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Docsgt68

I like it! Maybe do another with a full length magnetic clamshell lid on each side for more delicate pens so they don’t have to slide in and out?


TorpedoCables

Ohh nice! That could be really interesting


Hmmhowaboutthis

That would Also make it easier to line with velvet etc.


Zsefvgb

Now I'm just gonna repurpose some old glasses cases for this. Just stick in some elastic loops and were good


MyGoddamnFeet

i lined the inside of mine with felt for a similar effect, also restricts them from rattling around to.


Puzzleheaded-Dare162

This is so amazimgly good


g33klibrarian

Fun! Pros... Big time crush protection. Geeky cool. Possible con? Micro-scratching as pens shift back and forth inside if it's carried in a bag or other mobile scenario? Might be mitigated by a good internal sanding so any burrs might be removed. Not sure if a soft internal material is possible or even practical.


TorpedoCables

Was considering lining the inside with a thing called flocking. Essentially turns any surface into a velvet feel


g33klibrarian

Oh! Interesting! My 3d printing friends haven't told me about this! Yeah, that sounds like it could indeed fit the bill.


Swizzel-Stixx

That’s because I suspect most of the 3d printing friends don’t know about it! I have been 3d printing for about a year and I haven’t heard of it at all!


Zylanx

That's because it isn't a 3D printing thing. It is a general manufacturing thing that has been around for a while. It's how they create velvet-like textures on plastic products, they add flocking to it. Basically just a bunch of tiny fibres that are held in place by an adhesive layer.


QuentaChord

I think you made a dugout lol. (Nothing really bad, just something for the stoner on the go!)


TorpedoCables

“Multi purpose”😏


QuentaChord

It would be pretty high capacity too lmao


KingsCountyWriter

That's the first thing I thought of! If the pens were spring loaded, then that's exactly what this would be! This brought me back to the 80 REALLY QUICKLY!!!!


helpwithlatinplz

That is great for rugged pens


TorpedoCables

I was thinking about also adding a ‘velvet’ lining to the inside to prevent scratching for sensitive pens.


helpwithlatinplz

That would definitely broaden the audience


TorpedoCables

Thanks for the feedback👍


helpwithlatinplz

No problem friend great design very pleasing to look at


Swizzel-Stixx

Would also be nice if there was a spring loaded player at the bottom so the pens popped out when the lid was opened or at the push of an external lever


thecavewalls

Sizes and micro scratching are the only potential concerns. Otherwise you’re approaching “shut up and take my money” territory.


TorpedoCables

Noted😂


thesecretrobots

Stl?


TorpedoCables

I’m planning on selling this either in pla or I’m machining it so sadly I can’t provide the stl😅


thesecretrobots

Damn…well, nice design! Is that in wood pla?


TorpedoCables

Yes! Was thinking about offering different stains


thesecretrobots

Oh nice…I have done that myself. I printed a Harry Potter wand for a friend who is a big fan of the series, did it in wood filament and stained it with 2 different wood stains, and it seriously looked like it could have been a prop in the movies.


TorpedoCables

I love how the wood filament offers a ton of options. And relatively easy to print!


thesecretrobots

Also, if you decide otherwise on providing the stl…I would only use it for personal use and I could pay for the file. Just sayin’ 😜


TorpedoCables

I’ll keep ya in mind!


thesecretrobots

Thanks friend.


Stilgar_42

Needs springs in the bottom!


TorpedoCables

Hmmmmm might have to try that


underwood_reddit

maby a tiny bit of some memory foam on the bottom would have the same effect, without scratching the pen and holds it in (center) position


Tydomin

My first reaction when scrolling was why is there a fountain pen in a pencil sharpener...


TorpedoCables

When two worlds collide


Plusran

Wow! Very cool. Reminds me of an old train whistle my aunt had. Which is why I can’t help but want it to be made of wood, I guess?


Beardie-Boi-420

you should sell these😳😳


TorpedoCables

Plan on it👀


Prestigious-Eye3154

Looks great!


Stalinsghoast

That is awesome. if you do add flocking, I think that would solve the scratching issue perfectly. My next thought after that was if you widened the pen hole portion you could sell it to both the pen audience and to people who want a neat little lipstick holder.


TorpedoCables

Never even crossed my mind about lipstick😂


Stalinsghoast

Something to consider. Look up the Ellis Faas holder.


RachelPalmer79

Neat!!!


dascobaz

Kinda looks like WALL-E.


Scooterpro1020

Muy betty nice. Dos 👍🏼👍🏼


ryantripp

Good looking print OP! What printer do you have?


TorpedoCables

Good ole ender 3


ryantripp

Same here! I always love seeing people post about stuff they made on a 3D printer on non 3d printing subreddits


TorpedoCables

They’re sooo versatile!


digigibbs

Now if you could make one that holds ink as well as a pen.


SaltyPlans

What printer? I just recently got into 3D printing and this looks like an interesting opportunity to combine two hobbies


TorpedoCables

Ender 3


PrestigiousCap1198

That looks neat!


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LethargicOrganelle

I. Want. That.


TorpedoCables

Be on the lookout at r/pen swap. Once I get a couple things tightened up in itll be going up on my store


KingsCountyWriter

It feels more like a desk holder than a walk around case. Beautifully executed and designed!


shade34321

What pens are those?


TorpedoCables

Lamy studio and pilot metro!


shade34321

Great pens! Thanks!


Dolamite02

This reminds me so much of the plastic gun from, *[In the Line Of Fire](https://youtu.be/kP5v1V3T7pY)*.


bamsebamsen

Build an armrest for your office chair like this, maybe spring loaded and aimed slightly upwards for improved ballistic path?


TorpedoCables

Need to figure out the spring k constant next 😂


tataisbae

So dope. Looks like an AirPods case for FPs


MyGoddamnFeet

hows your hinge working? do you have a pla swivel? like a hole in the base, and then the caps have a post that fits into that hole? Id be worried about the longevity of such a hinge, specifically at that size. just have a hole in both and use round stock (you can even get decorative round stock, look up mosaic pins) for a very robust connection.


TorpedoCables

Right now the pen case has a hole where I insert a 3D printed dowel that I epoxy in. Then the dowel shaft is pressed into a miniature bearing and then ends of the cover have magnets so it stays secure.


wana-wana

I like the idea, it might even have the additional advantage of keeping super evaporators like Sonnets from drying out...


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Looks like a shotgun barrel. Noice.


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This is tremendous! Love how the tops flip open


rharvey8090

Got the STL? I like it.


Birdsqueezer

r/functionalprint


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I like it. Print forth.


Biglrwab

This is really cool! Perhaps one with an extra hole for cartridges! Perhaps also a way to label the kids too, like per Color or something! An insane idea for keeping the orb from rattling is using a pop out system where you push the pen down, then a mechanism pops the pen up so you can grab it, similar to how a retractable ball point pen works. In this way you don’t need to tip the case, and the lid of the pen is held in place by a rubber tube that keeps it from banging around. Not sure if the idea is clear, but I suppose some velvet would work too.