Found a ridiculously good deal on this body on eBay, decided to take a chance. Meter and shutter speeds all seem fine, body is in fantastic shape considering what I paid for it. Got a roll of film in it now, waiting to see the final results.
So if I'm spamming this thread or running afoul of the rules, lemme know. Put a lot of work into finishing these guys up, would love to get some feedback.
So the leftmost one and the snub-nosed blaster were made with metal-infused PLA. The receiver and silver parts are unpainted, just sanded and buffed smooth. This stuff is fantastic, and looks just like steel when finished.
The middle one is a combination of resin prints and airbrushing. I like it, but it doesn't have the same weight and is a little more brittle. It's not finished, but it's 90% there.
Both grips were made with two-part resin and dye.
All three are based on Anders fantastic STL.
I finally finished up these two, more or less. There are some last minute items I may adjust here or there, but those are mostly just changes for fit and tolerances. My last post seemed to generate some interest, so I figured I'd go through the process a bit.
First, these are both based off the excellent Anders STL, while the snub nose is a modification of the same design from Jonochan. Galactic Armory makes an excellent snub nosed version as well that's sturdier and easier to print, but I like the functionality of this design. Also, I'm a bit of a masochist and enjoy the more difficult build.
This was printed at .16 detail on a Bambu X1C. I started off this build hoping to just polish down pure silver PLA, and while you can sand and buff it down to a glossy finish, it doesn't really have the right patina to look like metal. More than that, some of the parts are pretty delicate - there's an area on the back end of the receiver that snaps off if you look at it funny. I ended up using Protopasta Stainless Steel-infused PLA. Not only does this PLA print cleaner and feels stronger, it adds a bit of heft to your final print. When you sand it down, it looks very much like roughly-used stainless steel.
The black parts were printed using a resin printer and painted with lacquer-black glossy spraypaint. On the full size blaster there are places to screw in the M3 screws to keep the clip holder (the black part under the barrel) in place, but for the snub nose I had to do some drilling to keep it mounted. For sanding I used a cordless drill with a 3" sanding disc and sponge insert. The sponge insert is very important, as it allows you to better control the pressure you're applying and work around curved areas. I started out wet-sanding with 80 grit and eventually went up to 2000 grit. After that I hit everything with a nail buffing sponge.
The grips were made from dyed two-part resin. I originally printed a white resin pair of grips, then created a silicon mold. They're a little rough at the edges and could probably use a little trimming, but otherwise I'm happy with the final product. I used a mix of orange and tobacco dye - though next time I might swirl in a bit more tobacco coloring at the edges. I figure everyone seems to smoke in the Blade Runner universe, might as well make make it look like it.
The bolt handle is functional on both, but for these guys it's important to remember that even with metal infused PLA it's still just printed plastic. You don't want to slam the handle back and forth or something's going to break pretty quickly.
I have a bunch of resin-printed parts and may make some others in the future; maybe some with either more wear and tear or a pristine, flat black version. I dunno, we'll see. I've been a bit obsessive in trying to get this just right, meaning I've got a ton of leftover parts. So that's pretty much it. If you have any questions, hit me up and I'd be happy to answer them. Hope you dig the final products!
I finally finished up these two, more or less. There are some last minute items I may adjust here or there, but those are mostly just changes for fit and tolerances. My last post seemed to generate some interest, so I figured I'd go through the process a bit.
First, these are both based off the excellent Anders STL, while the snub nose is a modification of the same design from Jonochan. Galactic Armory makes an excellent snub nosed version as well that's sturdier and easier to print, but I like the functionality of this design. Also, I'm a bit of a masochist and enjoy the more difficult build.
This was printed at .16 detail on a Bambu X1C. I started off this build hoping to just polish down pure silver PLA, and while you can sand and buff it down to a glossy finish, it doesn't really have the right patina to look like metal. More than that, some of the parts are pretty delicate - there's an area on the back end of the receiver that snaps off if you look at it funny. I ended up using Protopasta Stainless Steel-infused PLA. Not only does this PLA print cleaner and feels stronger, it adds a bit of heft to your final print. When you sand it down, it looks very much like roughly-used stainless steel.
The black parts were printed using a resin printer and painted with lacquer-black glossy spraypaint. On the full size blaster there are places to screw in the M3 screws to keep the clip holder (the black part under the barrel) in place, but for the snub nose I had to do some drilling to keep it mounted.
For sanding I used a cordless drill with a 3" sanding disc and sponge insert. The sponge insert is very important, as it allows you to better control the pressure you're applying and work around curved areas. I started out wet-sanding with 80 grit and eventually went up to 2000 grit. After that I hit everything with a nail buffing sponge.
The grips were made from dyed two-part resin. I originally printed a white resin pair of grips, then created a silicon mold. They're a little rough at the edges and could probably use a little trimming, but otherwise I'm happy with the final product. I used a mix of orange and tobacco dye - though next time I might swirl in a bit more tobacco coloring at the edges. I figure everyone seems to smoke in the Blade Runner universe, might as well make make it look like it.
The bolt handle is functional on both, but for these guys it's important to remember that even with metal infused PLA it's still just printed plastic. You don't want to slam the handle back and forth or something's going to break pretty quickly.
I have a bunch of resin-printed parts and may make some others in the future; maybe some with either more wear and tear or a pristine, flat black version. I dunno, we'll see. I've been a bit obsessive in trying to get this just right, meaning I've got a ton of leftover parts. So that's pretty much it. If you have any questions, hit me up and I'd be happy to answer them. Hope you dig the final products!
Edit: Just to be 100% clear, this is only a prop and is incapable of actually firing anything. The barrel is plugged and the triggers locked in place.
So I've had my teeth sunk into this project for the last few months. Been experimenting with various ways to get the metal look just right - tried buffing, airbrushing, even graphite rubbing all with mixed results.
My best result has been to use steel infused PLA, progressively sanding it down and then hitting it with a nail buffer. Not only does the material look like actual brushed steel, it has an added heft that's just really nice.
The black parts are resin printed, while the grips are two-part molds with colored dye.
The project isn't quite done - I plan on either airbrushing the barrels or just printing them up in matching steel color, and I need to add an orange plug.
Also, just so everyone's clear these are non-functioning props based on the Anders STL files. They cannot function in any way.
So I've had my teeth sunk into this project for the last few months. Been experimenting with various ways to get the metal look just right - tried buffing, airbrushing, even graphite rubbing all with mixed results.
My best result has been to use steel infused PLA, progressively sanding it down and then hitting it with a nail buffer. Not only does the material look like actual brushed steel, it has an added heft that's just really nice.
The black parts are resin printed, while the grips are two-part molds with colored dye.
The project isn't quite done - I plan on either airbrushing the barrels or just printing them up in matching steel color, and I need to add an orange plug. Also, just so everyone's clear these are non-functioning props based on the Anders STL files. They cannot function in any way.
Bought a brick of this stuff just before they discontinued it. Both are refrigerator stored - the Silk expired in 2018, the FP-100C in 2016. Hate parting with them, but I honestly just need the cash more.
Asking $450 for the pair. I'm NYC based and ideally would like to meet in person, but I'm willing to ship. Not looking for trades.
So I've had a few questions on the blasters I've been working on, thought I'd share the current progress. Hope this isn't spamming the subreddit with these thing. I'm currently working on three blaster projects, one a restoration and two 3D prints.
The top is an Off-Worlds Blaster I'm going to restore, give the upper receiver a flat black coat.
The middle one is an Anders print which I've been experimenting with polishing the silver PLA to see if it would be possible to create something entirely devoid paint. For this, I use a rotary tool with a sanding disc using progressive wet-sanding starting at 80 grit moving up to 2000 grit. This is followed up with a buffing sponge.
So far only the receiver has been polished, and while I think it's possible I haven't been able to get the patina just isn't right. I may hit one of them with primer, some gunmetal and rust and call it a day. When I'm feeling a bit more daring I may give it another go with metal-infused PLA and see what happens.
The bottom is mostly an Anders STL with a stub-nosed receiver. Still printing up the bottom portion, then I'll start sanding and prepping it. Otherwise, so far I'm happy with the results so far. The grips are two-part resin molds I made a few years back.
Happy to take any advice, thoughts or criticism!
Just an update on my latest 3D print. The print itself is 90% complete, minus a few parts here and there. The upper receiver has been polished, and I’m 50/50 whether or not I’m going to paint it or leave it. The rest needs a good sanding and buffing prior to painting. The white part is resin printed, leftover from a kit I printed a few years ago, while the grips I made from a two-part mold.
So I’m trying something g new with this print. I’m using standard PLA, but progressive sanding and buffing to get a brushed-steel finish. No paint or filler.
So far so good. This one is a rough draft, but once I get it to a place I’m happy with I’m gonna try to make something really nice.
Hey all, NYC-based seller here. So I've hit a bit of a hard spot and I need to sell some gear. Looking to sell in-person, but I'd be willing to mail these items if necessary.
So the first thing I'm looking to sell is my Voigtlander 35mm 1.2. Lens and glass are in excellent condition, and comes with a vented lens hood.
Looking for $450
Second is the TTArtisan 21mm 1.5. Again, the lens is in outstanding condition and comes with a square lens hood.
Looking for $375
After that I have a Leica 35mm 3.5 Summaron. I hate selling this guy, but I have a half dozen 35mm lenses, so it's hard to argue to keep it.
Looking for $650
Next is a 7Artisan 75mm 1.25 II. Again, I hate selling it but you know how it is.
Looking for $350
After that I've got a Wooden and Chrome grip for my IIIG. I believe it also fits the IIIF and IIIC.
Looking for $75
I also have a TTArtisan 100mm 2.8 "Bubble Bokeh." Great little portrait lens.
Looking for $200
Lastly, a few oddballs.
I have a Canon 50mm f2 Serenar LTM lens. It's very much a beater lens, but the glass is in excellent condition.
SOLD!
I also have some Nikon lenses that have been collecting dust. I have a 24-85mm 3.5-4.5 and a 12-24mm DX. The 24-85 is a beater but functions fine and the glass is in good shape, but the 12-24 is in excellent condition. Looking to sell as a pair.
Call it $200 for the two and I'm happy.
Decided to take another look at a helmet I printed a while ago. The helmet was... fine, but uninspired. Decided to add some weathering using an airbrush and dry brushing. Need to re-install the visor material, but after that I'm calling it done.
Hey all! So I've got some bills coming up and need to sell off some gear. Not excited about selling these guys, but you know how it is.
Voigtlander 35mm f1.2 M Mount - Excellent condition, comes with a vented hood. Asking $450
Leica 35-70 f3.5 Vario Elmar-R - has some minor cleaning marks on the front element, no impact on the final image. Wasn't going to sell this, but I recently picked up a very similar lens and don't need two of the same thing. Asking $450
Jupiter-9 85mm f2 Contax / Kiev Mount - Excellent condition, glass is pristine. Asking $200
Leica IIIC/IIIG Chrome / Mahogany Grip - bought this, then immediately found a great deal on a Leicavit rapidwinder. So, you know... don't need it. Asking $100
Fotofox RF Contx to M39 Lens Adaptor - used this for the 85mm on my IIIG. Don't use it enough to hold onto it. Asking $70
Looking for in-person pickup in Manhattan. Willing to mail in the U.S. if you cover shipping.
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