First Build // Halo Reach/Infinite Mark V(B)

[Cyno]

Original Post: January 3rd, 2025

I have been a Halo fan basically my entire life. I wanted to start this project a long time ago but my printer was broken and due to no repair experience, I was too scared to touch it. I finally fixed it and started this build. I only have my one CR-10 so printing is slow but this is what I am basing my build off of.

I like the colors but I will probably change them up just a little.

This is my armor smith layout. The armor files are from Nerd Forge Designs, the helmet from Galactic Armory, and the shoulder files from Moe.
I think the shoulders are a little big and I'm not too sure about the knife yet.

I started around the 28th of November and this is what I have gotten done so far. The back will be done printing by tomorrow morning.

I have started sanding the base print a few parts at a time. I just graduated and I'm in the middle of moving so progress may slow down for a bit but I plan to start Bondo and spray filling once I get settled. I want to keep this thread updated on my progress, specifically big steps and to help me stay on track.

My biggest fear is the soft parts, the visor, and major connection points. I'm not super worried about the under suit looking spot on since this is mainly for a hobby but id like a good ab area and possibly the neck seal.

I would love recommendations from anyone with experience for any part of the project. Excited to see how this turns out.

 

[SgtSaint]

Looks like you're off to a good start. Some may squawk about the CR10 line, but I've always loved my CR10s-5 and its a great DIY servicable machine.

I'm a little concerned about those thigh pieces though. The look oversize both around and in length. I'm picturing them locking up your hip range of motion and maybe the knees. Did you do a cross-section view to see how much room you have?

 

[Cyno]

Looks like you're off to a good start. Some may squawk about the CR10 line, but I've always loved my CR10s-5 and its a great DIY servicable machine.

I'm a little concerned about those thigh pieces though. The look oversize both around and in length. I'm picturing them locking up your hip range of motion and maybe the knees. Did you do a cross-section view to see how much room you have?
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What do you mean by the cross section view? I dont see that anywhere.

Also I agree that they look like they may be a little big. I just feel that they look weird when i make them any shorter. I did a test ring and the circumference could probably go down a little.

 

[SgtSaint]

> What do you mean by the cross section view?
Did you see the cut-away of the helmet on that post? That is a cross-section where you can see the profile of a shape.

Cross section (geometry) - Wikipedia

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Like this is a cross-section of a screw going into something.

 

[CTN04529]

Great work so far! Love that black with the red accents. Best of luck on the rest of your build!

 

[Cyno]

> What do you mean by the cross section view?
Did you see the cut-away of the helmet on that post? That is a cross-section where you can see the profile of a shape.

Cross section (geometry) - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Like this is a cross-section of a screw going into something.
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I think I did what you mean and it looks ok but maybe a little clunky. I shorted the thighs a bit and did another test ring with a slightly smaller circumference. I think it will be good now. Im 2 days away from moving so it will be a while before the thighs are printed anyway. Thanks for the recommendation.

 

[Cyno]

Original Post: January 3rd, 2025

I have been a Halo fan basically my entire life. I wanted to start this project a long time ago but my printer was broken and due to no repair experience, I was too scared to touch it. I finally fixed it and started this build. I only have my one CR-10 so printing is slow but this is what I am basing my build off of.

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I like the colors but I will probably change them up just a little.

This is my armor smith layout. The armor files are from Nerd Forge Designs, the helmet from Galactic Armory, and the shoulder files from Moe.
I think the shoulders are a little big and I'm not too sure about the knife yet.

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I started around the 28th of November and this is what I have gotten done so far. The back will be done printing by tomorrow morning.

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I have started sanding the base print a few parts at a time. I just graduated and I'm in the middle of moving so progress may slow down for a bit but I plan to start Bondo and spray filling once I get settled. I want to keep this thread updated on my progress, specifically big steps and to help me stay on track.

My biggest fear is the soft parts, the visor, and major connection points. I'm not super worried about the under suit looking spot on since this is mainly for a hobby but id like a good ab area and possibly the neck seal.

I would love recommendations from anyone with experience for any part of the project. Excited to see how this turns out.

January 23rd, 2025 update:

I just graduated and moved for my job so its been slow. It also doesn't help that is cold and I cant spray any primers or paints on the pieces. I have printed out the helmet and glued it together but I'm having trouble with the small details not fitting. I am experimenting with different scales since they only take a few grams of filament. My printer has also been banished to the garage so I had to get this enclosure for the cold and dust.

I still have to print out the thighs, knees, calves, boots, and shoulder pads. I am also looking at printing a magnum and BR or shotgun (maybe both). Luckily I can work on the seams with bondo and also try to get the rigging right. I am also thinking about using bondo and acetone mixture to cover the layer lines on larger surfaces.

Any recommendations regarding this or anything else are more than appreciated.

 

[SigmaProps]

That helmet print looks pretty darn clean! Nice to see this build progressing again. To add to the confusion regarding your thigh scaling, bared off your original post they look good to me. The thighs on Mark V (B) just happen to ride about that thigh, so from the perspective of in game accuracy you're doing a great job!

 

[Cyno]

January 23rd, 2025 update:

I just graduated and moved for my job so its been slow. It also doesn't help that is cold and I cant spray any primers or paints on the pieces. I have printed out the helmet and glued it together but I'm having trouble with the small details not fitting. I am experimenting with different scales since they only take a few grams of filament. My printer has also been banished to the garage so I had to get this enclosure for the cold and dust.

I still have to print out the thighs, knees, calves, boots, and shoulder pads. I am also looking at printing a magnum and BR or shotgun (maybe both). Luckily I can work on the seams with bondo and also try to get the rigging right. I am also thinking about using bondo and acetone mixture to cover the layer lines on larger surfaces.

Any recommendations regarding this or anything else are more than appreciated.

March 9th, 2025 Update:

I now have everything except the security shoulder and weapons printed out. My straps and buckles come in today so I get to start rigging. I'm not entirely sure how to do that since I have no knowledge of sewing or tools to do it. I think I'm just going to go with e6000 and superglue. I have buckles and I'm printing off other pieces to help out. I have no idea where to start so we are winging it.

I ran into a problem where the calves are slightly too tight around the upper calf. I used a hairdryer to heat the plastic up and bend it out slightly. This feels much better but I may need to do it a little more. I will see once I get everything rigged. I'm also thinking I may have this issue with the biceps as well. They fit very snug so getting a buckle in there will be troublesome.

I have been sanding and filling for the last month but its been raining basically every other day so its hard to get out and do that. I made a makeshift sink for wet sanding. I took a old plastic tote bin and poked a hole in the bottom to let it drain. I clamped my hose to the side and got a nozzle so i could control the pressure from there. Bang. I got an outdoor sink for sanding.

The most intimidating pieces right now are the belt and the boots. I don't know how I'm going to connect the belt in a way that's both comfortable and actually holds up well. The boots i have an idea but I don't know if it will work.

All of the armor files other than the helmet and the commando shoulder pad are from NerdForgeDesigns if you want to look at the files.

Again, any help or recommendations are appreciated

 

[JamesAdams]

Let me start by saying great build!

As for the belt, I'm currently working on this as well. I've got slots in my pieces to run a 1inch nylon strap through them to essentially wear it like an actual belt. Then I'll be holding it up via the chest harness. This also gives me a point to attach the thigh pieces. This VERY rudimentary sketch may help:

As for the boots... are you wearing actual boots underneath or more of an athletic shoe? I built mine in front and back pieces similar to how it appears you printed yours. I simply attached the front to the back via some 1 inch elastic straps so it can stretch over the top of my footwear. You can slightly see it in this picture between the boot pieces. This might be an option for you.

Keep up the great work. I look forward to seeing the full suit up!