FEBRUARY 9, 2023 – Set phasers to FUN! The Star Trek: The Next Generation season one Type-w DUSTBUSTER phaser is soon to be here!

Here is the official announcement with details, from Sideshow’s website:

Sideshow and Factory Entertainment proudly present the latest entry in this prolific line of high-end, officially licensed, limited edition prop replicas - the Star Trek: The Next Generation Type-2 'Dust Buster' Phaser!

Type-2 Phasers were issued to Starfleet personnel during the early 2360’s and are larger and more powerful than Type-1 Phasers. Unofficially referred to by production as ‘The Dust Buster,’ they were intentionally designed to be sleek, free-flowing, and less pistol-like than previous prop Starfleet weapon iterations.

Many different Dust Buster Phaser props were made, and they ranged from fairly primitive non-functioning ‘stunt’ props to more elaborate ‘hero’ props featuring functioning electronics. 

Featuring an impressively heavy all-metal body, this replica has been designed to capture the best elements from all variants in a single blended execution and incorporate a variety of electronic light and sound features designed to simulate the special effects as seen on screen.

Each numbered, limited edition, museum-quality replica comes with a wooden presentation case, metal plaque, and certificate of authenticity. With only 1500 replicas made, be sure to order yours today!

The Nostalgia Monkey is working overtime these days.  For many fans like myself, the Dustbuster phaser and the Mark VI tricorder represent the awesomeness of having Trek back on the air after 18 years.

Again, only 1500 will be made and a limit of 6 per person is allowed, so Trek over to Sideshow.com for all the details, payment plans, and ordering options.