100% confused on how to buy a unique Saber

Kylo Ren (Dawn Bright)

OK.. sorry I am probably going to ask a number of questions that have been addressed a THOUSAND time. Forgive this newb.

Ok these "forums" on these saber sites make NO sense. I have no clue what to buy... Help?!

Ive started a WIP on a Galen Marek Adventure Robe. In my researching Ive found little to no one selling his saber (its a doozy..and yet.. its just a buncha random nicknacks of a saber shoved together..literally) I cant even buy a generic saber and modify it I dont think?

1. Has anyone modified a saber to look like Galens?

2. Anyways, is there a "requirements list of approved sabers" for Lightsabers? I dont understand what a "Short FX saber" is. I cant find it anywhere online. Only that they seem "cheaper"?
Is this a NON approved Saber example?
http://www.amazon.com/Star-Hasbro-ULTIMATE-Lightsaber-Kenobi/dp/B009IFRLXC/ref=sr_1_16?s=toys-and-games&ie=UTF8&qid=1367723722&sr=1-16&keywords=Ultimate+FX

Thank you sooo much for ANY help!! Smile

Here is the saber in question. I would like the "essence of this saber", what I mean by that is, Id like a saber that opens and inside the casing you can see a lit blue jewel.
Then I like the "gun pistol" style end.

Daddy Solo () · Posted: Sun May 05, 2013 11:51 pm Post subject:

The short FX saber you mention is a much cheaper/more plastic (kid's version) of the previous MR and Hasbro FX versions (metal hilt w/ led sting blade - not very duel able though). As for buying anything from "Holocron" on Etsy - stay away!!! He also goes by cookiemonster8777 on ebay. He used to go by tattoosby5 and machine FX on FX forum

http://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/index.php?topic=17919.msg275109#msg275109

see the last post!

you may wanna try this though:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Custom-Lightsaber-Prop-TFU1-Starkiller-/251271464504

I don't know the seller but it has to be better than anything from cookiemonster8777 listed above. As for finding a decent Starkiller- there are several smiths on IRA or FX that you could commission for a build. Check the respective consortium or guild members to see who's got what going on. Here's one for example:

http://www.imperialroyalarms.com/thread/1907/more-starkillers-tfui

Vader's vault had a run at some point, but they are veeeeeery in demand and on the expensive side. Good luck!
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SL-9162 () · Posted: Mon May 06, 2013 1:21 am Post subject:

http://lbcustomsabers.com/

or maybe...

http://vadersvault.com/
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Kylo Ren (Dawn Bright) · Posted: Mon May 06, 2013 3:12 am Post subject:

See this is why i came here first... I honestly about bought that saber.

You guys are an invaluable resource. Smile

Padawan Ra'Zen (Louie Urbanczyk) · Posted: Mon May 06, 2013 8:55 am Post subject:

The StarKiller saber has always intrigued my brother and I.
Since we prettymuch ended up building our own sabers, we were trying to work out how we'd go about making it, and it was always illusive.
Best of luck! Costume's looking good by the by!
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Daddy Solo () · Posted: Mon May 06, 2013 10:56 am Post subject:

here's a starkiller I think is still available:

http://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/index.php?topic=40006.msg536169;topicseen#new
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lgtsbr () · Posted: Mon May 06, 2013 11:33 am Post subject:

one of my favorite designs from the EU

Let me back you up just a little bit with a question - do you want a static belt hanger, a light up blade version, or a full blown light and sound saber?

Of course, your decision is going to determine the price. AT the moment, my whole collection of Sabers are all static as they are display pieces.

I watched the video on that one linked, for the price it isn't bad however, personally, I would get rid of all sounds except *maybe* the activate/deactivate sound. The grips are going to have to be re-done since I do not believe they are accurate but that isn't a big deal. Also, the little switches on the activation box just look off, again not a big deal to change.

I know this saber pops up every now and then, every time it does I say to myself I need to get one.....

Dave
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Kylo Ren (Dawn Bright) · Posted: Tue May 07, 2013 8:03 pm Post subject:

You Master Jedis are an invaluable source.
Thank you so much for all your replies

I am very on the fence. I dont mind spending the $$$ on a nice saber.
If I go ALL OUT: I would really like is to have a removable blade.
Also I have reservations about spending so much $$$ on such a unique weapon. Id almost rather just get a nice generic saber if I wanted to go all out. This will not be anywhere near my first Jedi. Smile

Ive got 3 more planned after this. (including a generic)
Now if its approvable to use the Starkiller saber for some more of my Jedis I would be ok. But I dont know?

Honestly Im looking for "Bang for the Buck" This doesnt mean I am not willing to spend it on something nice. I really just want a nice deal! haha

That 300$ one is amazing! I think its sold (says pending sale) darn. Thats a beauty.. wow

Ok heres the one I want...
I can dream right?
http://ro-lightsaber.blogspot.com/2010/05/starkiller-galen-marek-ilightsaber.html

Daddy Solo () · Posted: Wed May 08, 2013 12:36 am Post subject:

here's another one to drool over.....

http://www.imperialroyalarms.com/thread/1938/starkiller-igniter-mini-pic-heavy

you could always get an empty hilt and try to commission someone for an install
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maybe you can start out with something like this and graduate up
to a different level after

http://www.ldmcustomsabers.com/malakytesabersforsale.htm

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lgtsbr () · Posted: Wed May 08, 2013 2:19 am Post subject:

Kylo Ren (Dawn Bright) · Posted: Wed May 08, 2013 2:26 am Post subject:

WHere is the price?! I cant even find it... maybe i shouldnt.. I noticed the Koda was 2500.00 EEEEEE..

Thank you for the Saber Answer: Yes at Toys R Us today I went down and played with an Ultimate FX Saber in the box 129.99. (Anakin) not bad (not good). I think its a nice starter saber i can just use to get my Generic Jedi and my Galen costumes approved with and work up to something nice eventually.

Smile

and.. possibly get one of these drool worthy monsters of awesomeness!

Your guys continued help is invaluable. Thank you again

lgtsbr () · Posted: Wed May 08, 2013 11:33 am Post subject:

I had to click around a bit until i found pricing, it was the $2500 tag, which made me gasp a little........

Maybe another option, get a Graflex replica since the saber has some basis there and modify as needed?

The Force FX sabers are ok but as really just toys for big kids IMO, they should not be used for belt hanging or costumes.

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Kylo Ren (Dawn Bright) · Posted: Wed May 08, 2013 1:54 pm Post subject:

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