Katana Lightsaber V1 Flat blade – Katana Saber
The truest katana saber we make — the V1's flat blade replicates a real sword profile, edge and all. Hand-built in our UK workshop with Xenopixel electronics.
Infinite Blade Colours
You don't need to pick just one. Every saber features an infinite RGB colour spectrum built right in. Cycle through all iconic Jedi and Sith colours with the push of a button. Hover to ignite:
Pre-Installed Character Fonts
Your saber arrives fully loaded with iconic character sound fonts, including their accurate blade hums, clash effects, and dialogue.
What’s in the Box
- 1× Katana V1 hilt
- 1× flat sword-profile polycarbonate blade
- USB-C charging cable
- Assembly screws
- Hex key
- Quick-start guide
Full Lightsaber Specs
| Hilt material | 6063 aircraft-grade aluminium |
| Blade | Heavy-duty polycarbonate (2mm-3mm) |
| Blade colour | Colour-changing |
| Soundboard | Xenopixel V5, Xenopixel V6 |
| Battery | 18650 rechargeable Li-ion (USB-C) |
| Warranty | 12-month UK warranty |
RGB vs Xenopixel / Neopixel
RGB (baselit) sabers light the blade from a single LED in the hilt, offering a wide range of colours and solid effects at the best value, and the most impact-resistant build for duelling. Xenopixel and Neopixel sabers use a strip of individually-lit LEDs inside the blade for ultra-bright, uniform illumination and advanced effects. See our electronics guide and buyer’s guide.
RGB vs Xenopixel/Neopixel Lightsabers
A full side by side of every board we fit, so you can choose the right saber with confidence.
| Function | RGB | RGB V2 | Xenopixel 5 | Xenopixel 6 | Proffie V2.2 ★ Best value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sound Fonts | 16 sets | 16 sets | 36 sets | 36 sets+ | 100 sets |
| Bluetooth | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | (PC Only) |
| App control | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | ✓ |
| Pixel to RGB | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | — |
| Motion control | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Duelling level | Heavy | Heavy | Medium / light | Medium / light | Heavy |
| Smooth swing | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Flash on clash | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Volume control | High / low / mute | ||||
| No. of functions | 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 | 21 |
| Ignition LED | 12W RGB | 12W RGB | 50W Pixel | 50W Pixel | 50W Pixel |
| Infinite colour change | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Twist colour change | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom fonts | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Custom functions | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Film Blade scroll effect | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Removable blade | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Removable core | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Connects to PC | — | — | — | — | ✓ |
| Battery | 3000mAh | 3600mAh | 3200mAh | 3600mAh | 3600mAh |
| Charging time | First charge 6–8 hrs · usual 3–4 hrs | ||||
| Warranty | 12 months | ||||
Still unsure? Message the workshop, we'll help you pick.
The Story of the Katana Lightsaber V1 Flat blade – Katana Saber
The Katana V1 is the purist’s choice: instead of a round saber blade, it carries a flat, sword-profiled blade that ignites like a true glowing katana — edge, spine and all. Combined with the tsuka-styled grip, the effect on ignition is unlike any round-blade saber. Machined from 6063 aircraft-grade aluminium.
Famous Battles & Moments
Samurai Meets Saber
Every line of the hilt follows the katana: the long wrapped-style grip, the collar in place of a tsuba, the clean sweep to the emitter. It reads as a swordsman’s weapon before it even ignites.
The Flat Blade
The V1’s defining feature: a flat polycarbonate blade shaped like a sword rather than a tube. Lit, it reads as a blade of light with a genuine edge.
The Full Samurai Silhouette
Grip, collar and flat blade together recreate the complete katana profile — the closest thing to a lightsaber forged in feudal Japan.
History of the Saber
The V1 launched our katana line and remains its flagship — the flat-blade design that made the concept work. The V2 and V3 followed for collectors who wanted round-blade versatility.
Combat Style
Katana-style sabers reward two-handed cutting styles — long, committed strokes, fast draws and controlled follow-through. The extended grip gives leverage standard hilts can’t match.
Why Collectors Want It
A Replica Sabers original line — the flat blade that started the whole line. Machined from 6063 aluminium and fully duel-ready out of the box.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Learn to Use Your Lightsaber
Every saber we build is more than a display piece. With motion-sensitive smooth-swing, flash-on-clash and multiple blade styles, it's made to be ignited, duelled and enjoyed. New to your saber? Our step-by-step guides walk you through fitting the blade, charging safely and getting the most from every feature.
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