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Fallout Prop Progress Report: Euclid’s C-Finder, Hand Grenade, and Combat Armor Helmet

Hey everyone! Time for another update on my Fallout prop replicas. I’ve been juggling three builds lately: Euclid’s C-Finder from Fallout 3, a classic Fallout 3 hand grenade, and a Fallout 4 combat armor helmet I’m making for my wife. All three are 3D printed in ABS—because I’d rather put in the time sanding than fight with PLA finishes. Here's where each project is at:

🛰 Euclid’s C-Finder (Fallout 3)

This one has been a blast to work on. The main body is printed and smoothed out, and I’ve started detailing. The most recent piece of the puzzle is the globe at the front—I'm using a clear acrylic Christmas ornament for that. It’s the perfect shape and gives me room to play with lighting if I decide to add a subtle glow later on.

Finishing ABS is always more satisfying, and I’ve been able to get a nice, clean surface without the usual frustrations. Next step is refining the trigger details and beginning test fits for any electronic components I might include.

💣 Fallout 3 Hand Grenade

The grenade has officially moved into the paint prep phase. I’ve got the ABS print fully primed and resanded—it’s looking sharp, and the surface is clean enough to take paint nicely now. This one’s shaping up well enough that I’m seriously considering making a mold and casting a few in resin. Could be fun to make a whole batch of these as display pieces or con giveaways.

The goal is a gritty, battlefield-worn look, so I’ll be layering a metallic base with some careful weathering. A metal pin will give it a little added realism, and I might toss in a weight inside to give it the right heft.

🛡 Fallout 4 Combat Armor Helmet (For My Wife)

This helmet build is a special one as it’s for my wife.The entire piece is printed in ABS, which has made cleanup and surface prep a lot more efficient. I’ve already gone through the initial sanding and started refining the edges and panel lines to make them pop before painting. There are some tricky curves on this helmet, but ABS holds detail well and is sturdy enough to handle a bit of wear if she wants to wear it to a con.

We decided on a paint scheme together: a worn gunmetal base with red highlights and the Brotherhood of Steel insignia added to one side. It’ll get the full weathering treatment—chipping, scuffs, maybe even a few heat discoloration spots—to make it feel like it’s seen some action in the Wasteland.

Next up is adding internal padding and a harness so it’s actually comfortable to wear. Function and form—just how the Brotherhood would want it.

Stay safe in the Wasteland, and remember . . .

War, War never Changes