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This auction is for an EXTREMELY RARE and extremely authentically finished Darth Vader chest armor replica from The Empire Strikes Back.

It is a one-off cast from an actual production made OT armor set, a first generation piece with no warping or bending that even the most authentic armor castings suffer from usually. It is literally 100% the only piece exactly like this in the world. It has been expertly finished by a prop handler from the UK who is connected to Elstree Studio where the film was filmed, and who has extensively researched, cataloged, and owns some of the OT props, and handled the real Vader ESB pieces. He is one of the worlds Vader experts. 

This is one of my most prized possessions. I have to sell this due to serious financial troubles, but it kills me to do so. It was previously written into my will and insured for quite a bit of money. 

This armor is literarily closer to the real deal than most of the helmets touring the world in the Star Wars costume exhibits and on display at Lucasfilm. This is a true rarity, and once-in-a-lifetime-type of chance to own this item. 

This fiberglass armor is casting is very very thick and sturdy. It has the sharp and thick middle section with the crisp edges, which even the most authentic castings do not have. It features detail so sharp and strong that is can only come from the real deal. The shoulder bells are equally thick and crisp. Even with full paint applied in the correct two-tone paint-scheme, you can see the marks where the original piece was first sculpted. The grain and grit inside all the proper edges, scratches, and blemishes that the real pieces all had. It completely shames any authentic armor casting i have seen before in its attention to detail and accuracy. Correct hand-polished paint scheme WITHOUT a clear coat, just like the original. It does not have and sort of padding or strapping inside it, as it was never even displayed.

PLEASE READ: This armor was internally cracked by the prop master who finished it, near the upper right (when looking at it) collar gunmetal area. It has been repaired and reinforced by him, but is still slightly visible in certain lighting situations at certain angles. I have tried to capture it when it is MOST noticable and highlighted it with red circles in several pictures. It does not detract from the piece at all though, and would be covered by the cape in a life-size display in all likelihood. I am just making the buyer explicitly aware of this. The rarity of this piece makes this a small blemish on the excellent nature of this piece. 

THIS AUCTION IS FOR THE ARMOR ONLY!! Check my other listings for the ESB helmet  that accompanies this armor set.

I am open to working a deal for one or both pieces. Please feel free to contact me about that as long as you are being reasonable and considering the rarity of this piece. 

THIS ITEM IS NOT AVAILABLE TO BUYERS LIVING OUTSIDE THE CONT. 48 UNITED STATES!

Shipping is pricey for a reason! keep that in mind! this is a rarity and must be shipped and insured properly!

All sales are final. No returns under any circumstances.
In the unlikely event of damage to the item in shipping, buyer agrees to being solely responsible for making the insurance claim on their end without me needing to be involved.

Buyer is responsible for asking any and all other questions before bidding/purchasing.