Invisas 2nd Sith Saber

[Invisas1979]

Hello saberland

Been a while since I posted something new on here, been real busy this year and lacked a bit of enthusiasm too. That has changed somewhat in the last week, so I thought I get started on a project which I initially intended to be part of the
TCSS comp.

What I have is BH 19, Ribbed/Grooved Ext, Two trim rings, 1.5in Ext and a Doub Fem Grooved without holes.

I also ordered some chassis parts and had some made. I really want to make a Slothfurnace style crystal chamber which is
proving harder than I thought.

So here's what I've got so far.

Saber parts all together, doesn't look like much or even a good combo of parts.

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So I got started on the shroud I had in mind. Find I'm getting better with the dremel. Test fit with the BH in.

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Then I finished the cutting and did a bit of filing and a proper test fit

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[Invisas1979]

And how annoying, can only add 5 images per post. Apologies for the double posting.

So the test fit, this time with switch placement and I've finished two of three cut outs in the double female with grooves
(which need some work).

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Still got some work to do on the shroud, needs rubbing down to rid it of some minor marks and then polishing.

So I had a little play with the design of the crystal chamber and have come up with a basic design.

Parts and Pics.

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More to come shortly.

[Invisas1979]

Ok tripple post here we go. Again not intentional but can't add any more pics in the last post.

So I had a play with the design. To hold the chassis in pace I knew I always wanted to attach a speaker holder to it. Initially I drilled and tapped the speaker holder, but this was not strong enough, so I put a bolt in and secured it to the radiator
rings.

Build pic and test fit.

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My measurements were good and the centre piece, where the crystal will sit, is in the middle of the extension. Once I
have the main reveal slot done, the crystal chamber will be very much on show.

That's all for now. Apologies again for the triple post.

[Silver Serpent]

It's amazing how much a good shroud will improve the base parts. You're using essentially the same MHS parts that I used on Palea Dei, but looks nothing like her. It's looking very nice, can't wait to see more pics.

[Knighthammer]

Looking good - really like the chassis work. Are those just brass washers? (besides what looks to be Tims work as well).

[Invisas1979]

Looking good - really like the chassis work. Are those just brass washers? (besides what looks to be Tims work as well).

I found a clock maker who sold brass blanks and had an 8mm hole drilled center so Tims chassis disc pattern could be drilled into them. Chassis is a fair way from finished though.

It's amazing how much a good shroud will improve the base parts. You're using essentially the same MHS parts that I used on Palea Dei, but looks nothing like her. It's looking very nice, can't wait to see more pics.

Yes, I completely agree. The sleeve material is the most versatile thing Tim sells. It's awesome stuff and far better than sink tube, though the brass of the sink tube is great if you have the patience to sand the chrome off.

[Xanatos1986]

Simply amazing great job.

[face palm]

Nice work. The shroud work is nothing short of brilliant and the chassis assembly with the speaker is pretty cleaver. Might jot down the idea for a future build of mine

[Tarrell]

Great job so far, im really looking forward to seeing this all come together.

[Elodin]

I have to agree with the sentement about the shroud. It makes all the difference! Its a cool design, I might have to play around with something similar in MHS Builder