Kylo Ren Hasbro Force FX Lightsaber
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Mr Mold Maker
Master Member
Definitely.
Personally, I'm probably going to just remove the blades and back fill it with some aluminum filled resin. Should give a great weight to it, and it will look great with my other hilts. It will also make any body work such as screw hole and seam filling a lot easier. Some Alumaluster paint work and it will look more metal than the Force FX one. :lol
RexKramer
Sr Member
If anyone is in the Bronx, NY and is able to get to Target in Mount Vernon, they have 3.
Went after work and there they were.
Asked a worker if I could open it to inspect before I bought it, he let me.
He actually loved the idea.
Long story short, it's way thicker in person. Good weight, way too thick.
That should tell you everything you need to know.
Went after work and there they were.
Asked a worker if I could open it to inspect before I bought it, he let me.
He actually loved the idea.
Long story short, it's way thicker in person. Good weight, way too thick.
That should tell you everything you need to know.
Regardless of how this isn't accurate and people aren't liking it, I love the way it sounds. So fierce and out of control. Can't wait to hear the actual thing in theaters.
i was really bummed last night, i was hoping to order one online last night, no dice. my girl went into work (night shift) and said she was going to hit target in the morning (all 3 targets werent opening at midnight) well i got a text while i was at work saying they didnt have any and were all gone
i was alittle upset because i had my hopes up and convinced myself "baaah... im 31 yrs old you dont need it..." when i got home there it was on the table!! she said the store only got 1. and when i asked if there was other colors she said no the store only got 1 FX saber and the clerk explained he believes only higher volume stores will get multiple copys just like many expensive electronics in store, just their way of doing things
i know allot of people are complaining about the middle section, it doesnt bother me at all, heck with both hands on the hilt you cant tell anyway. not to start a flame war but the disney store hilt's blades are way too small, and i dont think its made of metal like the FX. is the FX over priced, i think so, but the time delayed ignition, crackling and flicker lights, and steel construction i love it!!
i was curious, did the other sabers even come out? seems like no one is posting anything else about the other sabers? now i really want a Luke!!
i was alittle upset because i had my hopes up and convinced myself "baaah... im 31 yrs old you dont need it..." when i got home there it was on the table!! she said the store only got 1. and when i asked if there was other colors she said no the store only got 1 FX saber and the clerk explained he believes only higher volume stores will get multiple copys just like many expensive electronics in store, just their way of doing things
i know allot of people are complaining about the middle section, it doesnt bother me at all, heck with both hands on the hilt you cant tell anyway. not to start a flame war but the disney store hilt's blades are way too small, and i dont think its made of metal like the FX. is the FX over priced, i think so, but the time delayed ignition, crackling and flicker lights, and steel construction i love it!!
i was curious, did the other sabers even come out? seems like no one is posting anything else about the other sabers? now i really want a Luke!!
RexKramer
Sr Member
Halliwax, I don't think any other Force Fx sabers released yesterday.
To all that like it, I'm glad for you! You are the first few with a Kylo saber!
Personally, I didn't want to spend $200 and not be 100% happy with it.
In the end, it's just a matter of personal preference.
I am fine with waiting for the perfect one to come around - I mean this is the RPF we're on after all!
To all that like it, I'm glad for you! You are the first few with a Kylo saber!
Personally, I didn't want to spend $200 and not be 100% happy with it.
In the end, it's just a matter of personal preference.
I am fine with waiting for the perfect one to come around - I mean this is the RPF we're on after all!
The blades are tapered a little. About as much as they could with leds inside.
MichaelMyers78
New Member
I Could've sworn I saw the Yoda and Darth Vader Fx Lightsabers in the Toys r us Times Square, just not the Kylo Ren.
clancampbell
Sr Member
Does the Kylo Ren saber flicker? What was the retail price?
Rich
Rich
Apologies for the the poor quality pictures - these were taken on my phone but I'm sure they'll be of use to someone!
I bought the Hasbro version at TRU at midnight for £35. I went to Disney Store first thing in the morning and regretted my purchase almost instantly. The Disney version is £10 cheaper at only £25 which is a ruddy steal in my opinion.
As you can see, the Hasbro hilt is smaller - possibly too small (which must be a first considering how chunky there electronic sabers usually are). There are no gaps on the pommel (these are taken up by a non-removable 'port' to make it Bladebuilder compatible. The Disney version has the gaps in the pommel and the hilt occasionally 'rumbles' when turned on (oo-er!). There's also no doubt that the Disney version is much brighter:
The Hasbro version does have it's advantages though. In my opinion, the sound is better. Hasbro is slightly louder and has a better 'clash' sound. The Disney 'clash' sounds more like a surge of electricity than lightsaber clash (but maybe this is film accurate!).
I've recently sold most of my FX sabers and Glasgow TRU didn't get any Kylo FX's in, so the only one I can compare it to is Yoda. The FX is still much brighter then the Disney one, but I would say not quite as much as it looks in the pictures. In the picture, you can clearly see the individual LEDs on the Disney Kylo, but it isn't *quite* this obvious in real life.
Geezo, those lightsabers really do show the state of my carpet! I swear it's not that obvious in normal lighting
I bought the Hasbro version at TRU at midnight for £35. I went to Disney Store first thing in the morning and regretted my purchase almost instantly. The Disney version is £10 cheaper at only £25 which is a ruddy steal in my opinion.
As you can see, the Hasbro hilt is smaller - possibly too small (which must be a first considering how chunky there electronic sabers usually are). There are no gaps on the pommel (these are taken up by a non-removable 'port' to make it Bladebuilder compatible. The Disney version has the gaps in the pommel and the hilt occasionally 'rumbles' when turned on (oo-er!). There's also no doubt that the Disney version is much brighter:
The Hasbro version does have it's advantages though. In my opinion, the sound is better. Hasbro is slightly louder and has a better 'clash' sound. The Disney 'clash' sounds more like a surge of electricity than lightsaber clash (but maybe this is film accurate!).
I've recently sold most of my FX sabers and Glasgow TRU didn't get any Kylo FX's in, so the only one I can compare it to is Yoda. The FX is still much brighter then the Disney one, but I would say not quite as much as it looks in the pictures. In the picture, you can clearly see the individual LEDs on the Disney Kylo, but it isn't *quite* this obvious in real life.
Geezo, those lightsabers really do show the state of my carpet! I swear it's not that obvious in normal lighting
Retail price is 199.99
I think they're starting to trickle in more stores. I checked Target inventory in my area and a few actually showed it in stock
I think they're starting to trickle in more stores. I checked Target inventory in my area and a few actually showed it in stock
The yoda one picture above is a older model? Or one that was release now? Is the Disney saber's hilt plastic?Apologies for the the poor quality pictures - these were taken on my phone but I'm sure they'll be of use to someone!I bought the Hasbro version at TRU at midnight for £35. I went to Disney Store first thing in the morning and regretted my purchase almost instantly. The Disney version is £10 cheaper at only £25 which is a ruddy steal in my opinion.View attachment 524791View attachment 524792As you can see, the Hasbro hilt is smaller - possibly too small (which must be a first considering how chunky there electronic sabers usually are). There are no gaps on the pommel (these are taken up by a non-removable 'port' to make it Bladebuilder compatible. The Disney version has the gaps in the pommel and the hilt occasionally 'rumbles' when turned on (oo-er!). There's also no doubt that the Disney version is much brighter:View attachment 524793The Hasbro version does have it's advantages though. In my opinion, the sound is better. Hasbro is slightly louder and has a better 'clash' sound. The Disney 'clash' sounds more like a surge of electricity than lightsaber clash (but maybe this is film accurate!).I've recently sold most of my FX sabers and Glasgow TRU didn't get any Kylo FX's in, so the only one I can compare it to is Yoda. The FX is still much brighter then the Disney one, but I would say not quite as much as it looks in the pictures. In the picture, you can clearly see the individual LEDs on the Disney Kylo, but it isn't *quite* this obvious in real life.View attachment 524794Geezo, those lightsabers really do show the state of my carpet! I swear it's not that obvious in normal lighting
Yoda is the original MR release and yes, the Disney model is plastic.
Thanks
I stopped at my TRU this morning and was amazed to find 2 FX Kylo sabers. Used are coupons and got it for $170 after tax.
I won't have a final opinion until my Disney one shows up, but this thing really is as fat as it looks. My fingers can't go completely around any part of the hilt. The main body looks to be made from 3 sections, which have a small gap between the sections where you can see metal through. Some parts appear glued together, mine had some sloppy residue. You can also see where the pins are that hold in each blade. Not certain I'm happy with it enough to keep.
There is no flashing when it hits something, which I think the Disney one does. The flickering is very subtle, and the swooshing sounds sound like the clashing sounds sometimes. Anyone want any particular photos or video?
I won't have a final opinion until my Disney one shows up, but this thing really is as fat as it looks. My fingers can't go completely around any part of the hilt. The main body looks to be made from 3 sections, which have a small gap between the sections where you can see metal through. Some parts appear glued together, mine had some sloppy residue. You can also see where the pins are that hold in each blade. Not certain I'm happy with it enough to keep.
There is no flashing when it hits something, which I think the Disney one does. The flickering is very subtle, and the swooshing sounds sound like the clashing sounds sometimes. Anyone want any particular photos or video?
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