So last week I ordered a grab bag with my Dark Lib. So it came today, a Standard Issue in Violet Amethyst! Score!(I know it's just an Si but come on it's violet amethyst people). I only specified metal hilt and Ultra Edge Heavy Grade blade, which was half price since it was with a grabbag, add to that not having to pay an extra five bucks for the purple, I saved $24 versus ordering the same saber via quick ship. I think that's a good deal.
The Blade: As usual the UEHG blade does not disappoint. The Violet Amethyst looks absolutely
beautiful with this blade!
The Hilt: Being an Si, there's nothing intricate about the hilt. It's simple and elegant. My favorite part is the slanted emitter. I just LOVE slanted emitters. The grooves in the hilt are also another nice touch. Upon removing it from the familiar long brown box I inspected it to see what made it a grab bag, and the only thing I can find that's grab bag worthy is some just below the switch. They're very fine scratches and can only be seen in the right light up close, so no biggie. This thing is thick and sturdy, and it feels LIKE A SWORD! It's comfortable to hold and overall easy to wield.
The Conclusion: Great hilt. This will likely get quite a bit of use from me. If you want one don't hesitate, you'll be happy with it.
On The Wedge Antilles Scale of Awesome the Si gets:
A full 5/5!
I'll get picks up when I can get a new camera. Mine seems to have gone kaput.
*EDIT*= Just wanted to say, that after a couple days with this saber it has quickly become my favorite. I'll probably get a couple more in different colors and maybe a dark one. Heck I might get an SI staff, too.