What is an s-curve emitter? | Lightsaber Terminology

lightsaber s-curve emitter

An s-curve emitter or s-curve shroud is a lightsaber emitter design featuring a curve resembling an ‘s’ shape. The s-curve emitter design is most commonly associated with the Skywalker lightsaber (sometimes called Graflex style lightsaber). Although Darth Vader’s lightsaber is the first lightsaber shown in Star Wars, the Skywalker lightsaber, which is made out a … Read more

What is a lightsaber display plaque? | Lightsaber Terminology

lightsaber display plaque

A lightsaber display plaque is a nameplate or plaque made of a thin metal (usually aluminum) intended for labeling a lightsaber. Typically lightsaber enthusiasts will get a plaque for a Star Wars movie-inspired lightsaber design, although you could certainly get a display plaque for an original or customized lightsaber design as well. Watch What is … Read more

What is a lightsaber blade tang? | Lightsaber Terminology

lightsaber blade tang

The lightsaber blade tang or stem is the section of the blade that attaches to the lightsaber hilt. The term ‘tang’ is commonly used with knives, swords, and tools with handles. Watch What is a lightsaber blade tang? (Lightsaber Terminology) on YouTube When you install a standard cylindrical lightsaber blade into a hilt, typically 2 … Read more

What is a tapered grip? | Lightsaber Terminology

tapered grip lightsaber

A tapered grip is an area in the grip section of a lightsaber hilt where the diameter of the hilts narrows and then flares out again to the original hilt diameter. A tapered grip allows a lightsaber wielder to hold onto the hilt more easily and minimizes the likelihood of the hilt slipping in the … Read more

Lightsaber Hilt Grip Section Styles: What You Should Know

custom lightsabers from various companies

Lightsaber hilts use lots of different types and styles of grip sections. Some grip sections, especially grip sections on Star Wars movie inspired hilts, are mainly meant to look cool. Other grip sections are more practical and comfortable during lightsaber dueling and everyday use. Let’s look at some common lightsaber grip sections styles. Grenade Grip … Read more

What is a dulon? | Lightsaber Terminology

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A dulon is a lightsaber training term that refers to a pre-arranged, solo sequence of lightsaber movements. A dulon is a type of solo practice, allowing the practitioner to rehearse and hone different lightsaber moves. The lightsaber choreography looks pretty cool, too! Watch What is a dulon? (Lightsaber Terminology) on YouTube A lightsaber dulon is similar a martial … Read more

What is the lightsaber scrolling effect? | Lightsaber Terminology

saber scroll effect

The lightsaber scrolling effect is the gradual activation or deactivation of individual LEDs within a lightsaber lightsaber blade. The purpose of the scrolling effect is to mimic the extension and retraction effect of the lightsaber blade in the Star Wars films. A real life lightsaber, however, has a plastic blade attached to the hilt. The … Read more

What is a hero lightsaber? | Lightsaber Terminology

Qui-Gon Jinn lightsaber

A hero lightsaber is a screen accurate version of a lightsaber used during close-ups in Star Wars movies. A hero lightsaber will be the most detailed version of a lightsaber shown in the film and will be the lightsaber that you imagine in you mind’s eye when you think of Darth Vader’s lightsaber, or Kylo Ren’s … Read more

What is a clamp card? | Lightsaber Terminology

clamp cards on various lightsabers

A lightsaber clamp card is a printed circuit board (PCB) style piece that attaches to a lightsaber’s activation box. Clamp cards are most commonly associated with Star Wars: Original Trilogy lightsabers, especially the Graflex or Skywalker style lightsaber. A clamp card is also considered to be a greeblie, which is an add-on piece or garnish … Read more

What is an activation box? | Lightsaber Terminology

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An activation box is a rectangular lightsaber component that’s typically located within the middle of the lightsaber hilt or possibly a bit toward the pommel of the lightsaber hilt. An activation box is most commonly associated with Original Trilogy lightsabers, including: Obi-Wan Kenobi’s lightsaber, Darth Vader’s lightsaber, and both of Luke Skywalker’s lightsabers. Some custom lightsaber companies … Read more