Saberforge Weathered Finish Lightsabers: What You Need to Know

Saberforge weathering

This is an example of a weathered Saberforge lightsaber hilt. Weathering, which broadly defines any method of ageing, scratching, tarnishing, wearing down or otherwise making a hilt look used or battle worn, can take on many different forms depending on the lightsaber company or sabersmith that administers the ‘weathering’ process. Watch Saberforge Weathered Finish Lightsabers: … Read more

Do Ultrasabers lightsabers include a blade?

Ultrasabers lightsabers

Do Ultrasabers lightsabers include a blade? Since a blade is crucial component of a functional, duel worthy lightsaber, buyers often want to know whether they can expect a blade to come along with the hilt. Watch Do Ultrasabers lightsabers include a blade? on YouTube Almost all Ultrasabers lightsabers purchased directly from Ultrasabers DO include a blade. … Read more

Star Wars Force FX lightsaber conversions: Basic vs Full

Star Wars Force FX lightsabers

Since Star Wars Force FX lightsabers are not duel worthy out of the box, some lightsaber enthusiasts elect to convert their sabers into duel worthy lightsabers. The process is called a Force FX conversion can be applied to both Hasbro and Master Replicas Force FX lightsabers. There are two main types of Force FX conversions: … Read more

What are ‘Flex’ lightsabers? | Lightsaber Terminology

Flex lightsabers

‘Flex’ is a common lightsaber related term that you’ll see tossed around the custom saber community, so it’s important to know what it means. ‘Flex’ stands for ‘Graflex’. Prop makers used a flashgun, manufactured by Graflex, to construct the Luke Skywalker lightsaber for Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. The Graflex lightsaber is an important … Read more

Covertec and D-Ring Belt Clip ALTERNATIVES: Wearing Your Lightsaber

Covertec clip with 'x'

The Covertec Belt Clip is one of the most commonly used devices for wearing a lightsaber. How a Covertec Clip works is you attach the clip to your belt or pants. Many lightsabers are equipped with a Covertec wheel or knob that allows the lightsaber to attach to the Covertec Clip. Some saber enthusiasts are … Read more

Top 4 Social Media Platforms Lightsaber Enthusiasts MUST Know About

lightsabers from various companies

Out of the many social media platforms on the internet, there are four standouts that every lightsaber enthusiasts must know about. These platforms provide invaluable resources for buyers, sellers and anyone who wants the stay up to speed with new lightsaber companies, products, and technologies. Watch Top 4 Social Media Platforms Lightsaber Enthusiasts MUST Know About … Read more

Shelf Queen, Cosplay and Dueling Quality Lightsabers: What You Need and What to Look For

lightsaber from various custom saber companies

By Stanley “Gong Gong Ui” ParkGuest Contributor Looking for a shelf queen, a cosplay prop or a dueling quality lightsaber suitable for competing in The Saber Legion (TSL)? Here are some things to consider in order to research and focus on the lightsaber hilt or prop that you need. Since most people want the best … Read more

Top 8 Custom Lightsaber Companies You Should Know About (Some are controversial, but important!)

top 8 custom lightsaber companies (various hilts shown)

Whether you’re brand new to the lightsaber hobby or you’ve been a lightsaber enthusiast for years, it’s important to know about the largest, most popular, and most influential lightsaber companies out there. Let’s talk about the the Top 8 Custom Lightsaber Companies You Should Know About. Watch Top 8 Custom Lightsaber Companies You Should Know … Read more

The EXTREMELY POPULAR Budget Sound Saber: Who Sells It and What You Should Know

Budget sound saber

One of the cheapest and most popular budget sound sabers on the market is Yddsaber (QD Soundboard) by China-based custom lightsaber manufacturer YDD Saber. The affordable custom sound saber is called many different names by different vendors including [contains AFFILIATE LINKS]: The Tiny Giant Kyojin (from WonderForce Etsy Store and The Pach Store), Youngling Saber (from … Read more

What are the ‘Big Three’ custom lightsaber manufacturers?

Ultrasabers and Saberforge lightsabers

The so called ‘Big Three’ custom lightsaber manufacturers are three large, established and popular custom saber companies. The Big Three custom saber companies are: Ultrasabers, Saberforge and Vader’s Vault. All three companies are well known in the custom saber community and sell a high volume of lightsabers. All of the Big Three companies are based … Read more