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Title: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 22, 2006, 06:21:56 PM

As I've been away for a while and I have a thing or two to add to my collection gallery here, I decided to start a new thread to mark the occasion.  (This is the continuation of this collection thread here.)
 (http://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/index.php?topic=3319.0)
The first new item since I've been gone is called the Norrebo by Ikea:

(https://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi11.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa178%2Fbenlurkin%2Fnorrebo.jpg&hash=c7ae324e320c23b4cee082a70632595d64498441)
(Just a phone picture but I suppose you'll forgive it as it is just for this gag)

Now as you can imagine this can only mean one thing, time to reorganize the collection!!  More pics to come. ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 22, 2006, 07:12:46 PM

Here is the newly organized display, might be a new thing or two in there.  ::)

Click on the image for larger pics:

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_expansion3.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/expansion3.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_expansion1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/expansion1.jpg)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_expansion2.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/expansion2.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_expansion.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/expansion.jpg)

As usual I can put up more detailed pics if there is any interest.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: darthmaddy on July 22, 2006, 09:03:15 PM

I wish I had an Ikea near me.  Looking good Luke ;)  Any plans to add a Vader helmet?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Kyle Katarnn on July 22, 2006, 09:42:47 PM

Luke you just gave me a good idea, I'll shall look at IKEA one of these days, yet I still don't have enough room but I'll look around to get some more ideas.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 23, 2006, 01:10:16 AM

So many good ideas at Ikea for prop displays, and of course the prices are always right as well.  Every piece of furniture you see in my shots are actually from Ikea. Gotta save up money to give to MR somehow.  :D

As for a Vader helmet, the rumors about a possible ROTJ reveal Vader have made me wary to jump in on one of the ROTS ones.  One of those nice mid range Rubies, to go with the rest of my Rubies set might work as well.  We'll just have to see.

I've really started to enjoy the idea of collecting helmets as well, but taking one look at my shocktrooper you might understand why.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_shockbucket.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/shockbucket.jpg)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Knuckle01 on July 23, 2006, 05:22:17 PM

looks awesome luke!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on July 23, 2006, 05:41:45 PM

Moooooooooooooooooooooooost Impressive!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 23, 2006, 06:09:06 PM

I wonder why Chancellor Palpatine would be so interested in the Emperor's Own?  It's almost like those two completely different people are related some how. ???

 :D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on July 23, 2006, 06:23:27 PM

Quote from: Luke Skywalker on July 23, 2006, 06:09:06 PM

I wonder why Chancellor Palpatine would be so interested in the Emperor's Own?  It's almost like those two completely different people are related some how. ???

 :D

Sorry about that, sometimes I totally forget my true identity, "must live the character", I'm loosing my credibility here  ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 23, 2006, 06:35:58 PM

I just love the suspension of disbelief the prequels have about Palps, since most serious fans knew the Emperor's name, while most casual fans did not.  Too much fun.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 23, 2006, 06:38:18 PM

I just realized you can't see one saber in that set up:

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_ROTSVader.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/ROTSVader.jpg)
I know I swore I'd never get one, but when the price is right, well, what can I say? ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on July 23, 2006, 06:44:11 PM

Quote from: Luke Skywalker on July 23, 2006, 06:35:58 PM

I just love the suspension of disbelief the prequels have about Palps, since most serious fans knew the Emperor's name, while most casual fans did not.  Too much fun.

True, the prequels might have felt a bit different to those who didn't know and then they were all crying & shocked when true nature of Chancellor was exposed  ;D.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on July 23, 2006, 06:53:12 PM

But now back to topic, I must say I adore your collection, but is there any item that's very special to you if you had to choose?  :)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 23, 2006, 06:59:24 PM

The ROTJ EE, is such a great saber, so unique.  A proper realization of what the EE line should be.  Not exactly the prop, but what it might have been, and it's just so shiny and nice. 8)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on July 23, 2006, 07:02:39 PM

Quote from: Luke Skywalker on July 23, 2006, 06:59:24 PM

The ROTJ EE, is such a great saber, so unique.  A proper realization of what the EE line should be.  Not exactly the prop, but what it might have been, and it's just so shiny and nice. 8)

I totally love that Sidious hilt, quess why, haha  :D. Your collection is something I would love to do and collect if it were possible  :'(

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jaden Korr on July 23, 2006, 07:32:06 PM

Can you wear that shocktrooper helmet, does it have good vision?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: SAESEE TIIN on July 23, 2006, 07:36:17 PM

I've heard that you can't wear MR's helmets.  They don't fit a human head because all the clone troopers were cg animated.  I could be wrong though.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Knuckle01 on July 23, 2006, 07:48:33 PM

is that a vader ROTS i see? didnt know anyone actually bought that lol

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 23, 2006, 09:51:49 PM

Well I know I can't fit the Clone helmets, but I do have a bit of a big head. ::)  Does look quite comfy though.

As for the ROTS Vader, it really is amazing what a great ebay deal can do to your resolve.  I suspect that might end up being what I do with the ROTJ Vader as well. :D  No willpower what so ever. :-[

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Knuckle01 on July 23, 2006, 09:54:56 PM

is it willpower....or are we all like crackheads when it comes to this stuff, lol

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 30, 2006, 01:36:49 AM

Too true, Master Knucle, too true.


In the interest of expanding the coverage of my customs, as had been requested in the previous thread, I'm posting these shots of my Obi apprentice saber.  I took them a few weeks back, and can offer more if there is any interest (as with any of my collection).

It was made by Luuke of thelightsaber.com fame, and might just have been his last saber project ever, sad to say.

As always click on the thumbnail for the full-sized picture.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_appobi1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/appobi1.jpg)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_appobi4.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/appobi4.jpg)

This is the apprentice saber as seen on the cover of the novel The Rising Force.  Obi-wan used it before he made his own (in that famous Jedi rite of passage), which I believe was the TPM saber.  (I just happen to have a picture of it as well, this one is my Label EL.)

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_appobilarb.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/appobilarb.jpg)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 30, 2006, 01:47:08 AM

I'm a little surprised that no one has asked about those two interesting cases on my shelf.  But then again as I still cannot elaborate on them yet, I really should be glad there has not been any curiosity. ::)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on July 30, 2006, 11:40:48 AM

How is the Darth Vader ROTS BTW? I have been thinking about getting one since it is very cheap on ebay. It would be that or Obi-Wan ROTS

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 30, 2006, 01:59:53 PM

The ROTS Vader is surprisingly nice in person, not my favorite, might even be my least favorite in my collection, but not as bad as I thought it before.  That said, given the fact that it was never seen on screen and since you do have an Ani ROTS LE DS, I really think you'd do much better with a "Dual of the Heros" set up, by picking up an Obi LE.  The price may not be quite as good as the Vader, but in my opinion it is a far superior LE. ;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on July 30, 2006, 02:20:32 PM

Thanks for the tip. I have a birthday party coming up which means..........MONEY!!! I'm looking at least raking in 100-200 bucks and I'm getting a job this fall so I'll have enough to buy something new ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 30, 2006, 08:50:54 PM

Well it really is a matter of your personal tastes, but to me, nothing makes as good of a ROTS pair as these two:

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_allset7.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/allset7.jpg)

Well, maybe these two:

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_allset6.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/allset6.jpg)

 ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on July 30, 2006, 08:54:24 PM

I think a Battle of the Heros setup would be cool, and now I'd be able to do it with FXs. I also like the Darth Vader one too....ahhh decisons, decisons. I got my eye on a few ebay auctions for both sabers. We will see in the coming weeks :)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Knuckle01 on July 30, 2006, 09:17:53 PM

whats with the stands?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on July 30, 2006, 09:19:19 PM

Huh?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on July 30, 2006, 09:24:06 PM

Should be able to update on that quite soon indeed Master Knucle, I just spoke to Oz the other day... oops, did I just spoil the surprise?  ::)

;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Knuckle01 on July 30, 2006, 09:26:23 PM

looking foward to it Master Skywalker!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on July 30, 2006, 09:27:23 PM

ok I'm lost ???

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on August 01, 2006, 10:47:56 AM

Quote from: Luke Skywalker on July 30, 2006, 01:36:49 AM

Too true, Master Knucle, too true.


In the interest of expanding the coverage of my customs, as had been requested in the previous thread, I'm posting these shots of my Obi apprentice saber.  I took them a few weeks back, and can offer more if there is any interest (as with any of my collection).

It was made by Luuke of thelightsaber.com fame, and might just have been his last saber project ever, sad to say.

Why do you say that that might be his last saber, what happened to thelightsaber.com?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 03, 2006, 07:15:34 PM

Luuke's said that thelightsaber.com will be back soon, but he's retiring from the custom business.  Shame too, he had some great looking ones in the works for this year.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on August 03, 2006, 07:27:41 PM

why did he retire?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 03, 2006, 07:40:50 PM

He's focusing on other projects; his site, and this intriguing modular prop display system.  And he wanted to spend more time on his real job and with his family (doing a saber run is time consuming I'm sure).

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 12, 2006, 10:51:56 AM

There was a third empty saber space when I last updated my complete collection that might have been hard to notice as there was a saber in the same case.
(As always click on the thumbnail for a full-sized shot)

Now that it's in there my latest addition is quite hard to miss.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_newmaul1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/newmaul1.jpg)
As you might gather from the black plaque this is indeed a custom, made by Roman of Roman's Empire productions.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_newmaul2.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/newmaul2.jpg)
That is an FX end cap crystal in there to complete the BD maul effect.  And from this pic you can see the angled cut.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_newmaul3.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/newmaul3.jpg)
I may do some more work on this one later, but even as it is it looks great to my eye with it's big brother from MR.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_newmaul4.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/newmaul4.jpg)
And here is one more look now with the cover of the Kodofett case I'd picked up for it.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_newmaulcase.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/newmaulcase.jpg)

(More to come, soon.)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on August 12, 2006, 11:35:33 AM

AWESOME!!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: SAESEE TIIN on August 12, 2006, 11:45:39 AM

Ooh that roman empire saber looks nice.  I was thinking of getting one when people were dropping out, but I've decided to keep trying to finish my mini collection first.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on August 12, 2006, 12:48:21 PM

That almost looks like an MR

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 12, 2006, 06:34:18 PM

Quote from: Luke Skywalker on August 12, 2006, 10:51:56 AM

(More to come, VERY soon.)

Roman's BD Maul run did really did turn out great, I'm thrilled with mine.

I don't have time to properly elaborate but let me say quickly that my modified quote is quite accurate.  But I'll save that for later. ::)

(No more empty display cases for me!  ;D )

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 13, 2006, 01:43:28 AM

When I started this thread again a few weeks back I quite nonchalantly left in this picture of two empty kodofett cases holding a prominent location in my collection.  This was because I was expecting the addition to my collection that arrived today.
(As always click on any of my thumbnails to see a full-sized picture.)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_expansion1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/expansion1.jpg)


This is how my shelf stands now:
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset1.jpg)
On the right you see my previously featured Mara Jade-Skywalker saber from Union.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_ucover.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/ucover.jpg)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset3.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset3.jpg)
And then on the left are my two new additions.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset2.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset2.jpg)
The first, is Mara's Saber from the Jedi Knight expansion set Mysteries of the Sith.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_motscover.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/motscover.jpg)
I really love that brass emitter detail.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset5.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset5.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset6.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset6.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset7.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset7.jpg)
Then we have Mara's saber from the By the Emperor's Hand.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_ehcover.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/ehcover.jpg)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset8.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset8.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset9.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset9.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset10.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset10.jpg)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset11.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset11.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_maraset12.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/maraset12.jpg)


Both of these sabers were custom made by The Master Sabersmith Oz.  They are truly remarkable to behold, but beyond that, they are special to me as they round out my Mara saber collection, something I've been pursuing for some time.  I cannot properly express the feelings of owning these truly amazing pieces, let alone how nice it is to share my Mara Saber collection. ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: darthmaddy on August 13, 2006, 08:14:30 PM

You're going to have more sabers than Luuke when its all over :D  If there's anyone on here I envy it would be you Luke ;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Knuckle01 on August 13, 2006, 09:05:23 PM

your collection is fantastic!!!!

jeez, someone tell mara to stop goin through lightsabers so fast, lol

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 13, 2006, 09:30:54 PM

Though mine is the most complete Mara saber collection I've heard of, thelightsaber.com actually listed two more Mara sabers, one from a short comic story that I've kind of disregarded and then another from EH that was exactly like the king of ugly Vader ROTJ.  I already have plans for the Vader CE and that one. ;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: D@rth M@ul on August 22, 2006, 12:57:49 PM

Looks like you must have some deep pockets to buy all of that. ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on September 17, 2006, 10:54:51 PM

I've done a little re-arranging and decided to share some pics.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_tempbucket1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/tempbucket1.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_tempbucket2.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/tempbucket2.jpg)
(Click thumbs for full-size)

I previously posted these over at RS (as they did come about as part of a discussion there) so they may look familiar to some.

Even so, I really like how they turned out.  I even kept the AOTC Clone in there afterwards, and I think I'll keep it in there until I find something to replace it with, whenever that may be. ::)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jaden Korr on September 22, 2006, 07:31:52 PM

Luke your collection never ceases to amaze me. I do not know what you must do for a living to afford all this. But if you ever need a partner i am a business major  ;) .

I really like those helmets and i know i have asked before but have you tried em on? What is the detail like on the inside?

I have honestly never seen an inside shot of any of the helms think you could hook us up?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Timmy-Wan Kenobi on September 23, 2006, 04:27:15 AM

Wow! That is one cool looking display.  ::)
The shelving units look almost made to measure, and the props are top notch.  ;)
As Obi-Wan said, you must work hard to be able to afford all those fabulous replicas. Good for you!  :)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 06, 2006, 06:45:20 PM

I'm quite happy with the configuration as well, but as it is ever changing, the fun of getting all together will continue. :D

Sorry for not getting those pics of the inside of the helmets up yet, Obi-wan, but as you can imagine it's not exactly easy to get into those cases with the shelf right above it.  I should be able to get some of those pics sometime next week, but I'll leave that up to the postman. ::)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Kyle Katarnn on October 06, 2006, 06:49:14 PM

Wow, I have missed a lot. I like your custom sabers Luke and the way you have everything setup. I wish I had that kind of space to start organizing my collection.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 06, 2006, 07:02:40 PM

As my setup has come a long way from the first pic I posted of it here (see thumbnail below) I've come to realize half the fun of a display is to find creative ways to make use of the space you have.  I wholeheartedly recommend just moving some stuff around for the fun of if, even if it doesn't fit, it is a great way to have your collection be active, not to mention it's a great excuse to pull out and handle the sabers, something which never gets old. :D

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_full.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/full.jpg)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Kyle Katarnn on October 06, 2006, 07:11:28 PM

 :o I like those Jango Fett blasters! great collection

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 06, 2006, 07:16:09 PM

The Jangos really are a great set.  But as dramatic and cool as the presentation, I'm constantly surprised that toytracker.net has them at or below list for the duration of the tracking data (over a year). :o

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jaden Korr on October 06, 2006, 07:40:31 PM

Quote from: Luke Skywalker on October 06, 2006, 06:45:20 PM

I'm quite happy with the configuration as well, but as it is ever changing, the fun of getting all together will continue. :D

Sorry for not getting those picts of the inside of the helmets up yet, Obi-wan, but as you can imagine it's not exactly easy to get into those cases with the shelf right above it.  I should be able to get some of those pics sometime next week, but I'll leave that up to the postman.

Hey No prob Luke take your time. I look forward to seeing them. And xxx i want your collection, i cant imagine how much that will all be worth in years to come. not that youd ever sell it, i probly wouldnt

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 07, 2006, 05:36:04 PM

Well I was able to get this a few days earlier than I expected so here are a couple quick shots of the inside.

I took this pic, thinking it might be cool to try and "peak" in through the visor, but it didn't quite work.  You can see my five year old camera clearer than the interior. :D
(As always click on the thumbs for full size.)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_peak.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/peak.jpg)
Here is what the interior looks like, Obi-wan, looks very comfy, but far to small for me!
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_inside.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/inside.jpg)

I definitely will have more shots up soon, perhaps not of the interior, but wanted to put these up right away as I was so excited to get them. ;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jaden Korr on October 07, 2006, 06:24:24 PM

wow thats pretty neat i did not expect it to look like that. It does look comfy

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 08, 2006, 05:54:36 PM

One might wonder why I held off for this weekend to take those helmet interior pics.  Similarly the question of why I'd put a budget Rubies helmet is a Custom case worth several times more than the helmet itself.  Of course if one did wonder about this for more than a few moments one would realize I had an imminent addition to my collection.

I'm very pleased to showcase my newly arrived ROTS LE Spec Ops Helmet.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec1.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec2.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec2.jpg)
(Click on any thumbnail for a larger version)

Here are a few close-ups shots of the newly referbished model of the Vader's Legion Helmet.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec3.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec3.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec4.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec4.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec5.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec5.jpg)

And then the other side and a top down view.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec6.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec6.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec7.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec7.jpg)

Here you see it back in its case, with the Shock Trooper and of course the Rubies back together again.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec8.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec8.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec9.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec9.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec10.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec10.jpg)

In case anyone is concerned the Jango blasters are still right by the Helmets, just off to the side now to allow for the new addition.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec11.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec11.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_spec12.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/spec12.jpg)

I'm really thrilled with the way the Spec Ops came out, and especially enjoy the look of it set up next to the Shock, quite the combination. ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 16, 2006, 05:56:03 PM

I'm in the middle of a major reorganization but since I'd posted a few pics, I thought I should post them here too.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_clonefam.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/clonefam.jpg)(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_ownsabers.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/ownsabers.jpg)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jaden Korr on October 16, 2006, 05:59:56 PM

Hey Luke that helmet you showed me the inside of, what make and model was it?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 16, 2006, 08:22:46 PM

It was my brand new MR ROTS Spec Ops LE. ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on October 21, 2006, 03:47:00 AM

In all the Yoda FX excitement I posted this quick look at the Ani and Yoda LEs' sizes.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_aniyoda.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/aniyoda.jpg)

(Click on the thumb for full sized)

While the announcement may have delayed the shots of my newest addition, expect pics of it soon enough. ;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: HAN SOLO on December 01, 2006, 04:13:10 PM

Wow! That's more impressive than my Mini/FX collection. If I didn't own a car, house and land, I would be looking at collecting like you, Master Luke.

Once again....Wow. ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Knuckle01 on December 01, 2006, 07:43:47 PM

hey whats with the scratches on the yoda lightsaber. is that the "weathered" look?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jaden Korr on December 01, 2006, 07:47:27 PM

SI senior!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Darth Bane on December 01, 2006, 09:39:22 PM

very nice collection if you have any custom work that needs to be done you can PM me and i can send you a quote and print of what i can make...i make things mostly out of metal... so yeah..

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on February 08, 2007, 09:33:24 PM

It's been a long time since I've updated this thread.  So long in fact that I neglected a very important update.  One of my absolute favorite sabers has now finally come home to my collection.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_LukeESB.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/LukeESB.jpg)

Luke's saber from ANH might have been our first experience with a lightsaber, but from my childhood, there was no more clear a memory of what a n actual saber looked like as the one stuck in the snow, just out of reach, in that cave on Hoth. ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: levelnext on February 08, 2007, 09:38:37 PM

Yeah! finally master Luke, but the question remains.... why didnt you get this one earlier.

gotta say, i just got a graflex ANH/ESB kit from Yoda, and man, those hilts i just love, in fact ANH luke is my favorite hilt, and then ESB, and then all the rest!

Congrats on your new addition, your collection is AWESOME!!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on February 08, 2007, 09:46:09 PM

I completely agree, R2, it really is amazing to think about how late in the game I picked up the ESB LE.  I'd been looking for one for a very long time, but it was one of those things where I'd make a big purchase just before a saw a good deal for one.  However little while ago I happened to find an amazing deal (courtesy of the RS ebay watch thread) which surpassed any I'd seen previous or since, so it ended up being worth the wait. ;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: levelnext on February 08, 2007, 09:48:31 PM

could you point to that thread, i might make good use of it! sounds good.

And well, nothing more to say but to say once again, congrats on YOUR esb luke!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on February 08, 2007, 09:52:56 PM

Thanks, R2, I'm really thrilled to have it.

The thread I was referring to was the All Things Ebay - Good BIN Deals (http://threads.rebelscum.com/showflat.php?Cat=25&Number=2237816&page=0&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1#2237816) thread.  All Buy it Now items with lots of great deals and seller comments/review, an excellent source.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: levelnext on February 08, 2007, 10:03:40 PM

Thanks man, really good thread!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: darthmaddy on February 09, 2007, 05:18:16 AM

Good to see your collection still expanding Luke.  After getting a Dooku LE for $275 shipped from a member of the RPF, I've come to the conclusion that boards like the RPF and Rebelscum are a good resource for getting good deals.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on March 08, 2007, 07:02:22 PM

This latest addition has been a long time coming.  Is it a prototype a the new LE?
(As always in my threads, click the thumb for full-sized pics.)

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_v2-1.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/v2-1.jpg)

Actually, it's just my new Oz Luke ROTJ V2 saber in an old Milhouse case.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_v2-2.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/v2-2.jpg)

I do love the detailing, as you can see here especially well on the emitter.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_v2-3.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/v2-3.jpg)

Some more detail from the other side.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_v2-4.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/v2-4.jpg)

A quick comparison with the good old EE.

(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_v2-5.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/v2-5.jpg)

And then back in the case for safe keeping.
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_v2-6.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/v2-6.jpg)

I'm really thrilled with the V2 Oz did for me, which is a great way to cap off my Luke collection.  It stands now quite complete with a graflex AHN, ANH EE, ESB LE, ESB cutaway, ROTJ EE and now the Oz V2.

And if anyone is curious about what's coming next, you can sneak a peek at my "workbench" area. ;)
(https://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/th_sneak.jpg) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/sneak.jpg)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Dark Skywalker on March 08, 2007, 08:24:34 PM

Quote from: LUKE SKYWALKER on February 08, 2007, 09:46:09 PM

I completely agree, R2, it really is amazing to think about how late in the game I picked up the ESB LE.  I'd been looking for one for a very long time, but it was one of those things where I'd make a big purchase just before a saw a good deal for one.  However little while ago I happened to find an amazing deal (courtesy of the RS ebay watch thread) which surpassed any I'd seen previous or since, so it ended up being worth the wait. ;)

Was this one mint? I remember I showed you a used one on ebay a while back and I was just curious. Congrats on the ESB ;D

Also congrats on that Luke V2, it looks sweet! :o

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: SAESEE TIIN on March 08, 2007, 08:33:07 PM

Oooooooh.... Is that a Romans Pristine Obi saber  I see in pieces there?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Vosk on March 08, 2007, 09:00:57 PM

Nice sabers. :)  By the way what is the url for Roman's website? I can never remember..

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on March 27, 2007, 08:54:53 PM

Good eyes, those are indeed a pair of Roman's Obi kits.  I was fortunate to pick them up, as Roman's stepping away from the customs trade.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on March 27, 2007, 09:05:00 PM

And now, unfortunately, I'm going to have to pass along an announcement I've been quite dreading.  I've gotten a new job, and while it is a better opportunity, I'm going to have to move.


(https://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi11.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa178%2Fbenlurkin%2Fth_MT1.jpg&hash=b46378e8202fc8eb53819e1a09a5bcdc806a421b) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/MT1.jpg)(https://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fi11.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fa178%2Fbenlurkin%2Fth_MT2.jpg&hash=9bcd065f52aabc446651a8749c9d1b8dc023580e) (http://i11.photobucket.com/albums/a178/benlurkin/MT2.jpg)


As you can see, the collection is already packed up.  And based on my experience it may be away for several more months.  While the old collection may miss the 30th anniversary, when I'm settled back in and have it displayed again, I'll be sure to take plenty of pics of the new setup.  Until then, unless there are any requests for pictures I can fulfill with my archive, I'm afraid this thread is pretty much closed. :(

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jedi Kure on March 27, 2007, 09:21:32 PM

Thats too bad master skywalker, but looking forward to your new display when you get it all done.

May the force be with you on your new job.

-Jedi Kure-

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Timmy-Wan Kenobi on April 30, 2007, 07:17:16 AM

It is a shame that you have to pack your collection away, Luke.
However, this will give you an opportunity to re-arrange it in your new home, and maybe make it look even better (if possible)!

Good luck with your new job. Hopefully it will bring you more cash to spend on Star Wars stuff!  ;)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jedi Knight Logan on April 30, 2007, 07:26:46 AM

Safe Journey and good luck on the new job Master Skywalker! :)

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Vosk on April 30, 2007, 08:08:51 AM

I know how you feel about having to pack up your collection Luke.  Grant I only have FX sabers but it sucks that they're in their boxes right now.  I would take one out and play with it but I hate having to consantly take them out and put them back in and reseal up the package.  Oh well... another week and I will be able to play with them again.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on April 30, 2007, 05:56:26 PM

I feel your pain BigT.  I just had to box up my FXs they other day, and boxed away they will have to stay until I'm moved in to the new place.  It's quite depressing to even think about it.  A month or two with no FXs??  I'm going through withdrawal already! :'(  :D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Vosk on April 30, 2007, 06:01:28 PM

You got to go a month or two with out playing with your FX sabers?  :o

Then I've got nothing but sympathy for you lol.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: HAN SOLO on April 30, 2007, 10:44:40 PM

The reward of playing with them later on will be very rewarding.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on May 05, 2007, 12:07:10 PM

It's me again lurking here  ::). Just planning a major attack on Skywalker's lair, but man it would hard since I would probably get lost in all this collectable stuff  :D.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Jedi Knight Logan on May 06, 2007, 12:45:43 PM

Lol :D Arrrgh......undone by the power of the fandom! ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: HAN SOLO on May 07, 2007, 05:47:48 PM

Quote from: CHANCELLOR PALPATINE on May 05, 2007, 12:07:10 PM

It's me again lurking here  ::). Just planning a major attack on Skywalker's lair, but man it would hard since I would probably get lost in all this collectable stuff  :D.

So you're like Marcus Brody from Indiana Jones? Get lost in your own museum, eh?

 :D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on May 07, 2007, 08:26:36 PM

Quote from: Cin Drallig on May 07, 2007, 05:47:48 PM

Quote from: CHANCELLOR PALPATINE on May 05, 2007, 12:07:10 PM

It's me again lurking here  ::). Just planning a major attack on Skywalker's lair, but man it would hard since I would probably get lost in all this collectable stuff  :D.

So you're like Marcus Brody from Indiana Jones? Get lost in your own museum, eh?

 :D

Hahaha, pretty good one  :D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: HAN SOLO on May 07, 2007, 10:02:02 PM

 ;)

That's why I am here!

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on May 08, 2007, 10:13:08 PM

I really like that idea, someday I too hope to get lost in my collection! :D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on May 22, 2007, 05:19:07 PM

As I just mentioned this in part 1 of this thread I received my Qui-Gon mini today.  Not the largest addition, but a welcome one nonetheless. :D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on May 23, 2007, 03:24:59 AM

Luke, can you give us comparison between mini and Qui-Gon LE or CE, also I would love to see how huge is the Qui-Gon LE/CE hilt in your palm

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on May 23, 2007, 05:14:07 PM

Sorry Chancellor, all my LEs are still boxed up anticipating a trip in a moving van sometime in the next few weeks. :(

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Hamill82 on May 23, 2007, 05:19:28 PM

Quote from: LUKE SKYWALKER on May 23, 2007, 05:14:07 PM

Sorry Chancellor, all my LEs are still boxed up anticipating a trip in a moving van sometime in the next few weeks. :(

What a...., you remember that joke I made about MR trucks taking your stuff, I didn't know about you moving. Once again a proof of my supernatural powers hahaha  :D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on May 24, 2007, 09:40:28 PM

More proof against the illusion that the Emperor knows all.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: GRAND MOFF TARKIN on August 29, 2007, 03:23:38 PM

Who is this Oz that you speak of? I take it he makes sabers?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 29, 2007, 03:43:41 PM

Perhaps a little Louis Armstrong?  "If you have to ask...."

But seriously, Oz is indeed a custom saber maker.  All hand made personally by Oz, he pretty much can make anything you like, but they do cost the same as an LE, with the same amount of lead-time as an MR pre-order.  I only have three of his sabers, but they are quite wonderful.  If I can find the box tonight I'll put all three together to show them off.  Great stuff. ;D

There are some great tribute threads of Oz's work over at RS as well.

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: GRAND MOFF TARKIN on August 29, 2007, 05:53:00 PM

Does he have a website? Im not a member of Rebelscum.com

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: benlurkin on August 29, 2007, 09:53:21 PM

He generally keeps a low profile, but he did mention last year about maybe putting a site together.  Even so I think you can navigate RS without a membership, I go there without bothering to log in all the time.  This thread here became a bit of an Oz appreciation thread. (http://threads.rebelscum.com/showflat.php?Cat=25&Number=2208600&page=10&view=collapsed&sb=5&o=&fpart=1#2208600)

There was another really good one too, let me see if I can't find it...

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Amplus Vir on December 24, 2010, 08:32:12 PM

wow

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: bluerolla on April 17, 2011, 02:16:09 AM

nice collection ;D may i ask where you get your display cases from?

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: Luke S. on April 17, 2011, 03:35:17 AM

I doubt you'll get an answer since the thread author has logged on in THREE years.  ;D

Title: Re: Luke's Collection thread part 2
Post by: bluerolla on April 19, 2011, 09:37:04 AM

Yeah i just thought i would try :( thanks Luke!