This is the result of a promising situation that returned favourably. When I set forth with the motions of accelerating my enthusiasm towards Star Wars and LightSabers, the desire to realise eventual Ownership of the most recognised weaponry that existed was overwhelming. It was about November 2015 that my investigative Research began with Vendors that crafted these exquisite creations. One particular Image Search returned this very Hilt, a SaberForge Epoch. Continued research soon returned that this very model that appealed to me so much was no longer in Production and had been discontinued and subsequently replaced with Version3.0, that which has become the recognisable piece now.
About One Month ago I contacted a fellow enthusiast after seeing an advert made with the desire to sell a SaberForge Apprentice. The timing proved opportunistic as he was wanting to have proceeds fund towards another Hilt he had set his eyes upon. Whilst the advertised piece wasn't what I was looking for I did politely ask if he had something else and low and behold he eluded to Epoch. All I can say now, much after the transaction has concluded, is that even though it's a Pre-Owned Hilt, my appreciation and adoration towards it is no different than if it were a brand new One.
With the desire to remain anonymous, to you Good Sir I Thank You for on-selling this remarkable Hilt and know that I am one very happy Owner of IMO a remarkably crafted and designed Hilt.
Some Specs and Measurements:
Champion Tier 12Watt Mint Green| Standarad Finish| Sabercore2.0 Viridian| 1" Blade Holder (forfeited Blade Inclusion)| Silver Covertech Wheel| Silver knurled Kill Key/In-Hilt Recharge Port| Silver AV Switch Lit Green| Elite Blade Plug| Blaster Bolt Deflection
Blade Holder Depth (LED Module - Emitter): 4.50"
Blade Holder Depth (LED Module - Emitter Shroud Low Point): 4.75"
Blade Holder Depth (LED Module - Emitter Shroud High Point):6.00"
Hilt Length: 13.00"
Hilt Width: 1.50"
There are many features why this design appeals to me more than the current Version3.0 in Production. There is generous but subtle mix and usage of brushed Silver Aluminium versus the recessed Black anodise.
If you recall from my Other Reviews I am a sucker for Shine-Throughs or Emitters that have Windows to enable such. There are 3 generous sized consecutive horizontally placed Windows. The two-sectional angled-cut Shrouds over the Body rear-grip and Emitter give it sufficient influences of intricate detail and rhythm.
Even though this is a Pre-Owned and just a little over One Year Old in possession with its former Owner there are some light blemishes and scratches however not unexpected and still very acceptable. The battery still is able to Charge and hold charge, the Soundboard resonating through the vented Pommel is loud and crisp (I am still debating this but I think it's louder on low setting compared to a newer Custom [one of] that I have) and the illuminated Mint Green in all its brilliance is outstanding and is close to equal of my favoured colours of Amber & Red.
There is so much to love. Very Happy. Very satisfied.
**Some more pictures to follow.