In this new propstore pic it looks like there is a little chip wedge under the emitter attaching to the black emitter section. Maybe a custom little chip like that would hold it in place?
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Limited Run SIGN UP CLOSED. PRODUCTION BEGINNING! Dewy and Anakin Starkiller's Obi-wan Episode 1 saber sign up!
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AnubisGuard
Master Member
It's here!
On this stunt it looks like they cut the resin emitter flange off (probably threw it in a lathe) and put on a metal one.
So glad everyone is liking their saber kits. Can't wait for the Qui-gon hilt myself 
AnubisGuard
Master Member
And installed. It was super easy, with just a tiny drop of super glue on the purple hemi. The LEDs I brushed with a small amount of UV resin, set them in the bezels, and hit them with a UV flashlight for a few minutes before trimming off the leads.
The only thing I'm left confused about at this point is the two o-rings. The one in the baggie is much thicker than the default installed ring; what is it for?
The only thing I'm left confused about at this point is the two o-rings. The one in the baggie is much thicker than the default installed ring; what is it for?
The one on the saber came from the shop. The one in the bag is an upgrade
So glad everyone is liking their saber kits. Can't wait for the Qui-gon hilt myself
Yeah, despite the Obi-Wan having the coolest design, and my wanting one since 1998, I actually think I'm even more excited about the Qui-Gon.
I did notice two things.
1) like a hair difference in the diameter of the black emitter section and maybe the metal shell or something. The threaded upper insert is a hair shorter than the black, and I can wiiggle one of the emitter columns in and out?
2) There is some wiggle in the threaded upper insert, even with the allen screws cranked.
Also, we're talking minor rattle, nothing is loose or anything. Theres some kind of play in the emitter sections and I can't figure it out. I've been sticking packing tape between things trying to isolate the variable lol
Also, not a knock against this project. My god, engineering that many parts to be produced en masse to fit together must have been overwhelming lol
1) like a hair difference in the diameter of the black emitter section and maybe the metal shell or something. The threaded upper insert is a hair shorter than the black, and I can wiiggle one of the emitter columns in and out?
2) There is some wiggle in the threaded upper insert, even with the allen screws cranked.
Also, we're talking minor rattle, nothing is loose or anything. Theres some kind of play in the emitter sections and I can't figure it out. I've been sticking packing tape between things trying to isolate the variable lol
Also, not a knock against this project. My god, engineering that many parts to be produced en masse to fit together must have been overwhelming lol
Well, after a long and hot day, I got home and found a most pleasant surprise awaiting me: The saber had arrived ahead of its projected schedule!
Absolutely stunning. Spectacular. The accuracy, the weight, the sleekness. This is the one I’ve been waiting for since 1998.
I’m too tired to fiddle with it. All I did was swap out the emitter plates. I’ll wait until the inevitable tutorial before I attach the other parts. And, even as is, it looks great without paint on the black sections.
Between this, the ROTS Kenobi, the upcoming Anakin ROTS, the upcoming Qui-Gon, and whatever else is in the pipe, Starkiller’s been on fire. Bravo.
Absolutely stunning. Spectacular. The accuracy, the weight, the sleekness. This is the one I’ve been waiting for since 1998.
I’m too tired to fiddle with it. All I did was swap out the emitter plates. I’ll wait until the inevitable tutorial before I attach the other parts. And, even as is, it looks great without paint on the black sections.
Between this, the ROTS Kenobi, the upcoming Anakin ROTS, the upcoming Qui-Gon, and whatever else is in the pipe, Starkiller’s been on fire. Bravo.
AnubisGuard
Master Member
I found a vintage, late-90s Covertec in one of my parts bins, and it fits perfectly. The seam and wonky texture adds so much to the authentic feel.
***** this is so cool
I only added my own brass part and red button. Dusted the black parts with the flat black acrylic lacquer I used on my other things. (Which does rub off if you twist the saber a lot on your lap setting the emitter plate lol)
I stupidly used thin CA on the male part of the pommel cubes so it wasn’t the cleanest job I would recommend E6000 or gel loctite to other people. The thin CA worked perfectly for the other greeblies tho
I only added my own brass part and red button. Dusted the black parts with the flat black acrylic lacquer I used on my other things. (Which does rub off if you twist the saber a lot on your lap setting the emitter plate lol)
I stupidly used thin CA on the male part of the pommel cubes so it wasn’t the cleanest job
I would recommend E6000 or gel loctite to other people. The thin CA worked perfectly for the other greeblies thoAttachments
Yes it does! They were able to duplicate the threading on this part, so the replicas are almost indistinguishable from the real thing. Same anodization, knurling, etc.
My only gripe about my find is the production team got ahold of red buttons without code stamped into the front. From our searches there are a bunch of versions and stamps so they don’t help with ID, but I guess they just exist somewhere lol
Here’s one of my real red buttons (left) next to the replicas included with this run (right). Dan and I tried to replicate every detail as true to the original prop (and parts) as possible.
Twinsen
Sr Member
@ thd9791 : Thanks for the info, I know what to look for now! Not sure where to look though, probably ebay… I’ll keep my eyes peeled. But the different versions are interesting!
@ Drew : I did follow the thread closely so I knew you guys managed to make a dead on replica, but since there can sometimes be variations in production it was interesting to see another original button fitted! Then again variations on aircraft/aerospace parts must be minimal or inexistant if there isn’t a good reason for it.
My only « gripe » about the replica button is that it’s too beautiful :-D it will look perfect after years of fidgeting and handling, and look just like a vintage one
@ Drew : I did follow the thread closely so I knew you guys managed to make a dead on replica, but since there can sometimes be variations in production it was interesting to see another original button fitted! Then again variations on aircraft/aerospace parts must be minimal or inexistant if there isn’t a good reason for it.
My only « gripe » about the replica button is that it’s too beautiful :-D it will look perfect after years of fidgeting and handling, and look just like a vintage one
Fett_Ish
Sr Member
I have had the time now to install everything and as an ’idealized’ prop guy I put the straight post and washer on and any jiggle that I had before the switch is gone. This has always been my favorite prequel hilt and I am extremely impressed with this replica. Thanks again to the fellas who put in all the work!
