Hello, first post, first saber build

[Gobber]

Hello everyone, my name is Steve and I have been crawling around here on the boards researching and decided to go ahead and make a saber. For my first attempt I decided to go mostly with typical hardware store items, PVC, Lexan, drain tube, epoxy putty, etc...so far it is coming along well. I picked up a 1.25LED blade holder and went to town pretty much making it up as go. I wanted the Dooku style curved hilt just because I like the style and I am about 75% done. I plan to go with the Seoul P4 green and NB sound card. My next step is to order a few items and start painting. My design features a curved hilt, and vertical illuminated crystal with one end exposed. It also sports a Lexan emitter (looking for an illuminated ring effect) with slots through the blade holder. I think it is turning out well for a first try. I will post more pics. as I go.

Steve

http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132111_zps449f29d1.jpg http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132109_zps5c0fefc6.jpg http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132158_zps07537745.jpg http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132110_zps8e44fb39.jpg http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132108_zps5a69c3be.jpg http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132110a_zps19b5c0ce.jpg

[Silver Serpent]

Interesting design. It could be a great looking saber when it's finished. I'm looking forward to seeing the paint job you get on that.

[Gobber]

Interesting design. It could be a great looking saber when it's finished. I'm looking forward to seeing the paint job you get on that.

Thank you sir. I have a little more detail work to do before I start painting. The trouble is I have to almost force myself to stop wanting to add/change more to it as I go. Is it because I am new that my images only show as links in the post? I have been searching for information on posting images to see if there are any restrictions or if I have just not done something right. Forums are something that wreak havoc with my brain sometimes until I figure them out.

Steve

[Silver Serpent]

You just posted the attachments incorrectly. I nearly always post links to my photobucket acct, so I'm not quite sure how to help you.

Your best bet is to make a new post, try things out, and use the "preview" button until you get the images to show up properly.

[Gobber]

Well, I can't seem to view the thumbnails of the images I have uploaded....hmmm. Will continue trying other options.

Steve

[Gobber]

Can't get it to work with Photobucket either...

[MedicineMan]

Once you upload the pics in Photobucket, copy the IMG thumb link and paste it in your reply. This should show you picture.

[Gobber]

I can't seem to edit the original post so let this be a test of what you say.

http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132108_zps5a69c3be.jpg

Nope, it didn't work.....

Steve

[Arsies]

I can't seem to edit the original post so let this be a test of what you say.

http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132108_zps5a69c3be.jpg

Nope, it didn't work.....

Steve

http://i848.photobucket.com/albums/ab43/quiverfulcreations/0908132108_zps5a69c3be.jpg

You have to use the [ img ]IMAGE URL[ /img ] command without spaces

[Gobber]

Thank you for the input Arsies! I have sucessfully updated the original post and the pics now show up. I will continue to work on the formatting as I learn. I appreciate everyone's help with the pictures. It's always good to learn something new.

Steve

[Ty_Bomber]

Very cool hilt. I like the curved designs myself, and this is a very unique piece. Watching.

[Gobber]

Thank you very much! I just ordered the switch and charging port. Once I have those installed all the Dremel work will be done and I will start the painting process.

Steve