thanks gents :) .. i'll work on getting some greater spec/gloss power in there on the edges that need some shine, and paint in those edges on the blade.
Arshlevon: A much clearer example of how powerful this can be. I have to disagree with Odium, it's a great 'hack' and a relatively simple and cheap one as well.
thanks for the crits Eraserhead, Vrav and mikezoo... heres a paintover showing its rotation/movement... it is unmanned and fires super power mega explosion lasers.