Hand-and-a-half Saber

[Invisas1979]

My trouble is figuring out how to do it with parts on this site and if i'll be able to fit all the guts needed inside as well as where to put a second switch for the "shoto" end. Might put the switch in the butt end of it so that it would make use of the opening in the pommel when separated.

I would think that if you wanted sound in both sabers you will need a saber bigger than 12in. Maybe 14in but prob 16in.

To save space I would look at smaller slide switches or having the nice ones mounted just below the led on both ends.

Then finally you'll need someone to make a good quick disconnect so the sabers come apart without a lot of fuss. One which will also hold the internals in and still look good. That's the really tricky part.

[$tarkiller]

I'm a big guy as well (6' 3" 300 lbs) and I think the 13.9 inch saber you have there may still be a bit small for you. If my memory is correct, the Anakin FX saber hilt is 13 inches long, so 0.9 inches really isn't adding a lot.

It is actually 11'

[Darth_Shadox]

I'm not putting sound in this saber, this one is primarily for costuming.

[ARKM]

I'm not putting sound in this saber, this one is primarily for costuming.

Um, wouldn't sound in a hilt be more for costuming and conventions? You know, so you can show it to others and have them go ooh and aah over it? You don't really need sound in a saber for fan films (as that is added in post) or for dueling with your buddy in your backyard.

[Count Malik]

Um, wouldn't sound in a hilt be more for costuming and conventions? You know, so you can show it to others and have them go ooh and aah over it? You don't really need sound in a saber for fan films (as that is added in post) or for dueling with your buddy in your backyard.

True, but it all adds to the effect!
personally as long as you have enough room for at least both of you hands to fit on the saber comfortly then your pretty good... but thats imo. some people like small hilts some people like big long hilts... Its all up to you!