ANH Hero DL-44 Discussion - Three ANH Greeblies Found

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The more I look at those things the more I am convinced they are RC thumbsticks. RC transmitters were around and readily available in the 70's, and considering how many electrical items were gutted for their greeblies (brushed aluminium stereo/radio amp knobs and dials on the Falcon quad gun controls) then I don't see why they wouldn't use RC parts? And perhaps the ones in the speeder could be a slight variation to the ones on the sight?

Anyhoo, here is an ad for a Heathkit controller...I know the ad is an illustration, but note the ring round the sticks...
 
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R2-D2 was remote controlled in some shots, as was the mouse droid, so we know R/C equipment was around and at the disposal of the crew.
 
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Markus
 
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Interesting!

I was considering RC sticks too at one point, and there seems to be tons of pre '76 RC stuff for us to go through!

Those pop-up/push-down style car door locks were something else I was considering also.


-Carson
 
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not too shabby a find there guys. Looks pretty close.

Gotta find better pics of this.

I can't believe nobody here at the RPF has one of these controllers.

Love to see if the scale matches.
 
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These seem to have ridges on the very top where your thumb would contact the control stick
 
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Happy Holidays to all...everyone

Hope this new brings good things to all... at least until next Dec. 21!
 
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Thanks! And same to you, Pat!

As long as Bruce Willis is still alive around this time next year, we shouldn't have anything to worry about..:lol


-Carson
 
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Thanks Brinn! We couldn't be happier working on replicating such a wonderful prop. I've been having a blast on this project so far! :D

Thanks to all who have helped and posted so far! And have a Happy Holiday everyone!! :cheers


-Carson
 
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Happy New Year to all!

I just got a great start to the new year. I just saw the 99% complete models from Daedbolt and I can't wait for him to post some captures for you to see.

They are as near perfect as I think they ever could be (working from the available materials of course)

They match every visible detail and fit both the photographic materials for scale as well as measured against a real c96 Mauser and Real scope.

They look so great I can't wait to get them in metal and plastic.

Get ready to have your socks knocked off.

Great work Carson!
 
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Thanks to all who contributed to this project!

But especially to you kpax and deadbolt for being so anal about the details of this particular prop.

Can´t wait to see the drawings and finally will be able to put accurate parts on my real C96 :thumbsup
I have two ANH EE´s and a real mauser stored away for this special purpose, now I can sell the EE or use it as a costuming item.

Thanks, Markus
 

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