Open Source Action Figure with 70 Points of Articulation (aka Dexter)

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Assemble this open-source action figure, featuring numerous articulation points that outshine other toys, with your child and become a hero in their eyes. The model is designed to be universal, allowing for easy painting to create any character. The head can also be swapped with potential future replacements. Assemble the figurine using super glue and PLA spikes, available in STL format for ease of assembly viewing. This towering 18-inch figure may be labeled a doll by your spouse, but it's an action figure through and through! Enjoy the build, and don't miss out on the included video tutorials demonstrating techniques used in Blender and ZBrush to create meshes. A recent revision update includes four sets of static posed hands - simply drill with a 1/16-inch bit for the 1.8 PLA spikes, a drill bit for 3mm PLA spikes, and a .1 drill bit for the fingers, along with 22-gauge wire for finger rivets and super glue (preferably Gorilla Glue). Optional extras include an elastic cord for the neck or a 3mm PLA spike for added pivoting. For assembly instructions, refer to the breakdown STL files. A helpful tip: use a soldering iron to lightly tack ABS shells together in a spot-weld fashion after applying glue. However, exercise caution while doing this, as ABS fumes are hazardous. Another suggestion is to use thingiverse.com's item number 10855 for improved stability when posing the figure on various surfaces. Finally, learn how to work on the joints without a file by watching this video tutorial: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F_-mf8dUkPg&feature=youtu.be