Goshivan's Build Thread

[Shikkakku]

Nice! A nitpick: see how your vambraces have a little bit of the opposite side peeking through the open area where your arm bends? Once you have your spacing set make sure to cut that away or else it'll look weird and cut into your bicep everytime you move your arm.

[Goshivan]

Had some rough weeks and did not get a lot done but I finally got the ab section strapped up and fitting good.

[Goshivan]

FOllowing the same idea from other build threads I used webbing and snaps to attach the side plates together. The angles seem good and the distance apart looks to be pretty even.

[SolTheBull]

Looks great Paolo!!!


It took some time but I finally managed to figure this thing out. I laid everything out on the table to better keep track of my progress.


I was able to get the blade just how I wanted it and it looks beautiful.


I left the center connector un-glued so I could separate it into 2 pieces for ease of transport and inserted some quick disconnects to separate the power.



I 3d printed a lightsaber chassis and installed it in the hilt with a latching switch on the bottom to keep it hidden. The battery is easily changed for all-day trooping.


All in all, I think it came out beautifully. Can't wait to see peoples reactions to this when I can start trooping!!!

What are you using for that LED?

Thanks

[Bulldozer]

I love this Blade! Amazing work!

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[Goshivan]

I used a flexible Neon 12v strip from amazon. It can be cut into the length you need. I also used a 12v converter to convert the 5.7v from the 18650 battery to the 12v the strip needs.

[Goshivan]

Because I am a larger guy I needed some extensions to close the gap on the sides so Jim was kind enough to send me some. I epoxied them in place with some ABS then backed it with some fiberglass for strength. a little more sanding but they look good and close the gap.

[Goshivan]

I decided to follow Jim's idea and use magnets to hold the chest plate to the yoke. So for so good!!!

[Goshivan]

Did my first test fit to see how everything lines up. Need some small adjustments but all-in-all pretty happy so far!

[ugcspawn]

LOOKIN' GOOD!