3D Printed Indy Revolver

Indiana Green · Post by **Indiana Green** » Mon Feb 18, 2019 9:28 pm

Has anyone tried 3D printing an Indy gun or found good plans online? These are the best I've found on the web so far, I might give them a try on my brother's printer:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2921031

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Tue Feb 19, 2019 9:09 am

I've not heard of anyone printing a S&W. Looks like a pretty good model.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

crazyjediman24 · Post by **crazyjediman24** » Tue Feb 19, 2019 3:47 pm

Funny enough, I've just commissioned a 3D print from this fellow: https://www.facebook.com/GeekDenProps/" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Will advise when I get it! He's doing the assembly and gluing; I'll be doing the filling, painting, and weathering (my first time on a 3D printed prop, but not first time).

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Tue Feb 19, 2019 3:52 pm

His S&W looks good. He needs to paint the medallions gold though.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

crazyjediman24 · Post by **crazyjediman24** » Tue Feb 19, 2019 3:57 pm

Indiana Jeff wrote:His S&W looks good. He needs to paint the medallions gold though.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Haha, that's part of why he's fabricating, and I'm painting. Also his grips are not checkered. That'll be interesting to figure out how to do.

I didn't want to subject him to my, shall we say, zealous attention to detail. Or complete OCD. Six of one, half a dozen of the other.

Indiana Green · Post by **Indiana Green** » Tue Feb 19, 2019 4:09 pm

crazyjediman24 wrote:
Also his grips are not checkered. That'll be interesting to figure out how to do.

Actually, that was my concern with the files I found as well. I considered maybe "scoring" the plastic with a sharp blade but that would be tedious at best. Option 2 was to just not sand the grips after printing since the material tends to come out slightly textured anyway

crazyjediman24 · Post by **crazyjediman24** » Tue Feb 19, 2019 4:51 pm

Indiana Green wrote:
crazyjediman24 wrote:
Also his grips are not checkered. That'll be interesting to figure out how to do.

Actually, that was my concern with the files I found as well. I considered maybe "scoring" the plastic with a sharp blade but that would be tedious at best. Option 2 was to just not sand the grips after printing since the material tends to come out slightly textured anyway

You may be displaying it, but as it's going to be a holster filler for me, I'm trying to just let that particular bit go.

That said, I'll definitely be painting the medallions and trying my hand at accurately painting/weathering the prop, otherwise.

Indiana Green · Post by **Indiana Green** » Tue Feb 19, 2019 7:38 pm

Actually I was hoping for a quality holster filler as well, so I agree a decent paint job should suffice. My current holster prop is a cheap toy I bought at a flea market so at this point anything is an upgrade.

crazyjediman24 · Post by **crazyjediman24** » Fri Mar 15, 2019 6:35 pm

Update: it's headed my way! See below.

Asked him to leave it unpainted, with the grips off to paint separately.

Question: I'm looking to spray on a gray primer, then a color that will look blued, followed by some time with some fine grit sandpaper for weathering. What colors do you all recommended?

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Mark Raats · Post by **Mark Raats** » Sat Mar 16, 2019 3:31 am

Get it a smooth as possible and then hit it with a flat black over the whole frame. After it's dry, I suggest you use rub n buff - a combination of Ebony and Silver leaf. It's best to experiment first because it can be tricky but the result if done properly is spectacular.

This is a resin Webley I painted and aged years ago using rub n buff.

I would then try and see if genuine grips might fit your frame because if they do, a good set would finish your gun off perfectly...

Best of luck...

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Sat Mar 16, 2019 11:39 am

Good suggestion on the rub n buff.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Sun Mar 17, 2019 4:37 pm

Dang Mark... I would swear up and down that was a genuine Webley. Well done!

OP, listen to Mark... he obviously knows what he's talking about!

Indiana Green · Post by **Indiana Green** » Thu Jul 11, 2019 3:55 pm

Update!

So a couple of months ago my brother finally gave me the printed revolver pieces. I'm not sure if it was the type of machine he was using or the type of material, but the pieces are not very dense and the texture is sort of honeycombed. Might dabble with some filler and sanding before painting. As for the paint job, I intend to do a satin black with some silver dry brushing for the gunmetal effect. Here's a pic of the pieces:

https://imgur.com/5VNHiJz

captblitzdawg · Post by **captblitzdawg** » Tue Jul 16, 2019 1:13 pm

It doesn't look bad! Of course, now comes the joy of sanding, or in some cases you can get a clear "filler" that will make the print lines much less obvious. And, yes, it will be light. If you attempt to print it again, and you want to make it denser and finer (and use a lot more plastic) just change the settings before you print. I look forward to your progress pictures!

auntsugar · Post by **auntsugar** » Wed Nov 20, 2019 10:50 pm

Indiana Green wrote:Has anyone tried 3D printing an Indy gun or found good plans online? These are the best I've found on the web so far, I might give them a try on my brother's printer:

https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2921031

Interesting.....
I actually just ordered this very same 3D-printed S&W from Thingverse! It’s currently being printed and I’ll report back with a review....and photos!!!

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Sun Nov 06, 2022 2:15 pm

Ok... I wanted this version for an upcoming photoshoot, so thought I'd give it a go. Parts are printed!

I did most in black filament, with the grips being a wood composite filament. I've got a single chain link for the lanyard loop. $\:D/$

bearbeast · Post by **bearbeast** » Sun Nov 06, 2022 2:26 pm

Wow, looks good and clean. Would like to see a pic after you put it together.

Cheers,
Bear

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Mon Nov 07, 2022 9:53 pm

Now the real work begins... I take each piece and use a combination of sanding with different grits and wiping them down with acetone:

Next is some black spray paint:

While the paint is still sticky to the touch (but NOT wet), I apply graphite powder with a make-up sponge:

Next added some black acrylic washes:

Now, rinse and repeat... not a great shot, but here's the main frame after the two halves are glued together with minor filling and sanding the seams... spray painted and graphite powder added:

I then gave it another light misting of black matt spray paint to dull the shine of the graphite powder. Here are two shots, one with the light reflecting off the metallic finish and one in a more natural lighting:

I've also sanded down most of the screw heads printed into the gun as they looked pretty bad, so I plan on adding real screws once I'm done.

Stay tuned for more! $\:D/$

P.S. I should probably add... these are quick shots down with my phone for instructional purposes only.

I'll do some beauty shots with a real camera once I'm done.

bearbeast · Post by **bearbeast** » Tue Nov 08, 2022 12:04 am

Impressive! I am always in awe of people who take 3D prints and make them look like the real thing.

MikeMac · Post by **MikeMac** » Wed Nov 09, 2022 10:11 pm

This is very cool. I’m having trouble ordering the parts to make this in Canada. Would anyone know the least expensive printer that could reproduce this?

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Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Thu Nov 10, 2022 4:32 am

Why not get yourself a small 3d printer. They're getting super cheap now!

MikeMac · Post by **MikeMac** » Thu Nov 10, 2022 2:45 pm

Indy Magnoli wrote:Why not get yourself a small 3d printer. They're getting super cheap now!

I was thinking about it, Indy Magnoli. Any recommendations?

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Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Thu Nov 10, 2022 10:18 pm

I've been using a Creality printer and it works really well. But, there are so many options out there now... just search for the best deal and read the independent reviews.

Nearly done with my pistol... just want to add a few screws and do some final distressing. Stay tuned.

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Tue Nov 15, 2022 2:13 pm

All done! I replaced the printed screws with real ones. Finished with a combination of spray paint, graphite powder, acrylic paint and a little rub n' buff:

Thanks for posting that link, Green! I'm planning on using this for a photoshoot coming up in a couple of weeks. Just what I needed!

Post by **Indiana Jeff** » Tue Nov 15, 2022 3:50 pm

Looks good, Mags.

Regards,

Indiana Jeff

mr_alex · Post by **mr_alex** » Tue Nov 15, 2022 6:26 pm

Any thoughts about adding some silver paint/rub-and-buff to simulate distressing?

https://www.mrgundealer.com/shop/indian ... apty-47063

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Wed Nov 16, 2022 2:06 pm

Already have... but I think those points are playing more as natural lighting highlights in the photos rather than distressed metal. More evident in person. Though since this will be used primarily for photography, I may have to go a bit more heavy handed with the distressing...

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Thu Dec 08, 2022 4:51 pm

Another beauty shot:

bearbeast · Post by **bearbeast** » Thu Dec 08, 2022 6:55 pm

Wow, looking really good, impressive work!

Cheers,
Bear

agary7046 · Post by **agary7046** » Wed May 17, 2023 7:33 pm

Magnoli, what screws did you use for this? Ordered a 3D printed Bapty and I'm planning to use yours as a guideline. I also ordered some Smith and Wesson medallions to install which I would recommend.

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Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Wed May 17, 2023 10:01 pm

I just pulled out whatever looked good from my Drawer of Old Screws™.

Post by **Mike** » Thu May 18, 2023 7:59 am

Did Mags just admit to having a bunch of screws loose?

Looks awesome!

agary7046 · Post by **agary7046** » Thu May 18, 2023 9:40 am

I ordered this one:https://www.etsy.com/listing/1329791479 ... _purchases. I'll post updates on this thread. I'm interested to see how this turns out.

agary7046 · Post by **agary7046** » Thu May 18, 2023 1:13 pm

I'm actually ordering the 3d printed Bapty as well as the HGC HF 131 which is pretty popular. I'm planning to bash these two to create a more SA Bapty that functions. I'll start a separate post for that build once I get everything.

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Thu May 18, 2023 4:24 pm

Mike wrote: ↑Thu May 18, 2023 7:59 am Did Mags just admit to having a bunch of screws loose?

Looks awesome!

You've all known it for years anyway.

Iandiana Jones · Post by **Iandiana Jones** » Tue Dec 19, 2023 2:04 pm

Thank God I found this before I bought the one on Etsy. I have 3D printing coworkers whom I can smooth-talk with beer, etc.

To the guys who have printed it, will the cylinder accept .45 Auto dummy cartridges? Or is it off-size?

Indyguy83 · Post by **Indyguy83** » Sun Jun 02, 2024 11:08 pm

Looks great im working on a webley

Z Smith · Post by **Z Smith** » Wed Sep 04, 2024 10:27 am

I know I'm supper late to the party but I've got a buddy I'm trying to get to print this for me, and the grips keep coming off the print bed mid print. Any suggestions on how to fix?

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Wed Sep 04, 2024 3:49 pm

Do you have this problem with other prints or just this one?

Z Smith · Post by **Z Smith** » Thu Sep 05, 2024 9:23 am

Just this one mags.

Post by **Indy Magnoli** » Thu Sep 05, 2024 5:05 pm

Strange... I often have this problem (with taller prints), but this one being low to the bed and a short print, I had no trouble.

Z Smith · Post by **Z Smith** » Thu Sep 05, 2024 5:13 pm

I don't know, I'm going to try and get my printer back up and running, been having trouble with cura. I am seeing if my friend can print a different file like the webley thats been floating around thingiverse, thank you for the help. I'm 15 and started collecting about a year ago, and its so cool to talk to you guys and be able to ask y'all about different things, so thank you.

captblitzdawg · Post by **captblitzdawg** » Mon Sep 23, 2024 6:22 pm

Z Smith- I have a Neptune, and until it went wonky, it printed beautifully every time. I think the issue with mine is a leveling problem. Once I am finished moving into my new place, I will have a better idea. But I also printed the same S&W gun as Magnoli. I really like it, but I think it will be more of a display piece or for photos. I don't think it will hold up well in the holster.