Graflex SE in Dark Violet Amethyst w/ Bane's Heart Flash on Clash - Video Review

[NeoDuragon]

Hey guys,

Got my Graflex SE in last night & I absolutely love it.  I even brought it with me to work!...Until Security thought it looked like a pipe bomb.  

Video Review first, extra pictures below!

<a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDoIeGi2eN0" target="_blank" class="aeva_link bbc_link new_win">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDoIeGi2eN0</a>

Couple of things I forgot to mention in the video review.

I emailed Deep about getting Quick Disconnects installed on my saber, and he said it's possible, I just have to dismantle the saber before I can get to the LED.  $15 in requisition charges later, I had QDs on my Graflex!

Yes, I installed the Green Power Ranger's "Dragonzord Call" as my lockup sound on my Archon V2.  Someday, I want to build a custom lightsaber themed after the Green Power Ranger's weapon.

I'm trying to decide on my next MLS color that I can put in this saber, I was thinking either Pyrestone or Emerald Green (I like forum colors).  I figure either of those would look more cannon or at least match the AV switch a bit better.  Right now I've got Joker colors going on.  Suggestions on either color would be much appreciated.

I know I posted on the forums about a week ago asking for input between the Dark Shock & the Graflex.  In the end, I went with the Graflex and love it.  I've decided to try building my own saber using the Dark Shock's body and pommel, since I already have the emitter.  I know everyone was suggesting the Dark Shock, but in a couple of months, I'll end up having both, one that I'll have completely built myself.

Now...onto the pictures!

Dark...Violet Amethyst



Got a pretty good shot of what Bane's Heart looks like.



Even in the light, it still looks amazing.



Black Cat approves.

[Manroon]

Sweetness. BH really does look good on that hilt, I'm half tempted to get it myself. And I'm sure there's a Gary Seven joke in that cat pic. lol

[ThreadJack]

That cat pic is adorable. Point.

[swords4two]

I have to agree with Manroon Baneheart does look good on the graflex!.

[GreyJediKnight]

Seeing the Graflex really makes me wish i would have known about ultrasaber before i bought my anakin force fx. The fx is pretty cool and all but i'd give the slight bit of accuracy for a switch that doesn't turn off by accident, don't forget the improved blade design.

[Master Nero Attoru]

I absolutely love this thing!  It's just great to see an atypical setup, and DVA with a green AV switch on this baby is just that.  The Joker colors really work, and I look forward to seeing your future Green Ranger hilt

[NeoDuragon]

This is why I love this community.  Thank you all for the continued positive support.  You all continue to rebuff my concerns about the Complementary Color System I chose.  Thanks for the support!

[Kenobi 2112]

kitty!

[digitalsithlord]

I am giving you a point for the simple fact of the Dragonzord call on your saber...Dude that is EPIC!!  The Green Ranger was by far the best and most powerful ranger of them all

[NeoDuragon]

Thanks!  I'm trying to find a smith that will help me realize my dream of combining Power Rangers and Star Wars, but I haven't found one that will get back to me yet. I'm thinking about building it myself through TCSS but I'm not good on the electronics end.  I was thinking a Makashi style saber with a Green Crystal Chamber and my Dragon Coin on the bottom of the pommel. Any suggestions, feel free to PM me.

[Master Nero Attoru]

I was thinking a Makashi style saber with a Green Crystal Chamber and my Dragon Coin on the bottom of the pommel. Any suggestions, feel free to PM me.

Oh dear lord... that idea will haunt my dreams forever now... so excellent...

[ed_ification]

Well done review.  I like the comparison between Obsidian versions - that's a good thing to know.  I also like the combo of the DVA with BH - looks good on camera.

One thing I would change - add a touch more time on your video before dissolves - I found that you were dissolving on the end of your points, and I wondered what else you might have said.  Other than that, well done.

[CZ3RO]

BH turned out to be a great choice for FoC with DVA!  Nice job!!

[Jonn Al Mod]

Quick disconnect on the Graflex, hmmm. I almost emailed US to get that before I ordered mine (which I just did today. My first US, yay!). But I'm not really willing to disassemble the saber to change colors. I'll have to wait until I can buy a consular to get my color changing fix :-). Nice review. Thanks!

[Zren Tobas]

This is the most coolest Graflex I've seen so far. (Color combo wise). Dark Violet Amethyst with Bane's Heart FOC just screams epic and the green av switch ets it off even more. Its like when Luke hands down his saber to Mara Jade and she'd rather have the blade set to violet instead of blue. That's what this is reminding me of. I know you're a guy but still. Just giving me that back story.