Imperial Navy (Cheese Grater)

Forehead Helmet protection.

‘HIDDEN SECRET WEAPON’

The whole helmet is made from black ABS, the under supporting dome being a’ Pinseal’ grained finish and the rest a high gloss.

Planted on top of the under dome is a forehead piece of armour for extra protection, This is perforated with large holes that bring attention to the shape and suggest a complicated feature that may disguise a hidden source of counter defence.

As the character did not have a specific role when Andrew designed it, he called it ‘’The Cheese grater” because the forehead holes were reminiscent of Swiss Cheese, but when appeared in the film the character became known as the Imperial Navy helmet.

Rear Swoop and Long Cowl

‘WHATCH YOU BACK’

From the top of the dome and backwards, Andrew created a rear swoop from ‘pinseal’ ABS, which again displayed large holes to match the forehead. The structural strong swoop supported a large cowl which acted as protective armour for the back side and simulated the look of a Samurai warrior of the past.

Ear Piece

‘YES SIR - RIGHT AWAY SIR’

Communication earpieces completed the design and by widening the cross section of the helmet and they contributed to a more powerful defensive appearance. Andrew made 24 of these character for ANH, some of which had different designs of earpieces.

• Each helmet comes personally autographed by the original prop maker himself, Andrew Ainsworth, adding a unique touch of authenticity and value.
• The base of the helmet is constructed from grained black ABS, providing durability and an authentic appearance that pays homage to the classic design.
• The front cap features a meticulously designed vented pattern, crafted from acrylic-capped black ABS for precision and accuracy.
• The rear cap continues the iconic vented design, created from grained ABS for a true-to-original look and feel.
• The rear cowl of the helmet is finished in shiny black, adding a touch of elegance to the overall design.
• The ear communication components are crafted from black ABS, mirroring the original helmet's detailing.
• Inside the helmet, you'll find an internal foam swab for added comfort during wear, ensuring a snug fit for any wearer.
• This helmet includes a chin strap and chin moulding, designed for both comfort and authenticity.
• Each helmet comes with a Certificate of Authenticity, guaranteeing its status as genuine.