Duck Call - "Parthenope"

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This is my first working attempt at a 3D printed duck call. UPDATE: I'm baffled as to why this has been tagged as NSFW...I didn't put that there, but it's disheartening to think a duck call might be considered inappropriate. UPDATE 2: After tinkering with the tuning of this call using both a file on the soundboard and different reed materials, I'm leaning towards this being more of a teal call (green and blue wing teal). However, you can produce a lower pitch closer to a hen mallard. I still like the sound and think it has its place backstage or in the marsh. IMPORTANT: There's a small recess on the wedge where the threads stop, which is where the base of the reed goes, not all the way down inside the soundboard. I've created a YouTube video with a description and assembly guidance if you're interested: https://youtu.be/GjOmvRRCS2E This call is entirely 3D printed except for the reed material from an Echo replacement reed kit. You can also make a reed using 10 mil mylar. You can find 10 mil mylar at your local hobby store, usually listed as quilt template material but it works just fine. Be sure to smooth out the face of the soundboard where the reed will rest; this significantly improves the sound. I achieve this with a quick hit of 100 grit sandpaper. If you want an even crisper transfer of sound, step up the sandpaper grit until you're satisfied with the result. Typically, I just go to 100 grit and it works well. I printed the call on my Anet A8 at 0.08 mm LH only because it reduces the amount of sanding required later; smaller layer lines make it easier to get a smooth finish. The overall design was created using Fusion 360. I printed in PLA but have plans to check the tone differences between PLA, ABS, and PETG to see if there are any significant differences in sound. So far, I've printed at 10% infill and at 100%, with no discernible difference in sound. I wouldn't go less than 3 outer perimeters if you're going to print it less than 100% infill. I print everything standing up with the small cutout for the wedge at the top (as it would be in the call). Let me know if you have any questions!