Adam Savage's Deep Dive Into Star Trek Prop Replicas!

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Learn more about Factory Entertainment's Star Trek props: factoryent.com/collections/star-trek

[@briansak9171]

No words to describe the golden status of this channel. Love every second

[@captwrecked]

Possible lead for the disruptor.... Let him know to try looking into Hammerli target pistols. They are from the 70s-80s era and most share similarly unique grip designs. Hope that helps!!!

[@barryeldridge4771]

@@captwreckedthank you!

[@KeenerDudeProductions]

❤

[@tinjoesstation]

@@captwreckedjust checked these out, i think you’re spot on.

[@young3nsinglej]

I'm not even a Star Trek fan but seeing this guy talk with such joy and passion while Adam reacts with equal emotion had me smiling all the way through. Awesome to see 🙌

[@crazykevin84]

I Know Right!! SAME!😂

[@RandallChase1]

Same boat here.

[@endersftd]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1602">26:42</a> "When we can, we will." This actually got me a little misty-eyed. No way I could afford anything here, but I can absolutely appreciate them, and the attention to detail, from afar. Absolutely love everything about this. Thank you for having Mr. Eldridge on to show these off.

[@griffinwolf5704]

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[@bradmullaerialphotography]

Agreed

[@DoctorX17]

I hope they sell every one! I hope we see more runs, building of scale with the same care and quality shown here… if I had thousands to spend I definitely would, but hopefully one day I’ll have the money and they’ll still be making them…

[@randomrazr]

only 1000 bucks XD

[@ianheinz591]

Too bad the bank doesn't accept 'I really appreciate its' anymore.

[@TheSkandihoovian]

I really enjoy it when Adam and his guest click together so well that their conversation about a shared passion is as satisfying to watch as is learning about the subject of the video.

[@Dargonhuman]

Like the recent interview he did with the Okudas! I didn't understand most of tye "shop talk" but they were so passionate about it that I didn't care.

[@sr-7124]

I still have my dad’s tricorder! One of his favourite stories was about when a student came into his shop to ask about what type of metal a part was. So Dad- already recognizing the metal- pulls out his tricorder and hits a few buttons, beep boop whirlwhirl and goes “ah, that is a type 316 stainless steel!” The student then wore a huge grin and turned to leave. Apparently he had never seen a tricorder before because he thought it was all real 😭 my dad had to chase him down and explain it was just a toy so he didn’t eagerly tell the superiors about a magic metal analyzer he had. I don’t think they had portable XRF metal analyzers in the 1980s, so that must’ve been wild Love you lots, Dad

[@Lachie66]

Your dad might have contaminated the timeline.

[@hraefn1821]

Your dad is a pure soul and I wish to express thanks for his existence XD

[@DoctorX17]

The idea of a replica becoming the production-used version for the SNW phaser is SO wild. I can’t imagine how excited y’all are at the prospect! God are these all so beautiful… I wish I could buy them all!

[@crimsonvampyre602]

Star Trek Enterprise used Diamond Select Phaser replica toys on screen at one point back in the day

[@pinsentweebly]

I'd love to see Adam build something Trek... the Captain's chair is a long time ago now!

[@NinjaChris77]

Its been a long time, getten from there to here, .... indeed! Idk what i would like to see specificly, but im sure theres gotta be SOMETHING Trek Adam always wanted to have/make/build!

[@Bearded_Nerd94]

@@NinjaChris77 We just have to have faith, faith of the heart if you will, that Adam will get the itch to build something from a trek series again soon. I've got... I've got faith.

[@westerndragon207]

Ds9 dollhouse style

[@Three_Random_Words]

There was a Next Gen episode where two Klingons were beamed aboard supposedly without weapons, but once in private they both took parts from a belt-buckle, a tip from a boot, etc and put together a couple of assassin weapons. I’d like to see the separate parts for that machined. Even on camera the prop looked extra cheesy, but this guy could improve on that I’m sure.

[@bondfool]

You know what would be cool? A build of a Lower Decks prop made to look like a cartoon object brought into the real world. That, or a photorealistic Moopsy.

[@MuckyPup115]

<a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="83">1:23</a> The sounds are amazing and the look is incredible. I love that it’s not the static graph screen on every tricorder seen on TV. This is magnificent.

[@alexstewart839]

I was so excited when I noticed this video is 40 minutes long rather than 12 or 18. I love seeing artists and craftspeople get space to fully dork out! Much respect to all of the hard work by Barry and his collaborators.

[@ruhrpottglobal]

So you're saying space is... The Final Frontier?

[@many_lives4925]

Watching Adam nerd out is just the best. Gotta love seeing people have a real genuine passion for something.

[@Atreyuwu]

The enthusiasm Adam brings to seemingly every table he sits at is hella-inspirational. I love watching people get excited about things, and Barry here is no exception. Very entertaining!

[@JohnH5528]

OMGosh! I was just talking about Barry to my niece yesterday - we were at Collectormania at Milton Keynes (UK), where I first met Barry in his 'Entertainer' days - then ended up working with him on the first Celebration Europe (which he organised to perfection). Soooo good to see him geeking out, and I know that he is sincerely interested in every little detail that will make him and other fans smile. Tell him that Lord Harris says 'Hi!'.

[@TheSonofruss]

It is really fun seeing Adam geeking out over things

[@Metonymy1979]

I love it when people nerd out

[@ConeJellos]

Enthusiasm is infectious. :D

[@jonathaningram8157]

I know nothing about Star Trek, but it's always nice to see people enjoying their passion.

[@bewareofattackchef]

Good friend of mine recently passed, was a huge trek fan making his own props from foam and such. He would have loved this vid. Thank you for sharing.

[@GaryR55]

According to Gene Roddenberry, in his book, "The Making of Star Trek," he received a letter from the U.S. Navy asking for drawings to Dr. McCoy's diagnostic tool. Roddenberry wrote back to tell them it was made from a salt shaker.

[@q1337]

Adam savage + Trek = instant click

[@Bearded_Nerd94]

I saw an ad for this product in my instagram feed for pre-order, so naturally I clicked the link to see how much it is. Its $799USD. I'll never spend that much on something like this, but of course then hours later this video pops up and now I want one lol😂😭

[@RandallChase1]

The passion of sharing something that you have spent so much time trying to make and seeing someone have the same excitement about seeing your creation is infectious! Thank you for sharing this!

[@TheShatteredskys]

I've only seen like 3 episodes of star trek, but the attention to detail is something any maker can appreciate on a level not easily described

[@Ka-to6qx]

As a die hard fan of Dr. Crusher, that medical tricorder is EVERYTHING!!! Love it!

[@kadirbeneathmomoteh854]

The attention to detail these guys put into these objects is incredible, so much respect to them.

[@donbeary6394]

These .. are the people that deserve all the accolades , deserve all the success , dissevering of the praise, and everything that we all can give them ♥

[@SuperThodin]

Love Star Trek, and this wholesome conversation and show and tell is so Star Trek in its spirit. I know Adam loves the dirty, lived in aesthetic of Star Wars and Alien and the like, but to me, Adam's personality and perspective on life is quintessentially Star Trek. Thanks Barry and Adam

[@Cdre-Barbossa]

I wish I had the money for so many of these beautiful items. But knowing people are making our childhood a little bit more real just makes me beyond happy. Amazing!

[@raideurng2508]

Oh my, that tricorder is amazing.

[@marks47]

Soooo close. <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="1085">18:05</a> Ensigns of Command was when Data had to open his phaser to modify it to work despite the hyperonic radiation. The Hunted was the episode where the phaser was in overload and had to be disarmed.

[@anandmorris]

Thank you!

[@RightOnJonCrane]

This guest is awesome! 🙌 He exudes pure joy talking about what he and his team have accomplished! Love it! 🙌🙌🙌⚡️⚡️⚡️

[@themonarch8251]

I love the mutual, unbridled and shared enthusiasm of Adam and Barry... And the discussion of the many decisions to be made when replicating props. Also wonderful to get some information related from the original makers, which is rare.

[@ZoranAUS]

I lost all bodily control and now have a "Thank you for your order" email in my inbox. Welcome back to "This is why I'm broke"... what beautiful craftsmanship

[@kevinhorrell4144]

Got a new subscriber. I'm not even a nerd but watching these geeks nerd out made me nerd out. You have to appreciate the craftsmanship and precision in those pieces.

[@kenten]

I loved all of the behind-the-scenes explanation about the decision-making, conflicting versions, etc. Fascinating!

[@David-playslotsofgames]

Another prop video, another W. Well done adam. Don't hold it against Barry for nerding out over your workshop, i feel like that is the natural emotion any fan of yours would feel!

[@Noeland]

A very thoughtful replica company. Nice.

[@MrAshleyR]

I... I want all of it. There's a space on the wall picked out for when they drop the plaque. Gorgeous, gorgeous work.

[@Aviertje]

I love the Trek universe, and I love their dedication to detail. This is the sort of stuff the kid in me wanted; toys were often just trash enough to just take me out of it because they included horrible sound effects that were random beyond words. The 'realism' is what makes these shine. Great job Factory Entertainment!

[@MrArcadia2009]

Finally, something I can geek over! Been a huge fan of Star Trek since TOS. I especially geeked out over the Tricorder from TNG. Loved that series so much! THAT, was good television. And the TNG phaser rifle was particularly impressive.

[@lindacurtis-smith9835]

So-very-cool! My son grew up on TNG followed by the spin-offs; therefore, I grew up with him on TNG. Always loved that show and always hoped society would develop. I'm still hoping, but I can always watch re-runs to soothe my inner Trekkie. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@TheErsatzCrab]

It have me such joy seeing Adam's trigger discipline even when handling prop phasers. Ever the professional.

[@gotenbfp]

Seeing someone love their craft and put all that love and effort into it is awesome to see.

[@no-target3152]

Years ago I was working at Pinewood Studios and the stage next door were setting up for a James Bond exibition. I had a stroll round as a sneak preview and saw a case with the Golden Gun and it was exactly as they described. Badly painted and shoddy made. The magic of the film industry.

[@bionicgeekgrrl]

Smoke and mirrors effectively. It just needs to look right on camera, which is why things are getting noticed when they remaster stuff for 4k as they never thought some items would ever be visible, so some interesting callbacks and jokes get found many years later.

[@no-target3152]

@@bionicgeekgrrl I went to the crew showing of Aliens and when the scene of Ripley finds Newt's hideout my friend who was a model maker on it said "Look at the TV back on the wall sprayed silver" and there it was... I asked him not to point these things out as I was enjoying the film. Search "ALIENS (1986) Ripley and Newt Scene Movie Clip - 4K UHD HDR Custom New Version" to see it. :)

[@Jesses001]

Wow. That is some attention to detail. I love the function of all those little screens and buttons. It makes these things feel like a real piece of equipment.

[@princephrog]

These have to be some of the best prop reproductions i have ever seen.

[@penguin44ca]

I always love when the Okudas give an thumbs up and are impressed. Then you know you're the king.

[@matepalicz5767]

Barry's crazy matches all of our dreams and he made everything come true! Thank you so so much for being who you are and creating such wonderful "toys"! :)

[@noenken]

That visor looks incredible! Yes, the weapons and tricorders are great as well but that visor is such a specific design, such a unique object that is immediately recognisable. Amazing!

[@jasonhoagland8444]

That Star Trek 5/6 phaser is my favorite! What an awesome replica!

[@soundguydon]

Woooooow !!!!! That was INCREDIBLE!!! What an artist! I love *everything,* but for me personally, I'd love the TNG Tricorder. I was blown away by that! Thank you so much for sharing this incredible video and the incredible work on these better-than-the-original replicas !

[@lucassimon4348]

The fact that they take into account when they are selling items makes me super happy and wish that would roll into all life and businesses

[@BriGuy77711]

Just incredible. The medical tricorder was my favorite, with the working screen oh my gosh! Would buy instantly if I had that kind of disposable money. 😄

[@Regulith]

these prop replicas are all EXTREMELY beautiful, but one of my favorite parts of these types of videos is hearing about all the creative bits and pieces the original prop makers used in their designs

[@maricelazavala9381]

Man. Thank you for reminding me why I love Star Trek.

[@brentbarr498]

I LITERALLY felt like a 21 year old kid again watching this! THANK YOU ADAM for bringing this in and sharing with us this most AMAZING setup! WOW!!!

[@TexasNorthDFW]

The amount of detail on the visor is amazing! Each of these pieces is incredible!

[@DelcoRanz93]

I love the Cobra Phaser, There were two versions of that design. The version shown here was made early on in the show, but by TNG's season 6 through to DS9's third season and Voyager's first season, it didn't have the markings on it and the power level meter was removed, which I believe was due to battery power considerations as this was before the prop redesign. As for Geordi's VISOR, We did see the inside, though not in detail, in "Starship mine" when Dr. Crusher was modifying it to emit a hypersonic pulse. And we only saw mesh used behind the brass pins at least ONCE in the second season which is when the all-metal version of the prop was produced. The first season was literally a heavily modified banana clip which you can tell because of the pins alternating between the upper and lower frame.

[@Jastor00]

I agree. The Cobra Phaser is a decent representation of the earlier version with the softer lines and power meter. Depending on the price, it might be worth snapping up!

[@julia.h3673]

I've never been able to get over the banana clip aspect of Geordi's visor, and always imagined the silly conversations in the prop department must have gone something like guys saying, no one will ever notice, and then a woman walks by and says hey, nice banana clip hahaha!, but then the guys held firm, yeah, no one will notice. (that imagined convo is all said with love, but the visor is a banana clip and always will be in my eyes).

[@awandererfromys1680]

@@julia.h3673 It never really occured to me but now I can't unsee it either LOL The alternating pins always looked good to me, it's a little detail that sells it imho. "Someone designed this," but apparently not :D

[@PatrickGilland]

I've always adored the First Contact phaser rifle. It was my go-to weapon for the Elite Force games.

[@DualStupidity]

This is the attention to detail that Star Trek deserves.

[@Fuzzycat16]

That tricorder is pure genius! Hats off to you sir.

[@rafaelsays175]

These are breathtakingly beautiful

[@tehboj]

So very cool. Hope these folks continue to make amazing replicas.

[@dubsessed9790]

You really couldn't ask for a better endorsement than Adams excitement for every item.

[@lauramaeda7214]

Loved this episode. It really describes how I feel about the fandoms i follow. I love how giddy you both are about making.

[@goatgoatgoat1234]

Good to see Barry still out there doing the good work. REALLY interested in that SNW phaser.

[@BM-yy8db]

These are absolutely gorgeous! I know I couldn't afford one, but I hope to see them do a Cardassian phase-disruptor pistol, it's such a neat little prop and these guys could knock it out of the park

[@MattMorris481]

As a firearms owner and enthusiast the phaser with the slide release was a very nice touch! Update: I lost all my firearms in a fire.

[@DaveDexterMusic]

can Barry just live permanently in the cave? he's a goddamn _delight_

[@cameraman2505]

This is too much for a single video. I love it.

[@JolynBowler]

What a wonderful visit and Show-n-Tell. Thank you. Love these prop replicas. 💙🌻💙

[@MD_Builds]

I know the story why tricorders make the click sound... And its because the season 1 prop did have a mechanical arm mechanism that made the click sound. But the sound engineers for the show hated it so it was removed. But they took samples of the click and then added it into post then on.

[@randomrazr]

i feel like the props on TNG had more lights?

[@MD_Builds]

@randomrazr The number of lights is roughly correct, it is short of 2 LEDs inside the hand scanner dock. That had the same 8 led array as the science tricorders. This has 6. It's more the body is just off in multiple places.

[@randomrazr]

@@MD_Builds i think my favorite tricorder is the future one from voyager when seven was let to use itt o find braxton

[@carpathiavh99]

Great video and awesome products! I love the B-roll footage, but sometimes it's too much and I wish they'd keep the shot on Adam playing with the items. I'd be really interested to see more of what he is describing as he's handling the prop.

[@DonnieTNJ]

The animated screens for tricorders that some fans have made here on youtube are just incredible, they should be used on any future star trek series instead of a static image.

[@ElSelcho77]

Amazing Replicas! just clicked into their shop and was surprised, that they are rather reasonably priced. That Tricorder for 730€ is ever so tempting ....

[@ZekkSkywalk]

The way my jaw dropped at the raised/recessed reveal on the visor.

[@AJFisherDesign]

Great conversation and fun topics for Star Trek fans. As a kid in the 80’s I was building phasers from balsa wood. It’s wild to see an industry now providing such detailed and impressive prop replicas. Thanks for the share.

[@johncarter6238]

It doesn't get any better than this. These props are the Real Deal

[@thomosburn8740]

Wish you guys had discussed when the SNW phaser will be available. I *really* want one!

[@Chicken-x6q6d]

That tricorder is amazing, I want one!

[@JohnB1163]

Adam, I hope you get some of those for your collection. I know I would love to have some of them myself

[@BFKAnthony817]

Holy shit I wish I still had my toy one from the 90's that shit was so cool looking. It made all kinds of cool sound effects. This is really next level!

[@falxonPSN]

The tricorder and those two phasers are some of the coolest things I've ever seen. Looking at the pricing, it is definitely expensive but not quite as unobtainable as some of the other things I've seen

[@FromKantoWithLove]

I worked for Quantum Mechanix who made the official retail replica badges and did so many master replica ships, and they were all absolutely glorious. I miss that company so much

[@mzaite]

I miss never getting my actual METAL Malcom Reynolds Pistol They promised from day one and never accomplished.

[@Bearded_Nerd94]

At <a href="#" class="seekto" data-time="538">8:58</a> he starts going into the difference between a prop replica and an electronic accessory and why certain products can/can't do certain things, and it makes total sense. The Wand Company has the replica Pokeballs which retail for around $99+ depending on the type of ball you get, but it doesn't even make sounds or open! But, after hearing this explanation it makes total sense lol

[@Tuskin38]

If SNW production starts using these as props, it won’t be the first trek series to do that. Some ships in previous series were off the shelf model kits. Enterprise used toy TOS phasers in season 4, and even toy versions of their own phase pistols

[@zirconic9]

The phasers built for Strange New Worlds cost $6,250 (US) apiece. So if you have to give an extra a phaser and have them stand in the background, you give them the toy phaser.

[@DogsRNice]

Haven't they used toys for background ships too?

[@Tuskin38]

@@DogsRNice I can't think of any toys used as a background ships, but they have used commercial model kits as far back as TOS.

[@rehustler]

I love these so much! Keep up the great work, guys!

[@seth8629]

Geordi's visor looks good on you man

[@margeryk000]

"The juice isn't worth the squeeze". I love that!

[@PsychoStreak]

Love Adam's reaction to these replicas. It's the same as mine, but he has the experience of building props like that, so he gets the added joy of seeing the results of "what if we had to time to make this look real?" I'll probably never own one of these, but if I had the means I would totally get them.

[@tw5683]

Adam with that phaser trigger discipline!

[@lainquisitionespanola4843]

In the clip about 15 seconds in is Adam in a disguise lmfao, I almost missed that too. Considering it's just a beard, hat and glasses it works surprisingly well.

[@EricBorgen]

Is that maybe Forrest Gump Runner cosplay?

[@aubreyvictoria320]

See Adam looks so much like my dad… I would’ve been able to spot him a mile away lol

[@olsonspeed]

Incredible replicas, the fidelity to the originals is next level.

[@millenniumf1138]

Oh man, Gates McFadden would love how functional the tricorder is!

[@spacetoast2491]

I love this guy, he’s a true fan!

[@dogenjinn4806]

What 🌟fanastic🌟 reproductions! I found myself laughing and doing the happy-clap 😀 Congratulations on just fantastic work! Thank you!

[@WelcomeToMarkintosh]

Wow! Awesome replicas!

[@minnesotajones261]

I have a lot of their Universal Monster items - top notch quality and just plain cool!

[@trecruel3516]

This is the best!! That feeling of freedom you must get. 🎉

[@whiteranger8396]

The fact that Adam is genuinely a massive fan boy geek just makes me so happy to see.. I'd love to sit with him for a coffee and a chat

[@jvoric]

Barry is wearing Brent Spiner’s hair from Independence Day!! 😂🤣😂

[@Yaivenov]

He doesn't get out much. 😅

[@barryeldridge4771]

Ohh I love this comment so much, really made me smile. 😂

[@barryeldridge4771]

@@Yaivenovtrue, very true 😂

[@masere]

The last few days playing with those replicas have been really exciting.

[@jvoric]

@@barryeldridge4771 Brent one of my favourite actors & movies ! And those props are just awesome but outta my financial reach sadly 😢 (Btw, I hope you didn’t think I was being insulting with my OG comment) ❤

[@Bleats_Sinodai]

Adam's trigger discipline while handling the phaser is great to see. Also I wonder if putting a couple of adhesive foam feet on each of the visor's temples might be able to pressure fit it in place onto thep person's head...

[@MatthewFlatt-ze3ft]

I noticed that too

[@shubinternet]

I would do small neodymium magnets. Glue those to the temples in the correct place, and thin steel plates on the visor.

[@Tactical_Hotdog]

These are all so cool! I had the old toy Medical Tricorder, always loved that prop.