Hello, I am new to this hobby but am a long time admirer of the craft. I have decided to build my first saber. I have already ordered parts and they are on the way.

I have read a lot of stuff but I think it's time to get my hands dirty. Here's my diagram of my saber. It is a stunt saber for the time being, but I wish to upgrade it to a Nano Biscotte at a later point.

lightsaber internals sm.jpg

I think I have the idea for how to wire a basic stunt but I'll have to figure out the Nano Biscotte later.

Questions on my mind:

? Does this wiring make sense? I based it off Tim's Buckpuck direct drive diagram. It's 6v going through a 1000mA into a rebel star green.
? Just how hard is it to drill into MHS parts without a drill press? Will a hand drill suffice? I ordered drilling on the switch and blade screw but plan to add some other things myself.
? In your opinion what is the best alternative to powder coating.
? How do I make it a black core blade? Just kidding, put your blasters away.

Parts Used:

4AAA Battery Pack
Rebel Star LED/ Heat Sink Module Green
Push on/off Switch w Black Button
1000mA Buckpuck
8-32 1/8 Set Screw
Black Covertech Clip Button
Covertech Clip
TCSS Battle Blade Bullet Tip
JST extension X3
Blade Holder 16
5'' Double Female Blank
MHS Ribbed Extension
Pommel 3v2
MPS Insert Style 1
MPS Clip