Fellow Sandys,
As you know, us TDs/TKs aren't on the top of the pay scale at the good ol' Empire. We have to make do with our meager paychecks. I thought I'd share my cheap and easy E-11 prop build in case there are any other troopers looking for an inexpensive E-11.
I used Rubie's Star Wars Rebels Stormtrooper Costume Blaster from Amazon, a drill, some paint, and some greeblies to spice it up. The blaster isn't 100% screen accurate when it comes to size and shape, but it is pretty close. With a little TLC, you can turn a toy into a nice prop.
Greeblies used:
Electric shaver power cord from Amazon for $5, got the idea from whitearmor.net
5/32” x ¼” pop rivets from Home Depot for $5
Hard drive screws from work for free
3 pin inline mic connector used as the Hengstler counter connector, from eBay, 2 for $5 shipped
E-11 power cylinders from Shapeways.com for $10 with coupon
E-11 D-ring from Shapeways.com for $2.50
E-11 D-ring mount from Shapeways.com for $3.50
Scope reticles for free from whitearmor.net
If you are interested in the build, you can check out the YouTube video here:
Its not the best looking blaster in Mos Eisley, but it is a fun build and not terribly expensive.