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Fake Light Sabers Making Real Cash

Posted by michael on from the enlarge-your-schwartz-now dept.

jdedman4 writes "The fanfare over Episode II brings with it absurdist prequel theories as well as this article from the Houston Chronicle detailing one fan-enterpreneur's success. In eight years, Forney, Texas resident Jeff Parks has made himself a millionaire by making customized light sabers for collectors. "My goal is to be the best light saber designer in the world," quips Parks."

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  1. Not a millionaire by bmarklein · · Score: 0, Redundant

    The article says he has "grossed more than $1 million" over 8 years. This does not mean he has over a million dollars in assets. It probably does mean he's making a pretty good living, depending on the expenses involved in making light sabers.