How To Make the Bespin Comlink Prop - Star Wars The Empire Strikes Back
by VanOaksProps
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What this video covers
VanOaksProps digs into the obscure origins of Lando Calrissian's Bespin comlink from The Empire Strikes Back, tracing it to a real 1945 vintage electrical switch before recreating it as a highly screen-accurate SLA resin 3D print. The build draws on reference imagery and Replica Prop Forum research to nail the prop's distinctive shape and fine surface details. The tutorial walks through the full workflow: print cleanup, sandable primer, screen-matched paint colors, metallic finishes, vinyl detail work, and final assembly.
Key takeaways
- ◆The original filming prop was based on a 1945 General Control Company electrical switch, a discovery sourced from community prop research
- ◆An SLA resin 3D model (available for purchase from the creator) is used to replicate the prop's unique geometry and fine detail
- ◆Specific spray paints — a beige and a silver mica — are called out for achieving a screen-accurate finish
- ◆Vinyl cutting and transfer tape are used to add precise colored detail elements
- ◆The build combines research, digital modeling, and physical finishing techniques suitable for intermediate prop makers
Who this is for
Star Wars fans, cosplayers, and prop builders who want to create a screen-accurate replica of Lando's Bespin comlink using 3D printing and accessible finishing materials.
Tools mentioned
- • X-Acto knife
- • carpet tape
Materials mentioned
- • resin 3D printed parts
- • CA glue
- • wire mesh
- • Oracal 651 red vinyl
- • Oracal transfer tape
- • U-Pol Expert Sandable Primer
- • Montana Gold Sahara Beige spray paint
- • Duplicolor Toyota Classic Silver Mica spray paint
⚠ Safety notes
SLA resin prints require proper handling; use gloves and work in a ventilated area when sanding, priming, and spray painting.
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