The goal weight is between 325 and 350 grams. The bolts I pour are usually on the high side of that, around 340 or so.
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Guncad Digest Issue #14: Universal Pistol Frame, Printed M249 Box Mag, Super Safety Patent Trolling
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Issue #14 of the Guncad Digest is live! This newsletter rounds up the most interesting 3D2A releases, betas and news.
In this issue we check out BLC's new pistol frame, review the Not-A-Glock dev's upcoming designs, and review the Hoffman / Twin Bros super safety patent situation. Check it out at https://guncad.substack.com/
NOTE: literally minutes before publication, I received the news that /r/fosscadtoo was banned. I'll be researching this more and providing a writeup shortly.
Flashforge's recent threats to the 3D2A community have revived the discussion around privacy in printing. How do we ensure that our printers aren't spying on us, blocking us from printing and tattling on us to the feds?
I made a video reviewing three techniques you can use to protect your privacy and keep yourself safe when using Bambu printers. These techniques can extend conceptually to other printers too.
Video link: https://odysee.com/@3dprintfreedom:6/Printing-with-Privacy-on-Bambu:b
You can also find a writeup on this topic here: https://guncad.substack.com/p/special-issue-printing-with-privacy
I love this kind of work man. Please keep up what you are doing, and let me know what we can do to help!
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Guncad Digest Issue #13: Decker and MP40 Mods, More DIY Ammo, Flashforge Bends the Knee
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Issue #13 of the Guncad Digest is live! This newsletter rounds up the most interesting 3D2A releases, betas and news.
In this issue we check out great mods for the Decker and SMP40, examine some DIY ammo projects, and do a deep dive into the Flashforge drama. Check it out at https://guncad.substack.com/
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Guncad Digest Issue #12: Printable Gatling Gun, DIY Beltfed, Analog NVG, 9mm Liberator
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Issue #12 of the Guncad Digest is live! This newsletter rounds up the most interesting 3D2A releases, betas and news.
In this issue we talk about both a printed gatling gun AND a printed beltfed, review DIY analog NVG, review a modern Liberator, and much more. Check it out at https://guncad.substack.com/
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Guncad Digest Issue #11: Printable MP40, Casted Super Safety, Lever-Action AR, FOSSCAD Returns
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Issue #11 of the Guncad Digest is live! This newsletter rounds up the most interesting 3D2A releases, betas and news.
In this issue we show a printed MP40, review a DIY super safety casting guide, announce a lever-action AR15, and dive into the rebirth of FOSSCAD. Check it out at https://guncad.substack.com/
Damn cool man!
Very good to know!
Out of curiosity, how has this build performed for you? The SCS version I mean - I know the SS design itself works. I don't feel like I ever saw many reports on its actual performance, but I hope it's good!
These should work, although you may also be interested to know I'm selling a complete kit with barrel at 3D Print Freedom for quite a bit less: https://3dprintfreedom.com/product/vz-61-complete-parts-kit/
Ain't it nice to be able to post direct links to stuff like this!
The SMP40 from Black Lotus Coalition is live! The SMP40 is a printable MP40 clone that uses an aluminum tube receiver and AR9 parts.
Optional features include super safety support, a folding stock and a two-position charging handle, making it the most accurate MP40 clone available. This build is as close to the original as we can get without stamping it and machining every part by hand.
Download file: https://guncadindex.com/detail/SMp40--Stubbs:e
Purchase kits: https://3dprintfreedom.com/s/smp40
Trailer: https://odysee.com/@3dprintfreedom:6/smp40_trailer:1
I recall that Jeffrod was working on a more precise method of ECM that may be similar to what you're describing. No idea where that ever landed.
There's a question I feel that should be asked more - why aren't chamber reamers used more widely as part of the "DIY barrel" process? Are these reamers unobtainable outside of the US? I recall looking at that a while ago and it did appear they could be shipped worldwide.
I would suspect the right way to work our way towards a fully DIY intermediate caliber design is to handle one part at a time. So start with a design that only DIYs the barrel, or the bolt, etc., then progressively step towards turning more parts from commercial to DIY.
I'd be curious to hear more about your ECM taper idea. What can you share about that?
I'm so excited for the 9mm version.
I fully support upgrading the wiki tech on the Guncad Index. Can confirm that the editing experience is less than stellar.
I don't believe Albert ever actually released his work and it's not clear it's actually being actively worked on any longer.
I do think that @notsuspekt is correct that if you want the recipe for practical purposes, and you're in the US, it makes little sense to DIY it. But I do think it's a worthy area of research and I'd like to see someone revive the project.
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Guncad Digest Issue #10: Pump .308, Printable Deagle, Hybrid 15mm Shells, FOSSCAD Social Media Purge
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Issue #10 of the Guncad Digest is live! This newsletter rounds up the most interesting 3D2A releases, betas and news.
In this issue we share a 3D printed Deagle, a pump-action .308 rifle, hybrid 15mm shells, and comment on the recent 3D2A social media purge. Check it out at https://guncad.substack.com/
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/r/3D2A appears to be back up and acting normally, but we'll see if it survives the day.