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Title: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on September 01, 2006, 02:07:40 PM
"Before the dark times... before the Empire."

And so the words of Obi-Wan Kenobi would greatly influence the young Tattoine farmboy... to an extent he never imagined.

At first glance, the 2006 Master Replicas Obi-Wan Kenobi Force FX Lightsaber Collectible portrays something of a regal and classical era... a time when good rose above evil and the power of the light kept the dark at bay. Obi-Wan Kenobi may be the best example of a Jedi Knight of the Old Republic; and fittingly so, his Revenge of the Sith lightsaber may very well be the best representation of a Jedi's weapon.

The Obi-Wan Kenobi lightsaber comes at a time when Master Replicas has continually strived to put out a better product. Each Force FX lightsaber collectible tends to be a step above the previous. Perhaps the Obi-Wan release is a step below, taking into consideration the fact that it utilizes the technology of Generation 3 lightsabers from 2005. But is really a step down from the Generation 4 Darth Maul from The Phantom Menace; or on the contrary, is it a step beyond what Master Replicas has offered it's collectors in the past?

The Hilt

To say that your product is the "offical" reproduction of a character's weapon from the most sucessful film franchise in history, you'd better have something to substantiate your claim. The hilt on the Obi-Wan Kenobi Force FX clearly resembles what was shown on-screen in the third chapter of the Star Wars saga. But is it identical? No. And understandably so, of course. The Luke Skywalker Return of the Jedi Force FX lightsaber from 2003 (later re-issued with Generation 3 technology in 2005) went through the same fate as the current lightsaber when it's neck was widened to accomodate the necessary components that enable a Force FX to function. This widened feature doesn't really retract from the overall look of the replicated lightsaber. (At least not in my opinion.) The filming prop of Obi-Wan's lightsaber from Revenge of the Sith was crafted to replicate the original prop from A New Hope. As such, the prop department did a splendid job of re-creating the iconic weapon wielded by Sir Alec Guinness in the original film. The Obi-Wan ROTS Force FX follows the material pattern that both props utilized. The base and center band of the weapon feature an elegant chrome finish. The "grenade" portions of the lightsaber are metal. And finally, the emitter is aluminum. Just as the prop masters at Lucasfilm stayed true to the A New Hope prop, the wizards at Master Replicas remained true to the Revenge of the Sith prop. These combinations make for a very shiny lightsaber that is very pleasing to the eye. Unfortunately, my own lightsaber has a few scrapes in the centerband near the ignition switch bridge. They're not too noticeable, but to a perfectionist such as myself, they're a bit of a bummer. I do know that there's probably not a perfect Force FX out there, so it isn't a big deal.

In hand, the Obi-Wan Force FX lightsaber feels very well balanced. The metal hilt provides an excellent grip that is most comfortable to the hands. It is probably the easiest Force FX to swing around, due to the unique design. I'd have to say that this lightsaber could very well be easier to handle than the actual prop was, being that the widened neck provides additional grip space. The weight of this iconic replica is about perfect, as far as I'm concerned. It's not too lightweight and not too heavy. I'd say its weight is about on par to the Darth Vader The Empire Strieks Back lightsaber. It certainly isn't as heavy as the Mace Windu Revenge of the Sith release, and it shouldn't be. With only three AA batteries supplying power to the 64 LEDs and sound module, this lightsaber shouldn't weigh any more than the Anakin ROTS... or especially the Mace Windu ROTS, for that matter. Or should it? Where the Luke ROTJ was made of both aluminum and plastic, the Obi-Wan ROTS is nearly entirely metal. As with the second release of the Anakin ROTS, we know that extra metal certainly equates to extra weight. Unlike the Anakin ROTS, I have noticed that the Obi-Wan lightsaber does not capture fingerprints as easily. As I'm pretty sure the chrome used in both lightsabers is pretty much the same, it's hard to say what might account for this. Similarly to the Darth Vader ESB, the Obi-Wan Kenobi lightsaber is ignited when the switch on the control box is pressed forward. As the Vader ESB featured my favorite lightsaber ignition switch, I'm most pleased at where MR placed the same button on this lightsaber. All in all, the Obi-Wan ROTS Force FX hilt is very well-designed and most attractive to the eye.

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The Ignited Blade

"I will do what I must."

Looking ahead into the dark, unaware of what lies ahead, a sense of courage falls upon you as you're thumb moves to ignite the blade of the Jedi's weapon. Obi-Wan Kenobi's weapon. That is the feeling you get when you switch on the Obi-Wan Kenobi Force FX for the very first time. You know to expect something great... something magical. And as that arc of blue light shines before your eyes, you are swept into that galaxy far, far away.

Without a doubt, the Obi-Wan lightsaber contains the brightest of all blue FX saber blades. It's brighter than the Anakin ROTS. The blue color itself is lighter than it is in the Anakin lightsaber, but darker than the Luke Skywalker The Empire Strikes Back release. Below is a picture with the Anakin ROTS on the left. At the time the picture was taken, the Anakin lightsaber had brand new batteries, whereas I'd already had the Obi-Wan on for my testing purposes and for the pictures I took. The Obi-Wan lightsaber was still brighter than the Anakin.

As far as consistency goes, I've read several reviews indicating that the Obi-Wan lightsaber has a smoother, more consistent look to the ignited blade. After testing and comparing my lightsaber to older Force FXs, I'd have to say that it is smoother. But more consistent? Not really. My old version one Anakin from early 2005 is about the same in consistency; perhaps just a bit less consistent. The Obi-Wan still has a few LEDs that are brighter than the majority of them, as do all Force FXs, so to me it isn't much different in that regard. The smoothness alone, however, does account for a brighter and crisper looking blade. And that's very important with each new Force FX release. Unfortunately, this saber also has the infamous dark spot at the center of the blade. It is a bit harder to see than it is on the version one Anakin ROTS, but it is still there. Another point of interest is that the Obi-Wan lightsaber seems to have a more distinct arc wave than the other blue Force FXs. That's another step up. And of course, a neat thing about the Obi-Wan ROTS is the way that the light from the blade reflects at the top of the emitter. As others have stated, it makes the smal grooves in the emitter appear as if the emitter is surrounded with tiny LEDs. It's one of those cool little things like the light shining from the openings of the Luke ESB emitter that make you appreciate your Force FXs even more.

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(As a sidenote, the reflection of the ignited blade on the red oak table reveals the differently lit LEDs. The reflection also looks like the lightsabers on old artwork from The Empire Strikes Back.)


Sound

Always of importance to Force FX collectors are the sound effects of each Force FX collectible. With the Obi-Wan ROTS lightsaber, Master Replicas re-used the sound module from both the Anakin ROTS and the Luke Skywalker ROTJ. It sounds more crisp this time around. These particular sound effects have never sounded better, but as they are rehashed sounds, they're nothing special. They serve their purpose, and that's important. Apart from the idle hum, the ignition, swing, clash, and power-down sounds are all the same. I must point out that the clash sounds are a bit hard to activate... the blade has to be hit pretty hard. The swing sounds don't sound as easily as in other lightsabers, but that may be due in part to the fact that my lightsaber is new.


Fin

As a new lightsaber from an iconic character who's weapon has never before been offered, the Obi-Wan Kenobi Force FX Lightsaber Collectible from Master Replicas is a wonderful addition to any collection. While the technology utilized in its creation is nothing that has not been accomplished before, the Obi-Wan Force FX is a step beyond what Master Replicas has come out with in the past. The blade is brighter than that of any previous blue-bladed offering, and the sound is clearer. The hilt is also about as accurate as you can get with the current technology, and it's a marvel to look at. Those qualities make for a better product, and that's what Master Replicas should strive to offer with each new release. Unlike the Darth Maul TPM release, which in my opinion, as a single-bladed lightsaber was inferior to the Darth Vader ESB, the Obi-Wan Kenobi outshines it's predecessors. I have to say that I am extremely pleased with the Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS lightsaber and that I am very happy to own it. I know that if I were to go to battle against the Sith, this is the lightsaber I would carry with me. I now prefer it over my other Force FXs... save for the Luke ESB.

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Me and my cherished Obi-Wan Kenobi Force FX Lightsaber, by Master Replicas.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on September 01, 2006, 02:22:31 PM
Nice review Aayla! Now I really want my Obi-Wan (which should hopefully be here soon!) I'm glad you won one in the trivia =)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Bandit-Jedi on September 01, 2006, 02:36:01 PM
Awesome Review Aayla, as always.

You definitely let your writing talents shine as bright at the Obi-Wan FX!
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Jaden Korr on September 01, 2006, 02:41:38 PM
Great Review Aayla. You are a very talented writer. Good pics to i have been waiting to see the Obi next to the Ani for reference.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Jedi Ollie on September 01, 2006, 02:57:42 PM
Simply astonishing.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: trexy on September 01, 2006, 03:03:19 PM
Great review Aayla , Very detailed
I like the photos , Good job
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Irkis Clag on September 01, 2006, 03:23:45 PM
nice review and nice pics
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: destrius on September 01, 2006, 03:42:00 PM
Awsome review as always Aayla! I agree that you are very talented. :)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Kyp Durron on September 01, 2006, 04:39:07 PM
Heh, I told you it was the brightest blue blade yet and the most evenly lit.  ;D
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Knuckle01 on September 01, 2006, 05:23:24 PM
outstanding!!!!
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Shadowlynx on September 01, 2006, 07:34:00 PM
Very Beautifully done, The review makes the Obi wan come alive as if I was holding one right now. Now I'm strifing to get one very soon in the future.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Kyle Katarnn on September 01, 2006, 08:29:12 PM
Not just talented but also very intelligent. Very well written review that makes it interesting for readers, not to mention it would be nice to have a prop collection magazine with people's reviews and I would make my vote count for this excellent review. Well done,  now you can train young Luke Skywalker.

I'm looking forward one of these days and pick one up ;)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: todd4566 on September 01, 2006, 10:33:18 PM
Without a doubt, the Obi-Wan lightsaber contains the brightest of all blue FX saber blades. It's brighter than the Anakin ROTS.

This means I will have to add one to my collection.  Great writeup!
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: levelnext on September 02, 2006, 12:22:53 AM
great review, and you are so cute  ;D
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Knuckle01 on September 02, 2006, 03:50:56 AM
great review, and you are so cute  ;D

remember your training levelnext.......lust leads to the darkside  ;)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: The Negotiator on September 02, 2006, 07:26:06 AM
Great review Aayla :), as always.  Keep them coming
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Darth Resev on September 02, 2006, 08:12:58 AM
nice pics..very informitive
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on September 02, 2006, 11:53:57 AM
Thanks so much, everyone. :)  I'm really loving this lightsaber... it's so majestic and impressive. I'd have to recommend this one over the Anakin ROTS, for those that are debating which one they should get. ;)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Darthirishman on September 02, 2006, 12:29:10 PM
I always enjoy reading your reviews Aayla, very indepth right to the point.  This is better than the Anakin ROTS but I still love my Vader, but the Obi might be tied with it
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: SAESEE TIIN on September 02, 2006, 01:57:11 PM
Excellent review.  I look foward to your future fx reviews (mainly a yoda when it comes out lol)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Knuckle01 on September 02, 2006, 04:39:50 PM
Thanks so much, everyone. :)  I'm really loving this lightsaber... it's so majestic and impressive. I'd have to recommend this one over the Anakin ROTS, for those that are debating which one they should get. ;)

oh no you didn't!!! lol
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Kyp Durron on September 02, 2006, 05:00:51 PM
I'm not surprised that she would recommend it over the Anakin, it made mine look like crap blade-wise, which is why I sold it.
 
@ Sifo Dyas : I think that the Vader ESB is the only saber that equals the Obi-Wan in both quality and blade smoothness.


-Joclad
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: robiwan on September 03, 2006, 04:45:23 AM
Great review. I have a possible reason for the Obi and Vader having the smoothest blade diffusion. I noticed this the other day. My sabers hang on my wall. I noticed that the Vader and the Obi have a red tint to the blade when off. Compared to my Luke's (ROTJ and ESB) the blades have a very white tint while off. Has anyone else noticed this? Could this be why these look better, because of the diffuser material? The only other thing I can say is, Aayla, wow!  ;)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Darthirishman on September 03, 2006, 06:06:27 AM
I like the Obi Wan for its hilt and blade clarity the Vader for its a movie acuracy and sounds
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on September 03, 2006, 10:42:01 AM
Great review. I have a possible reason for the Obi and Vader having the smoothest blade diffusion. I noticed this the other day. My sabers hang on my wall. I noticed that the Vader and the Obi have a red tint to the blade when off. Compared to my Luke's (ROTJ and ESB) the blades have a very white tint while off. Has anyone else noticed this? Could this be why these look better, because of the diffuser material? The only other thing I can say is, Aayla, wow!  ;)

I noticed the same thing myself. The Vader ESB, Mace, and Maul sabers all have this reddish diffuser. It's interesting to see it on the Obi-Wan, however. It may very well account for the smoother blade, yet the Maul isn't the smoothest of FX sabers. I do wonder why the Obi-Wan has it. Perhaps someone may be able to shed some more light on this.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: robiwan on September 03, 2006, 11:10:00 AM
Before I got my Obi I figured the Vader had a red diffuser because of the red LED's. But then I noticed the Obi has the same type of diffuser as well. I still have to get the nerve up to take my Obi apart to compare to my Vader. The foam core on my Vader is white so it has to be the inner sleeve that is giving the red hue. Interesting....
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Louis on September 03, 2006, 11:21:15 AM
Really Great review!!! Congrats! You're not writing a review, you're telling a story, and that's nice. Yours and anakin's one are my fave reviews each time because of that.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Codova on September 03, 2006, 11:32:21 AM
Great review Aayla....if only i could write one like that...
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: DarthArn on September 05, 2006, 04:52:33 AM
NIce review Aayla. I always like your reviews due to writing. Keep them coming.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: jack3auer on September 05, 2006, 05:55:06 AM
great review aayla, your best yet if i may say so.  yours and anakins, make it pretty pointless me writing any reviews :D

i really want this FX now, i will have to wait a couple more months though ::)

Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on September 05, 2006, 07:09:58 PM
Aww, thanks, y'all. Thanks, Han. :)  I really enjoy writing these... they take long to do but they're also fun. :)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Knuckle01 on September 06, 2006, 05:50:12 AM
lol she said y'all, lol....i so have to hear that in real life one day  :P
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Darth Resev on September 06, 2006, 11:59:29 AM
does that mean she's texan ;D
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on September 06, 2006, 06:54:22 PM
lol she said y'all, lol....i so have to hear that in real life one day  :P

Quote from: Resident Evil
does that mean she's texan? ;D

That's exactly what it means, y'all.  :D
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Jedi Kure on September 06, 2006, 10:14:06 PM
Well done on the Obi-Wan review, and a great job from MR's themselves. I can get past the fat neck part on this saber with the saber being as great as it is for wielding. If i really wanted one movie accurate to display I would just get the LE.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: GioFX on September 07, 2006, 12:00:36 AM
cool review, really
I liked a lot, this is convincing!!!
To be honest in the past I disagree with your too much (in my opinion) enthusiastic review of the Maul but this review sounds honest and well written, sounds me like a tale  (ahem... I'm not in position to judge your english of foruse lol...)
I liked the shots, a lot, especially the last one ehehehehe

thanks
Gio
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: vivan_cygna on September 07, 2006, 12:50:11 AM
Great review! In-depth and informative.
Thanks to your review, now I know that I have a normal Obi-Wan.
I was kinda suspicious when the swinging and the clash sounds were kinda hard to trigger.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: GioFX on September 07, 2006, 04:22:48 AM
[...] now I know that I have a normal Obi-Wan.
I was kinda suspicious when the swinging and the clash sounds were kinda hard to trigger.

really? I have a couple of Vader ESB (my PRECIOUS lol) and they have different behaviour (one trigger for nothing, one is very hard to trig)
but if this is the standard behavior for the Obi (??) uhm.. maybe the blade is better inserted into hilt (more robust, less sensitive)?
I need to wait October (xxx Europe...) to try for myself...

Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: vivan_cygna on September 07, 2006, 08:32:08 AM
Well, that's what Aayla said, and I'm confirming it.
I might still want to know whether this is a standard behaviour for an Obi-Wan. Anyone?
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Darth Flame on September 07, 2006, 11:07:28 AM
My Obi-wan's are not that hard to trigger.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Shadowlynx on September 07, 2006, 01:09:33 PM
Yup I hear y'all all the time in Austin  ;)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Darth Resev on September 07, 2006, 01:20:05 PM
For some reason I think texas and the obi saber go together great
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Darth Pantsless on September 07, 2006, 03:56:13 PM
Maybe it's that thick Texan accent that Ewan MacGregor has  ;)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on September 07, 2006, 04:32:49 PM
[...] now I know that I have a normal Obi-Wan.
I was kinda suspicious when the swinging and the clash sounds were kinda hard to trigger.

really? I have a couple of Vader ESB (my PRECIOUS lol) and they have different behaviour (one trigger for nothing, one is very hard to trig)
but if this is the standard behavior for the Obi (??) uhm.. maybe the blade is better inserted into hilt (more robust, less sensitive)?
I need to wait October (xxx Europe...) to try for myself...



The blade is certainly inserted better into the hilt. Like all Force FXs, it does wobble at least somewhat... moreso than the Maul even, but not so much as other Gen 3 lightsabers. The sturdier blade might account for the less sensetive motion and clash sounds, that's a good suggestion. However, as I stated, I do know that the sounds in all of my FXs were initially harder to activate when they were brand new. The only exceptions are probably the Luke ESB and Mace ROTS.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Goffa on September 07, 2006, 05:33:57 PM
Outstanding review Aayla.  I'm new here but i've read a few of your other reviews and they're all extremely detailed and well written...you're definately a very talented writer.  The Obi-Wan FFX is my first saber, and I love it and have heard only good things about it on the forum.  To make it short: a very awesome review of a very awesome saber!
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Hang Tuah Kenobi on September 08, 2006, 01:58:51 AM
Another great review frm Miss Aayla, how i admire your writings and your attention to details. I like the last pic of u with the saber, it makes u blue..
im sold.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Jedi Kure on September 08, 2006, 11:58:31 AM
She Could get a job at MR's as an FX sabers advertiser no problem.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on September 08, 2006, 08:41:21 PM
I like the last pic of u with the saber, it makes u blue..
im sold.

Well yes, that's why I'm Aayla Secura!  :D


Quote from: Jedi Kure
She Could get a job at MR's as an FX sabers advertiser no problem.

How nice of you to say! Thank you. :)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: The Professor on September 13, 2006, 01:12:03 PM
Geez that's a really excellent review I gotta get this one "I'm Slackin'!!!!"  but like I said very good review.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: tanthosjorlac on September 29, 2006, 11:04:46 PM
Stunning review!
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Vosk on September 29, 2006, 11:23:28 PM
Awesome review Aayla. :)  I am slacking a bit as far as getting me one but I'll be getting me one for sure in January I need to complete the Revenge Of The Sith FX "set".  Nice pictures by the way :)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: HAN SOLO on October 19, 2006, 04:01:31 PM
Interesting review, Miss Texas. :o I agree that the Obi-Wan ROTS is the most impressive FX Saber to look at and hold. I only hold one reservation in regards to this great FX Saber. Like most of the FX Saber tubes, I find it dents rather easily. The only one that doesn't is Lord Maul's. That tube is is ultra-solid.

Keep the faith, my good friend! ;D
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on November 26, 2006, 04:47:51 PM
One thing I've noticed about my Obi-Wan saber is that it never warps... I'm not sure if the blade is simply sturdier or if I just have a freak lightsaber. I'm not complaining in the least, but it's pretty surprising to me that mine never warps.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Redemption on November 26, 2006, 04:56:26 PM
Nice.

Reminds me of the reviews I used to write before I just got tired, sick, depressed, and just stopped caring, period.   I actually have a Maul one that I'd like to do, but I don't feel that I have the time, and most importantly, the patience to care to write it anymore.

The actual model itself looks alright, although I must admit I'm not a huge fan of the hilt design.   I like the sleek looks of the Anakin ROTS/Luke ESB the best.   I guess the color looks alright as well, but I always thought that the Anakin ROTS had that down pat, as well.


One question though.   How do you turn this one on?   I didn't read through it all, so maybe I missed something?
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on November 26, 2006, 06:14:30 PM
It turns on similarly to the Darth Vader ESB... you just push the gold button with the design that is embedded into the control box upward.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: vivan_cygna on November 26, 2006, 10:01:28 PM
One thing I've noticed about my Obi-Wan saber is that it never warps... I'm not sure if the blade is simply sturdier or if I just have a freak lightsaber. I'm not complaining in the least, but it's pretty surprising to me that mine never warps.

Mine, too. And one more thing, the sound keeps getting louder and louder.
This is one both cool and misterious MR saber.
The only downside I've found so far is only the black paint on the part between the control box and the pummel wears off easily. Do you have the same experience Miss Aayla?
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: robiwan on November 27, 2006, 02:08:23 PM
Well, I have had mine for a month or two and spin it quite often. I have not had any wear on the black grenade section at all. I wonder if they had a batch of bad paint for a bit? I don't think I have had it long enough to notice any warp as I turn mine in their stands often. I still neeed to take it apart to see the insides!
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: BEN KENOBI on November 27, 2006, 05:41:02 PM
I've had mine for a few weeks now;and, it's becoming my favorite saber. I am looking forward to getting my ultra version any day now!!DaJoQuim
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on December 01, 2006, 09:46:16 PM
One thing I've noticed about my Obi-Wan saber is that it never warps... I'm not sure if the blade is simply sturdier or if I just have a freak lightsaber. I'm not complaining in the least, but it's pretty surprising to me that mine never warps.

Mine, too. And one more thing, the sound keeps getting louder and louder.
This is one both cool and misterious MR saber.
The only downside I've found so far is only the black paint on the part between the control box and the pummel wears off easily. Do you have the same experience Miss Aayla?

Nope, the paint on mine hasn't worn off. However, I rarely handle it. It's one of two lightsabers I have on display right now, and I hardly get time to even touch it.  :-\
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: killphil on December 01, 2006, 11:35:47 PM
I've had my Obi Wan a little over a week now and I've already got minor paint wear on the grenade section of the hilt. Also, there seems to be a slight sticky residue on the hilt that I have not been able to remove, and I've tried several methods (goo-gone, lenscleaner, 409, handsoap), but nothing doing.

My clash sensors are overly sensitive. Just picking the saber up seems to be enough to set it off. Ironically enough, the swing sensors are even stiffer than my Vader ESB. After lots of experimenting on what method works best to achieve the appropriate sound, I've found that the Saber does NOT respond to a downward swing 9 times out of 10 and only responds 5 times out 10 swinging it horizontally to the left. Swinging the saber upwards or horizontally to the right has presented no problems for me.

And I noticed also that the blade is not what's wobbling, but the foam diffuser inside the blade is what's actually moving but it makes it feel as though the blade is shifting as a result (at least on mine).


Oh, and great review Aayala ;)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: robiwan on December 03, 2006, 11:41:55 AM
Try Zippo lighter fluid to remove the residue. It will not harm the finish. I have used this for many years to remove sticker residue.

(woohoo! first post on page 5....sorry)
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Lord Clueless on April 13, 2007, 08:28:19 PM
Very nice review!
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: QUINLAN VOS on April 13, 2007, 09:47:56 PM
very nice, detailed review.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Keely on May 03, 2007, 11:29:09 PM
I'd have to admit that this review was the deciding factor on which saber I wanted to buy first.
Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Boxster on December 07, 2007, 08:56:29 AM
Definitely a good choice for my second ever saber. Nice review there, beautiful! ;)

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Title: Re: Aayla's Obi-Wan Kenobi ROTS FFX Review & Pics
Post by: Taskmaster99 on January 25, 2008, 11:29:41 AM
Great Review. This saber is one of my faves.