying to follow them, but I have a few questions. I ordered the Propper gray uniform, ends with 020, but it app… --- ## [My first DUKE Cosplay!](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/my-first-duke-cosplay/1297)
**Author:** [@Wolfe359\_01](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Wolfe359_01)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2026, 8:55pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/my-first-duke-cosplay/1297 "2026-10-01T20:55:29Z")
As mentioned, first time cosplayer here. Was inspired by our latest visit to FanExpo in Toronto. Was thinking of what I could come up with that would be comfortable but recognizable, and came up with Duke! A quick google… --- ## [Crimson Guard Eagle Crest](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/crimson-guard-eagle-crest/1347)
**Author:** [@F-5577](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/F-5577)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2026, 1:09am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/crimson-guard-eagle-crest/1347 "2026-09-29T01:09:00Z")
I have noticed that there were a few options to the eagle crest on the Crimson Guard uniform from the WW 2 Italian SPQR eagle to 3D printed pins. In my build, one of the things I wanted to do was create a more accurate m… --- ## [Baroness costume for SDCC 2025](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/baroness-costume-for-sdcc-2025/1286)
**Author:** [@sewage666](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/sewage666)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 1:50am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/baroness-costume-for-sdcc-2025/1286 "2026-03-08T01:50:50Z")
When I got to be Torch at SDCC, my gf decided she wanted to cosplay a G.I. Joe character she’d planned to do for a long time :blush: Demonia boots, American Apparel bodysuit, a corset, leather phone holster from Mr… --- ## [WIP Mutt armguard](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-mutt-armguard/553)
**Author:** [@Scarecrow1121](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Scarecrow1121)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2026, 5:29am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-mutt-armguard/553 "2026-01-10T05:29:42Z")
I’m putting together a Mutt v1. I have a lot of the stuff I need, but I was struggling with the armguard. I decided to try to make it out of EVA foam. I still need to paint it and add some padding strips to the back of… --- ## [These fluffies are fatal](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/these-fluffies-are-fatal/1309)
**Author:** [@sewage666](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/sewage666)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 12, 2025, 11:12pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/these-fluffies-are-fatal/1309 "2025-10-12T23:12:44Z")
I wasn’t sure I would have it done in time, but I managed to finish my fatal fluffy costume for the Cold Slither show in New York!! My gf’s brother was kind enough to wear it for the performance and I got to wear it at N… --- ## [Who makes a classic Destro costume](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/who-makes-a-classic-destro-costume/1255)
**Author:** [@YaYPizza](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/YaYPizza)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 27, 2025, 5:44pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/who-makes-a-classic-destro-costume/1255 "2025-03-27T17:44:23Z")
Who can I contact to commission a classic destro custom? I already have the mask, --- ## [WIP Gnawgahyde (V1/CUSTOM)](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-gnawgahyde-v1-custom/741)
**Author:** [@VFS](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/VFS)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 13, 2024, 2:34pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-gnawgahyde-v1-custom/741 "2024-09-13T14:34:33Z")
DISCLAIMER: This is not an approvable example for membership into the Finest. I’m sharing my build for fun. Do not follow this exactly for membership. I want to start off by saying this is not a canon approvable costume… --- ## [Viper shoulder pads](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/viper-shoulder-pads/1201)
**Author:** [@Prubierac](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Prubierac)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [April 11, 2024, 8:16pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/viper-shoulder-pads/1201 "2024-04-11T20:16:24Z")
Hello everyone. I’m trying to make the shoulder pads for my viper suit (as you can see on the pic) and they haven’t convinced me, especially regarding the grip system. Do you sew them directly to the vest or do you use … --- ## [Helmet builds finally in the works](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/helmet-builds-finally-in-the-works/1192)
**Author:** [@Jaws2577](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Jaws2577)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 10, 2024, 7:20pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/helmet-builds-finally-in-the-works/1192 "2024-03-10T19:20:00Z")
Finally started printing helmets for Cobra Troopers and playing around with a Crimson Guard helmet will have to post pics when the raw version is complete . --- ## [Snow Serpent (Rise of Cobra V10) Build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/snow-serpent-rise-of-cobra-v10-build/770)
**Author:** [@ripley](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/ripley)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [July 26, 2023, 3:18am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/snow-serpent-rise-of-cobra-v10-build/770 "2023-07-26T03:18:40Z")
Snow Serpent (Rise of Cobra v10) Build Here are some of my resources, pictures, and “what I dids” for this build. The entire build with a little more detail is on Pinterest here: https://www.pinterest.com/nixlyn/cosplay… --- ## [Bombstrike Jenn from PA](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/bombstrike-jenn-from-pa/1112)
**Author:** [@Jennifer\_Oaks](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Jennifer_Oaks)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2023, 11:46am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/bombstrike-jenn-from-pa/1112 "2023-06-16T11:46:05Z")
Here are some of the pics of my WIP I shared on the Facebook group: Jenn from PA --- ## [WIP: Cobra Tactical Trooper (TXPriest)](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-cobra-tactical-trooper-txpriest/1074)
**Author:** [@TXPriest](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/TXPriest)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [May 27, 2023, 12:41pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-cobra-tactical-trooper-txpriest/1074 "2023-05-27T12:41:06Z")
Working on tuning my kit before submitting for approval. Current update: working on final filler/sanding stage for helmet. Once that is complete, I will be painting and then should be ready for submission. for some rea… --- ## [Classified B.A.T](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/classified-b-a-t/1097)
**Author:** [@B.A.T.91](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/B.A.T.91)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 4, 2023, 5:00am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/classified-b-a-t/1097 "2023-04-04T05:00:00Z")
This is my version of the Classified series B.A.T. I had a great time making it. I wanted to give a nod to the original with the color schemes and add some of my personal ideas such as electronics in the backpack and che… --- ## [New trooper build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/new-trooper-build/1049)
**Author:** [@Wesclone](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Wesclone)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 10, 2023, 2:33am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/new-trooper-build/1049 "2023-01-10T02:33:55Z")
Hi everyone, Wes here. Retired Army currently working IT and living in San Antonio, TX. I’ve been costuming for just over 20 years. Been with the 501st mostly, but I was with the previous Cobra group back In the day a… --- ## [POC Cobra Shock Trooper](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/poc-cobra-shock-trooper/194)
**Author:** [@Kev011](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Kev011)\ **Replies:** 27\ **Last updated:** [November 4, 2022, 10:10am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/poc-cobra-shock-trooper/194 "2022-11-04T10:10:30Z")
I’m working towards a possible Field Manual for the Pursuit of Cobra Shock Trooper costume. I know this figure has been under some scrutiny in the past from where it fits into the GI Joe world among other Vipers of the l… --- ## [Firefly cosplay](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/firefly-cosplay/1042)
**Author:** [@S.C.O.R.P.I.O.N](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/S.C.O.R.P.I.O.N)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 2, 2022, 3:04pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/firefly-cosplay/1042 "2022-11-02T15:04:49Z")
Hi everyone, Iam doing a Firefly cosplay, not only the Classic Style but also my own additions to it. Not only is this my first post in the forum, but is also my first Cosplay. Thank you --- ## [WIP Cobra Trooper (v15)](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-cobra-trooper-v15/551)
**Author:** [@VFS](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/VFS)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [September 7, 2022, 8:17pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-cobra-trooper-v15/551 "2022-09-07T20:17:09Z")
I’m undertaking a new build and need some help! I’m thinking about building a Cobra Trooper V15 Specifically, the h-harness is very unique. I think I’ll start with the standard condor h-harness that most of our t… --- ## [V1 Vice Admiral Keel Haul costume build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/v1-vice-admiral-keel-haul-costume-build/727)
**Author:** [@Raynstroyk\_Czar](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Raynstroyk_Czar)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [August 30, 2022, 1:44pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/v1-vice-admiral-keel-haul-costume-build/727 "2022-08-30T13:44:55Z")
Here are the parts I used for my Keel Haul. The jacket is a used brown leather jacket that looked close to what the figure had. I added the Keel Haul patch made by me (artwork provided by Ron Rudat), 3 stars (what a… --- ## [Fighting Fifth Steel Brigade](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/fighting-fifth-steel-brigade/964)
**Author:** [@SteelBrigadier](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/SteelBrigadier)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [July 28, 2022, 1:33pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/fighting-fifth-steel-brigade/964 "2022-07-28T13:33:55Z")
Current progress. Printed helmet, visor, Garrison Patch, spare Stanley Steemer trousers. This will hopefully be my entry costume. As you can see, the trousers are ‘pre-weathered’ from a couple years of carpet and… --- ## [Crimson guard build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/crimson-guard-build/1005)
**Author:** [@Sargesloth](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Sargesloth)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [July 12, 2022, 2:27am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/crimson-guard-build/1005 "2022-07-12T02:27:36Z")
Can anyone give me suggestions or answers on a few items for a Crimson guard build please Helmet for purchase Proper buttons Silver cobra insignia for the collar Thanks for the help. Hail Cobra! --- ## [5284 - G.I. Joe Flint Sideshow variant](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/5284-g-i-joe-flint-sideshow-variant/962)
**Author:** [@5284-Kim](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/5284-Kim)\ **Replies:** 16\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2022, 10:05pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/5284-g-i-joe-flint-sideshow-variant/962 "2022-05-21T22:05:47Z")
Product link: Note: Could not find Flint’s beret flash, so I ordered the generic 7th SFG flash as a place holder until a better option becomes available Flint’s rank is listed from E-6 through to WO-3 & WO-4. For … --- ## [Keel Haul V2 WIP](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/keel-haul-v2-wip/963)
**Author:** [@worstactionhero](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/worstactionhero)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [March 21, 2022, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/keel-haul-v2-wip/963 "2022-03-21T18:52:39Z")
I have an odd reason for wanting to do the V.2 Keel Haul, and the most daunting part for me has to be Ghost Strikers image on the back, so that is what I am doing first. Keep in mind this is all stenciling and painting b… --- ## [USS Flagg Crewman](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/uss-flagg-crewman/916)
**Author:** [@worstactionhero](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/worstactionhero)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2022, 6:58pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/uss-flagg-crewman/916 "2022-02-20T18:58:34Z")
One of the things that has blown me away the most about The Finest is the Field Manuals for the common characters. They are probably one of the finest references I have seen for costume guidance supplying information on … --- ## [Cobra trooper chest flap pics needed](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-trooper-chest-flap-pics-needed/853)
**Author:** [@Scarecrow1121](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Scarecrow1121)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [February 20, 2022, 2:47pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-trooper-chest-flap-pics-needed/853 "2022-02-20T14:47:24Z")
I’ve found a seamstress to make the chest flap for my Cobra trooper. I showed her the pics that are in the field manual to describe what I want, and I think she has the right idea. My concern is that the pics in the fie… --- ## [Cobra Rock Viper v4 Build (WIP)](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-rock-viper-v4-build-wip/742)
**Author:** [@Raynstroyk\_Czar](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Raynstroyk_Czar)\ **Replies:** 29\ **Last updated:** [February 6, 2022, 9:46pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-rock-viper-v4-build-wip/742 "2022-02-06T21:46:43Z")
So, for the longest time I’ve wanted to build a modern Rock Viper. I already have most of the parts from other costumes. Below is my progress. I will do a complete breakdown when I am finished and satisfied. I’… [Next page](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/tag/costume-build/2.md?match_all_tags=true&page=1&tags%5B%5D=costume-build)