Star Trek Classic Role Play Phaser Toy - Authentic Replica for Kids & Collectors - Perfect for Cosplay, Halloween Costumes & Sci-Fi Themed Parties

Having grown up watching STAR TREK-TOS(both the show`s original prime-time airing and YEARS of syndicated reruns)--I`m rather an oddity in the ST Fan[atic]iverse.Old school and pretty much LOVE all manifiestations of this historic and groundbreaking sci-fi series,BUT not technically a regulation "Trekkie"(nothing against hard core fans,folks!).Since I couldn`t,wouldn`t(and shouldn`t)justify shelling out $100+ for a high(er) end TOS prop replica phaser pistol *sigh*,I took a chance on one of the many plastic "toy" replicas.My NIB ca.2003 ART ASYLUM/DIAMOND TOYS 2-IN-1 PHASER Type 1/Type 2(Item #:85870,red box)cost me $28.20 + normal shipping cost.I was a little worried about buying something I remembered looking at in Wal-Mart`s toy aisles so...Imagine my delight and childlike thrill then...as I held a (dang near!)real ST Phaser in my hand!!The overall look and dimensions of this "toy" are dead on to those boutique collector replicas!Even though this/these series were designed as children`s toys,were mass produced,and were constructed of plastics--this lil "wannabe" Master Replica is WELL,WELL worth the current online prices!(NOTE:Since I purchased my AA 2-IN-1 approx. 6 weeks ago,prices have gone UP!)If you pick up a NIB piece,the 3 batteries will be weak,so you`ll most likely want to install fresh ones if you feel that childhood urge to "play".HINT:The size batteries are hiding in the HEARING AID/DIGITAL THERMOMETER section of your nearest Wal- or K-Mart(NOT in the watch/jewelry dept.)I totally recommend this little plastic replica based on looks alone,BUT...it comes with several classic TOS phaser sound FX that are virtually identical to the series!!I feel that setting two (2)on the # wheel is most realistic/generic(imho).As other reviewers have already explained the workings,outlined the how-to`s,and added the best sequence to go from NIB to FIH(Fun In Hand),I`ll spare you.The black Type 1 "mini-phaser" contains the batteries,micro-chip w/sounds,and the 2 movable thumbwheels--in other words Type 1 is the "go" in this AA replica(even though you can detatch 1 from 2 base at will).Hope this humble review helps someone!DBF