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Title: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on February 19, 2006, 08:21:27 PM
Depending on their uses, plastic and metal can serve meaningful purposes in every day life. Most man-made goods available for every day use consist of plastic components. The better the quality, the more metal used in the product. So does metal always equal better product? It always depends upon the product in question.

In this thread, we will explore the differences between the two variations of Master Replica's Anakin Skywalker Revenge of the Sith Force FX Lightsaber Collectible. The first variation of this awesome weapon is the known "plastic" version of this collectible. The second is the more common "metal" version. In the following sub-categories, we will take an in-depth look at the qualities and differences, both good and bad, of both versions of this astonishing toy. ;)

HILT

One thing I'd prevously read about the plastic Anakin ROTS lightsaber, which I've had since April '05, was that it was lightweight when compared to the metal version. Metal version? I was interested in learning more, though resources were quite scarce. Various sources documenting these differences were also inconsistent upon review. With MR's recent killer deal in which one lightsaber = $99, free shipping, and a free .45 scaled replica, I decided to take advantage and finally acquire this "improved," metal version of Anakin's saber. After all, I had been wanting a double of Anakin's saber for sometime... primarily for show-and-tell and possible dueling matches.  :)

The first thing I noticed when taking the metal version of Anakin's lightsaber out of the box was its weight. It felt twice as heavy as the plastic Anakin that I already owned. This was a good thing, as that saber was a bit too lightweight. This prompted an immediate comparison of both lightsabers. Upon first comparing both weapons, I immediately noticed that the metal version of the Anakin ROTS was thicker. I had previously not heard of this, but lo and behold, it is a tiny bit thicker. I believe this is what accounts for most of the added weight to this variation. I remember a thread somewhere here on FX-Sabers.com indicating that the components such as the control box, center band, and blade adjuster button were metalized. I found this to not be the case with my lightsaber. It has the exact same plastic components that the plastic version has. What was different, however, was that the buttons were more colorful. The control box, rather than being a light gold color as it was on the plastic saber, was now a dark yellow color. The same went for the ignition switch. The copper button on the underside of the saber was also darker. I'm sure some of this may be attributed to the fact that my new metal saber hasn't been handled the way my plastic one has, but after reviewing pictures of my plastic saber in its new condition, I found that the control box was never as yellow as it was on the new saber. The brass pins found in the black region near the top of the hilt are now actually made of brass, as opposed to painted metal screws as they are on the plastic saber. Another point of interest is that the plastic version of the saber is a bit taller than the metalized version. I'm not sure why this is, but perhaps it has something to do with the added thickness of the metal version.

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Anakin ROTS "metal" lightsaber (left) vs. Anakin ROTS "plastic" lightsaber (right).

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Metal Anakin with deep yellow detailing on control box and ignition switch, vs. light gold on plastic version.

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Slightly shorter metal Anakin saber.

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Noticeable differences in metal Anakin: deep yellow ignition switch and dark copper button.

BLADE

The hilt of the Anakin ROTS isn't the only difference between the plastic and metal variations. The blade itself of the metal version projects a very slightly darker blue color than the plastic. It's probably unnoticeable to most, but it's definitely there. The metal saber is also a bit more defined in terms of light output. In addition, the infamous dark spot is now almost invisible. It can be seen on one side of the metal Anakin, but only very vaguely. It's not as pronounced as it is on the plastic Anakin. As far as consistency goes between the LEDs, both versions are about the same in quality. They're not identical, but not much different either. The biggest difference, as stated, is the darker blue of the metal Anakin. I'm not quite sure, though, if having a bit of a darker blade makes it less bright. Both sabers turn off when left idle at the same exact time. One odd thing in the metal lightsaber is that when turning off the saber, the blade slows down at midpoint in the blade rather than near the base, as virtually all FFXs seem to do. It doesn't always does this, but when it does I tend to be annoyed by it.

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Metal Anakin (left) and plastic Anakin (right), unignited in fully lit room.

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Metal Anakin (left) and plastic Anakin (right) in lowly lit room.

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Metal Anakin and plastic Anakin in total darkness. Note the higher definition of metal Anakin.

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Luke ESB, Anakin ROTS (metal), & Anakin ROTS (plastic)... just because.  ;)

SOUND
The sound between the metal Anakin ROTS and the plastic Anakin ROTS is considerably different. First of all, the ignition sound on the metal version is louder and more aggressive... similar to how it is on the Luke ROTJ re-issue, only more aggressive sounding. The ignition on this particular lightsaber is different than on any other FFX I've seen. It's closer to what's heard on-screen. The idle hum is somewhat louder on the metal version than the plastic. It's a bit more energetic sounding, and therefore, sounds more impressive. The clash sounds are the same on both versions of the saber.


So, does metal equal a better and more attractive product? Well, if this were a Hasbro lightsaber, then no. But it's an MR Force FX lightsaber. Metal is important here. The more metal the more "realistic" the lightsaber, if you like. Is the metal Anakin ROTS better than the plastic? It's hard to say. All-in-all, I'd have to say that yes, I prefer the metal version of this replica. It's heavier and has better sound. The dark spot is barely visible, and the blade seems to be a bit more defined. On the flipside, it's also has a tiny bit thicker hilt, the blade is a little darker, and it has an unusual gold finish on the control box and ignition switch. I am partial to the plastic Anakin ROTS for the reason being that it was the first FFX lightsaber that I ever purchased. Overall, though, I'd have to say that the metal version of the Anakin ROTS FFX is a more solid product than the plastic variation of the lightsaber by the same name. :)

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Bandit-Jedi on February 19, 2006, 08:23:44 PM
One of the best reviews yet!  Simply outstanding Aayla!  ;D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: ani104 on February 19, 2006, 08:29:34 PM
One of the best reviews yet! Simply outstanding Aayla! ;D

 :o

You said it Anakin ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Knuckle01 on February 19, 2006, 09:02:17 PM
(whew) now i'm tired....great review kid!
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on February 20, 2006, 02:30:34 AM
... finally I know mine is the "metal" version, thanks Aayla!!!!
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on February 20, 2006, 03:49:09 AM
i have wanted to see this comparison for a while, nice one aayla,  in addition, my current anakin looks like the one on the right with the lighter coloured switch and the copper button thing almost the same, yet my recharge pins are metal as are the rabbit ears?

i wait for my newer anakin with more intrigue now, perhaps there is more natural product variation than we originally thought.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: darthmaddy on February 20, 2006, 04:07:12 AM
Very thorough.  Nice job! :)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Timmy-Wan Kenobi on February 20, 2006, 04:28:46 AM
I was previously unaware that MR had produced two versions of the Ani ROTS.
I'm glad I bagged the metal version, but looking at your photos, Aayla, I am struck by what a good jod they did on the plastic version.
On hearing the word 'plastic', my initial reaction was, 'yuk!cheap and tacky', but this doesn't appear to be the case, it actually looks very good quality.
Anyway, a note to MR for the future- use as much metal as possible in the construction of FFXs.
It adds to the realism, weight, and feel of the saber, which is, I believe, what is important to most of us.
Outstanding review, by the way, Aayla, all of your reviews are top notch and I shall use them as reference before purchasing any more sabers.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on February 20, 2006, 10:58:08 AM
Thanks for the nice comments, everybody. :)

One thing I'd like to add that wasn't in my review is that the blade on the "metal" Anakin FX is very, very sturdy. It doesn't wobble around at all really, unlike the "plastic" version of the same saber.

In addition to that, I was testing out the sound once again on the metal Anakin... the ignition and switch-off effects of the blade are definitely louder than those on the Luke ROTJ. However, the idle hum isn't quite as loud. It's very close, but just not quite as loud. It does have the same roaring sound to it, though, only it sounds better here.

To marginalize differences between these two sabers, both sabers were given brand new Duracell Ultra Digitals prior to the comparison.


i have wanted to see this comparison for a while, nice one aayla,  in addition, my current anakin looks like the one on the right with the lighter coloured switch and the copper button thing almost the same, yet my recharge pins are metal as are the rabbit ears?

i wait for my newer anakin with more intrigue now, perhaps there is more natural product variation than we originally thought.

I'm pretty sure the rabbit ears on either saber are exactly the same. Last Spring I saw multiple "plastic" Anakin FX's at shops and at theaters and in pictures on the net. From what I saw they were identical to my own plastic saber. Now, I haven't seen many of the "metal" sabers. I've heard from a few board members that their metal saber also has the light colored control box and switch, and I've also heard that the center band on their sabers is entirely metal, along with the blade adjustment knob. Now, the thing I found interesting in my saber is that it is identical in every way to the plastic Anakin FX except for the hilt being a tiny, tiny bit thicker. When being shaken around, it is as if the hilt on the plastic saber is more hollow, if you like. With the metal one this is not the case... it feels like it has more metal on the INSIDE. So who knows... maybe I have a freak lightsaber. Either way, I'm quite happy with it. :)  I don't like the bright yellow detailing as much, but I guess it won't rub off as easily... or maybe it would take longer if I don't use the proper precautions.

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I was previously unaware that MR had produced two versions of the Ani ROTS.
I'm glad I bagged the metal version, but looking at your photos, Aayla, I am struck by what a good jod they did on the plastic version.
On hearing the word 'plastic', my initial reaction was, 'yuk!cheap and tacky', but this doesn't appear to be the case, it actually looks very good quality.
Anyway, a note to MR for the future- use as much metal as possible in the construction of FFXs.
It adds to the realism, weight, and feel of the saber, which is, I believe, what is important to most of us.
Outstanding review, by the way, Aayla, all of your reviews are top notch and I shall use them as reference before purchasing any more sabers.

I agree, Timmy-Wan, when I first got my Ani FX the thought of it being lightweight or plastic never crossed my mind. It was my first FX, and to me the hilt was gorgeous. It felt great and the light and sounds were remarkable. Anyhow, I'm glad I can help.  ;)

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Snoballz on February 20, 2006, 11:17:43 AM
Yet another great review. 

Interesting that you mentioned that your metal Anakin didn't have the "infamous dark spot".  Since I had only seen my metal Anakin with no easily definable dark spot, I always figured you had a saber with a little extra solder on the LED strip.  Guess the soldering process was also changed for the newer edition.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on February 20, 2006, 12:23:18 PM
hi again aayla,  unfortunately i missed the delivery guy so wont be able to compare my two until tomorrow earliest.  however i did have a look at my current one and can say the following.  the rabbit ears and central band are definitely all metal on mine, they are both cold to the tongue, unlike the silver ring  part (the last thing the blade touches) and the black mounting the blade comes out from the hilt on, both these are definitely plastic.

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on February 20, 2006, 12:42:19 PM
uhm .... my two "metal" anakin show the infamous dark spot, but when fully charged is less noticeable, as said Aayla
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Kyp Durron on February 20, 2006, 06:39:35 PM
Just like I mentioned in my thread, that my blade is VERY sturdy as well.

I had a feeling that I had the "metal" version, and now I know I do, thanks! :)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on February 20, 2006, 11:43:45 PM
Any chance you can post a closer image of the brass pins on the two sabers? I'm still trying to figure out which one I have and it seems like that might be the best way. How can you tell if they are brass or just painted? Going by just weight, mine is far heavier than my Vader ESB. Is there any way to just weigh both sabers and post their weight?

Thanks for any info =)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on February 21, 2006, 12:48:52 AM
Any chance you can post a closer image of the brass pins on the two sabers? I'm still trying to figure out which one I have and it seems like that might be the best way. How can you tell if they are brass or just painted? Going by just weight, mine is far heavier than my Vader ESB. Is there any way to just weigh both sabers and post their weight?

Thanks for any info =)

I tried snapping a close-up of the brass pins on both sabers, but unfortunately my camera doesn't take good close-ups. The best way to tell is if the brass pins are shiny or if they are just brass. If they're shiny then they're probably just painted. If your Anakin saber weighs more than your Vader ESB, you definitely have the metal version. :)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: General Beavis on February 21, 2006, 02:15:30 AM
YES! I have the "metal" one! Thanks for putting my mind at rest with this detailed comparisson. You're a star, Aayla.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: The Abbot on February 21, 2006, 03:05:21 AM
Great review Aayla Secura..

I think im the only person in the world that likes the plastic version more..and here is why..

1..The staticy sound issue (where you have to take out the batterys) has never happened in my old Plastic Ani but happens in both my Metal Ani..
2..I love the lightweight for spins,best of all FFX..
3. Also the plastic Ani sounds are just a tad louder then both my metal Anis..


But I do like the less blotchey blade of the metal Ani I will give it that.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on February 21, 2006, 08:20:20 AM
Aayla,

Thanks for the great review and for the info. I thought mine was the "metal" version simply due to the weight but I was never sure. I only had the luke ROTJ (which is so light!) and the Vader ESB to compare it to. As far as mine goes...my control box is the lighter color that your "plastic" one is and the pins appear as though they are brass as they look like machined brass not something that has been painted. My buttons are the dark buttons that your "metal" one has. The sound on mine is definitely louder than my luke ROTJ as well. Again, thanks for the info =)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on February 21, 2006, 01:05:29 PM
well i am very surprised tonight, my two sabers were waiting for me when i got home, i picked up the box of the anakin and immediately noticed a difference in the weight from my other one.

when i got it unpacked i found that the saber was heavier than my other one and that the buttons were exactly as shown in aaylas review here.  the rabbit ears are exactly the same as on my other one and both versions are  metal.      i think the center band on my first could in fact be plastic as it sounds different to a tap from a battery than the newer one. 

i also found that the ignition sound is slightly different (hard to put a finger on it) the other sounds are the same and the volume is the same as my first one.  the most marked difference apart from the weight is the blade, which for me seems a little closer to the colour of my luke esb, i have compared all three and though the esb is easily distinguishable there is a slight shade difference between the two anakins.

i have weighed both  sabers and  the weights are as follows plastic version = 650 grams  Metal one = 900grams (both including batteries).

i know what kit is talking about when he says the lighter one is better for dueling,this i agree with however i will likely ebay my plasticy one now.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Sephiroth on February 21, 2006, 01:25:17 PM
Nice review and an overall good comparison.

Keep it up and you'll be up to my level in no time.

I'm still unsure which version I actually have, but I really don't care.   I bought it near the end of 05, so it's probably the metal version.   Still, whichever version it is, it's a kick-xxx lightsaber.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on February 21, 2006, 04:06:27 PM
Wow.. 650 grams vs 900 grams. I can't believe the "metal" one weights almost 1.5 times what the "plastic" one does. Hmm... now I need to weigh mine! =) Thanks for the info btw...
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on February 21, 2006, 04:24:10 PM
Thanks again, everyone.

I was looking at the pics Dark Skywalker posted of his Anakin ROTS LE over in the Gallery forum, and it has the same deep yellow coloring on the control box and ignition switch as my new metal Anakin. I guess they did try to further improve it. Another reason for me to prefer the metal version now.  ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Darthirishman on February 21, 2006, 05:35:05 PM
The funny thing is both my Anakins are metal
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: registrau on February 23, 2006, 07:27:20 AM
I'm waiting to receive my Anakin ROTS now, and I'm really wondering wether it will be the plastic or metal version. I bought it through ebay, to a shop that seems to sell lots of sabers every week (so I guess it should be the new metal generation).

I read in this thread that metal ani weighs more than vader ESB. Wow, that's something I never thought possible!, although I only have Luke ROTJ which is light, and Vader ESB which I think is quite heavy. By the "look" of the pictures I would have never guessed that Anakin would weigh more than Vader ESB.

I'll let you know when mine arrives.


Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on February 23, 2006, 11:06:22 AM
to me, just feeling in the hand, the vader esb is near the same weight or a little (very little) more heavy than anakin "metal"
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on February 23, 2006, 05:01:55 PM
I read in this thread that metal ani weighs more than vader ESB. Wow, that's something I never thought possible!, although I only have Luke ROTJ which is light, and Vader ESB which I think is quite heavy. By the "look" of the pictures I would have never guessed that Anakin would weigh more than Vader ESB.


My Vader ESB is definitely a bit heavier than the metal Anakin ROTS. Which is a good thing I think... I can see Vader carrying around a lightsaber that's heavier than most. I'm sure his robotic arms are capable of more than those of a human. ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: General Beavis on February 24, 2006, 09:23:39 AM
Yeah. My Vader is noticably heavier than my Anakin saber. But then again, Vader's saber feels like it should be heavier.  ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on February 24, 2006, 10:42:02 AM
I really need to bring a good balance home from work or bring my FX sabers in and weigh all of them. That way I'd know for sure what each one weighs...

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: registrau on February 28, 2006, 02:17:40 PM
Just received my Anakin ROTS, sweet saber. But I honestly can't really determine wether it's the metal one or not. I'd say it's metal as it seems to weight a bit more than Luke ROTJ and a bit less than Vader ESB, and the blade is sturdy, not wobbly at all.

But looking at the color of the copper buttons, or the yellow of the switch box, I honestly can't tell the difference. The small pins seem cool to me, but they don't look like screws in mine, they are nicer than screws.

Whatever version it is, I can say I'm pretty happy with it, blade is the most even (in terms of light) of all my 3 sabers. And I don't see the unfamous dark spot in the middle. The policarbonate blade seems flawless too. The hilt has a bit of "black paint" that can be seen at the plastic black part underneath the emiter metal part, where the blade comes from, as if a little bit of black glue or black paint hadn't been equally absorbed or maybe some of it spilt that black plastic part, but it's almost unseeable.

A very cool saber indeed, as all the rest I've had in my hands so far.

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on February 28, 2006, 02:29:40 PM
Mine has a bit of "black paint" as well. I thought about trying to remove it...but it just doesn't bother me that much either =)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: registrau on February 28, 2006, 02:41:54 PM
Battle scars, they are!!

yeah I thought about removing it too, but then I realized It was almost unnoticeable, and the remedy could end up being much worse than the problem itself =)

Did I mention the beautiful blue blade of this saber?? ;D ;D Man, I wish my Luke ROTJ was this "blotchy-free"!

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on March 01, 2006, 12:58:17 AM
i have said before, i am well impressed with the blotch free luke ROTJ i had.   the plastic anakin i have has the dark spot and some minor blotching, but the metal version has only a very minor darkspot.
the other ROTJ i have seen had a more blotchy blade than my own
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: lohan on March 01, 2006, 10:11:25 AM
Ok guys I need help. I ever thought there would be just two Versions of the Anakin. The one with metal rabbit ears and the one with the plastic ears. Have I got this right there is a version where the ring around the hilt is also metal. The last Anakin that I saw this week was the metal version 'cause it had the metal rabbit ears but the ring around the hilt was definately made of plastic. So it seems there are three versions of the Anakin available: the plastic one with the plastic rabbit ears and the plastic ring. the metal one with the rabbit ears but the plastic ring and the metal one with the metal rabbit ears and also the ring made of metal. IS THAT RIGHT? I want to buy the Anakin but it must be the version with so many metal parts as possible. I need someone who brings light in the dark. Which parts of the "most metal version"available are definately made of metal?
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on March 01, 2006, 11:41:23 AM
the best way to be sure is to test the weight, the anakin that i now class as plastic weighs 650 grams, the metal one i recently got is 900 grams.  if you are going to a shop, short of taking a pair of scales with you, i suggest you take something with you that weighs as close to 900 grams as possible and test weigh it there.

just to go over the old ground, both the sabers i have, have metal rabbit ears, other than the colours of some of the buttons the only real noticeable difference is the weight.  i originally thought i had the metal anakin, because i read on here about the plastic version having plastic ears.  however i either had a plastic version or a metal eared plastic version.  i know have the metal version which i am keeping because its newer thats all.   it may be the reports of teh anakin having plastic ears are incorrect, who knows for sure, perhaps not even MR could give a final answer, it may be that some of the manufacturers have used plastic / metal parts for all the sabers depending on availability meaning there are many different versions :o.   

both are in my opinion excellent anyway, the metal feels nice, the plastic one feels easier for duelling with.  whichever you get, you will love it.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: lohan on March 01, 2006, 02:50:13 PM
ok that helps. thanks alot. just one last question. do some of the sabers definately have the ring around the hilt made of metal? I just can't believe it 'cause I never heard of a metal ring before except in this thread! In case we speak of different components:  The ring I speak about is the ring that is connected to the box that contains the on off switch. I can't believe it could be metal. That would be so absolutely awesome as the plastic ring was the only thing on the saber that was kind of a let down imo.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: registrau on March 01, 2006, 03:54:32 PM
No, I don't think the ring next to the control box is made of metal in any version.

I think that Han was referring to the small metal ring at the emiter, where the blade comes from.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on March 02, 2006, 12:38:59 AM
if you mean the huge ring with "bumped surface" at the bottom of the control box it's full metal (like the vader black ring is fully plastic... sigh..)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on March 02, 2006, 12:46:30 AM
The bumpy centerband that surrounds the control box seems to be the same on both my Anakin plastic and metal sabers. I'm not really convinced that its real metal.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on March 02, 2006, 01:02:56 AM
no its hard to be sure what the knotched ring is made of, i thought that the metal anakins was metal when i first touched it, but it feels very similar to the plastic one and i think they are probably the same material.  the emitter ring, the silver ring where the blade comes out is plastic on both versions.  i assume this is because it will be more durable and is unlikely to crack the blade, which a metal one might do if you were over zealous with your dueling.  i think the added weight of the metal version is as aayla first said, due to a thicker hilt, i cannot see any other way they could have gained 300 grams of weight.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on March 02, 2006, 01:41:53 AM
about the bumpy (metal!  ;D) centerband we may ask to Merid... Yoda, I saw his "anaking exploded view" thread....
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Sephiroth on March 02, 2006, 02:33:17 AM
The bumpy centerband that surrounds the control box seems to be the same on both my Anakin plastic and metal sabers. I'm not really convinced that its real metal.

I don't think it is, either.   As a matter of fact, it might not be plastic, but more like a fake metal type of thing, if you can understand me.

Hopefully you can, because I'm confusing myself.. :-\
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: General Beavis on March 02, 2006, 02:39:45 AM
Well, mine is definately metal.  :)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Sephiroth on March 02, 2006, 02:52:43 AM
You know, I might have the plastic version.   Odd that I would, since I bought mine at the very tail end of 05, but...

well, the band that holds in the blade isn't cold whereas the rest of it is, so I am going to say I have the plastic version.    Well, at least it's lighter (probably) to wield.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on March 02, 2006, 08:25:09 AM
The center band has always looked and felt like brushed aluminum to me.  Just my 2 cents....

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on March 02, 2006, 08:40:03 AM
i think you might be right with that heimdal,  its a tough call, i still think that this piece alone is unlikely to add 300 grams of weight,  my two feel pretty similar.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on March 02, 2006, 09:33:35 AM
tonight I'll try with a lighter, it the ring went hot is metal, if not you can ear some serious blasphemy ....  ;D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: General Beavis on March 02, 2006, 09:59:33 AM
 ;D

LOL
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: registrau on March 02, 2006, 11:05:46 AM
LOL I hope you are joking!
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on March 02, 2006, 11:22:18 AM
lol not with the lighter but with a small knife, it's definitely metal (maybe crappy, not aluminium) but's is metal
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on March 02, 2006, 02:33:58 PM
my thoughts always get back to Aayla's review and the following -

"I immediately noticed that the metal version of the Anakin ROTS was thicker. I had previously not heard of this, but lo and behold, it is a tiny bit thicker. I believe this is what accounts for most of the added weight to this variation."

I don't think anything else even could account for a 300 g difference. It almost has to be extra metal in the primary body of the hilt....


Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: lohan on March 02, 2006, 03:09:12 PM
Ok guys given the case I got my Anakin RotS delivered (I will order it tomorrow). I unpack it I open the box and there it is in all its beauty. Now heres the question: How can I definately make sure I got the metal one without checking the weight.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Bandit-Jedi on March 02, 2006, 03:22:52 PM
look at the two little brass "recharge" pins near the emitter.  If they are brass and not painted, then you have the metal version.

Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on March 02, 2006, 03:31:19 PM
my thoughts always get back to Aayla's review and the following -

"I immediately noticed that the metal version of the Anakin ROTS was thicker. I had previously not heard of this, but lo and behold, it is a tiny bit thicker. I believe this is what accounts for most of the added weight to this variation."

I don't think anything else even could account for a 300 g difference. It almost has to be extra metal in the primary body of the hilt....




I was actually comparing both of these sabers again last night, and I noticed that the plastic one was more hollow than the metal one. When you tap on the plastic, it kinda sounds hollow. Then when you tap on the metal, it feels solid. So I think in addition to the hilt being slightly thicker, they may have added some metal components to the interior of the lightsaber.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: registrau on March 03, 2006, 05:15:36 AM
look at the two little brass "recharge" pins near the emitter.  If they are brass and not painted, then you have the metal version.

I was wondering the same thing, but even looking at those pins I can't really tell wether they are brass or painted... I guess I'll take a close picture of them and post it here later, then you guys can tell me what you think! (My camera takes great macro pictures).
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Irkis Clag on March 20, 2006, 01:22:00 PM
DarthArn and I compared our Anakins. my "bunny ears" sound more like plastic when you flick them. his gives off a higher tone when DarthArn flicks his. My "bunny ears" are also a bit thicker too.  My hilt is also a little taller, but they weighed the exact amount. Is it a mix between the two???
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: todd4566 on April 26, 2006, 04:29:14 PM
I am just now seeing this thread, and had no idea there was a metal & plastic Anakin ROTS.  What's the REAL difference though - just a thicker hilt?  Based on what I've read in here, the black piece extending out of the hilt the encases the blade is plastic on both models, so to me there no worthwhile change here.
Anyway, I've had my Anakin ROTS for quite awhile now & I'm not sure which one I have.  The big buttons appear to be brass, but I'm not willing to scratch them,  and the hilt itself seems thick like the one 1st page of this thread.  My blade doesn't have a blotchy look to it with fresh batteries, but it is a little wobbly as others have described.  As for weight, I'd say mine is a little heavier than the Luke ROTJ, and definitely just as loud.  Regardless, it seems the Anakin blade is out of production so I'm not buying another.   
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on April 26, 2006, 04:40:31 PM
Basically the only difference is that the hilt is thicker on the inside. That's what gives it the extra weight. The little screws near the top of the blade are another difference... in the metal version they're actual brass, while in the plastic they're a shiny metal. Other than that the metal hilt is slightly shorter than the other one.

If you really wanted one they're still out there in abundant quantities. But it's not really that big of a deal unless you want a heavier hilt. I think the plastic Anakin is slightly heavier than the Luke ROTJ. In any case, either one works.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: ani104 on April 26, 2006, 04:51:43 PM
Thats interesting. I had always thought that the Luke ROTJ was by far the heaviest saber ::).
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: todd4566 on April 27, 2006, 08:20:47 AM
Thats interesting. I had always thought that the Luke ROTJ was by far the heaviest saber ::).

You obviously haven't handled the single Maul yet.  Very heavy..  great for dueling, not so great for spins.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: BIGGS DARKLIGHTER on April 27, 2006, 09:50:26 AM
Wow... I always kind of felt that the Luke ROTJ was by far the lightest! I agree with the Maul being the heaviest though. Even with the weight I still think it is the easiest to spin second to the Luke ROTJ.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on April 27, 2006, 11:47:49 AM
really? the Luke green is the lightest saber of the entire collection, I thought the Maul was the same weight if not less ... :-(
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: benlurkin on April 27, 2006, 01:09:31 PM
I'd say it depends on the spin you're doing, for certain spins the top-heaviness of the Maul can actually help to get them around.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on April 27, 2006, 01:17:29 PM
The Darth Maul is the heaviest overall. The hilt is actually very light, but the weight of the blade makes it the heaviest.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on April 27, 2006, 02:52:44 PM
!!! the "damaged" version is heavier than the mace and vader ESB? Really?  ???
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on April 27, 2006, 03:13:31 PM
Yup, because of the blade. It's a thicker blade than any of the previous ones... not necessarily in terms of width, but as far as the interior having a thicker plastic tube.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: ani104 on April 27, 2006, 03:38:08 PM
Intersting, seeing as it uses AAA's I thought it would be one of the lightest  :).
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on April 27, 2006, 03:39:24 PM
Yeah, but like I said, it's not the hilt. The hilt may be the lightest hilt out of all of them, if it isn't the Luke ROTJ. It's the blade that adds the extra weight.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: benlurkin on April 27, 2006, 09:23:53 PM
As Aayla says, the light hilt really accentuates the heavier feel to the blade.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on April 28, 2006, 12:04:24 AM
thanks for the reply, I'm ever waiting my Maul (again in pre-order ... I live in Europe) so I dont have any possibility to see/try one in person.

I love dueling with the Luke because is the best balanced sabre in the collection and is amazing for spins
I mean: it's soo balanced it's possible to hold the sabre horizontally with a finger in the "orange" area.

if I understand well (my english...) the blade of the "battle damaged" version, when holded near the end of the hilt, have the blade pointing to the floor ?
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Darth Brains on April 29, 2006, 09:33:04 PM
I'm sorry but I read the entire thread and I can't still determine which one I have. In my unit the switch button looks as yellow as the switch on your metal unit but I think it is plastic because it doesn't feel cold. Half of the body feels cold like metal but I removed the battery/speaker cassette, touch the hilt from the inside and it is not cold and looks like plastic. The four pins near the emitter are dull no shinny brass, no doubt about it. What you call the "bunny ears" are cold to the touch but I think they are plastic. The ring where the "blade" is inserted seems to be plastic. The round buttons have a dark copper color. I also have Vader ESB and I can not feel any difference in weight.

As you can see I can not use your descriptions to determine exactly what I have. Now, looking at the very first photo posted:

(https://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv199%2FVickyrose85%2F000_1291.jpg&hash=ac1087db0ed2c5df8a485e126364e8a4fd1d67e5)
Anakin ROTS "metal" lightsaber (left) vs. Anakin ROTS "plastic" lightsaber (right).

I noticed that the unit that is identified as the metal one has two rows of something that looks like black lettering, label or sticker running around the circumference of the hilt. I can not see those two rows of black letters in the unit identified as the plastic unit. Do all metal units have that sticker or label with black letters?

Instead of describing, color, texture or things like that. Can somebody check for a serial number? My Windu unit has a label with a serial number in the inside. I could not find that number in the inside of the Anakin or Vader saber but the battery/speaker cassette has a serial number. If the metal Anakin has any serial number, Can you please post it?
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on April 29, 2006, 09:52:36 PM
I'm sorry but I read the entire thread and I can't still determine which one I have. In my unit the switch button looks as yellow as the switch on your metal unit but I think it is plastic because it doesn't feel cold. Half of the body feels cold like metal but I removed the battery/speaker cassette, touch the hilt from the inside and it is not cold and looks like plastic. The four pins near the emitter are dull no shinny brass, no doubt about it. What you call the "bunny ears" are cold to the touch but I think they are plastic. The ring where the "blade" is inserted seems to be plastic. The round buttons have a dark copper color. I also have Vader ESB and I can not feel any difference in weight.

Hello and welcome to the FX-Sabers.com discussion forums, Darth Brains.

Both sabers are metal... by saying ''plastic,'' I don't mean that the hilt itself is plastic. Originally it was thought that the plastic version had more plastic components than the metal re-release, but I have found that not to be the case. Both hilts are metal, it is just that the metal version is more solid... it's thicker on the inside of the hilt, which gives it the heavier feel. If you have a Vader ESB and the Anakin is about the same weight or a tad heavier, then you probably have the metal version. If it is quite a bit lighter, then you have the plastic version. So really, saying that either or these sabers is metal or plastic is an outdated way of comparing these two sabers. They're both metal, one is just thicker than the other from the inside. Now as for the bunny ears, they're metal. The shiny ring where the blade shines out from is plastic on either version. If the brass pins are dull, then they're probably the genuine brass pins found on the metal version. If they're shiny, you probably have the plastic version. As far as the hilt not being cold, that has more to do with room temperature than anything else.

So from the sounds of it, I think you have the second... or "metal" release. Just keep in mind that metal and plastic should not be used to distinguish these sabers anymore. It should be either first or second release. ;)

Hope that helps.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Darth Brains on April 30, 2006, 06:44:59 AM
Aayla thanks for your reply.

I'm still curious about those small black letters that can be seen in the photo? Do all 2nd release Anakin ROTS sabers have them?
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: trexy on April 30, 2006, 07:28:28 AM
No not all of the anakin  rots have those
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on April 30, 2006, 10:24:24 AM
Right, as GG said only the later Anakin sabers shipped with those. It's just a clear sticker with black lettering that is easily removed.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: jack3auer on May 01, 2006, 09:58:11 AM
i think ani is muddled up there,  i would consider the Luke ESB to be the heaviest and most awkward to handle, so far anyway.  i look forward to my maul arriving. ;D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: benlurkin on May 01, 2006, 11:23:30 AM
Speaking of heavy and awkward.  No light is safe in any house with the double Maul.  :D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 01, 2006, 02:05:48 PM
The Maul feels heavier... to me... than the Luke ESB. That's one heavy blade the Maul has.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Darth Brains on May 04, 2006, 08:54:56 AM
Right, as GG said only the later Anakin sabers shipped with those. It's just a clear sticker with black lettering that is easily removed.

I can say then, that you have the 2nd release (metal) Anakin only if it came with that label, Is that correct?
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 04, 2006, 10:01:44 AM
I would say that you are right. ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: DarthArn on May 04, 2006, 12:29:26 PM
mine is the metal, but ti didnt come with the sticker, but my Vader ESB did.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 05, 2006, 01:17:26 AM
Yeah only the later batches of Anakin ROTS and Vader ESB had those stickers. ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: benlurkin on May 05, 2006, 01:21:45 AM
I had one of those, wasn't it a liability warning?  I vaguely remember thinking of it as further proof we'll never see a removable blade from MR.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Hang Tuah Kenobi on May 05, 2006, 02:22:38 AM
What does it say anyway? I quickly peel off the label when i got my anakin fx.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Kyp Durron on May 14, 2006, 05:33:54 PM
I just reciently got another Anakin ROTS to replace the one I took back to get the money to buy that crappy Luke ESB FX.  ;D

Heck, I may even get me a second one to keep mint in the box!  8)

It truly is one of the greatest all around FX's that MR ever put out.

-Joclad
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Shadowlynx on May 14, 2006, 08:01:10 PM
Dang Ayala I didn't know that they made now plastic Anakin's instead of the Metal one's thanks for the review I know my Anakin is Metal. I bet the plastic one couldn't hold dueling for more than a hour. I've dueled for about 1 1/2 with my Anakin and it's still running just fine, I just put alllloooooootttt of scrapes, marks and worse on the blade good thing with luxeon conversion I just switch the blade and it looks like you never dueled with your saber.  ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Jaden Korr on May 14, 2006, 08:04:15 PM
well just thought id post here and say i have finally held the plastic version and there is a huge difference, when i held it it seemed a lot lighter than mine, i was never sure which i had till i held it and it is much lighter thought id let you all know
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 14, 2006, 08:17:59 PM
Dang Ayala I didn't know that they made now plastic Anakin's instead of the Metal one's thanks for the review I know my Anakin is Metal. I bet the plastic one couldn't hold dueling for more than a hour. I've dueled for about 1 1/2 with my Anakin and it's still running just fine, I just put alllloooooootttt of scrapes, marks and worse on the blade good thing with luxeon conversion I just switch the blade and it looks like you never dueled with your saber.  ;)

It actually holds up just as well to dueling. Like I said, it's not really plastic. It's just a thinner metal hilt. No plastic anywhere. I now use this original release as my dueling saber, and it's just as good as the second release.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Hang Tuah Kenobi on May 14, 2006, 08:20:22 PM
guess the same feeling i got when i firstly held the anakin metal, having used to holding the vader anh fx for a year, the difference is obvious. The anakin is a tad heavier but u notice the difference. Spinning is a lot easier with this one..
anwy, lookin for a better hilt for spinning lessons, so my next purchase would be maul of luke rotj..
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: PLO KOON on May 17, 2006, 08:23:44 PM
So how do I check whether mine is plastic or not, I cannot compare it to another since I only have one. I'm worried now because Aayla mentioned that the gold colour is really dark. Mine is kinda light to me. And the copper was a little faded when I got it...

The thing is I got mine in late July... so which one do I have?
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: PLO KOON on May 17, 2006, 08:26:55 PM
By comparing the weight of my Anakin ROTS to the Vader ESB, the Anakin ROTS is slightly lighter than the Vader... (i have a bad feeling about this)...
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Hang Tuah Kenobi on May 17, 2006, 08:32:25 PM
i dont have a Vader ESB but i own a ANH version, and my Anakin is heavier..
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: PLO KOON on May 18, 2006, 01:20:31 AM
got a picture of the gold colour??

Mine looks like this...
(https://www.fx-sabers.com/forum/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fimg.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fv508%2Fs3an_looi%2FMisc%2Fb_switch_a.jpg&hash=de40fd3d43452b7107ef38c042b98e8fd6616ec7)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 18, 2006, 02:28:08 AM
If the blade feels a little heavier than the hilt it's most likely the first release. It's similar to how the Maul feels with the heavier blade, but I know you don't have that saber. Most of the second releases have the lighter gold color decor as well, it was the later batches that had the darker coloring. I don't quite remember if the metal version is heavier than the Vader or not. I think they were just about the same.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: PLO KOON on May 18, 2006, 11:39:17 AM
So I think i got the first release even though i received it on July2005! Anyway, nothing can be done now. And it the saber hasn't failed me. Aayla, is the metal anakin's gold plating prone to fading as well? Is it the same? or is it ... tougher?
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Shadowlynx on May 20, 2006, 08:00:19 PM
Yeah my Anakin ROTS is a metal one I don't know when I got it but it's heavier than the Darth Vader ESB. It's survived so intense dueling and I don't know anyone out here who owns a FX so I use my Luxeon FX's for dueling. Anyways yeah either way I think the saber is great rather plastic or metal.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 24, 2006, 11:39:41 AM
So I think i got the first release even though i received it on July2005! Anyway, nothing can be done now. And it the saber hasn't failed me. Aayla, is the metal anakin's gold plating prone to fading as well? Is it the same? or is it ... tougher?


The gold plating on the second release is the same as that on the first release... along with the copper. It can fade just as easily. Now, the final runs of the Anakin ROTS had a darker gold plating to more closely resemble the actual filming prop.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: benlurkin on May 24, 2006, 12:05:04 PM
A third variant on the Ani now Aayla?  My first response would be it is surprising, but then again given just how many of these there are out there, I suppose it is understandable.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 24, 2006, 02:51:08 PM
Yep, Anakin has it listed in the master thread on variations. :)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on May 24, 2006, 10:44:59 PM
c'mon guys, simply put the sabre on a food-balance (it's correct?) and see if it weight 900 grams or less (with batteries), if it weight less than 600 grams it's the "plastic" version
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Shadowlynx on May 24, 2006, 11:39:01 PM
man if I had a food scale I would so do that just to know if mine is metal or plastic.  :D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on May 25, 2006, 12:07:55 AM
ok go on a "man scale" with the saber in the hand, then without and see the difference  ;D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: PLO KOON on May 25, 2006, 08:41:01 AM
Nice one GIOFX...

Anyway, I kinda flicked the 'bunny ears' with me fingers and it gave a clinking sound.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: todd4566 on May 25, 2006, 01:17:26 PM
Perhaps a 4th variant will be identified when the Anakin ROTS goes on sale @ MR this summer. 
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: GioFX on May 26, 2006, 12:15:45 AM
yep this one in full copper 2kg without batteries and bunny ears like razors (to prevent forbidden duels)  ;D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: ani104 on May 27, 2006, 03:57:37 PM
And 24k gold plating on the control box
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: cylon on May 27, 2006, 11:11:05 PM
i think this "plastic vs. metal" thing is kind of silly.. at first i was all concerned that i have the plastic one. (i bought it in late 2005, but at borders... so who knows how long it had sat there)  but i honestly can't tell the difference between the two in the pictures shown.  it seems like the weight is the only big issue.. and im guessing MR just put some lead weights in there to stop people from moaning about it.

i can't tell if i have a plastic one or a metal one.. all i know is that the anakin rots was my first saber, and it was xxx cool when i first opened it, and i never spent a second thinking that it was under weight until these threads showed up talking about "metal"


i think im going to start a rumor that the darth maul has a new revision that has 65 leds in the blade instead of 64, and see how many people go out and buy new sabers just so they can sleep at night.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: ani104 on May 28, 2006, 12:04:30 AM
I think that you are taking it the wrong way, no one is saying that the "Plastic" version is inferior, but it is true that there is a revised version of the Anakin ROTS version out there :)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: WEDGE ANTILLES on May 28, 2006, 02:42:15 PM
I have both. you can deinitely tell the difference in weight when holding them side by side. but cosmetically there's not much difference
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: cylon on May 28, 2006, 06:01:41 PM
I think that you are taking it the wrong way, no one is saying that the "Plastic" version is inferior, but it is true that there is a revised version of the Anakin ROTS version out there :)

there is definitely a mentality on these boards that the "plastic" is inferior.  several people have already said that they've bought two (first a plastic then a metal).  i mean, ill admit that if i was buying an anakin for the first time the metal version would be the one i want, but it seems really silly for people to buy a second one because it isnt the newest, shiniest, most heaviest saber.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on May 28, 2006, 06:08:22 PM
I'll agree that the general mentality is that the metal, second version of the saber is superior. I think it's more people wanting a better product than one that is possibly inferior. The thing here is that the plastic, first release is not inferior. It has it's strong points that the second release does not from what I've been able to tell in my two sabers (I didn't get the second release because I thought the first was a weaker product, I simply wanted a double of this saber for dueling). Overall the first release is easier to wield and probably better for those who will be dueling. Mine has a bit brighter of a blade, too, than the second release.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: ani104 on May 30, 2006, 04:07:31 PM
Its only the mentality, not necessarily the truth. ;)
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: todd4566 on June 07, 2006, 01:13:04 PM
there is definitely a mentality on these boards that the "plastic" is inferior.  several people have already said that they've bought two (first a plastic then a metal).  i mean, ill admit that if i was buying an anakin for the first time the metal version would be the one i want, but it seems really silly for people to buy a second one because it isnt the newest, shiniest, most heaviest saber.

I agree.  I also bought the Anakin ROTS @ Borders when I saw them there, and I have the plastic one.  Since the blade holder and electronics haven't been changed in the revision, there really isn't any reason to say the "metal" one is better.  The two Anakin's would be better labeled as "light" & "slightly heavier."
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on June 11, 2006, 10:58:29 AM
Yeah, that's why I've been referring to them as Version 1 and Version 2. "Plastic" and "Metal" don't properly describe these two versions at all. I'd say that version 2 is quite a bit heavier than just "slightly heavier."
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: benlurkin on June 11, 2006, 11:01:43 AM
But then again, compared to a single Maul FX they're both light. :D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: AAYLA SECURA on June 11, 2006, 11:13:18 AM
I can't contest that.  :D
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Jedi Ollie on June 25, 2006, 12:19:54 PM
I'm certain that I have the metal version. The bunny ears are made of metal and I can feel the weight is mainly in the hilt.
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: levelnext on July 30, 2006, 07:48:07 AM
so if i recently bought (but haven't recieved) an anakin ROTS, which one am i more likely to get? metal? plastic? version 3?

cause i really want the 3 kilo 24k gold plated one! lol
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Kyp Durron on July 30, 2006, 10:35:43 AM
All new Anakin FX's are the newer "metal" ones...they haven't made the "plastic" version since they first came out last year. ;)


-Joclad
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: levelnext on July 30, 2006, 10:48:02 AM
yes, but how likely is that the store (or any store) still sells the first editon ones?  are they all sold or maybe there could be some left? anyway thanks for the feedback, i certainly hope is the 2nd or 3rd edition (metal metal METAL!!!!) hahaha
Title: Re: Anakin ROTS "plastic" FFX vs. Anakin ROTS "metal" FFX
Post by: Kyp Durron on July 30, 2006, 11:20:07 AM
I would say it's highly unllikely as the Anakin's sold so well when the first run was being produced. I most certainly wouldn't worry about it.  8)


-Joclad