# \#costume-wip **URL:** https://forum.thefinestcc.com/tag/costume-wip/1.md [Latest](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/categories.md) · [Tags](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/tags.md) --- ## [My WIP Cobra Commander](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/my-wip-cobra-commander/1317)
**Author:** [@Dino](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Dino)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2026, 2:40pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/my-wip-cobra-commander/1317 "2026-07-01T14:40:24Z")
I am new here. Trying to start a thread about my build. --- ## [Cobra Commander Build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-commander-build/941)
**Author:** [@KagatoCosplay](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/KagatoCosplay)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [April 28, 2026, 11:02pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-commander-build/941 "2026-04-28T23:02:26Z")
On a whim in the midst of isolation, I ordered the new Cobra Commander helmet from Gamestop. When the helmet arrived, it had issues, there was effectively no chrome on the visor. A little back and forth with GS support a… --- ## [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… --- ## [Backblast costume WIP](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/backblast-costume-wip/1294)
**Author:** [@Nuke\_Simek](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Nuke_Simek)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [September 11, 2025, 3:58pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/backblast-costume-wip/1294 "2025-09-11T15:58:56Z")
I wanted to try a unique character. I have some fine-tuning to do before submission. And a few minor details to take care of but I debuted what I had at Dragon Con 2025 and hope to be complete soon! --- ## [Question about custom costumes](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/question-about-custom-costumes/1271)
**Author:** [@ShadowWolf](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/ShadowWolf)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 29, 2025, 3:37am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/question-about-custom-costumes/1271 "2025-06-29T03:37:26Z")
Can custom costumes be approved as a Official to be a member? --- ## [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… --- ## [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… --- ## [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… --- ## [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… --- ## [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… --- ## [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’… --- ## [Cobra Trooper Shirt](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-trooper-shirt/938)
**Author:** [@Roadblock1983](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Roadblock1983)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [January 25, 2022, 9:02pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-trooper-shirt/938 "2022-01-25T21:02:46Z")
Just Dropped off my Uniform Top off to have the bib/front flap done and Cobra Patches sewed on. The old Asian couple were very patient with me trying to explain what exactly I needed. Probably took about 30 minutes. I w… --- ## [Cobra Trooper/Officer/Scarface WIP](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-trooper-officer-scarface-wip/780)
**Author:** [@BPS516](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/BPS516)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [January 20, 2022, 2:38pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/cobra-trooper-officer-scarface-wip/780 "2022-01-20T14:38:21Z")
Starting on a costume with a front flap that can be swapped out to have either the Red or Silver sigil on it. I want to ultimately be able to use it for Scarface which would need most of a cobra officer look but a Red s… --- ## [5284 - Cobra Officer WIP](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/5284-cobra-officer-wip/615)
**Author:** [@5284-Kim](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/5284-Kim)\ **Replies:** 51\ **Last updated:** [October 18, 2021, 11:56am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/5284-cobra-officer-wip/615 "2021-10-18T11:56:37Z")
Posting updates here before I forget: Beret = acquired Flash & badge = acquired Mask/neckseal = acquired Rank bars = ordered, in transit Sigils = ordered, in transit Nomex Gloves = acquired BDU’s = ordered, in tra… --- ## [Mindbender work in progress](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/mindbender-work-in-progress/840)
**Author:** [@Dr.Fenderbender](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Dr.Fenderbender)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [September 22, 2021, 5:14pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/mindbender-work-in-progress/840 "2021-09-22T17:14:08Z")
So I am going to start working in my mindbender costume. I got the hair (or lack there of) got the mustache. I had the Monica but it was a cheap monocle, now my question is with the chain groin piece any ideas how to mak… --- ## [V54 Snake Eyes (Commando)](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/v54-snake-eyes-commando/561)
**Author:** [@Raynstroyk\_Czar](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Raynstroyk_Czar)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [February 25, 2021, 10:09pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/v54-snake-eyes-commando/561 "2021-02-25T22:09:09Z")
Snake Eyes v54 (commando) This is ABSOLUTELY my #lastcostume. It’s one that I’ve wanted to do since I’ve started this Finest costuming gig. It’s my 13th and final Joe themed costume. Still have things to do. I’m not … --- ## [Steam-Roller build](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/steam-roller-build/724)
**Author:** [@MainFrame](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/MainFrame)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [January 31, 2021, 3:01am UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/steam-roller-build/724 "2021-01-31T03:01:46Z")
This is a fairly simple build for the inexperienced and is also a very inexpensive build if your a first timer or on a budget. I will post links for the items i used Total build was roughly about $120 Scratch build ha… --- ## [WIP Range Viper (v4)](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-range-viper-v4/583)
**Author:** [@viper559](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/viper559)\ **Replies:** 11\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2021, 3:37pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/wip-range-viper-v4/583 "2021-01-23T15:37:48Z")
I’m currently working on my Range Viper I got from Kenilworth Props. I’ve found pretty much everything I’m going to need to complete this within the next few months.Trying to find stuff that matched the color scheme was … --- ## [Firefly build - work in progress](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/firefly-build-work-in-progress/539)
**Author:** [@Kev011](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/u/Kev011)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [May 17, 2020, 1:12pm UTC](https://forum.thefinestcc.com/t/firefly-build-work-in-progress/539 "2020-05-17T13:12:32Z")
It’s been really quiet around here so I thought I’d drop in with a new post. I started this costume the day after my first con with the finest where I was inspired to get going on what’s next. Firefly has always been a …