TheEgo Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 if I manage to get my hands on a real IBH shell You'd be better off sticking it on Ebay and taking the money and buy a real OPS-Core Ballistic helmet and have money left over. If I recall correctly from the info that was out on the interwebz, not many actually made into circulation (< 1000), but it ended up in plenty of photo's of Seals etc.... Hence a few years ago, it was the cool guy helmet to have. Now it's all about the Ops-Core. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ctres94 Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Cephas, that helmet looks totally legit. Nice job and great guide, I love the look of the FAST helmet. I am curious about the mounting points for the arc rails on the ibh. Did you use the original back holes and drill new holes in the front, because on an ibh the front mounting holes would be on the part you cut off. If you did make new holes, which I see no way around, how did you firgure out where to drill them? also, are you going to add the bungee cord retention lanyards coming from the arc like on the real deal? I would also like to mention that you can actually find a lot of the supplies out there for cheaper than you paid. (at least without shipping) As I was scanning ehobby, I noticed that nearly all of the needed components could be bought there for cheaper than you paid. Granted, most of these items are out of stock right now, but I thought I'd point it out, so here goes. Ibh helmet (not king arms, but i doubt that it matters) $26 http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/combat-gears/helmets-nvg-related/ea-gear-ibh-usmc-helmet-with-nvg-goggle-mount-olive-drab-type-2-simple-ver.html Ops core shroud $16 http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/combat-gears/helmets-nvg-related/ea-op-style-night-vision-helmet-mount-khaki.html ARC rail set $8 http://shop.ehobbyasia.com/combat-gears/helmets-nvg-related/big-dragon-arc-helmet-rail-tan.html Total=$50 for helmet, mount and shroud+approx. $65 for velcro and x nape and you end up paying only $115 rather than $190. Even though these things aren't all in stock on ehobby, you could probably find them on one of the other hk sites. after I just typed all that, look what I found! http://dragonredairsoft.com/catalog/product_info.php?cPath=33_40&products_id=136 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
frogfish Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 (edited) You'd be better off sticking it on Ebay and taking the money and buy a real OPS-Core Ballistic helmet and have money left over. If I recall correctly from the info that was out on the interwebz, not many actually made into circulation (< 1000), but it ended up in plenty of photo's of Seals etc.... Hence a few years ago, it was the cool guy helmet to have. Now it's all about the Ops-Core. I have a lead on a cheap IBH shell right now, just have to make sure the seller is actually legit.... I'd love to get an airframe over the OPS-core ballistic, so if an IBH is worth that much I may build it up and sell it to get an airframe. Edited February 22, 2011 by frogfish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
master_titled Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Yeah, good luck getting a real IBH. IIRC, the last one I saw on eBay went for a ~$1k+ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
frogfish Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 (edited) Well this guy thinks it's something else but he dosen't sound like someone who knows modern gear, he's sent pics my way and it is an IBH shell, but he's been kinda flaky, I've just got to nail down a time to meet with him and make sure it's real. He claims it's not typical laid up kevlar weave but that it is "bulletproof material" but you never know, he could have some old airsofter's helmet, but it looks beat up and old. With the price he's asking for it it's worth it even if it's fake. Edited February 22, 2011 by frogfish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Cephas Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 Thanks for the compliments guys. @ Frogfish, if you can find an IBH keep it or sell it for lots of dough. ILC Dover the manufacturer of the IBH only made 741 pieces. @ ctres94, great finds. I wonder if the rails they come with rail mounts and winglocks. Hopefully those rails will get back in stock, I would like to build another one. The drilling points I found by placing the rail as low as possible, touching the apex of the ear cutout and then leveling it as much as possible. That way if you need to cut away more material it gives you some room. Also what helped me a lot was reference pics from all sides. Militarymorons.com has excellent pics that depict all the angles.The only negative about that IBH with the side rails are the ballistic screw holes. You could fill them up with hot glue, sand, and paint. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ctres94 Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 cephas, thanks for the info on drilling new holes, sounds quite simple actually. I'm not sure what you mean by the ballistic screw holes though. Do you mean the rear harness mounts? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
C.J.Fox Posted February 22, 2011 Report Share Posted February 22, 2011 USMC LWH - Woodland MARPAT (Impression) - PASGT * - GENTEX USMC Suspension System - Woodland MARPAT Cover * - Cats Eye Band - PVS-14 PASGT Mount Plate (Secured with strap) - PVS-14 'Rhino' Arm * *Replica My attempt at the overall shape and size of the USMC LWH, using an old (and arguably best) J-Tech PASGT replicas. I've since changed the cover to one of the reversible Woodland/Desert MARPAT variety and removed the Krylon from the Rhino Arm. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TerranCmdr Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 Nice lid! Pics of my new MICH coming soon. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
C.J.Fox Posted February 23, 2011 Report Share Posted February 23, 2011 Hmm, a MICH you say? Well, I may as well keep the ball rolling then. MICH 2000 - USMC FR - MICH 2000 * - MSA Chinstrap - MSA / Oregon Aero Pads - Norotos 3-Point NVG Mount * - Norotos PVS-14 'Rhino' Arm - Tan Velcro - Paint (Khaki / Med Brown) *Replicas Quote Link to post Share on other sites
binarypunisher Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 Real IBH are easily worth well over $2k.. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
C.J.Fox Posted February 24, 2011 Report Share Posted February 24, 2011 I seen Cephas' post the other day and thought it looked like an awesome piece of custom work, kudos to him. But I'm only just realising now that I've an old IBH replica kicking about the place in dire need of some love. Hmm, new project me thinks, as I've been looking for an excuse to get some of the Ops-Core straps for a while! In the meantime, here's another one from my collection (apologies for the not so great camera work)... just to keep you all amused. MICH 2000 - USMC FR update of my previous MICH with a few optional extras. - MICH 2000 * - MSA Chinstrap - MSA / Oregon Aero Pads - Norotos 3-Point NVG Mount * - FSBE II MICH Reversible MARPAT Cover - ESS NVG Goggles (Tan) *Replicas Quote Link to post Share on other sites
frogfish Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 So I couldn't tell if the IBH was legit or not but the guy went up to $150 as a price and that was beyond what I was willing to pay to take a chance on. However I finally got in all the parts for my CVC, I still have an MLPS and a S&S V-lite on the way as well as a EOG mini admin/battery pouch in MC. Here are some shots. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ericfine50 Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 Are you getting the legit MPLS? Have you seen the MPLS Switch (2 LED version)? Thank you Eric Quote Link to post Share on other sites
frogfish Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 (edited) I've seen the switch on Greygroup (the only place I can find a v-lite) but I can find the one LED MLPS for $30 on amazon and the two goes for about $60 so I went for the one LED version. Edited February 25, 2011 by frogfish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ericfine50 Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 US Cav has the Switch as well (52.00 I think) EBAirsoft has a MPLS-Clone for 20.00 you found the V-Lite for 30? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
frogfish Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 (edited) V-lite the cheapest I've found was $39 at grey group, the one LED MLPS is on Amazon for $30 before shipping. Edited February 25, 2011 by frogfish Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spence52490 Posted February 25, 2011 Report Share Posted February 25, 2011 (edited) Edited February 25, 2011 by spence52490 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
hessu75 Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 Awwww, Cute nightlight at the background. Heheee! Cheers -Hessu- Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spence52490 Posted February 26, 2011 Report Share Posted February 26, 2011 I think that night light was actually more than my helmet Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spetsnazdave87 Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 Large para helmet with ddpm cover, choco-chip scrim net and inner tube. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spetsnazdave87 Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 Large para helmet with ddpm cover, choco-chip scrim net and inner tube. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
-Angel- Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 Only suggestion I would have is take the foliage loops off the cover. I did mine the same way as you and after some online persuasion went for it. Looks much better afterward. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
spetsnazdave87 Posted March 2, 2011 Report Share Posted March 2, 2011 Hmm i was thinking about it, will take em off. Cheers for the tip! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
binarypunisher Posted March 4, 2011 Report Share Posted March 4, 2011 Updated with new swing arm and MPLS: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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