Reproduction
The term reproduction refers to anything made by someone that is meant to look identical to a produced piece. Various reproductions exist in the hobby such as double-telescoping lightsabers, bubbles for cardbacks, and the most common by far-- weapons and accessories. Reproductions, often times called repros, have their good and bad sides to them. On the one hand, they serve as an alternative for people who might not otherwise be able to afford a certain item (for example, a double-telescoping saber). On the other hand, repros introduce a whole host of problems. For one thing, they dilute the appeal or collectible value of originals. They also make it difficult for people to distinguish real pieces from repros (a particular problem for vintage weapons/guns).

The term reproduction is sometimes interchangeable with custom. However, reproduction has more of a negative connotation to it.

See Also:
Fakes

Description: Isaac Lew