The "Revolver" - One Colour Print version of this Challenging Revolving Puzzle

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The "Revolver" is a 3D printed puzzle with 41 independent moving parts that rotate and slide around a two-part Retainer. Easy prints are all straightforward, resulting in an impressive outcome. This alternative to the 6 color version features shapes that need to be grouped together to solve the puzzle instead of grouping colors. This option suits people without enough filament colors or those who don't want to go through the trouble of making it colorful. Check out the color version at http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1341294. This puzzle is similar to a Rubik's cube in that the aim is to align and group matching shapes, but there are two puzzles in one with the Revolver, as you can also align rows or columns to have all the same shapes in a line. One space is left to allow for Sliders to move one space at a time. This means planning your moves as you work towards your goal is necessary. Of course, you can pull it apart if you get frustrated and realign it that way, but if you're really up for the challenge, glue the thread so it won't come apart! The parts are easy to print and assemble is very straightforward. This 'shape' version does not need different filament colors like the 6 color slider version. The images provided create a great result, with black used for the Retainer. All Revolvers and Sliders are best printed in the same color. As you need to leave one Slider out to make space for movement, it is recommended to leave out one of the vertical bar sliders (|) as the slot in the underlying Revolver looks similar so the empty space / gap is less noticeable (refer to images for additional information). To achieve the end result does take time but it's well worth the effort. Print each .stl separately (Retainer/Revolvers/Sliders). Most machines capable of printing fine detail and good slicing apps should have no problem with the fine tolerances in this print. Watching it come together is satisfying... once it's together, and with the Slider shapes well messed up, it can be very frustrating... until you solve it and then it's very satisfying again! Print the puzzle... then see if you can do it? And, if you do... post images of your success! Please refer to the print instructions and images for additional information. A zip file has been added with all of the slider files so they can be printed individually if necessary. Note: If you like this, check out all my other fun and practical designs. Print Settings Printer Brand: MakerBot Printer: MakerBot Replicator 2 Rafts: Yes Supports: No Resolution: 0.20mm / Standard in PLA Infill: 3 Shells / 35% Infill for the Retainer file. The Revolvers and Sliders can be 2 Shells and 20% Infill Notes: Easy prints, however the 'Retainer' file needs to be printed with 3 shells / 35% infill to ensure it is strong enough when screwed together. The other parts (Revolvers and Sliders) can be printed with 2 Shells / 20% infill as they don't need to be as strong. Note: Most accurate machines / good slicing apps should have no problems with these files, however the tolerances are fine so other less accurate machines may not slide / rotate as easily or screw together easily. This has been tested on a Replicator 2. Quick Tip: As you need to leave one Slider out to make space for movement it is recommended to leave out one of the vertical bar sliders (|) as the slot in the underlying Revolver looks similar so the empty space / gap is less noticeable.