Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #5273 in Toys & Games
• Brand: Character Options
• Model: 01635
• Released on: 2005-09-07
• Dimensions: 7.00" h x 1.00" w x 1.00" l, .44 pounds

Manufacturer's Description
He's over 900 years old, travels through time and space and frequently faces armies of aliens with little more his trusted sonic screwdriver! Aah, long live the Doctor. Now you can own your very own version of the Doctor's most trusted tool. This authentically-styled sonic screwdriver features a hidden UV pen and UV light to reveal your secret writing in addition to button-activated realistic sound and light effects. A 30-page Dalek/Gallifreyan codebook and spare standard ink nib are also included. So, whether you're looking to defeat Daleks, scupper Sontarans or simply stay out of the shadows, this is an essential for all Whovians - young and old alike!

Customer Reviews

Exactly what I wanted too
As a long-time Doctor Who fan I just couldn't resist getting one of these, and I honestly don't regret it. It looks good, and the UV light and ink is a neat touch. Some people have complained that the sounds are too quiet, but I think they're just about right. The two sounds are subtly different (but very authentic) and you have to listen closely to tell them apart.

What's amazing is that the BBC reportedly have started using these in the new David Tennant series as they are more durable than the real prop! (the toy is about half an inch longer than the real prop as it has to accommodate sounds and batteries).

Also, contrary to the Amazon product description, it appears that the BBC are now supplying these with batteries as standard, and they have also begun re-supplying them in new packaging featuring David Tennant.

If you're a doctor who fan of any age, I would recommend this to you. Well worth the investment of a tenner.

For the Doctor Who fan at heart!
I bought this for myself a week or so ago, although I couldn't use it until the other day because I had to order the batteries, and let me say it was well worth the wait! The light is strong, the sound is great and it's great fun for the child at heart.

The batteries, however, aren't included - AG13 batteries are also known as LR44 as I learnt later - they're not ordinary batteries but buttons cells, and pretty expensive. Amazon sell them however, and I was about to buy a packet of 10 of around £5, so don't despair.

A great gift for any Doctor Who fan.

a doctor who fanatics review
I am using my parents account for this and will probably review other items. This is a great toy that made me feel like I was doctor who (there is nothing else about me that justifies that) It comes with 2 nibs, (a simple biro and a UV pen) and a UV light. Although in a few episodes (eg. doomsday) there is a range of noises, the one noise on here is extremely authentic.
My favorite part has to be the "zoom" factor for the UV light, as you can use the light from a close range by slotting the cube on the side upwards (If you dont know what I mean then it does not matter)
My only criticism is that the UV pen is only suited to writing in the little booklet the screwdriver comes with. It comes up weakly on other surfaces.

Overall a great toy for young kids (like me) and doctor who collectors