JSS & LDM Copper & Carbon Fiber Saber (CCF1)

[Lord Dottore Matto]

Copper & Carbon Fiber Saber

This is a collaboration between JudgeSabersmith and myself. As many know, we have collaborated frequently over the past couple of years. In this saber's case, the Master of Dremel-Fu created this saber from copper pipe. It is about 1.25" OD nominal, which means it is on par size-wise with Korbanth hilts. It is deceptively small...seriously, you can't tell by looking at the pictures. The detail is absolutely gorgeous and IMO it is some of Judge's finest work. It is made up of a core and two exceptionally intricately textured and weathered shrouds. He also liberally used textured Carbon Fiber mesh. How on Earth could I do this thing justice? You know how we sometimes mention "Master-level" installs? Yeah...this would be one. Well, I started by (internally) machining it to handle any electronics...yes, internal real estate is muy scarce. Next, I developed the dual crystal chamber. This one houses two stained Quartz points (big ones). One is stained Teal and one Green. Also had to figure out what the heck to do with the switches. I always like the "Activation Stud" idea. It is mentioned in many of the EU books and always makes sense to me. I also always seem to use it on JSS collaborative sabers, lol. In this case, the studs were made in the vein of the Orbital Machining TPM red knobs. I made them from the same steel buttonhead screws that hold the shrouds on for continuity. They work great and look like they belong, so I am happy. Finally, I went with an AWESOME Tri-Rebel LED, rectangular speaker (Like the WAT TPMs as well) and Crystal Pommel. She came out VERY heavy (no surprise there). I would say that this one will end up being a shelf queen or belt hanger due to how gorgeous and delicate (copper is soft after all) it is. As far as custom sabers go, this one is as high end as I have ever seen, she is chalk full of features and I hope I did Judge's creation justice.

Particulars:
Real Copper Hilt
PCv2.0 (lightmeat)
GGW Tri-Rebel
Dual Quartz Crystal Chamber
7.4V Li-ion with 2.1mm recharge/kill in grip section
Crystal Pommel
HO rectangular speaker

The BMT:

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The Glams:

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The Detail and FoC:

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[Silver Serpent]

That's very lovely. Was the copper texturing all done with a dremel? I can't even imagine how long that would take...

Congrats on yet another outstanding saber, to you and JSS!

[Lord Dottore Matto]

That's very lovely. Was the copper texturing all done with a dremel? I can't even imagine how long that would take...

Congrats on yet another outstanding saber, to you and JSS!

I believe he did indeed do it all with a Dremel. Thanks man.

[sekrogue1985]

the master of dremel fu strikes again with another great saber! I always love the overlays you do!

[ElbE121]

This saber is a work of art! Hats off to LDM and judgesabersmith! To all the new people who may not recognize judge, you definitely need to search the forums! I think he goes by Jonitus on these forums but he has created some of the most outstanding pieces of work in our hobby, too many pieces to even begin to list.

[Onli-Won Kanomi]

For those of you who are new Jon Judge is one of the original Masters in this hobby and when he graces us with another unique Masterpiece it is always a treat...add to that that this is a collaboration of Masters with LDM and whoever is very fortunate to get this will have a true work of art and the subtleties and workmanship of this that may not be so obvious in photos will be very much appreciated in hand...I so much wish I wasn't poor. -sigh-

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

For those of you who are new Jon Judge is one of the original Masters in this hobby and when he graces us with another unique Masterpiece it is always a treat...add to that that this is a collaboration of Masters with LDM and whoever is very fortunate to get this will have a true work of art and the subtleties and workmanship of this that may not be so obvious in photos will be very much appreciated in hand...I so much wish I wasn't poor. -sigh-

Well said. This saber is a work of art. Congrats Jon and LDM.

[Dahi Esmeva]

Very Nice. That shroud is impressive.

[Darth Midian]

LDM, how have you been man? This saber is absolutely amazing, just amazing. I love the texture in the copper and I really love the dual crystal chamber. WOW!

[Lord Dottore Matto]

Thanks everyone! I am sure that Judge is suitably humbled by the kind words as well :)

[Kevin Starwaster]

Like the dual crystal, looks cool.

[patolcott]

Where did you find the carbon fiber peices? and how did you incorporate then into your saber? are they shrouds? i have been trying to do this very same thing and i cannot find where to get the carbon fiber. How easy is it to cut the carbon fiber and sand it smooth do you need any special tools? thanks

[Lord Dottore Matto]

Where did you find the carbon fiber peices? and how did you incorporate then into your saber? are they shrouds? i have been trying to do this very same thing and i cannot find where to get the carbon fiber. How easy is it to cut the carbon fiber and sand it smooth do you need any special tools? thanks

That would be a question to address to Jonitus. maybe shoot him a PM.