General hilt building [Archive] - The Custom Saber Shop Forums

Jay-gon Jinn's Brass Saber Series #32 (BS-32) (12 replies)
Ever tried using an MPP or MPP replica for Anakin Episode II? (0 replies)
Double-bladed Saber Construction (3 replies)
Help needed with wiring first hilt build with Crystal Focus 9 (10 replies)
Dealing with the twisties (6 replies)
Shroud Design through FreeCAD (1 replies)
I may have messed up regarding chassis (10 replies)
4th saber build done (0 replies)
Anyone have experience with this blade holder? (2 replies)
12mm AV Switch Drill Bit Size? (1 replies)
Resistor placement for Illuminated AV switch (5 replies)
Sabers with OLED screens? (2 replies)
How to attach a shroud (5 replies)
Been some time since last visit (2 replies)
New Build won't charge (8 replies)
Custom Activation Boxes (1 replies)
Ideas for Hiding Blade Holder Seam (13 replies)
Wiring Strategy / Internal Design (10 replies)
Adding sound to an old build with pommel switch (6 replies)
First saber build and already have the bug (11 replies)
Ianthe build (9 replies)
Built my 3rd Saber. AT Shien (0 replies)
Easy DIY Faux Bone (0 replies)
Capacitive Touch Switch (4 replies)
First build and NBv4 (RGB) wiring diagram questions (3 replies)
3d Printed chassis for 26650 batteries (8 replies)
Replica Graflex Clamp with MHSv1 (2 replies)
Pico Crumble Help (missing swing sounds) (0 replies)
Old style round blade connectors (2 replies)
Question about Saltwater etching materials (40 replies)
Lens question (2 replies)
Quick question/verification of my understanding of Saberstaffs and sound boards (14 replies)
CFv7 Single Batt Install Experiences (2 replies)
MR Vader aux switch help (0 replies)
Crystal Focus v7 Battery (1 replies)
Attaching brass rods (20 replies)
Question on source for aluminum tubing for hilt and emitter (8 replies)
My Crossguard build! (0 replies)
Switches/Activation Boxes & Ribbed Extensions (0 replies)
Designs in Illustrator (9 replies)
Padawan Sabersmith (2 replies)
USB charging a saber (20 replies)
Graflex 2.5 Saber Kit Thumb Screw (2 replies)
Heat sink and ABS (3 replies)
Of Sleeves Blade Holders (2 replies)
AV switch thread pitch (2 replies)
Accent LEDs on a nano biscotti v4 help (4 replies)
DM1 kit pommel compatible with other pommels? (0 replies)
Saber Refit with CFX and RGB and custom chasis (10 replies)
Tier 2 Electronics Kit Card Configuration (2 replies)
First lightsaber install, Neopixel CFX, need advice on chassis (2 replies)
Retention Screw Question (7 replies)
Has anyone done a custom crystal chamber and used a 3D printed chassis? (2 replies)
How Do You Cut Lightsaber Crystals? (2 replies)
Lacrosse Pike (2 replies)
My first sinktube saber using hasbro bladebuilders econo board (6 replies)
does this scream Sith! (4 replies)
Second saber color change setup (5 replies)
Lock Washers for 12mm and 16mm AV Switches FOUND !!!!! (1 replies)
Need Assistance Constructing Saber (1 replies)
First Saber, long story, and questions aplenty (4 replies)
First Saber Checklist (0 replies)
Plug n play module. Need help to confirm if I understand it right. (2 replies)
MHS Build - BINARY SABER (6 replies)
Do I need to replace my speaker mount with a chassis? (2 replies)
Is my switch is momentary or Latching? (4 replies)
Nano Bisc. V4 activation issues (7 replies)
will the Maglite Conversion from the Saber Shop work with those light protectors? (0 replies)
Hilt space vs guts (5 replies)
AV Switch nut too tight (3 replies)
Blade Holder Thumb Screw Question (3 replies)
Blade holder slant direction poll (2 replies)
First Build Assist (2 replies)
Shroud and powder coating (1 replies)
First build HELP! (3 replies)
Wanting to gut MR Anakin (0 replies)
Troubleshooting question, this one seems very strange (8 replies)
Grip Suggestions (2 replies)
Hilt Vibrations (2 replies)
Basic crystal chamber build (4 replies)
Potentially fried board. How to confirm? (19 replies)
Hilts for little hands (6 replies)
Help securing grips to hilt!! (4 replies)
MPS Insert recharge port vs speaker mount (12 replies)
Locking Washers for AV Switches (3 replies)
Troubleshooting Help (2 replies)
Double Bladed Lightsaber (2 replies)
Question about double battery with STDP switch for neopixel (Graflex 2.5 build) (10 replies)
12mm Bezels (1 replies)
Question about removable chassis (9 replies)
Activation Box as Switch? (1 replies)
V2 3D-Printed Chassis (0 replies)
Rose Gold (4 replies)
Pommel Style 1 and Pommel Style 2 speaker covers (2 replies)
New Project. Heiland Flash hilt (14 replies)
Box style 28 kit (Korbanth LS6 Gullwing Activation Box) (1 replies)
Prizm and rice (7 replies)
ESD Safe Workstation (6 replies)
Weekend project (1 replies)
How to make grooves (without mill or lathe)? (16 replies)
How Much Shroud Material Can I Waste? (7 replies)
1965 RAY-O-VAC "Sportsman" 3 Cell Build (10 replies)
Looking for photos... (4 replies)
First Official Saber Build Ideas! (12 replies)
My latest design (8 replies)
Resistor identifying help. (10 replies)
Possible ground loop? (0 replies)
Scratch removal methods (32 replies)
Kit bash blade plug (6 replies)
Korbanth DM1 Darth Maul 2018 Version (Need advice on parts to buy from TCSS) (5 replies)
Metal stain? What? (2 replies)
Rey FX Conversion question. (0 replies)
what more do i need for my graflex? (18 replies)
Building a new saber after being gone a while. (7 replies)
SLIGHT 'S' shape (3 replies)
Is this even possible? Potential idea (3 replies)
The Secret to Plating 3D Chassis Parts: How To (7 replies)
LS6 Reveal Chamber with Sound (8 replies)
My first build. (3 replies)
Converting MR .45 scale lightsabers (3 replies)
DIY Anodizing Video (11 replies)
DC's Chasm Conduit How To (6 replies)
First build! Graflex 2.0 (ESB) w/CF9 (43 replies)
Entropy inspired saber design (1 replies)
Removable 18650 battery and recharge port (6 replies)
Nano Biscotte neopixel build (15 replies)
Desigining a lightsaber. (8 replies)
Saber III - White and Gold (3 replies)
momentary switch vs latching switch (4 replies)
Searching for a Better Battery Pack Option (2 replies)
weathering techniques that are pet safe? (4 replies)
Two more Claw hilts (7 replies)
Ferric chloride on mhs failure (4 replies)
Wood Working (3 replies)
18650 Battery Holder Question (1 replies)
Switch Help (2 replies)
Tips for illuminated blade tips? (7 replies)
NBv4 Install Questions (5 replies)
CF V9, PRIZM V5.1, and PICO V2 Wiring Diagram Mats (5 replies)
Drilling Switch Hole in 2 Inch F/F Extension ? (3 replies)
Customizing a Blade Hoder question (5 replies)
Weathering a saber (3 replies)
Light on charger blinking periodically (1 replies)
Copper plating trim pieces and activation box (7 replies)
Recharge port in stunt saber??? (1 replies)
Pico question with BBW star (9 replies)
First build, the good ole graflex saber (from scratch) (7 replies)
PVC hilt without a blade holder (7 replies)
Hilt Length? (4 replies)
Batteries: 18500 vs 18650 (8 replies)
Battery size question (6 replies)
Recharge Port Question (3 replies)
Oops, where do I put the clip? (4 replies)
First time builder (4 replies)
1st Lightsaber Build! (with a partial wooden hilt) (16 replies)
Recharge port in 3d printed chassis (7 replies)
Any concerns running 1.14" chassis in wider section? (7 replies)
Mounting 2 AV switches (3 replies)
Screw placement on blade holder. (4 replies)
Excel Component Checklist Idea (2 replies)
The Daughter's Saber (and comments on powder coating) (4 replies)
Does anyone know the dimensions of MHS v1 chassis disks? (9 replies)
Fitting RICE and recharge ports opposite AV switches (2 replies)
Speaker Holder V5 lip question (2 replies)
Crystal Focus is too wide for chassis, can I sand down these nubs on the side? (2 replies)
Some questions for my first saber build (14 replies)
LED Die Dimensions (8 replies)
Using MPS Insert Style 13 (2 replies)
Help- nbv3 cutting off when struck lightly? (2 replies)
Choke between pommel and main body questions (3 replies)
Covertech Hole Question (2 replies)
Removing blade tip (1 replies)
First Build, feedback on my schematic? (0 replies)
2nd Build this time with Copper bits (26 replies)
Ideas to reduce D ring rattle (2 replies)
Av switch led resistor question. .008 watt resistor? (4 replies)
Total nood, First build, need experienced eyes on this before I purchase the parts. (7 replies)
GRAFLEX Red Button and Glass Eye Thread SIZE/PITCH ? (8 replies)
Korbanth K4 - A build log by a total N00b (11 replies)
Problems with Rust-Oleum clear coat (8 replies)
Korbanth DM1 - 2016 version (14 replies)
MHS Heat Sink V3 questions (2 replies)
Scraptech Build (42 replies)
Shroud & box mounting (3 replies)
Favorite Clear Coat? (8 replies)
The color purple! (0 replies)
Speaker Placement with Recharge port in pommel. (6 replies)
Best saber soundboard for first time sound build (7 replies)
Latest Saber, Graflex 2.0 with Crystal Chamber (1 replies)
Effective Internal Length (13 replies)
Quick questions about my dream saber / Sanity check (6 replies)
graflex 2.0 chassie (3 replies)
Can someone draw radiator fins in Adobe Illustrator for me please? (1 replies)
Buckpuck or resister? (5 replies)
Chassis Disc's (11 replies)
My first saber build (6 replies)
graflex build (4 replies)
where to buy Luke ROTJ activation box? (0 replies)
My TCSS MHSv1 Saber Walking Staff... (4 replies)
LED STRIP acquisition options (29 replies)
Etching design transfer (3 replies)
Internal Chassis building (21 replies)
The Mark 2992 (6 replies)
Wiring check for Graflex CF 8 build (7 replies)
Build log: Jaden Korr's Arbiter (6 replies)
Pico crumble speaker issue (2 replies)
Three crystal Crystal Chamber (5 replies)
ANH Graflex with different grip - any suggestions? (3 replies)
Inner diameter and outer diameter for metal tubes for the hilt (2 replies)
Speaker installation question. (3 replies)
First lightsaber, building a graflex ESB (2 replies)
First build. Shroud material questions (2 replies)
Darth Vader FX ANH Removable Blade Repair (0 replies)
Alternate shroud material that fits well over mhs hilt? (5 replies)
'Therion's Wrath' a custom hilt build (13 replies)
Small diameter extension (1 replies)
How do I fit the aux switch into the 1 inch blade holder for the Graflex 2.0? (1 replies)
Working Graflex red button (5 replies)
Shroud ordering question (2 replies)
Wiring Issue or Fried Board? (8 replies)
Designing a new saber (22 replies)
Tap Handle (2 replies)
Nano Biscotte V4 ISSUES!!!! (2 replies)
Internals- crystal chamber question (5 replies)
Recharge Port? (1 replies)
Anikan / Obi Wan Synthesis (22 replies)
Help/Advice on recharge port (17 replies)
Kyrathalia's Deathcry-custom lightsaber build (10 replies)
First Sound Saber Build Help (3 replies)
New Ahsoka Tano SW Rebels Lightsaber Build Anyone? (5 replies)
Roman Props MK1 FX (5 replies)
Clone Wars Darth Maul DM1 Build Idea (0 replies)
Designing my second saber, "Keening". (21 replies)
Where to put the speaker? (3 replies)
"inner" core question (34 replies)
Need a blade-holder/reducer (1 replies)
Anyone offer custom machinging? (2 replies)
Prizm, Trident, FoCand Crossguard Sabers (0 replies)
Battle Damage (aka Happy Accident...) (14 replies)
Saber build log - Aegnor's Soulless (38 replies)
Slow Saber Build Thread: A Sentinel Called Sorrow (21 replies)
Tools for my first saber build (4 replies)
First time making a saber... need some help with a few parts. (4 replies)
Phoenix props Kylo Ren lightsaber (2 replies)
Another Etching Method? (4 replies)
Chassis / Chassis disc help (10 replies)
Speaker Holder Question (4 replies)
New MHS idea. Wanna run by everyone for opinions (55 replies)
Star Wars Rebels Darth Maul Lightsaber Staff (3 replies)
Totally new to this hobby. (19 replies)