UNIT (UNified Intelligence Taskforce, or United Nations Intelligence Taskforce) is a military organisation from the British science fiction television series Doctor Who, Torchwood, and The Sarah Jane Adventures. Operating under the auspices of the UN, its purpose is to investigate and combat paranormal and extraterrestrial threats to the Earth.
U.N.I.T Soldier costume tutorial!This tutorial is mainly going to be for people who are making a costume on a budget - Some Items may be switched out for home made or more expensive items if you wish.
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Step 1. - RESEARCHA simple Google search brings up many pictures of Screen Used costumes or cosplay costumes - Take a look through these pictures to have an idea what the costume should look like.
Step 3. - Tactical vestThe tactical vests used in the show were basic tactical vests that were customised by the costume department. Because of this there is no accurate vest available but there are some close ones! (Click on the picture to be taken to the website)
This is one of the closest matches I have been able to find. With a bit of tweaking here and there this could be almost completely accurate!
Step 5. - BootsThe boots are military black lace-up boots. You could find an old pair of military boots, fashion black boots or a simple pair of black walking boots. (Click on the picture to be taken to the website)
Step 6. - U.n.i.t logo patchesTwo patches will be needed for this costume - A beret patch and a patch to put on the tactical vest. Different types of patches - Velcro, iron-on and more can be found with a simple google search.
Beret patchTactical vest patch |
Step 2. BDUAfter a bit of research I have discovered that the black clothing or the base of the uniform is a basic BDU. The shirt and trousers can be found easily on the internet. Here are a few examples of what could be used. (Click on the picture to be taken to the website)
Step 4. - BeretThe iconic U.N.I.T Beret is a simple Red Military Beret with a simple U.N.I.T logo attached to the front. (Click on the picture to be taken to the website) I have found 2 suitable berets for you to choose from!
Step 7. - Extra'sThe rifle used in the show is a M4A1 Carbine. You could either buy an Airsoft version or a prop version. If you’re traveling with a weapon, please invest in a rifle case.If you’re flying, get a locking hard case and remember to declare the weapon to your airline. The weapon, even though it’s a non-working prop (hopefully) will still have to be checked, will have to be declared to your airline, and will have to be in a hard case that locks. Your airline will issue a form to you that will have to placed inside the case. Also, make sure to find out replica weapons procedures at your conventions before carting around this rifle.
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