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Star Wars, Become A Real Jedi, Lightsaber Construction Kit. Available for the first time is the highest quality lightsaber construction kit ever created. The true moment of truth in any Jedi's life is when they construct their very own lightsaber. Each lightsaber is unique to each Jedi and is the indication of their powers and skill. It also represents their clear and uninterrupted connection to the Force. There are only a few thousand of these left, get yours today.
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- Build your own personalized Jedi or Sith weapon! Over 700 possible configurations. Blade glows red, blue, or green. You can change it! Hard to find!
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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
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Opened and assembled the Lightsaber FX Construction Kit and here are my impressions.
First thing I noticed was that all of the pieces to build the hilt are plastic (save 2). Given the quality of the other lightsaber fxs made by Master Replicas (I own 4 and love them all), I was expecting metal. A downside of these plastic handle pieces is that when fully assembled, the plastic parts squeek when you swing the lightsaber and they rub together, like a cheap toy.
Second and most significant disappointment is the light. The blade doesn't light up like the other Master Replica lightsabers. It is bright at its base (comparable to other FX lightsabers) but then grows darker as the light travels up the blade. There are a string of LEDs I believe in the previous Lightsaber FXs but not in this one. But when you put it side by side with the other lightsabers, it just looks different.
Third, the sound effects are the same sample loop but quieter when compared to the previous lightsaber FXs.
Forth, the blade is about 6 inches shorter than the other Lightsaber FXs but I think this is advertised on the box so not a surprise.
And fifth, this set does not include a stand. Not sure why not...
And when it is all finally assembled, it feels like a cheap immitation of the previous lightsaber FXs produced by MR. Given that MR no longer owns the license to make lightsabers, I am guessing this version of the FX lightsaber was a way to produce the cheapest possible set for the same amount of money with little or no reprocussions.
Overall, I am very disappointed and think that anyone who is expecting comparable quality to the other FX lightsabers will be as well.
First thing I noticed was that all of the pieces to build the hilt are plastic (save 2). Given the quality of the other lightsaber fxs made by Master Replicas (I own 4 and love them all), I was expecting metal. A downside of these plastic handle pieces is that when fully assembled, the plastic parts squeek when you swing the lightsaber and they rub together, like a cheap toy.
Second and most significant disappointment is the light. The blade doesn't light up like the other Master Replica lightsabers. It is bright at its base (comparable to other FX lightsabers) but then grows darker as the light travels up the blade. There are a string of LEDs I believe in the previous Lightsaber FXs but not in this one. But when you put it side by side with the other lightsabers, it just looks different.
Third, the sound effects are the same sample loop but quieter when compared to the previous lightsaber FXs.
Forth, the blade is about 6 inches shorter than the other Lightsaber FXs but I think this is advertised on the box so not a surprise.
And fifth, this set does not include a stand. Not sure why not...
And when it is all finally assembled, it feels like a cheap immitation of the previous lightsaber FXs produced by MR. Given that MR no longer owns the license to make lightsabers, I am guessing this version of the FX lightsaber was a way to produce the cheapest possible set for the same amount of money with little or no reprocussions.
Overall, I am very disappointed and think that anyone who is expecting comparable quality to the other FX lightsabers will be as well.
10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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I bought this at Radio Shack for $40. It was the last one in the store, and since it had a couple of dings and the red button switch was missing (still had the other two switches), the guy gave me a deal.
This is the first saber I've owned. I recently went to a lightsaber training class put on by my local Star Wars costuming group. A martial arts expert taught us some basic moves and helped us coordinate a short duel. I noticed that my saber wasn't as bright as others, and am aware that this is because the light comes from an LED (or a cluster of them) in the hilt, rather than a string of them up the blade. While this looks cooler and more realistic, my sword has one advantage in that I don't need to worry about one of the lights in the string breaking or burning out due to combat. It would be nice if the blade were a little longer (it's actually about as long as the blade on the short Yoda saber, which is weird to think about...but because of the hilt, it makes the overall product longer), but I was able to hold my own against the other Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader blades out there.
It is a little annoying that the plastic creaks as much as it does, but I figure with something like this, where you have multiple components that you can switch around, it's a given that it won't be as solid as a non-customizable saber.
Overall, I'm well chuffed with it. It's not perfect, but for the money you really can't beat it.
This is the first saber I've owned. I recently went to a lightsaber training class put on by my local Star Wars costuming group. A martial arts expert taught us some basic moves and helped us coordinate a short duel. I noticed that my saber wasn't as bright as others, and am aware that this is because the light comes from an LED (or a cluster of them) in the hilt, rather than a string of them up the blade. While this looks cooler and more realistic, my sword has one advantage in that I don't need to worry about one of the lights in the string breaking or burning out due to combat. It would be nice if the blade were a little longer (it's actually about as long as the blade on the short Yoda saber, which is weird to think about...but because of the hilt, it makes the overall product longer), but I was able to hold my own against the other Luke Skywalker and Darth Vader blades out there.
It is a little annoying that the plastic creaks as much as it does, but I figure with something like this, where you have multiple components that you can switch around, it's a given that it won't be as solid as a non-customizable saber.
Overall, I'm well chuffed with it. It's not perfect, but for the money you really can't beat it.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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Just opened and assembled the Lightsaber FX Construction Kit and here are my impressions.
First thing I noticed was that all of the pieces to build the hilt are plastic. Given the quality of the other lightsaber fxs made by Master Replicas (I own 4 and love them all), I was expecting metal. A downside of this is that when fully assembled, the plastic parts squeek when you swing the lightsaber and they rub together, like a cheap toy.
Second and most significant disappointment is the light. The blade doesn't light up like the other Master Replica lightsabers. It is bright at its base (comparable to other FX lightsabers) but then grows darker as the light travels up the blade. There are a string of LEDs I believe in the preious Lightsaber FXs but not in this one. But when you put it side by side with the other lightsabers, it just looks different.
Third, the sound effects are the same sample loop but quieter when compared to the previous lightsaber FXs.
Forth, the blade is about 6 inches shorter than the other Lightsaber FXs but I think this is advertised on the box so not a surprise.
And fifth, this set does not include a stand. Not sure why not...
And when it is all finally assembled, it feels like a cheap immitation of the previous lightsaber FXs produced by MR. Given that MR no longer owns the license to make lightsabers, I am guessing this version of the FX lightsaber was a way to produce the cheapest possible set for the same amount of money with little or no reprocussions.
Overall, I am very disappointed and think that anyone who is expecting comparable quality to the other FX lightsabers will be as well.
First thing I noticed was that all of the pieces to build the hilt are plastic. Given the quality of the other lightsaber fxs made by Master Replicas (I own 4 and love them all), I was expecting metal. A downside of this is that when fully assembled, the plastic parts squeek when you swing the lightsaber and they rub together, like a cheap toy.
Second and most significant disappointment is the light. The blade doesn't light up like the other Master Replica lightsabers. It is bright at its base (comparable to other FX lightsabers) but then grows darker as the light travels up the blade. There are a string of LEDs I believe in the preious Lightsaber FXs but not in this one. But when you put it side by side with the other lightsabers, it just looks different.
Third, the sound effects are the same sample loop but quieter when compared to the previous lightsaber FXs.
Forth, the blade is about 6 inches shorter than the other Lightsaber FXs but I think this is advertised on the box so not a surprise.
And fifth, this set does not include a stand. Not sure why not...
And when it is all finally assembled, it feels like a cheap immitation of the previous lightsaber FXs produced by MR. Given that MR no longer owns the license to make lightsabers, I am guessing this version of the FX lightsaber was a way to produce the cheapest possible set for the same amount of money with little or no reprocussions.
Overall, I am very disappointed and think that anyone who is expecting comparable quality to the other FX lightsabers will be as well.
Most Recent Customer Reviews
Fun but not as high quality as the other lightsabers
I bough this for my boyfriend since he's Star Wars fanatic. He also owns the Darth Maul lightsaber. This one is not as high quality as the Darth Maul one but I think that one might... Read more
Published on April 15, 2010 by S. Lee
A must for Star Wars fans and collectors.
I bought this for my husband. He LOVES it! He was in shock when he opened it as he didn't even know it was available/existed. Read more
Published on February 20, 2010 by Muppet Fan
Master Replica but...
I ordered this for a friend when I had gotten a Master Replica Vader and Luke Light saber by sheer chance LOVED EM and it is a quality item which live up to replication of Master... Read more
Published on January 28, 2010 by D
Broken within a month!!!
My 6 year old son saved his money from Disney World so that he could purchase this lightsabre kit. After having the lightsabre for one month it is now broken. Read more
Published on September 8, 2009 by Christina B. Funderburk
Buy this Saber, You Must
I originally bought mine at a Radioshack (Then, a couple months later, I came back and it was 1/2 Off, I bought it at $110). This comes with everything you would've wanted! Read more
Published on June 21, 2009 by Grant J. Wilson
Most Excellent!!!!
I purchased the construction kit some months ago and I for one am VERY pleased with it. Yes, it does make creaking sounds, yes, it doesn't light up as well as the hundred dollar... Read more
Published on May 8, 2009 by Steve G. Gacey
Its Ok, But too small for me!!!
its a little small and for the blade being as short as it is theres no reason that the blade shouldnt light up lol... Read more
Published on May 1, 2009 by Jeremy A. Knop
If I could only have one lightsaber ....
First, this review is dated April 4, 2009.
Second, I need to thank Douglas Equils and the other reviewers for their reviews. I found them very helpful. Read more
Second, I need to thank Douglas Equils and the other reviewers for their reviews. I found them very helpful. Read more
Published on April 4, 2009 by M. Berry
A surprisingly great toy!
My early teenage boys still play with this toy every day after owning it for a couple of months. Not for small children, it is a full sized lightsaber with proper balance and... Read more
Published on February 26, 2009 by J. Snodgrass
Lightsaber construction kit
This lightsaber fx construction kit is a very nice toy to play with, specially for star wars fans. You can combine the parts and have a lot of fun with it.
Published on February 16, 2009 by Fernando Rocha
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