GLIMMER

Original Stormtrooper
Glimmer Helmet

Cast from the original 1976 moulds, the Glimmer of New Hope is based on the Hero Helmet. The Hero helmet was used by the leading actors in ANH and incorporates a number of distinct facial characteristics.

FIND OUT MORE TECH SPECS

SUMMARY

CHROME

“WHAT PLANET DID THIS COME FROM?...”

Ralph McQuarrie’s concept sketches portrayed the Stormtrooper as a metallic like character. This was not feasible at the time and so Andrew has produced the SDS Signature piece that pays homage to what could have been. The helmet boasts all the features of our exceptional Hero Helmet.
LOW-BROW

“Lowering the brow over the blister eyes created a menacing look...”

With the lowered brow of the Hero helmet, the Glimmer really does relate to a concept that was just too difficult to make at the time.
EAR PIECE

“BRIDGE THE GAP...”

The ear piece was developed to cover the join between the front and rear helmet mouldings.

They gave the helmet presence, like a lion's mane whilst simultaneously giving the impression of a communications device, by way of the raised vertical grid.
BLISTER EYES

“futuristic,three
dimensional vision...”

The eye lenses have the iconic blister effect, adding to the authentic look from the Hero helmet. Made from dark grey translucent acrylic, they embed an even more sinister attitude to the character.
HAND PAINTED

“METICULOUS DETAIL...”

Meticulously hand-painted matt black chevrons, cheeks and temples are a unique feature for this signature addition. The mouth and ears are had painted along with the extended frown, as in the Stunt Helmet. The frown on this character is hand painted in black.
MIC TIPS

“FUTURISTIC COMMUNICATION...”

"The 'Hovi Mix Pa 2,' also known as Mic Tips, are now 3D printed, meticulously modelled from the original part. Initially, Andrew tried crafting the Mic Tips using vacuum-formed plastic, but they lacked the precision and sharpness he desired. Seeking a more straightforward solution, he visited his favourite greebles shop, the Wheelhouse in Hounslow. There, he stumbled upon an unusual sink cleaning attachment called the Swirlerator, marked with the part number 'Hovi Mix Pa 2.' It turned out to be perfect."