HELP PLEASE

[Tyrendeth]

You are now a fat kid in a candy store. No matter what you try just remember everything in here is made of sugar. 

[James Casey]

I spent about 2 months looking around the forums, the product pages and so on before placing my first order, partly because I was short on cash, partly because it's a leap into the unknown.

I knew I'd have to go for one of the cheaper hilts first off, firstly because of the lack of money, secondly because I wanted to dip my toe in the water. I think starting small is a good idea, although there are plenty of people who dive right in with a fully-loaded 'sabre, which I suppose could be viewed as testament to how enthusiastic we are about the products

If you really have no strong feelings about any of the hilts, then a grab bag can be a fun place to start - you have the option of choosing the blade colour and some other features, but the hilt itself is random.

If, like myself, you're interested in a specific hilt (or want to avoid certain hilts) then go for one that you like. I went for an Aeon v2 LE as I like the simplicity of it moreso than the curves of the v3, while the gold rings looked nicer to me than the plane non-LE look. That said, I find I prefer the plainer Aeons nowadays...

As for the colour, I went for Pyrestone Orange. I knew I wasn't much interested in the 'normal' colours (blue, red, green) for my first order, so going for something a little bit unusual suited me. I also thought that it would work well with the gold highlights on the hilt, and I was right about that

Ryan, I know this  can be pretty overwhelming, so do ask any questions you have - no matter how minor or inconsequential they may seem. Between us we own pretty much every 'sabre US have ever made (and certainly every one they have for sale right now) so we can offer you an informed opinion on any hilt. They are just opinions, and opinions can differ between people as well as changing overnight (I didn't care for the Prophecy, then I won one last summer and as soon as I held it I understood their appeal!), but we can hopefully help you as you make your decision.

[gebhac]

As I have not yet been able to order my own Ultrasaber, my opinion may not have much weight to you.  The grab bag option is a good choice especially if cost is a factor.  But if you are able to afford a little extra money into one, I recommend getting an Initiate V3 LE or the Aeon V3 LE with the Li-Ion setup (worth the extra cost in my opinion) in whatever color you want (check the Gallery section, there are separate threads for each color available).

[Darth Continent]

Wow, this really takes me back. I remember my first time…

I saw her with some of her friends from across the room. No, honestly. It was at Phoenix Comicon and you can’t miss Ultra Sabers booth. I was lucky that my introduction to this was in person but I still know how you feel. It was a big decision at that time because this was going to be my one and ONLY saber that I would ever get. I even said that to the person who was taking my order and selling me the saber. (Side note: It was Emory “Deep” but I didn’t know who he was at the time.) I ended up getting a Crimson Scorpion. This was way back in June.

The big thing to take from this story is that as soon as I get my shipment from US this week my saber count will be up to seven. Your collection may not grow as fast as mine did but don’t fool yourself like I did. You will acquire a collection. So look over the forum and see the videos and pictures that the members show. You already got the right idea by asking questions. And then you can choose the saber that will make you happy (for now). Don’t look at this as a lifelong commitment to this one saber and that you will never get another one. Eventually you’ll come back for more, we all do. Just look at this as a first step into a larger world. Enjoy!

[Choco]

For the Pricetag the grab bag option is a great way to start out to get a feel for what Ultrasabers has

For me I started out with a grab bag looking over the site and the various sabers. I was fortunate enough to pick up one I was eyeing in the color I wanted it in which was a Dark standard issue with vertical grooves in Blazing red. It may never have been your intention Deep but it's turned into a great way to start the collection for those not sure which hilt to start with or to add on to their existing collection.

I too wasn't sure to go fully invest into the saber without first tipping my toe into the hobby with a less expensive purchase and a grab bag fits that criteria perfectly.

[Stephen]

I do not understand why the Grab Bag has become the "starter" saber.  That was never it's intention when I listed it.  I can't imagine dropping money on my very first custom saber and making it something completely random with random features and a random color.  Seems like the recipe for disappointment.

Because we believe we will be the rare exception that receives a Graflex CE with Obsidian and Emerald with a small scratch on the hilt.  "Never tell me the odds."

[dasweallycool]

Hey Ryan!

Congratz on finding US! They really are amazing and the peeps on the forums are so helpful!

Personally, I know I wanted a hilt I could cosmetically customise, and the best ones I could see for that were the Aeon or Standard Issue.. I then thought about the blade, and I wasn't really sure what I'd like.. and also liked the idea of changing from time to time.. so I went for the colour disc set (mid grade, as per the forums works best with these, so I went with that..)

Because of living in the UK and the cost of shipping I then needed to think about all the accessories I might like now and in the future, and went with the blade plug, so my current discs wouldn't fall out and also i SHOULD have gone with a hex key.. i thought I had one but didn't!

As per the previous posts, just think about what you want to DO with your saber.. and obviously how much you have to spend! I'm a cheapo so waited for a deal of the day! But if you're going more expensive, it's best to wait for the %'s off PLUS codes for raffles and free grab-bags.

All the best and let us know how you got on!

Adz.

[Qui-Lar]

Ryan, Julmax said it perfectly. Answer
those questions, take your time, watch
reviews and go with your gut and get
the one that grabs you with all the
options you can afford. The others
will be there later. Use the "force"
Patience young padawan

[Darth Chong]

I recently got a grab bag (dark prophecy in CG) and I love it. However, I do really want a sound equipped saber now. If you can afford one with sound right away, I'd say go for it. But I also think a grab bag is a fun way to go if you're on a budget, or if sound doesn't matter and you can't decide what hilt you like.

[JEStucker]

Honestly, I fell in love with the simpler design of some of the more basic hilts.  I my Jedi heart and soul I knew that no true Jedi would go for flashy fancy hilts, as they would be more inclined to the simple, functional tools of their trade.  I (and my wife, thank you honey!!!) figured out a lightsaber budget and I was able to load out an Aeon v3 in Guardian Blue with sound, FoC, and an illuminated AV switch.  I skipped a couple of options I had been considering in favor of using the money I saved (came in under budget) and purchased a grab bag as well (after all, needed someone to duel with) I got a Dom v2 in Creamcicle Orange (fire orange) and I love the simplicity of it as well... feels nice and Sithy too.

Of course, now I've made my Aeon more mine even with some leather accents, a few o-rings, and a shroud that I designed and a friend made on his 3D Printer.  I still want a new pommel, and evidently I need a new blade wrench (grand daughter seems to have lost mine... again) so it looks like I'll at least be making a parts order soon, probably get more batteries and another charger too...