So, this is my review of my long awaited black empress. Initially, I ordered it without engravings. But I switched to speed up the process.
I pretty much hated the disney trilogy, but this particular saber caught my eye. And I was like : "wtf, why didn't she build this from the start during a training or something? To give an identity to the trilogy?"
I was looking around for this saber and I found US made a version. Now. I'm usually not a big fan of US' take on canon sabers. But this one... I needed it. So, 6 months later here we are.
It's stunning. Even with the engravings I love it. I have small hands and it fits perfectly for a one hand stance.
This hilt features a black non-illuminated AV switch, a recharge port and a black covertech wheel.
Hilt details :
(The IKEA plaid was not included.)
The engravings are nicely done and in the end I don't mind them.
The emitter is insanely awesome and the windows give a really nice touch to the saber when lit up.
No sharp edges.
I ordered it in Fire Orange with Pyrestone Orange FOC, but it is an emerald saber, so I can change it if I want to.
Here it is, lit up with the rest of the collection.
This saber is a marvel.