This Vault-Tec™ skinned Pip-Boy 2000 Mk VI is a replica model of the pre-war Personal Information Processor (PIP) manufactured by RobCo Industries as an updated version of the Pip-Boy 2000. Designed to be worn on the forearm, this Pip-Boy was the last word in convenience, enabling vault dwellers to keep track of their personal stats and inventory on the go. The Mk VI model was only made available to residents and staff of Vault 76.
Until recently, this replica had only been available as a kit, but recent developments in manufacturing capability have enabled RobCo Industries and Vault-Tec™ Corporation to collaborate on the production of this assembled version. The iconic Vault-Tec™ blue and yellow livery with Vault-Tec™ roundel and vibrant yellow accent piping round the display housing, mark this Pip-Boy out from the traditional version more commonly seen in the Wasteland.
The enjoyment of a replica piece this accurate is increased by its illuminated display panel and glowing vacuum tubes, which, fitted as standard, feature a Malfunction Function™ with an authentic Tap-to-Fix™ action. When illuminated for a period of time, the display and vacuum tubes will start to flicker, simulating the erratic function of this well-used piece of field kit. In the time-honoured tradition of fixing such transient electronic faults, a sharp tap to the top of the display housing unit is all that is normally required to correct this minor malfunction and return the display to its flicker-free function.
This collectible Vault-Tec™ skinned Pip-Boy replica is a strictly limited edition. Only 2,200 units have been manufactured. Each one is marked with its own unique number and comes with a specially designed certificate of authenticity endorsed by The Wand Company.
SCREEN AND VACUUM TUBES ILLUMINATION
Press button on top of device to activate illuminated screen and vacuum tubes. Screen and tubes flicker occasionally, simulating erratic behaviour, tap top of screen monitor housing to stop flickering.
MECHANICAL FUNCTIONS
Geiger counter knob rotates with quarter rotation detents for accurate feel, and Geiger counter function select buttons press with sprung soft-touch feel.
Rotating radio tuning knob moves dial pointer up and down radio dial, and radio switch clicks back and forth.
Holotape player deck opens as side buttons are depressed and unit is pulled down, revealing a holotape insertion slot, holotape tape protector slider slides back and forth.
Soft fabric cuff tightness is adjusted for a secure, comfortable fit by releasing buckle lever and pulling fabric strap through buckle to reduce or increase its length.
Screwdriver blade can be removed from the handle and reversed to utilize either crosshead or flat head tips.
UNIQUE SERIAL NUMBER
Each Pip-Boy has its unique serial number laser etched into the aluminium specification plate located on top of the Geiger counter housing
MATERIALS
Pip-Boy: ABS injection moulded engineering plastic, self-colored with painted detail and transfer markings, Eastman Tritan™ water-clear copolyester display monitor screen, rubber modified plastic for cabling, silicone rubber belt for radio dial drive, aluminium pressed and machined metal vacuum tube grille and holo tape chassis, aluminium specification plate, printed in monochrome and laser etched with unique serial number, stainless steel nuts bolts and screws, woven man-made fibre strap webbing and sewn padded flock material cuff. Three AAA alkaline (LR03) batteries (included). Fluted cardboard merchandising box, with in-universe labelling and graphic printing.
Holotape: ABS injection moulded plastic, self-coloured with silver detail printing, chrome plated steel screws.
Reversible screwdriver: ABS injection self-colored moulded plastic handle with yellow painted detail, plated steel crosshead and flathead blade.
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