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.
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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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