Ben Solo Comic Book Lightsaber

This is my fully CAD-designed, real-world interpretation of Ben Solo’s lightsaber as seen in the official Marvel Star Wars comic series. The comics only ever show this saber from a few angles, and never with a consistent design—so this model is a carefully engineered blend of on-panel details, practical prop construction, and my own aesthetic logic to bring it into the real world.

The most distinctive feature—the 16-petal flared emitter crown—has been faithfully recreated from the comics and optimized for 3D printing. The body features a ribbed mid-section for grip, a brass-style main shell, a recessed activation switch, and a matching domed pommel with radial vent ridges. If you’re a Star Wars prop collector, fan-film maker, or just like weirdly ornate lightsaber emitters (you monster), this is a fun print.

Model Features

• Accurate 22-petal emitter, shaped and spaced to match the comic art

• Segmented hilt design with clean transitions between brass, dark metal, and ribbed grip zones

• Optional in-universe activation stud with simple geometry for resin or FDM

• Replica proportions based on typical lightsaber hero props (approx. 280–300 mm length)

• Hollow interior option available for electronics modders (if you want one, I can upload it)

Printing Instructions

Recommended Print Method

• Resin (SLA/MSLA) strongly recommended for the emitter crown

• FDM or Resin both work for the body and pommel

Part Breakdown

The model can be printed as:

• a single solid piece for display

• or split into emitter / body / pommel for easier painting and assembly

If printing separately:

• Emitter fits flush over a stepped collar

• Pommel press-fits or can be glued

• Grip can be sanded smooth or left with print texture for realism

Supports

• Emitter: requires supports from below the petals; tree supports work well

• Body: prints cleanly upright with minimal support

• Pommel: prints well upside-down with top supports only

Suggested Settings

FDM (PLA / PETG):

• 0.12–0.2 mm layer height

• 20–30% infill

• Slow down around emitter (25–35 mm/s)

Resin:

• 0.03–0.05 mm layer height

• Standard supports, medium density

• Wash gently around petal tips to avoid snapping

Finishing + Painting

For the best “screen prop” look:

• Emitter & pommel:

  • Base coat black

  • Dry brush gold/brass

  • Add dark wash in recesses

• Grip section:

  • Satin or matte black

  • Optionally drill/slot for an LED if desired

• Main body:

  • Gold layer → brown wash → subtle scratching for wear

• Seal with matte clear coat

Notes

This saber represents Ben Solo before the fall, sometime between Luke’s training and the bleeding of his kyber crystal. It is intended as a “hero” (non-crossguard) version seen only in comic material, not in live-action.

Feel free to remix, upscale, hollow out, or add electronics—just credit if you share variants!