As a fan of The Mandalorian, I’ve always admired the design of the armor. From the very first episode, Din Djarin’s rugged, weathered look caught my attention.
Watching him upgrade his gear piece by piece until he reached the full beskar suit was a memorable part of the story.
But honestly, I still prefer the older, worn-in look of his original armor over the shiny new beskar. Am I the only one who feels this way?
The Old Armor’s Colors Feel More Real
From episode one, I was genuinely impressed by the old armor’s color scheme. The chest plate, wrist gauntlets, and right pauldron all shared the same deep, dark red tone.
The uniformity of these colors gave the armor a grounded, cohesive look, as if it carried the weight of countless battles and close calls.
There’s something about that red—it made Din feel more like a lone warrior surviving in the harsh galaxy than the polished symbol of strength we see later with the full beskar upgrade.
It had character, history, and an edge that felt raw and authentic.
If you remember the first time we were introduced to Boba Fett, you might get what I mean.
Seeing Din Djarin in his rugged, well-worn armor gave me that same feeling—the vibe of a battle-hardened Mandalorian who’s seen it all.
The Full Beskar Armor Shines but Feels Soulless
When Din Djarin upgrades to his full Beskar armor, there’s no denying it’s visually stunning. The sleek, silver finish gleams with power, evoking the “knight in shining armor” archetype.
It’s a look that screams prestige and protection, marking a pivotal moment in Din’s journey.
But there’s something missing—personality. Unlike his old armor, which felt rugged and lived-in, the full Beskar suit remains untouched by personal touches.
He doesn’t paint it, doesn’t customize it, and even the mudhorn symbol wasn’t his own idea.
When you look at other Mandalorians, their individuality is often reflected in how they customize their armor.
Take Maul’s Mandalorian Super Commandos, for example—they not only painted their armor to match their allegiance to Maul but also added designs to their helmets.
Gar Saxon even adorned his helmet with horns as a show of loyalty to his master.
So when I see Din Djarin in his pristine, shining Beskar armor, I can’t help but wonder—why hasn’t he made it his own?