Splicer Weapon - Monkey Wrench

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Like this thing made your day better? If so, please click the Like button above and help me out! Thanks for taking the time to check it out. Feel free to PM me if you have any feedback or questions. I'm all ears! Made this awesome splicer costume for PAX East 2017 and emblazoned with Ryan Industries right on the handle! UPDATE: The newest revision is now available, packed with new features that I learned from sanding, painting, and assembling: * Mating features for easy glue-up alignment * Coarse-fit threads for effortless adjustment * Better knurling on the nut * Correctly mirrored text (oops!) Originally inspired by an image of a RIGID-brand monkey wrench - the body of which is 14 inches long! And no, splicers don't actually use wrenches... until now! Printing Don't print layers thicker than 0.2mm or you'll be in for a world of pain with sanding. On my printer, total print time can be under 21 hours and all parts fit on the bed. Avoid printing with support - I learned that the hard way, as removal of strongly adhered support material in the wrench's neck is super awkward and cosmetically unnecessary. Assembly Check out the diagram (photo #2) - the components have mating features for easy alignment when gluing! Gently sand every surface which will be glued (I use 100-grit sandpaper). Two holes are included in the wrench handle for 1/4" dowels (I used steel, but wood or plastic should work just fine). Painting Sand everything, then spray. Prime it dark - like black! I did the main body with red and some "rust"-colored highlights. Masking tape is your best friend. Leveling: Maximize your print quality by leveling first! I use my 3 square print: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1776032 Now go forth and make something amazing! Print Settings Printer: FlashForge Creator Pro Rafts: No Supports: Yes Resolution: 0.200 mm Infill: 40% Notes: 4 bottom solid layers 4 top solid layers 4 shells