This lightsaber is an interesting example of the development process in the making of a movie prop.  Concepts for each lightsaber prop are created by the design group and then submitted to George Lucas for approval.  In this case, Ewan McGregor, the actor who played Obi-Wan Kenobi, chose the lightsaber design for his character in Episode I from a number of various designs that were presented to him.

Due to the success of the original Obi-Wan Episode II LE lightsaber, MR realized that fans would want to ass the Obi-Wan Episode I lightsaber to their collection, especially an Elite Edition.  Until now, MR was unable to locate sufficient reference materials for the Episode I Hero lightsaber.  After extensive research, and a bit of detective work, the MR engineers and designers were able to reconstruct all of the details to recreate this classic weapon.

The Episode I Elite Edition replica is uniquely different from the earlier Episode II version.  Premium details include:

     - Polished, high-grade stainless steel construction
     - Genuine crystal used in the LEDs and "purple hemisphere"
     - Brass detail parts plated in genuine 18k gold
     - Accurate "female knurling" on the red control knob
     - Different dimensions and detailing then the Episode II version

Incorporating all of these details in this Elite Edition, Master Replicas has created a faithful reproduction of the Obi-Wan lightsaber from Episode I.  We are very proud of this Elite Edition replica and we hope that it is a prized addition to your Star Wars Collection.