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Anyone used Shapeways.com for replacement parts?

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Anyone used Shapeways.com for replacement parts?

Posted by Lothar Hex Sun Aug 02, 2015 4:24 am

I recently picked up a Generations/Universe Drift at a local comic-con for £10. Didn't come with his swords though (he has subsequently beaten up RiD Drift and stolen his). Was looking for replacements and can see shapeways.com do 3D printed replacements from various users. Wondering if anyone has used them before and what can I expect quality wise before ordering?
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Re: Anyone used Shapeways.com for replacement parts?

Posted by Cyberpath Sun Aug 02, 2015 5:00 am

I got a pair of guns for Henkei Starscream last month during Shapeways' free-shipping campaign --

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Printed from the "White Strong & Flexible Polished" material. The quality seems fine to me. It has some texture to it when you look closely. If that's a problem. Maybe once painted? There are also other materials available.
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Re: Anyone used Shapeways.com for replacement parts?

Posted by ScottyP Sun Aug 02, 2015 10:06 am

Weapon: Battle Blades
It really depends on the material chosen. Cheaper ones are going to be more rough/unfinished and require more sanding and painting, more expensive materials will generally need less sanding.
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Re: Anyone used Shapeways.com for replacement parts?

Posted by LegendaryAntiHero Tue Aug 04, 2015 7:31 pm

not me, but I'll look into it
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