Star Trek remains one of the most influential science fiction franchises in history. Since its debut in 1966, the legacy of the USS Enterprise endures, and no prop is more iconic than the original Tricorder. This essential device first appeared in 1996, serving to perform environmental scans, record data, and analyze results. Despite its iconic status and inspiration for numerous real-world devices, the original Tricorder was never officially released to the public in its true, authentic form. However, that changes today.
The Wand Company, renowned for its premium prop replicas, has finally completed a nine-year journey to create a replica of the original Star Trek Tricorder. If you are a fan of this legendary sci-fi series, this is an incredibly unique item that will elevate your entire collection to the next level.
Pre-Order The Original Series Tricorder Today at IGN Store
Star Trek - TOS Tricorder - Replica
$415.00 at IGN Store
The Original Series Tricorder is as authentic as possible, representing a massive undertaking in the design of this forever-iconic prop. Do not be mistaken: this is not a toy, but a working, display-grade replica. The Original Series Tricorder was crafted using 3D scans of the last known hero prop, ensuring it is fully functional with every feature you would expect.
This includes a full-color LCD TFT screen, the complete archive of 233 ship's logs from the Enterprise, removable function discs, environmental sensing capabilities, and much more. You can even record your own log to store, allowing you to make this iconic prop personal. The Wand Company has paid immense attention to detail on every inch of this prop replica, utilizing quality materials to ensure an authentic and premium look and feel. In addition to the Tricorder, you will also receive a leatherette travel case, which is essential for protecting this prop replica.
The Story Behind The Original Series Tricorder
The release of this product has been a labor of love from The Wand Company, with the team first conceiving the idea in 2016. Development officially began in 2019 after Greg Jein allowed the team to scan his screen-used hero prop, enabling The Wand Company to create the most accurate model possible. This was the last known hero prop, and without it, a replica would have had to be modeled without an exact reference.
The Wand Company revealed ongoing development in 2020, and in 2021, a series of blog posts began, releasing updates every few weeks to track the progress of crafting this replica. These posts included insights into the modeling process, the technology behind the prop, as well as reveals about what this replica would include. Despite a few production delays and development issues, The Wand Company managed to create something many thought was impossible.
This incredibly special product is available to pre-order now at IGN Store. Pre-orders are expected to ship in August 2025.
