Hey guys,
Ever since I first picked up a copy of Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II, I have wanted to own Kyle Katarn's saber, well, I have almost accomplished that goal.
A few others have asked me about the build, so I thought I would share it with you.
My partner and I have been working on this for a while now.
This is custom machined with a real copper neck, real brass bar, anodized black aircraft grade aluminum, and currently has a media blasted shroud. Though I think I may try the silver anodizing on the shroud for better durability and a nicer finish. This will also have a custom LED heatsink built in.
The pommel is vented for sound, and it will have a d-ring installed. I will be using small black tactile switches in the control box for activation, and a 3D printed chassis for all of the electronics.
I'm hoping to do the electronics install and button this saber up soon.
Ever since I first picked up a copy of Jedi Knight: Dark Forces II, I have wanted to own Kyle Katarn's saber, well, I have almost accomplished that goal.
A few others have asked me about the build, so I thought I would share it with you.
My partner and I have been working on this for a while now.
This is custom machined with a real copper neck, real brass bar, anodized black aircraft grade aluminum, and currently has a media blasted shroud. Though I think I may try the silver anodizing on the shroud for better durability and a nicer finish. This will also have a custom LED heatsink built in.
The pommel is vented for sound, and it will have a d-ring installed. I will be using small black tactile switches in the control box for activation, and a 3D printed chassis for all of the electronics.
I'm hoping to do the electronics install and button this saber up soon.