If you're looking for the old playmate replica one-to-one phaser that came out in the early 90s this is not comprable. There is no belt clip there is however a flat spot for you to attach a velcro patch, only one of the buttons performs any function the rest do not even depress. Now for the good things, this is a full-scale replica so once you make a few modifications in order to allow it to be properly carried it will look right with your cosplay. It feels like the old playmate version with a good weight and grip, which is always a good thing. It is also very well painted so it looks right.