Z-Butt Sculping handle & workholding

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I've been using the fantastic Z-Butt system by ZappyCappys to sculpt keycaps, and I wanted to contribute by creating a more ergonomic work-holding method. This system is simply a clamp designed to hold onto a Z-Butt Sculpting Base while you focus on sculpting, preventing accidental drops and poor posture. The design is modular so you can use the provided handle or design your own handle/fixture. It works with any Z-Butt sculpting base length, although longer ones may wobble slightly. The two clamping cams are meant to be a snug fit, using 1.75mm filament as the pivot rivet. The 6mm * 4mm hole is a 'hardy hole' allowing for attachments like an arch or ring for more leverage. ZB_Base is a tile-able holder for Z-Butt Sculpting bases when you're not actively working on the sculpt. Handles V1 and V2 are both interchangeable, depending if you have smaller or larger hands, respectively. The design is still a work in progress as I'm designing some new handles and bases to attach the clamp to. Feedback is welcome at any time.