Han Solo DL-44 Lightsaber Concept

[nniebling]

Awhile back a drew up a concept for a Han lightsaber using the DL-44 as inspiration. I came across it while looking through my sketchbook and decided it was time to make it a reality. Started modeling and updating the design as I went. The I started printing all the parts. I made it modular to for easy of printing and painting. 11 printed parts and 3 screws. Still need to prep and paint it but pretty happy how it’s coming along. Long term goals will be making real wood grips and giving it a blade. Would love to hear any thoughts and critiques.

 

[Eruonen]

Love the design! Especially how you incorporated details and greeblies. Can’t wait to see the progress!

 

[The 48th Ronin]

I gotta admit, I was pretty skeptical when I read the thread title.

But I'll be damned... that's actually quite cool! I love the hammer and safety greeblies in particular.

Well done!

 

[thd9791]

This is a lovely concept! Someone did do this in the custom lightsaber section, so technically there are two of you, but man... nobody does this its so unique!

 

[Halliwax]

dare to be different! i like it!

 

[13doctorwho]

Really lovely design. I look forward to seeing the finished prop!!

 

[DylanRose]

Awesome, love this concept!

 

[danvader]

Great concept !

 

[TerranCmdr]

I love it! That's so cool! Any plans to make the files available? I'd love one of my own.

 

[Vanitas]

So much for hokey religions and ancient weapons!

 

[nniebling]

Thanks for the kind words. Know others are liking it encourages me to finish it. Hopefully I‘ll be able to get most of the prep/sanding work done weekend. Might be a slow go with the temps topping out around 9 this week

TerranCmdr I have been looking into making them available just now sure how or where yet. In the mean time I have been refining the model. A few of my tolerances were a bit tight. I’ll keep you updated