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 Disney and Lucasfilm have launched the line of made-to-order
precisely detailed items seen in "Star Wars: The Force Awakens",
created by the Propshop team that helped design and make the
props for the film at Britain's Pinewood Studios.
"We're based in Pinewood Studios where 'Star Wars' is actually
filmed and we've created for the first time a pipeline to be
able to manufacture these products and make them available to
the consumer," Propshop director James Enright told Reuters.
"They're unique because they actually come from the studio
itself...They're made by artists and film technicians who do
this every day, who are very passionate about what they do."
To ensure the items accurately match the props seen in the film,
Propshop uses digital data collected during the making of the
movie and combines it with 3D printing technology.
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Once the item is built, the final bits of paint are added and
rubbing down is done to complete the replica.
"Star Wars Collectibles: Ultimate Studio Edition" features eight
prop replicas, also including Finn's bloodied Stormtrooper helmet
and Chewbacca's bowcaster, with prices ranging from $1,250 to
$3,500.
(Reporting by Francis Maguire; Writing by Marie-Louise Gumuchian;
Editing by Mark Heinrich)
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