My new toy - Luke Skywalker's Lightsaber

[MoeSizzlac]

I can't post to the other props section yet so here a lightsaber for the New Recruits section. A while back I saw some very inspiring videos from Rob Petkau of The Custom Saber Shop on how there are communities of people that build their own lightsabers. Being the huge Star Wars fan that I am, I decided that all my crafting up until now was leading me to make one of my very own. It can't just be any old one, it would have to be Luke Skywalker's from Empire strikes back/The Force Awakens.
Step one: Assemble the parts.
1) The shell of the lightsaber
2) Control board
3) LED Light for the Saber and 1" optic holder
4) Crystals
5) Brass
6) Threaded Rod (only used one of the 3)
7) Wire
8) Brass Tubes
9) Brass Wood Insert
10) Tiny Buttons
11) Battery
12) Blender
13) Time
(I know I left some parts out but I'll update it if they come to mind)
Step 1) Take apart the kit


Step 2) Cut the Black insert



Step 3) Drill and tap three 8/32 holes in the top going down.



Step 4) Create Brass Rings











Step 5) Create 3D printed parts to compliment the build



Step 6) Dry fit all connections.



Step 7) Start wiring:















Step 8) Assemble outer Shell.













Step 9) Customize color and songs on the Lightsaber.

Enjoy! and if you have any questions or need 3d files, feel free to ask.

All the best.

 

[Sentri]

Very nice! I, myself, don't have access to any tools like that, so I simply just bought mine from Ultrasabers. I also didn't feel the need for a movie replica since I only have a Star Wars OC.

Of course this doesn't mean that I don't appreciate awesome builds like this one! I assume that since it is made from these materials that it will be/is combat capable?

 

[MoeSizzlac]

I assume that since it is made from these materials that it will be/is combat capable?

It can take a hit. The blade will break first before the inside falls apart.