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How to Make a Mandalorian Helmet | EASY Trick for a Metal Finish On Your 3D Prints!

Frankly Built

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Welcome everyone to the long anticipated Mandalorian Helmet Tutorial!
Now some of you may already recall I made a short 2 part build series 2+ years ago about making a Mando Helmet. But it's a little dated at this point and my post-processing method has gotten significantly better!

Not only that but I've discovered an awesome way to get a BEAUTIFUL Metallic finish on props and cosplay using Graphite powder! No, I absolutely did NOT invent this method, it's just something that's been around in the community for a while now. And today I'd like to show you how I apply a "Graphite Rub" onto a Mando helmet!

Also, 95% of this video can be utilized even if you plan to paint your helmet an alternative way! Alumaluster, Duralumen, Spray Paint, etc! All these methods STILL require a smooth finish and a Glossy Black Base coat! Plus How to make a Visor, Printing Tips, etc! ALL included here!

So buckle up and let me show you the way, man!

....Wait, it's that Knuckles...?

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20 Comments

@Thatbrandonguy 3 years ago

"Sand paper is cheaper than primer" - I actually hadn't thought about it that way, but that's a solid thought process! Love it

@slickweng 3 years ago

"Don't turn this into a contest. I printed mine in 20 hours. Shut up."

So glad you said it. It seems like every community has that dynamic going on.

Love your work Frank, but I stay for the attitude and acceptance that you display.

For orange peel, depending on your timeline, I've been able to layer just about every type of paint after giving sufficient cure time. When I say "cure" I mean CURE. Rule of thumb is to smell the piece and if it smells like paint it's not cured. If you've got the time, let it sit for a week or two before throwing another coat down and it's nearly 100% successful.

@factcheck5017 1 year ago

Makes it look so easy.. keep forgetting this is probably his 500th helmet….

@BLISSZONE 3 years ago

As soon as I clicked on the video, I got a 3-D printer ad

@peniwuzhere 3 years ago

The process of the graphite rub was absolutely mesmerizing to watch. So satisfying to see the silver just appear

@sunkeluppen8207 2 years ago

Haha didn‘t find the comment yet so i leave it here. „THIS IS THE WAY!“

@radish6691 3 years ago

Most concise, clear zero-to-finished tutorial I’ve seen!

@ScottyDuzKnow 2 months ago

You know someone is a master of their craft when they make something very complex look extremely simple

@statesrights01 2 years ago

Had worked in a body shop years ago, Yeah.. your right about the paint and sanding part and yep, it takes time. What impressed me about this vid (other than the fact that the helmet looks absolutely awesome) is how you keep it simple. You give your thoughts and instructions and your too the point. Thanks so much. Just seen for the first time and I'll be looking forward to watching more.

@ronald_the_forgotten 3 months ago

Man seeing that shiny black Mando helmet... Sith Mando?? Might be a fun cosplay.

@meadmaker4525 2 years ago

That graphite rub finish was fantastic. Really gives that worn metal, almost pewter look. And with a helmet like this one, you're right, any imperfections become "battle damage," and it works really well. Beautifully done!!

@Sav1R- 3 years ago

love to see you promoting galactic armory, feels like the two youtubers that got me into 3d printing made a collab of some sort.

@Roheryn05 3 years ago

Great video! I have referred back to this video as I printed and painted my Mando helmet and armor. Keep doing what you're doing. Also, I am with you on the "Shut up on how many hours it took." It's a hobby, at least to me, and it is supposed to be fun. It's not a competition. We all learn from each other, that's how it should be.

@sithinstructor 3 years ago

The black mesh in office supplies, like trash cans and pencil holders, is a great way to block the view of your face/eyes. Cut it to the same shape of the visor and attach it under. You can see through it fine, cause it is right next to your eyes, but it blocks light enough that even a camera flash won't expose your face.