Inside The Icon No. 1: Graflex Flashgun

Did you know that inside the iconic Graflex from the original trilogy can sit the most incredible engineering?

The Graflex flashgun uses a camera flash from the 1940s. So internals must first be designed to fit perfectly into the hilt.

Every part of the internal chassis serves a function to imagine what a lightsaber would have needed. From the Kyber crystal to the spinning core, it all comes together beautifully.

The interior and exterior must work together perfectly mechanically so that power and auxiliary can be controlled.

This piece is unique because the internals are blackened and weathered to contrast with the polished exterior - replicating how the heat and energy of the lightsaber would have worn the chassis out.

Every detail brings to life the incredible design and engineering required. Craftsmanship at every stage to bring this piece together requires the most skilful of hands befitting the iconic masterpiece.

What was first imagined needs to be designed, crafted and finally assembled. A process that takes months to do from creation to completion.

Multiple materials are used that best bring to life the engineering from steel, aluminium and brass to ensure the right balance between longevity and beauty.

All credits to the artists. Check out our last reel to see the full video of this piece in action!