Customer Reviews

Doctor Who - Master Laser Screwdriver

5 star:		(8)
4 star:		(7)
3 star:		(3)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(1)

 

 

I admit it: I kind of like the new master better than any of the older ones. Why he dumped his trademark Tissue Compression Eliminator is a matter for speculation, but the Laser Screwdriver is a worthy successor...one that's now available to mere earthlings everywhere as a spiffy toy.

This is certainly one of the better television replica toys I've seen. It's made of plastic, but the resemblance to the TV prop is more than adequate. It's the same size, has great detail, and even duplicates the pop-out barrel, which you can trigger with a button on the side.

The toy can make two noises-tap the button, and you get the laser noise. Hold it down, and you get the "lazarus technology" noise. The first noise is fairly loud, but the second can be hard to hear. The end has orange lights that turn on in time with the noise.

It requires three button batteries, which can be a challenge to install-the barrel rotates out, which reveals a battery door with a screw that has to be removed. I really wish it took a standard triple-a cell, which would be easier to replace.

But that's a minor complaint. It's a superb toy, one sure to delight any fan of the series.

When I ordered the Doctor's Sonic Screwdriver for a friend, I found myself jealous enough to get my own screwdriver - the Master's laser version. An accurate reproduction of the device from the show, it's relatively well-built and quite fun for any Doctor (or Master) fan. While the Doctor's Sonic Screwdriver makes two subtly different sounds, the Master's Laser one has two easily distinguishable (and controllable) sounds - tap once for the higher-pitched laser noise, or hold down for the 'lazarus' noise.

However, there are some downsides. Firstly, the Doctor's Sonic Screwdriver takes a little finesse (and a screwdriver) to remove the core and get to the batteries, but with the Master's, a gentle twist in the right way and the entire core just slides out - not too durable a construction, in my opinion, though it does make accessing the battery compartment easier. Secondly, when in the compact position, my Laser Screwdriver will randomly go off with light and incessant noise until the tip is extended. This is probably because when not extended, the core sits loosely in the handle piece, so the slightest shift will hit the tiny trigger button on the core. I recommend carefully storing it with the tip extended.

Overall it's a fun toy and perfect for going up against the Doctor (or anyone armed with the Sonic Screwdriver). Just beware of it going off randomly in your pocket.

My son is a Dr Who fan, and when we saw this online he just had to have it. Now it's the Master's sonic screwdriver, so it's a bit more interesting than the one the Dr uses. Cool noises and it extends out with a click. Inserting the batteries is a bit tricky, definitely for an adult to do - they don't come pre installed. Makes a fun toy for any Dr Who fan, no matter what age.

I know this will sound funny, but I bought this for my husband as part of my wedding gift to him. HE loves it and carries it around in his laptop bag. Its just a fun toy. Reason why it lost a star, cause its kinda pricey for 20 bucks for a light and noise, but hey my hubby loved it!

LOOOOOOOVE this thing. The sounds are spectacular and fun to mess with, and the spring action on the screwdriver is lovely.

Not that it's a perfect toy, mind you. The LEDs are insanely dim, and the battery case is next to impossible to find, let alone get the blasted batteries into. Overall, though, it's a fun little toy. My room mates already hate it :)

This is a great version of The Masters' Laser Screwdriver. It is over sized somewhat, but looks and acts just like the on seen on TV. Only small things that could be improved are the button that activates the laser. It is easy for it to activate if in a coat or pocket, turning itself on very easily. Also, the neck extends easier as well, which means a slight brush against the button extends it. Again, small complaint, but overall a very cool and fun.

Great Doctor Who prop and well worth the low price. Actually better than the Doctor Who Sonic Screwdriver UV Pen. Sound is a little weak but louder might be too annoying. FunStopToys shipped it within 2 days with regular shipping charge. Hope that the manufacturer will create other Doctor Who and Master items with this quality and price. Can't beat it.

This replica of the Masters Laser screwdriver looks great. I would not recommend this to children under 12 though as the spring load on the back of the unit pops out and I had to glue it back in.

If you are a teen or adult though then this is a great replica piece to add to your collection.

The Master's laser screwdriver is one of the coolest "sonics" released by the BBC. It has great form and finish, an trigger button that doubles as the release for the spring-loaded automatic extension. Push it quickly to get the laser sound, push and hold it to get the "aging" sound. The gray ring near the bottom actually turns.. it just doesn't actually do anything.

I would highly recommend this for any Doctor Who fan! It is beautifully crafted.. especially for a toy.

Note: The age they recommend this toy for (3 and up) is TOO YOUNG. Put this in the hand of a 3-year-old and they'll put out an eye in no time (the spring that extends the tip is heavily loaded and the trigger is "hair-pin"). I would say that 8 and up would be more appropriate (although a responsible 5-year-old could play with it with supervision).

Hope this helps!

I'll make it short and sweet. The Master's Laser Screwdriver is an excellent mimic of its on screen counterpart, plus it's just fun to point and zap things around the house or at work. It is well put together and only makes a decent amount of noise so as not to be too annoying and broken in half by an angry passer by. It makes two sounds and has a spring loaded extention when the user presses the button. This toy can be educational as well. It can teach one not to shine it's blazing amber coloured LED lights in to ones eyes, or else one may end up with damaged vision. All and all bloody good fun!