Ranger's Apprentice Saxknife (Ender 3 Sized)

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THWOK!! That's the sound of the saxknife from Ranger's Apprentice meeting a tree trunk! Because yes, it can be thrown quite well - just ask the scandians. I designed this saxknife based carefully off the descriptions found in the series, and modelled this specific item off a whittled knife design made many years ago. This particular item is differently proportioned than the "full version" I have made, so that it can be printed on an Ender 3 sized printer. This was intended to be printed in relatively hard TPU, which it did phenominally well! I printed it in the upright position, so the base of the handle was touching the buildplate, and the tip was printed last. No support anywhere. Before attempting this TPU print, I designed and printed these TPU tests to ensure I was prepared and calibrated: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5317395 . I also have 2 versions of the throwing knife, as well as the full saxknife - check those out if interested. Lastly, I have a full-sized double-sheath made for thee exact knives, also made for TPU, so check that one out as well. J3_ out.