Man Built a Working Copy of Iron Man's Repulsor

I'm going to show you the most realistic and functional versions of Avengers gadgets, built from scratch, often out of scrap materials, by some of the most creative and dedicated YouTube creators working out of their garages. These projects took huge budgets, countless hours, and in some cases, even years to complete, so they're absolutely worth seeing. Let's take a look at some of the most incredible Thor hammers ever made. The biggest, the most beautiful, the one no ordinary mortal can lift, and even one that shoots actual lightning. We'll start with a hammer created by random hands. When I first saw how he made it, my jaw literally dropped. He started with rusty steel gears, cutting them into pieces, combining them with other types of steel, welding, heating, and forging them under pressure to create the desired shape. And not just once, he repeated the same process about seven times, layer by layer. I honestly don't know how he had the patience for that. The handle was crafted from bronze, and the end result? Just look at this masterpiece. In my opinion, it's the most beautiful hammer I've ever seen. How about a hammer that actually shoots lightning? That's the project by Jack Laser, who built a hammer from scratch that can generate real electrical bolts. It looks incredible, and the best part? It's fully portable, even though he does have to carry a backpack full of gear, along with metal plates strapped to his legs to avoid getting shocked. Of course, the lightning doesn't fall from the sky like in the It's produced by a Tesla coil hidden inside the hammer itself. In my opinion, it's an awesome design, and it definitely beats the version by Hacksmith, where they had to stand under a massive Tesla coil just to simulate lightning. They even wore a full chainmail suit, like a medieval knight. That moment, especially the scene with Captain America's shield, looked straight out of the movie. What about the biggest Thor hammer in the world? That title, of course, goes to Hacksmith, known for their crazy ideas. They spent four months building it and invested around $100,000 in the project, and the result? A hammer weighing a massive 4,444 pounds. It can easily crush a car, a piano, basically anything you put underneath it. Honestly, if they had dropped it from more than 100 feet, I think it could have crushed a bus. The next one is Alan Pan, who decided to build a hammer that only the worthy can lift. Everyone who tried, failed, except Alan himself, of course. Naturally, there's a secret mechanism inside the hammer that prevents others from lifting it. If you watch closely, you'll notice it's always placed on a metal surface when someone attempts to pick it up. Although, one guy did manage to lift it, using a bit of clever thinking. Hacksmith also built a version of this worthy-only hammer, and even a professional bodybuilder couldn't lift it. Unlike Alan's, theirs is even trickier. It's impossible to figure out how it works, but Hacksmith himself? He lifts it effortlessly. Turns out he's wearing something on his finger that the others don't have, and that's exactly what makes him worthy. If you didn't know, you'd never believe these would become the curved blades of one of the most realistic Captain America shields ever made. Welded together, polished to perfection, and just look at the result. Random Hands never fails to impress with the ability to turn rusty junk into pure art. Now, what about a shield that actually comes back to you? That's one of Captain America's signature moves, and Jack Laser managed to bring it to life. His shield bounces off walls and returns to the thrower, and honestly, it looks amazing. I'd love to try it myself. It looks fairly lightweight, but it's tough enough to shatter bottles on impact. The only thing it's missing? That magnetic return to hand effect, just like in the movies. Sounds impossible? Well, not for everyone. Hacksmith created a device that can hold the shield tightly in place, thanks to a set of powerful electromagnets built right into the arm unit. How strong are they? Strong enough to lift a barrel, or even weight plates from a barbell. So yeah, holding a metal shield is no problem. And this shield? It's way tougher than Jack Lasers. It can smash through walls, concrete slabs, and more. Sure, it doesn't bounce back, but it's built to handle way more than a flying beer bottle. This thing could actually stop serious attacks, or take out multiple enemies in one hit. But they didn't stop there. Hacksmith added an arc reactor to the shield, turning it into an offensive weapon that can crush enemies without even being thrown. They embedded a 100-watt laser and a set of bright LEDs to create a powerful blast effect, and it looks awesome. With the electromagnets, the arc reactor, and an ultra-durable metal build, I'd say this is the closest anyone's ever come to building a real Captain America shield. Hands down, it's the most high-tech version out there. This next project by Random Hands absolutely blew me away with how complex and time-consuming it was to build. It's none other than Thor's Stormbreaker. At first glance, it's just a chunk of solid steel chain-link, and it's hard to imagine that something like this could turn into what's possibly the most realistic Stormbreaker ever made by a YouTuber. It was built almost entirely from scrap metal, with no 3D printing involved, just tools, machines, and pure craftsmanship. And despite having access to proper equipment, it still took a massive amount of time and effort to shape the axe head, with all of its complex curves and details. The handle was carved entirely from wood, with every inch cut, shaped, and sanded by hand, to look as close to the movie version as possible. He even tied it all together using real vines or something very close, which added a great touch of authenticity. By the way, if you remember what the real Stormbreaker handle was made from in the film, let me know in the comments. The final result was stunning. A 29-inch, 22-pound masterpiece that easily beats most replicas you'll find online. Though the creator chose not to test its durability, and I don't blame him. With that much effort behind it, you'd probably treat it more like a museum piece than a weapon. Hacksmith, on the other hand, has no problem testing their builds to the limit, and their version of Stormbreaker was no exception. Unlike Random Hands, they didn't use a single block of steel. Instead, they cut three blades from sheet metal, welded them together, and polished the seams until the whole head looked like one solid piece. Honestly, unless you knew how it was made, you'd never guess it wasn't forged from a single slab. Even without the hammer side and the handle attached, the axe head alone already looked much bigger than Random Hands' version, and it was heavier, too. Hacksmith's build weighed 24 pounds, compared to the 22-pound total weight of Random Hands' Stormbreaker. The hammer side was made using the same method, layered steel plates welded around a central rod. And as you can probably guess, a wooden handle wouldn't survive that kind of weight. So instead, they used a steel pipe, then welded both the axe and hammer heads to it. To finish it off, they wrapped everything in steel aircraft cable, rather than vines, not only to match the movie look, but also to reinforce the structure and add even more weight. And since they were building this thing to fight Thanos, I guess there's no such thing as too much metal? The entire piece was painted black to hide the raw metal finish and give it a sleeker, cinematic appearance. The result? The most massive and intimidating Stormbreaker I've ever seen, fully made of steel, and weighing over 100 pounds. In fact, judging by the name of their video, I'm pretty sure they were intentionally trying to make the heaviest Stormbreaker ever. And it worked, just watching the team struggle to lift it says it all. With that much mass, this axe can destroy pretty much anything. But the real question is, could it stand up to something else they've built in their own studio? Like the Captain America Wakandan shield? Believe it or not, Hacksmith built Captain America's Wakandan shield before the movie was even released. They based it on just a few quick frames from the trailer, and still managed to pull it off with incredible accuracy. Now, I can't say for sure whether it's as indestructible as the one in the films, but it's pretty close, and you'll see for yourself in just a moment. The shield was built from sheet metal, cut and shaped piece by piece. Its folding mechanism works using a CO2 cartridge. Press a button, and compressed air flows through a tube, making the shield expand. Pretty clever, although I do wonder how often those cartridges need replacing. Then came the real challenge, a full-on stress test. Even Thor's Stormbreaker couldn't break it, though it did leave a small mark behind. At one point, James used the shield to completely destroy a car, and somehow the shield didn't even bend. It looked like it was made from some kind of alien alloy that only real Avengers have access to, and when it came time to test it for bullet resistance, it passed that too. Sure, there were some dents, but the shield was never penetrated. I'm pretty sure Captain America himself would have been proud of this build. Before we move on to the most popular Avenger, the one with the most fan-made inventions, let's not forget about another hero who's just as awesome, Spider-Man. And yes, there are some really cool builds based on him too. Let's start with the suit. Specifically, the way it automatically tightens once Spider-Man puts it on. And Jake Laser actually tried to bring this to life. Well, as close as possible. He used a special system with a bunch of springs that activate and pull the suit tightly from the back, so instead of looking like a loose cosplay, it really starts to feel like a legit superhero suit. Now what's Spider-Man without the ability to climb walls and ceilings? Once again, Jake delivers. He built custom devices and attached them to his hands and feet, giving him the ability to stick to surfaces and move vertically, even managing to recreate that iconic upside-down scene from the movies. Sure, the real Spider-Man just uses his fingers, but even though Jake's setup requires some heavy-duty gear, it still looks amazing. And the fact that he managed to climb a full building without any failures? That says a lot about how solid the system is. Before we get to web shooting, let's take a look at those deployable mechanical arms from the Iron Spider suit that Tony Stark built in Infinity War. A few teams on YouTube tried to recreate this tech. Jake Laser came up with a version that uses inflatable arms, which look fun, but probably wouldn't hold up in a fight against Thanos. And then there's Jake's take on the nanotech transformation effect, although it's more like a color shifting effect than the suit fully forming on your body. But hey, the concept is still fun to watch. Hacksmith, on the other hand, went with a more technical approach, building the arms using a hydraulic system. They do move at the press of a button, but to be honest, the result wasn't all that impressive. It works, just not superhero smooth. Now let's take a look at Jake Laser's take on the web shooter, probably the most classic piece of Spider-Man tech. And I'm not talking about the simpler version that launches a rope with a magnet or suction cup at the end. You can actually buy one of those online. I'm talking about the real deal, one that can hold a person's full body weight. Yes, you shoot it at the ceiling, and you can actually swing. The mechanism fires a metal spike with a rope attached. Once you're done flying through the air, you just unhook. Every time I watched Spider-Man swing through New York in the movies, I always wondered how much webbing is left hanging around the city afterward. But in this case, it's not just webbing, it's nails and ropes stuck in buildings. Jake's build is definitely clever and exciting, but let's be real, shooting metal spikes into residential buildings probably isn't going to take off anytime soon, even if you're doing it in the name of justice. It's time to dive into some of the wildest fan-made tech inspired by Iron Man. First up, the iconic repulsor glove, created by Hacksmith. What does it do? Well, it can toast you in seconds. It uses a high-powered laser built right into the glove, along with a set of LEDs that create that signature blue beam. It can ignite anything in its path and even burn designs into wood. Sure, it's not quite versatile enough to shoot and fly, but the laser alone is seriously powerful. Later, they even upgraded the glove to the point where it could cut through metal. Fast. Now that's getting very close to something Tony Stark himself might have built. And speaking of firepower, Alex Labb went a step further, building a repulsor arm that can actually fire a plasma shot, using a hydrogen reactor and a map gas. The result? A real high-powered blast that looks incredibly close to the energy bursts Iron Man fires in the movies. And this isn't just for show, there's real recoil when it fires. Alex has taken this project very seriously, spending years developing and upgrading not just the arm, but an entire Iron Man suit of his own, which we'll take a closer look at a bit later. Alex's arc reactor is truly next level. It's not just a cool-looking chest piece, it actually serves a real function. Sure, it doesn't keep shrapnel out of his heart like Tony Stark's did, but it does power the chemical reaction behind the plasma shots fired from his arm. Even the blue LEDs aren't just for show, they indicate how well the reactor is working in real time. Hacksmith also built their own version of the arc reactor, but with a completely different approach. They aimed to create a real arc of electricity, and to do that, they pushed over 723,000 volts through the reactor. That's what created the glowing, crackling arc in the center. It looks awesome, and yes, it can charge a phone. But it needs a constant power supply from heavy batteries, and let's be honest, it's not exactly practical. And it's extremely loud. One of the coolest features of Iron Man's gauntlet has to be the rocket launcher. And believe it or not, Jairus of all actually built a working version. First of all, the mechanism is awesome. The rocket literally extends out of the gauntlet just like in the movies, and once it's locked in position, you can launch it into the air. What really sets this project apart from similar builds is that it fires an actual rocket, not fireworks, not a light show, a real one. Sure, it's not loaded with explosives, but honestly, if it had to be, I doubt that would stop him. It looks seriously cool. The way the rocket blasts off with smoke and noise, straight from the gauntlet and into the target. Alex Lab also added a rocket launcher to his Iron Man arm, but in his case, it's powered by the same hydrogen reaction that fuels his repulsor. So in the end, it's more of a decorative element. Still fun, but not quite the real deal like Jairus' version. Before we dive into the full Iron Man suit, how about we take a look at the helmet. The kind that opens and closes just like in the movies. Just look at the insane level of detail Hacksmith managed to recreate. When I first saw it in action, I honestly thought it was just special effects. That's how smooth it moves. And how many moving parts are involved in opening and closing the helmet. And those light up eyes? They're the perfect finishing touch. This one's definitely a masterpiece. Of course, there are other takes on the helmet too, like the one from Jack Laser. And to be fair, his version has something extra. It actually lowers onto his head automatically, thanks to a mechanism built into his back. The helmet slides down, first over his ears, then onto his head and finally the faceplate closes. It's super impressive, no doubt about that. But for me, Hacksmith's version still wins when it comes to sheer precision and visual polish. But Jake wasn't done yet. He decided to take it even further and build a folding Iron Man suit. Just like the one from the racetrack scene in Iron Man 2, where Pepper throws Tony the briefcase and the suit wraps around him automatically. Well, Jake tried to recreate that moment, and let's see how it turned out. Okay, it's not fully automatic, some parts still have to be put on manually, but it's a collapsible metal suit. And with that self-folding helmet, it honestly looks incredible. And before we move on to the flying Iron Man suit, we have to talk about Alex Lab, who's been working on his build for years. He's building everything from scrap metal, which is why it's taking so long, but watching him work in his garage feels like watching a real-life Tony Stark in his workshop. He carefully designs and measures every single piece to match his own body. So far, he's completed the helmet and upper torso, not to mention his arc reactor, repulsor, and even artificial muscles, which he continues to improve alongside the suit. The helmet doesn't have any fancy opening mechanism just yet, but who knows, that could come later. Honestly, when it's finished, I think Alex's suit might end up being the closest to the movie version we've seen yet. I'm not sure if Alex plans to add flight capability, but guess what? Jake Laser actually built a flying Iron Man suit, right out of his garage. It took him a ton of time, tons of trial and error, and a lot of frustration, but eventually, it worked. With a system of electric ducted fans on the arms and back, he managed to lift himself off the ground, reaching a height of around 15 feet. Sure, the rest of the suit was made from lightweight fabric, to keep the weight down, but it still looked amazing in the air. And by the way, the helmet in this version looked way better, with more detail and smoother opening and closing animations. At this point, I'd say it's on par with what Hacksmith has built. Which helmet do you think looks the most realistic? Drop your pick in the comments.