Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber

by Master Replicas

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 5.5 pounds
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0007PHN30
• Item model number: 836453001208
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #173,678 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

Product Description

This is an official reproduction of Darth Vader?s light saber from Star Wars: Episode V the Empire Strikes Back. Comes with glowing, bright red blade ignites with realistic power-up, and power-down lights effects. Authentic light saber sound effects are digitally recorded from the movie. It features motion sensor controlled sound effects: power-up, power-down, idle, movement, and clash. # Durable yet light chrome plated aluminum body looks and feels like a real light saber. New design is closer in look and feel to the size of a real light saber. A sturdy polycarbonate blade is permanently attached to the hilt. It requires 3 AA batteries, which are not included. Also, it includes display stand.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

64 of 68 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars The perfect gift for Star Wars fans (like me), April 16, 2005

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Christian Wheeler "Husband/Father/Gamer/Proud... (St. Louis) - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber (Toy)

We just started carrying these at my store, and I have to say that this is one expensive toy that is definitely worth the cost. Master Replicas consistently produces some of the finest reproductions and replicas on the market, and this is no exception. Powered by three AA batteries (which seem to last about 15-20 hours), the saber features some really cool effects: When you first toggle the activation switch, the blade lights up in a manner reminiscent of the films: The light travels from the pommel to the tip, rather than the whole thing just lighting up at once. The red blade has a nice glow, especially in lower light. Swing the sabre, and it hums and buzzes. Strike something--how hard is up to you, the sabre seems to be pretty durable--and it makes a clashing sound. Strike two sabres together, and the clashing sound is louder and more pronounced. The saber also has an auto-off feature to save battery life: Leave it alone for a few minutes, and it automatically shuts off. Some people may be concerned about how well this holds up over time and use, especially since this is no mere cheap plastic sword, but an expensive replica. Fear not. So far, our demo unit has seen probably a hundred hours of use between customers and employees, along with a few duels with our Anakin sabre replica. So far, so good. So it seems to be pretty durable. It's well-made, and the chrome handle is nicely detailed and closely modeled after the one Darth Vader carries in the movie. Highly recommended for Star Wars fans.

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars OK it is very durable here is why!, May 16, 2005

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David C. Eichholz - See all my reviews
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= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber (Toy)

I bought this for my 6 year old who will not take it outside to play...I wouldn't allow it for one, and the other kids might be a bit jealous for another. ANYWAY, I was showing it to a co-worker (about 10 minutes ago) and to show how the sounds work (when striking an object) I told him to hit my arm "kinda hard". Well he hits me like a baseball and stung me pretty good (I was expecting a bit of a 'tap'). It is still solid as a rock and works perfectly. I have a red mark on my arm 4 inches long and 1 inch wide.

Indoors or outside in the evening/night this is the most amazing looking light sabre ever. 100 bucks? I'm going to buy another.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome!, April 17, 2005

A Kid's Review

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Darth Vader Episode V FX Lightsaber (Toy)

Ever since I heard that master replicas was going to make these awesome lightsabers i saved my money for it. Oh was it worth it! It does everything a star wars fanatic (like me) would want it to do. It is cool how they have realistic power up and power down features and all sounds are so digitally clear! In the dark, you are sure to spark awe and shock into any one who sees this thing in action. If you are looking for a realistic and somewhat reasonably priced lightsaber, look no further. I am definitely taking this one with me to the movie.

the force is in your hands with this excellent lightsaber!