Review – Bioworld ring set

Recently I picked up a few items from Spencers, including a Star Wars ring set made by Bioworld. The set includes three metal adjustable rings featuring Darth Vader, Boba Fett and Stormtrooper. The bands are wider than I expected, measuring approximately 20mm across (compared to vintage ring diameters of approximately…

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Review – Bioworld Stormtrooper earrings

I actually picked these up some time ago, but I’m keen to review older purchases as well, for my own records. Made by Bioworld, the earrings measure approximately 2cm high, with metal ‘butterfly’ backings. The white parts are recessed and enamelled, giving a glossy look like a stormtrooper helmet. They are very…

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Review – Metallic droid wristlet wallet

I love finding new Star Wars accessories by accident. While shopping for Rock Rebel Star Wars wallets on ebay, I came across this fantastic metallic wristlet wallet by Bioworld. Made from metallic faux leather, it features embossed images of C-3PO on the gold side, and R2-D2 on the silver side.…

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Chewbacca messenger bags

I like the Chewbacca messenger bag available from Thinkgeek, a perfect example of taking an on-screen item and making a real world version for wearing. Bioworld has also made a slightly different version – described as ‘mini’ but I’m unable to confirm it’s exact measurements (ebay descriptions range). Both are faux leather…

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New Star Wars bags at Thinkgeek

Thinkgeek has just released two new Star Wars handbags! One features an R2-D2 theme, the other has a Boba Fett theme. Priced at US$49.99 each, they measure approx 9″ tall, 12 1/2″ long and 7″ deep. I love the styling on these, a great addition to any Star Wars fan’s…

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