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Does anyone have a Darksaber?

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06 Oct 2018 16:45 #327459 by

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Ir4eIroQWs&feature=youtu.be

Probably the best one I have seen. I do wonder a lot of Jedi here have their own lightsabers but I have not seen one use one or shown on.

I wonder how can one duel with it though? The hilt is very rectangular so I am not sure how you can properly use it? Are there even any weapons with a hilt like that? What do you think?

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06 Oct 2018 16:49 #327460 by

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That type of blade is usually made of acrylic, and snaps if used in duelling or any heavy use. Usually best used for pictures or for shelf queens. They're also usually a bit more expensive than standard blades, many being custom made to order, however companies like Kyberlight have come out with some affordable versions (if albeit noticeably lower quality).

I do, however, plan on getting myself a darksaber-esque blade down the road. Lot of great saber artists out there that make them, but I'd be going with the best and getting a custom piece from lightsaber blade-artist Gary Ripper.

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06 Oct 2018 16:58 - 06 Oct 2018 16:59 #327462 by

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Is there one for dueling per se? This is for shelves and collectors I guess.

I think it'd be interesting if they made one specifically for dueling like other sabers. I'd go for a different hilt though.

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06 Oct 2018 16:59 #327463 by

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Yabuturtle wrote: So is there one for dueling per se? This is for shelves and collectors I guess.

I think it'd be interesting if they made on specifically for dueling like other sabers. I'd go for a different hilt thought.

No, none for duelling. Well... technically they can all be used for that, but it'll snap in about two-three hits.

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06 Oct 2018 17:04 #327464 by

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True at least for this. I was wondering if there had been one designed for dueling although this one that this guy uses in the video shows it isn't really for dueling. It'd have to be made from pretty durable stuff I guess. It's the only saber I have seen that no one has dueled with though interestingly

I'm not sure what it'd have to be made of to be lightweight but durable for dueling. since it has a flat edge unlike other sabers.

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06 Oct 2018 18:27 #327467 by

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Also one that is translucent/transparent. Not many materials like that.

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06 Oct 2018 20:28 #327473 by Rex

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Why are you set on using such this? It seems like the least practical sort of impliment for swordplay unless you're larping or something

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06 Oct 2018 20:47 #327477 by

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I'm not "set" on using any of this stuff. It's a pretty simple thread I think. If anyone has it and if so have they used it.

Just haven't really seen anyone use one before.

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06 Oct 2018 20:52 - 06 Oct 2018 20:57 #327478 by

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If you want one you can duel with that has a lightning pattern, I'd recommend looking at Ripper Blades Unstable Polycarbonate (also his Pearl Blades). They're not flat, but they do have etchings that give unstable effects, lightning patterns, ect. But, however (as hand made products like these are), they are pricey.

And if its the hilt style you're after... there is a sabre in the market called the Darksai. Its the darksaber hilt, but a bit more... well, comfortable in the hand. Made by Kaizen Sabers.

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19 Mar 2019 16:32 #335872 by

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Supposedly there are ones for dueling and just keeping it on shelves like this.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p3_All7kZW4&lc=z22kgpsqakn4it5zn04t1aokgwwtqbu0xtc2nuj51c3jbk0h00410.1553011636669900&feature=em-comments

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19 Mar 2019 18:41 #335882 by

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Yeah. Notice how he's hitting it flat on the edge. That would make it more stable.

Take a twack at the side and it'll snap at the base in one, two hits.

There have been, to date, no flat plastic blades that can be duelled with.

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19 Mar 2019 19:29 #335887 by

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Then it's not really meant for dueling if it can't take a whack on the side. Why say it is for dueling when it is not then?

Still though you'd need to change the hilt as it is too rectangular and needs to be round

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19 Mar 2019 19:32 #335888 by

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People have been trying to pass the "duelling Darksaber" blade scam for a while now. The best quality ones can take, at most, a handful of strikes before shattering, snapping, or splintering. But before people can disprove them, people buy them. And that's why people claim for them to be 'duel worthy'. Its quick money.

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19 Mar 2019 21:39 #335895 by

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I have not heard anyone say it's a scam or seen videos showing that but then, never bought one or knew others of using it. Guess I would not be surprised though. I would like it if someone demonstrated it anyway just to show how tough it actually is. A shame because a dueling darksaber would be nice.

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