DeathstarSamovar

Petaluma, California

3.3k
 Sales

4.9 (1.1k)

18 years
on Etsy

4.9 (1.1k)

3.3k
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18 years
on Etsy

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3.3k
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4.9 (1.1k)

18 years
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18 years
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Last updated on Oct 21, 2023

Custom goggles, armor ,and now Bells!, and accessories for the discriminating costumer. You will never suffer the indignity of going to a event and seeing someone wearing the same outfit.

We will ship within a week, but if you require faster shipping or you want to receive your purchase within a specific date, let us know. We can also do overnight in some cases, charging only extra for the costs of the Postal Service.

We will ship out of the US (Yes, also to Australia :)), just ask for shipping cost.

Deathstar Samovar is mostly me building pointless machines for fun, such as "Kristies Flyer" a steam powered car, a amphibious canoe "The Silverfish" along with The "Neverwas Haul" a fantastic driveable Victorian House.

Check out what I am building at https://www.instagram.com/hand_n_hammer/

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Kimric Smythe

Reviews

4.9 (1093)

Average item review

We calculate this number using a recency-weighted average of all ratings, with a rating's value decreasing by half each year to best reflect the current experience.

Levi on Sep 22, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Coolest item ever, far more detailed and high quality than the photos can show. The shoulder pad fits easily onto any jacket or shirt with epaulettes and is lightweight and comfortable while being made of authentic metal. Seller is also super friendly!

Formed aluminum and steel shoulder armor piece

Formed aluminum and steel shoulder armor piece
Liz on Sep 6, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

just as described - -quick delivery - -beautiful bottle

NOS iridescent perfume bottle with atomizer

NOS iridescent perfume bottle with atomizer
Eobard on Aug 25, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

love it great piece for my cosplay

Metal bracer made from aluminum traffic sign, Post apoc style

Metal bracer made from aluminum traffic sign, Post apoc style
Etsy buyer on Aug 11, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Samovar did a wonderful job with this, I can tell he has fun making this stuff. I feel like I could actually protect my arm with this bracer,it's pretty good steel but it's not really heavy.

Metal bracer made from stainless steel Post apoc style

Metal bracer made from stainless steel Post apoc style
Andrew on Jul 11, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic work again! Worked with me, shipped quick!

Custom armor piece for Andrew L

Custom armor piece for Andrew L
P. on Jun 7, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

incredible production quality, fast shipping, and awesome item! I could not be happier with this prop, especially because it was manufactured from a Nevada license plate! great for fallout: new vegas cosplayers like me.

Bracer made from license plate

Bracer made from license plate
Brian on Jun 6, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Wow, what a stunning costume piece! The armor arrived so fast, and it was even cooler in person. Creative and functional. I’m looking forward to wearing it upcoming post-apocalyptic events! The seller offered tons of communication and is passionate about their work. Cannot recommend them enough!

Metal bracer made from blackened steel Post apoc style

Metal bracer made from blackened steel Post apoc style
Evan on May 28, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

quality of item was exactly what I expected and it showed up super fast!

Metal bracer made perforated steel.

Metal bracer made perforated steel.
Jillian on May 15, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

just as pictured, this was an awesome addition to my fallout cosplay!

Bracer made from license plate

Bracer made from license plate
Tanner on May 14, 2026

5 out of 5 stars

Seller was extremely helpful and efficient! I'd buy from again

Metal bracer made from rusty steel Post apoc style

Metal bracer made from rusty steel Post apoc style

About DeathstarSamovar

Armor and accessories built to last.

Sales 3,251

On Etsy since 2008

Armor and accessories built to last.

Bead rolling a edge on a 100+ year old roller. This adds stiffness.
Hammer forming
Adding flair near wrist on a bracer.
Flat piece in progress shown next to nearly finished piece.
A more complicated piece in progress. These are made from several pieces of metal that have details riveted on.

What I do

I started my shop over ten years ago selling Steampunk goggles i made using brass,celluloid and plastic. I transitioned over to a mad max/post apoc style armor in 2017 using metal fabrication skills from my work in robotics and music instrument repair.
Each piece is unique since I mostly work with found objects and I use the stuff I find as inspiration for what I am creating. I try to use fabrication methods that are in theme with the piece being made.
Most of the leather used is industry scrap or used/reclaimed.

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Kimric Smythe

Owner

I have been making costumes since the 1980's as a hobby.I have ventured into metal work in the last 20 years. I restore music instruments for a living but have done reality shows like Junkyard Wars and build art cars among other things.