Master Jevaho's Ahsoka PVC hilt

[Master Jevaho]

I was inspired to start this project when I saw some PVC pipes lying aroundat my work. And after reading Qui-gon Jinns' PVC topic, I went to work.
For now the heavy bodywork is done, but I don't know a lot about electronics so that's the next step.
I'm building this saber as an exercise really. To hone my skills with a dremel and to learn how to wire electronics and LEDs.

Here's what I got so far:

http://fc01.deviantart.net/fs71/i/2010/339/d/2/ahsoka_tano_pvc_saber_w_i_p__by_mace2006-d34ales.jpg

I'm using a PVC tube and an aluminum pipe as inner body. The pommel I made out of a PVC endpiece and a cast from an obi wan saber I have.

After talking to Ki-Djowac and brainstorming a bit, I made a bit of a progress these past few days.

We worked out a basic set up electronics-wise. I'm a newbe so this will be an exiting project for me.

This is the WIP right before painting the outer shroud (pics of painting soon)

http://lh3.ggpht.com/_OEVpu8CC8sg/TRjdZeKRQhI/AAAAAAAAAMQ/SjTzUwo791Y/s512/ahsoka%20wip.jpg

Another update:

I've spray painted the outer shell silver and the details black. Later on, when I've figured out all of the electronic set up, I'll spraypaint the inner tube black with silver details.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_OEVpu8CC8sg/TRoudZz6hpI/AAAAAAAAAOs/w9hKHfpM_vo/s512/ahsoka%20wip2.jpg

I installed the electronics in this piece last weekend. I never soldered or did any electronics in my life, so I'm very proud of what I achieved today:

- I installed the Luxeon 3 watt Green LED
- I installed the soundboard PCB that was recovered out of an Anakin 2010 hasbro econo saber
- I installed the switch and the speaker (recoverd from a MR fx saber)
- I built a dummy battery out of wood and aluminium tape for the 4th battery space (no pics of that sorry)

All this after I received some advice on the matter from Ki-Djowac, thanks a lot for that buddy! I could not have done it without your help.

The pics:

1) The Electronics:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_OEVpu8CC8sg/TUXd6BRKEgI/AAAAAAAAAQ0/2AEdLqdqYZw/s512/ahsoka%20wip3.jpg

2) The Good:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/_OEVpu8CC8sg/TUXd6wjDHBI/AAAAAAAAAQ4/7PSRaAdxD4U/s512/ahsoka%20wip4.jpg

3) The Bad:

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/_OEVpu8CC8sg/TUXd7BJVM6I/AAAAAAAAAQ8/wIXkJorgKXs/s640/ahsoka%20wip5.jpg

As you can see in the last picture: I messed up my hilt by accidentally touching the PVC part with my soldering iron... A real shame but I think I'll be able to fix it.
So as you can see, it's almost done. Just need to fix some details and then I'll try and make a little movie of it.

This is my first saber build EVER, and it was meant as an economical trial before I step into the larger world of expensive soundboards and parts.

[Darth Odious]

Nice, pretty sweet for your first build, the outer shell looks very well cut, and paint is even on the pvc tube, very nice.

[Rafalema]

That's one of the best Ahsoka replicas I've ever seen. The shroud is cut smooth, the overall saber really looks like you've really put some hard work into it.
Excellent work, especially on your very first build! :cool:
Personally, I think that that soldering iron-touched-part isn't really that bad, gives the saber some personality. :D

Now all we have to figure out is where do these guys with so good first sabers come from...

[Master Jevaho]

That's one of the best Ahsoka replicas I've ever seen. The shroud is cut smooth, the overall saber really looks like you've really put some hard work into it.
Excellent work, especially on your very first build! :cool:
Personally, I think that that soldering iron-touched-part isn't really that bad, gives the saber some personality. :D

Now all we have to figure out is where do these guys with so good first sabers come from...

Belgium! To answer your question ;)

And the misshab with the soldering iron has been fixed. I'll take some updated pics soon.

[Ronan]

To fix, give it some sanding then repaint :)

[Knighthammer]

Good Job - very impressive Ahsoka, wouldn't even know its PVC - looking at the end product.

[Jedi_Knight_Zekk]

Woow... Nice first saber! You have a real talent at this! Great job! You'll fit in well here :)

[cardcollector]

Gotta say, I think I would prefer this to whatever hasbro comes out with inthe future.

Oh, and Darth midian, you better watch your back!

[Master Jevaho]

Thanks guys. I repainted the damaged parts yesterday, when the paint cures, I'll update this topic with some new pictures.

[RevengeoftheSeth]

I've taken a little break recently, but the idea of your cast replica of the pommel piece has me interested - could you do a step by step on how you cast the piece? I'm very into those styles of pommels and would like to see how one might be made.

I'd gladly pay you 1000 interwebs for this information, and thank you in advance ;)

Seth

[Borax]

Nice build. Great work with the PVC :)

[Master Jevaho]

I would gladly make a tutorial. You see, I'm working on a new pommel for future builds. I can make some WIP shots if you want.

BTW here's the finished product. I fixed the errors and took some better photos:

http://fc00.deviantart.net/fs70/i/2011/040/5/2/ahsoka_tano_pvc_saber_finished_by_mace2006-d3963kk.jpg

[Knighthammer]

I would gladly make a tutorial. You see, I'm working on a new pommel for future builds. I can make some WIP shots if you want.


YES PLEASE - and again, awesome looking saber there.

[dgdve]

Truely a beautiful saber from any material... but such a saber from a pvc master is a work of art... (inspirational)

[Master Jevaho]

Thanks for the kind words dgdve :)

[Gungan TK421]

wow great saber, great insperation fo us new guys here

[Master Jevaho]

Thanks :) Wait 'till you see my Rahm Kota ;)

[Darth Midian]

Dude, that looks awesome. I really love the pommel. I'm with Seth, I would really be interested in seeing how you made that. You just have to love pvc. Cardcollector, you're funny.

[Master Jevaho]

I'm building an improved version of this pommel and I'm making a new mold. I'm also planning on casting them in silver. If you guys are interested in this, PM me.

[Binkleberry]

Wicked nice saber, man. I'm really digging the pommel and the clever use of PVC and aluminum. Your dremel-fu is strong. Nice, beautiful lines. Well done.

[Master Jevaho]

Thanks Binkleberry. Dreeling PVC is a lot easier than aluminium, so I'm rehersing first before I start working on aluminium shrouds.