The seam lines are a little bit big but I believe that has more to do with the resolution of my printer then the 3D file. The figure holds firmly together and all the joints have a nice range of motion. I had to do some sandpapering in order to make everything fit together but that is something one should expect when 3D printing. It basically works like a snap together model kit. This is my first attempt at a figure with proper “action figure” articulation. I recently got into 3D printing and I was wondering how far I could take the functionality of my models. Not really a custom but some of you might find this interesting. This could open the door for many smaller Action Figure producers to enter the market, and shine some new light on the industry. One thing is certain, we’re entering a brand new day one in which we can make our own action figures. Not only would it be a nightmare scenario to try and shut down the “sharing” of 3D Models over the web, it would be nearly impossible to stop people from printing their own versions of Licensed Products.
In a time where it seems like companies are moving away from articulation and heavy marketing of brands, and the core fan base wanting more, this could get interesting. Are companies who manufacture action figures like Hasbro, Mattel and Sideshow going to face a storm of 3D Printed home made action figures that can rival the quality of today’s standards? It looks like we may be just a few short years away from more accessible pricing of higher quality 3D Printers, including software. Thanks to board member “ Hauke” for posting up images of his “ Dan Generiko” 3D Printed Action Figure, that has 30 points of articulation, swappable hands and weapons, and is in 7 inch scale. Using digital models, you can now directly print three-dimensional solid objects of virtually any shape. 3D Printing is making it possible for customizers to create their own Action Figures.