 "Light(less)saber" | 2009-06-01 |
| - Reviewed By User: A2UJE3G5EVVIEB |
| This is an okay toy, but I guess in all the rave reviews for it, I missed the fact that it has no light source. My son was disappointed, but still plays with it from time to time. |
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 "Anakin's cool blue lightsaber" | 2006-08-01 |
| - Reviewed By Anonymous |
| I bought this lightsaber a few days ago and it is sweeet! The blade goes all the way down, unlike the electronic one. It can clip to your pants and the blade is much more durable than the electronic saber. There is a lock to keep the blade inside the hilt. You activate the lock by pushing down on the blade when its in the hilt. To take out the blade, you simply slide down the button and flick your wrist. The hilt is Anakin's hilt. If you have enough money, buy this saber! |
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 "Awesome toy" | 2006-04-10 |
| - Reviewed By i1iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii |
Toy Lightsaber Line (2005.)
INTRODUCTION:
Star Wars is the ultimate science fiction saga of all time - there's no debating it. Ever since 1977, the science fiction saga George Lucas created has captivated audiences all around the world. If there's one idea from the series that was truly unique, it was the Lightsaber - a beam of pure energy that could slice through anything - except for the blade of another Lightsaber. Many attempts have been made over the years to create the perfect replica of these legendary weapons, ranging from children's toys to high-quality replicas. One of the most abundant of the children's toys is the standard toy Lightsaber line. Read on to see how these non-powered replicas measure up.
OVERVIEW:
This line of toy Lightsabers was released around the same time as the Revenge Of The Sith film. They retail for approximately eight dollars each. Many different colors and styles are available, and more are likely to come. This is a line of children's toys, not high quality collectibles.
REVIEW:
As a big fan of Star Wars, I love to explore all different varieties of products from the series. Lightsabers are one of the coolest things to emerge from the Star Wars universe, and as such, it's one of the things toy companies have attempted on numerous occasions. These models won't really win any points for detail or flare (mostly due to a lack of light and sound) but for having your own little duels, these will work nicely. Keep reading for pros and cons.
THE GOOD:
-FOR PERSONAL LIGHTSABER DUELS, THIS IS THE MODEL TO OWN. Despite the lack of lights and sound, these things keep the experience authentic. The look and general feel are true to the universe, and since there's no sophisticated electronics, you don't have to worry about messing up the internal workings. So you can duel all you want with these things, and have no worries.
-CREATES THE FEEL OF A REAL LIGHTSABER NICELY IN MANY WAYS. The saber extends and retracts, plus it has a belt clip you can use to carry it in the retracted state. As such, it's quite portable and easy to carry around.
-EASY TO EXPAND AND RETRACT. The saber is easily expanded with the snap of your wrist and holding down the red sliding button. Once expanded, to retract it you just push down the expanded portions of the blade.
-STAYS EXPANDED WELL. Unlike many other "expanding sword" type toys on the market, this one was designed well for the expanded state. It actually takes some work to get it retracted, so it likely won't fail when you need it.
-CHEAP! These things are the least expensive Lightsaber replicas on the market, and as such, in the rare and unlikely event that you break one, you can easily afford and buy a replacement.
-QUITE DURABLE FOR THE PRICE. These things can take a lot of abuse and still work fine, despite the low price. As such, they're ideal for many Star Wars fans, young and old alike.
-SEVERAL DIFFERENT COLORS AVAILABLE. If it's a color of Lightsaber you've seen in a Star Wars movie, you can get it in this line.
THE BAD:
-NO LIGHTS OR SOUND. This is as much a pro as a con. Sure, you don't have to worry about damaging electronics, but without the lights, it's hardly a Lightsaber. I wish they had made an area where you could put in an optional pack for light and sound. That would have been a nice option.
-EVERY ONE IS PRETTY MUCH THE SAME. Essentially, every one of these toys has the exact same hilt and only the blade color differs. But then again, I wasn't expecting much variance, seeing how this is a cheap toy.
-SOMETIMES TOUGH TO RETRACT THE BLADE. Not a big deal, as I was worried more about the blade staying retracted. Still, it's a shame this isn't as easy as extending the blade.
-NOT MUCH OF A COLLECTOR'S PIECE. If you want a nice collector's piece in the form of a Lightsaber, get one of the Force FX sabers. The product I'm reviewing here is a toy, plain and simple.
OVERALL:
Overall this is an awesome Lightsaber. If you want to have duels with your friends, this would be the best product to do it with. Sure, it lacks light and sound, but it's durable enough that you won't be breaking it anytime soon or having it get ruined. Overall, despite the flaws, I recommend these.
EDITION NOTES:
This is one of the most beloved Star Wars toys out there today. It's likely that it's going to remain widely available for quite some time to come, as Star Wars fans young and old alike love Lightsabers, as well as cheap stuff.
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| "GREAT LIGHTSABER" | 2006-02-24 |
| - Reviewed By Anonymous |
| I like the light side.The Sith only use their anger.Like Anakin says in Episode III,I see in the lies of the Jedi.I don't fear the Sith as you do.So,I got blue.Me and my friend fight very fast.Just like in the movies.The blue lightsaber is very good.You get a fine grip on it so you can battle.It doesn't light up,but it is still fun.I t looks like Anakin's lightsaber.Fulfill your destiny!MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU! |
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| "Great toy, reccomended for SW fans" | 2005-12-31 |
| - Reviewed By User: A3900MR2HNXTSH |
| I bought this toy the day star wars came out and I fell in love with it. First of all the hilt is stiled just like Anakins lightsaber from Return of the Sith to the Empire Strikes back. It has a belt clip that you can hook on your belt, the blade goes all the way into the hilt, and it is lots of fun to fool around with. This a great toy to keep you on your heels for a while if you are saving up for an FX lightsaber. I have a couple comments. I think the hilt should be a little bigger and the blade a little longer. I also think that it woul be cool if the blade glowed in the dark. Overall I think this a fantastic toy and if you have time run out to the store and buy one or two. |
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| "AWESOME" | 2005-12-29 |
| - Reviewed By User: AP2H5PHZPGHOH |
| I got this for Christmas, and it is awesome. It is alot better for dueling because the blade is thick because no light has to shine through. The lightsaber also has a clip to put it on you belt, and the blade goes all the way in and latches, so when you are walking through the Jedi Temple the blade doesn't come out. AWESOME!!!!! |
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