Star Trek Communicator and Phaser Two Pack

by Diamond Select

Product Features

• A Diamond Select release
• Packaged together in a deluxe window box
• Each replica features working lights and sound effects taken from the original star trek series
• Use the Phaser's detachable Type 1 Phaser and the Communicator's auto-distress call for all those landing party emergencies
• Two of the most iconic and recognizable accessories used by the Enterprise crew

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 10 x 3 x 10 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B001DXFEJK
• Item model number: JUL084822
• Manufacturer recommended age: 14 years and up
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #62,872 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (17 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Back by popular demand are two of the most iconic and recognizable pieces from the classic Star Trek line - the multi-purpose Phaser and the always handy Communicator.

Product Description

A Diamond Select Release! Back by popular demand are two of the most iconic and recognizable pieces from the classic Star Trek line - the multi-purpose Phaser and the always handy Communicator! Packaged in this deluxe window box, each replica features working lights and sound effects taken from the original Star Trek series. Plus, use the Phaser's detachable Type 1 Phaser and the Communicator's auto-distress call for all those landing party emergencies!

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars great nestalgic toy, January 29, 2009

By 

Doctor Captain (Visalia, CA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Star Trek Communicator and Phaser Two Pack (Toy)

Of course if these two toys where metal that would be an improvement but for the purpose of being able to have a great replica of a childhood fantasy in your hand, this product is good. A heavier, more durrable plastic would be an improvement. The sound effects are cool. The 'hailing' setting on the comunicator is great. The phaser has an over load build up with explosion setting, straight out of the original TV show.

I always wanted these toys as a kid growing up in the late 70's but to poor to get for Christmas or birthdays, so I'm buying them now..just 'cause.

11 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Too shoddy for replica, too dear for toy, February 13, 2009

By 

E. Gingras - See all my reviews
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= Durability:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Star Trek Communicator and Phaser Two Pack (Toy)

I must say this is a disappointment, mainly due to the quality. The communicator in particular looks rather poor. The paint job is sloppy, with some of the silver paint spilling off of the trim, or not covering the trim completely, making the new item look worn. The antenna has a frame with the mesh "cage" soldered at a few points, and where it is not soldered it does not quite meet the frame, leaving rough looking gaps. It does not fit into the casing well and won't close completely. Though only a very minor nitpick, the antenna is also a matte bronze color rather than the shiny gold in the picture (this may be more faithful to the original prop, as shiny metal can cause glares on set, but it was nonetheless a little disappointing). Mine had some sort of flaw in the display screen resulting in a big black splotch in the center. The phaser doesn't suffer quite as much, though it too has sloppy paint.

All of this is in addition to the over use of gimmicks. I knew going in that the phaser wasn't perfectly accurate, but the changes seem excessive and unnecessary. The biggest modification is the "targeting sensor". What is supposed to be the power control dial instead raises the silver mesh piece on the top to a low angle, supported by a clear plastic piece that replaces the trigger button (which has been relocated to the bottom of the piece). To change the power setting one turns the gauge on the right side. This might seem like fannish, nerdy nitpicking, but it is a significant modification of the original design, unless all the replicas I've seen elsewhere are inaccurate. Combined with the reassigning of the pistol's power control dial that is supposed to initiate a self destruct sequence (that doesn't work on mine) and a few other minor details, it really isn't accurate to brag about the authenticity.

All in all, these are not really very good for collectors or geeks who want to display or occasionally play with replicas. They might be more suitable for children, but they are awfully expensive to be thrown around by a kid, especially given their light construction. Perhaps if the makers had used fewer gimmicks and instead made the items a littler better, they might be worth it. As it is, I will be sending mine back, and will just save up for proper replicas.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Corroded Batteries in Communicator, Phaser Battery Very Low, March 29, 2011

By 

Daemous Riel "daemous" (Flemington, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:2.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Star Trek Communicator and Phaser Two Pack (Toy)

COMMUNICATOR

I got this and the packaging looked fine. The communicator has a "pull this tab to connect the battery" strip of plastic. I pulled it. The communicator did not work. I managed to unscrew the back without stripping the screws that are pretty low quality. I opened up the back and the whole battery area was corroded over.

I managed to get them out and scrape off the corrosion. I put in new batteries and it worked. I then tried to put the back panel back on and it wouldn't go back into place correctly. It still doesn't work.

The digital tech of the communicator is pretty nice. It can call you. It has some whirring parts. Various trek voices, etc.

The flip grill is dull gold-ish plastic.

PHASER

The phaser is a blast. However its battery was terrible. The screw to open it up is made of the cheapest metal (if it is even metal) and stripped almost instantly. And I expected it and had the right tools to not have it happen. I still haven't drilled it out because the battery is able to make some barely audible sound.

Again, pretty nice digital tech on the toy, but the battery design and screws made it horrible. The variable sounds are good. The self-destruct is clever.. other reviews were disappointed about which dial did what. I don't care about that too much. The sounds are authentic. The phaser-1 / phaser-2 detach is actually pretty solid. The light seems like it might work well, but my battery is terribly low.

GENERAL

I took a picture or two of these when I opened it up. I'd love to have these things working even if it took some black electrical tape to hold them together. But it isn't even possible to get it that close.