Prop log Garth of Izar remote

This prop is from: The Original Series, Episode: “Whom Gods Destroy”. (NBC TV, 1966-1969)

In this Episode the prop is used by former Starfleet Captain Garth of Izar (Lord Garth). He commandeers this multifunction security device after outwitting his keepers at the maximum security asylum for the criminally insane on Elba II. It is a kind of  “remote control”, both to activate the force field of the prison cells, and to operate his “Pain Machine”.

It is  a Phaser-like device constructed of cast resin , painted and finished in metal flake jade green, embellished with 3-triangular acrylic buttons and a large clear amber, light-emitting triangle embedded on the top. The central black button toggles to activate internal lights .A ribbon of gold foil tape bisects the body of the prop with a gold metal disc and textured metallic grill at the front. The bottom of the prop features a hook swatch of black velcro for attaching to a loop swatch, which would have been affixed to a costume. 2-small screws are embedded in the front and back of the bottom of the prop for opening access to internal mechanicals.

Although not widely available some kit props  can be fount on the net , prices vary from  about 60US$ to  200 US$ . The original prop from the show was sold in auction by Barneby’s auction house for 7740 GBP ( 8.936,04 Euro)

During the Sector 31 meeting in september you can take a closer look at the prop!