3D Printer Friendly Rambone Slingshot

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This slingshot draws heavily from Joerg Sprave's famous Rambone design, but with a key difference: it's optimized for 3D printing. When searching Thingiverse for similar designs, including the Rambone, I was often met with models that required extensive supports or compromised structural integrity when printed without them. Determined to create a better option, I set out to craft a slingshot that could be printed robustly without supports and offered superior ergonomics. As you can see, this design delivers! Its unique features are worth highlighting. This slingshot can utilize either rubber strips or tubes, offering flexibility in its construction. For optimal performance, it's designed to be held with the rounded side of the handle facing towards yourself when firing. To ensure print stability, I increased the infill to 50% and boosted wall thickness to 5 parameters. The rubber used is Theraband Gold from Amazon, a high-quality material that can be sourced affordably in rolls measuring 5 inches by 6 feet for just $10. For the pouch, I opted for leather from an old belt, though alternatives like cheap Amazon pouches or even ducktape could work equally well. With practice, tying the rubber to the slingshot is a straightforward process, and there are numerous online tutorials to guide you through it. To provide variety in ammo options, I included 10, 15, and 20 mm balls with the design.