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im having a hard time choosing which ultrasabers product i want so i would like other peoples opinions on which one they prefer the dominix le v4 or the dark sentinel le v4 which one would most of you people prefer

If you are more interested in aesthetics, I'd go with the Dominix. It's got more curvy bits and the windows seem more impressive.

If you want more functionality, I'd go for the Dark Sentinel. It has a better upper choke for spinning that is farther from the windows.

That's not to say the Dark Sentinel isn't pretty or the Dominix isn't functional but if I had to choose in those categories, one is better than the other and vice versa.

But if I had to choose between either, I'd go with the Dominix.

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seconded - Dominix LE v4

Going solely by looks, the Dominix gets my vote, but I can see how the Dark Sentinel would make for a great stunt saber.  Say you were making a fan film and your scenes did not focus on the hilt you were holding,  all the attention was on the clashing blades - that's where the DS would be great for.

I prefer Aeon V4s (light for Dominix) when using as a single saber and Sentinal V4s when using a staff. I have both and the grip spacings  just seem to fit better for those applications. Both were ordered as staffs but I haven't put the Aeons back together for years but I only separate the Sentinels for others to use when I need to share a few extras. I only use them in staff configuration. 

This isn't the best side-by-side picture, but it has a Dar Sentinel V4 LE (far right) next to a Dominix V4 (second from right) and also a Dominix LE V4 (second from  left) for comparison.   (For reference, the center hilt is an Aeon V4 painted in what I called "Reverse LE" colors, and the far left hilt is a Dark Apprentice V4 LE.)   Note: All three have Renegade LE pommels for a little extra length and pommel heft, and because I like that pommel.   LOL

(https://i.imgur.com/mQ9r5f6.jpg)

On the side-by-side, you can see the difference in the choke points that Galef pointed out.   I personally find both hilts to be very comfortable to wield, and in all honestly one of my favorite Aeon V4s doesn't have windows as I tend to use that front choke as my grip point/spin point.  You can do this with the windows as well, but it is wise to take a bit of sand paper or an emory board to the edges of the windows to take the sharp edge off.

There is no need to do this with the Dk. Sentinel V4, of course.  It is amazingly comfortable to wield out-of-the-box.   But the actual difference is not really large and I have always liked the look of the Dominix LE V4 much better.  Especially with a premium pommel upgrade.   :-)

Meanwhile, I actually prefer the Dark Sentinel  :)  Here's a pic of my own Dark Sentinel (with my personal favorite, my Archon v3.1  ;)):
(https://i.ibb.co/yYMZJCv/IMG-20200119-134223.jpg)

Either way, you can't go wrong with either hilt as both sabers are fantastic!

That 'reverse Aeon' looks really good - same with the Renegade pommels.  To the OP, perhaps either hilt with an alternate MHS pommel might be the answer from an aesthetic POV, as I don't actively duel with them.

Personally I think the Sentinel V5 is a big aesthetic step up from the V4, and its the same price!  My Dark Sentinel V5 is one of my favorite sabers!!!


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPpUww5Cdp0# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sPpUww5Cdp0#)

Just for comparison, here are some side-by-side shots of a Dark Sentinel V4 LE and a Dark Sentinel V5 LE....

(https://i.imgur.com/5dxtZmv.jpg?1)


Close-up of the grip section:
(https://i.imgur.com/ylBZ9k7.jpg)

Windows lit - the biggest difference.   Note: That larger window section also needs the emory board treatment to round off the edges for handling purposes....
(https://i.imgur.com/sJke9i0.jpg)

Choke-point close-up
(https://i.imgur.com/FDpH6Mj.jpg)

Even closer....
(https://i.imgur.com/ql5RFj3.jpg?1)

And a "beauty" shot, next to my Dominix V3.   Note: I put a Dark War Glaive pommel on mine, again to balance the aesthetic and give it a bit better balance and more flare...
(https://i.imgur.com/Toh8EPZ.jpg)

Thanks for saving me the trouble... I was about to get my sabers out to make the same comparisons!

These are awesome, Karm!

Not only the pics but also the comparisons  :)

Funny enough, the last raffle I entered I purchased the Sentinel v5 LE, GB blade for me and my wife picked out a beauty of an Aeon v3 with VA blade!

Well now I know beyond any doubt what D'Aylanna's lightsaber looks like  :D

I'm a big fan of the Aeon/Dominix v4.
To me they feel a bit more friendly then the Sentinels.
Love the chokepoints, balancing and with a little tweaking there either perfect for spinning or sparring.

Don't have them here, otherwise I would have made a little side by site between the Sentinel and Aeon like Karmack did with his Sentinels. Maybe later this day.

The Sentinel v4 is the better one IMO. It is the more comfortable saber to wield by far. I don't like the way that the upper choke point is on the dominix as it drops off sharp. The Sentinel v4 wins for me hands down.

LOL

I may need to tweak the descriptions of Arnor's blade as well, as my wife wields a Dark Catalyst with a hot pink blade.   :-)   But maybe not...    LOL

just so everyone knows im not a big fan of windows so i dont want windows for either of them so considering they wont have windows i want to know what people would think

If windows aren't your thing, than I'd say the Dominix is the better choice.
IMO, the Sentinel begs to have the windows, but the Dominix could go without.

i want to clarify that i dont want windows on either hilts because i do not like them

Without windows, the Dominix wins hands-down   That forward choke point is PERFECT for handling, spinning, whatever, and it edges the Sentinel on aesthetics.  Definitely go for the Dominix V4.   :-)

Agreed.

im also curious to know if the dominix le v4 can be used effectively in reverse grip i want to see someone do reverse grip spins and maneuver with the dominix because ive seen plenty of videos with the dark sentinel v4 but ive never seen the dominix v4 so i would like to see that and i would even like to see someone dual wield twin dominix v4 sabers and i want to see someone using the overhead strikes similar to the moves used by anakin in the prequels

Have you taken a look around in the Spinzone?
http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=23126.1485 (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=23126.1485)

Samhain uses a dominix alot.
And I believe everal people in last years Spinwars showcase a reverse grip.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29PknRzYdPY# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=29PknRzYdPY#)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jM6eRU81-nI&t=50s# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jM6eRU81-nI&t=50s#)

Almost forgot, I have 2 dominixes, so here's me playing with a dominix v4 and an initiate v2.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB-cGWuXEx4# (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tB-cGWuXEx4#)

And not to sound arrogant or something like that, but scroll over my youtube-account, there are several vids there where the dominixes are being used. Maybe you'll find what you're looking for.

hahaha, np one of the last posts in the Spinzone is his:

well due to difficulties finding a video of someone using the dominix v4 in reverse grip i think i will decide on the dark sentinel v4 but im still open to further responses

Well I have made a decision and that would be the Dark Sentinel LE V4 simply because I have come to prefer it's aesthetics since it looks more heavy duty than the Dominix which looks sleeker and although most people prefer sleeker aesthetics over heavy duty aesthetics I like the looks of heavy duty better (just to clarify I'm sure both hilts have the same durability but when I say I prefer heavy duty I'm mostly talking about the looks rather than the actual durability and personally I like a device that looks heavy duty more than a device that looks sleek) I do like the design of sleek lightsaber hilts but I lean a bit more towards the looks of heavy duty a bit more

I think that you have made a good choice. MTFBWY!

Like yourself, I prefer the Dark Sentinel v4 over the Dominix; it's a fantastic saber with a sleek yet ergonomic design.  Add in emitter windows and an illuminated AV switch, a custom pommel, and you've got a beautiful piece of art  :)

To wit, seen here with my modded Archon v3.1:
(https://i.ibb.co/yYMZJCv/IMG-20200119-134223.jpg)

Point!

Just to clarify I don't like windows and I chose the sentinel because it looks more heavy duty the dominix is sleeker whilst the sentinel is more heavy duty but I'm choosing the sentinel because I prefer heavy duty over sleekness

With that criteria in mind, I DOUBLY suggest the Sentinel then   ;)

That's the beauty of Ultrasaber's customization: many, MANY different iterations of the same base model tailored to each person's individual prerogative  :)