A question about sleeves and trim rings

[ilpostino]

I am currently buidling a Visas Marr light saber (http://www.501st.com/crl/SL_CRL/SL115_Visas_Marr_UU/115_10.jpg) for my GF (or something that's going to be as close as possible). See picture bellow to see what's it looks like now. I have sanded it and know someone with a lathe that's going to make is look as close as possible.

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Just above the buttons on Visas Marr light saber is a part thats somewhat wider/thicker than the rest of the hilt. Is it possible to use trim ring 3 (http://www.thecustomsabershop.com/Trim-Ring-3-P533.aspx) or MHS Sleeve material (http://www.thecustomsabershop.com/MHS-Sleeve-material-P468.aspx) to make it look more similar?

[Silver Serpent]

If you have someone with a metalworking lathe, then using the sleeve material would likely be your best choice. You'll have to find a method to attach the lathed piece to you hilt, but there are several good ways to do so. Some people use epoxy or other adhesives, while others will use screws.

[ilpostino]

So both the trim ring 3 or MHS Sleeve material "slides on" the outside of the hilt? Sounds nice. Most likely I think I am going to use epoxy to attach it.

[Forgetful Jedi Knight]

So both the trim ring 3 or MHS Sleeve material "slides on" the outside of the hilt? Sounds nice. Most likely I think I am going to use epoxy to attach it.

No, Trim Rings don't slide over the hilt. They are meant to be used between 2 pieces and are locked into place them the 2 MHS pieces are screwed together.

[ilpostino]

Thanks. On the hilt I have a 7" Double female threaded connector and a double ended male threaded connector style 1 so I guess I can put it there.