3D Printed Stock

[dcali]

Cool idea. Not without its technical challenges, but I could imagine it working. Materials are getting better constantly, as are clever printing techniques (like if you print at an angle, you can make long parts in a single piece if you've got the patience for it). I imagine that if you got the specifics right, you could make them considerably cheaper than a traditional stock, and with more options.

 

[dcali]

What would it cost materials wise. Carbon fiber isnt cheap.

They vary widely. You can get some for about $50 a kilo, or $500 depending on details. I can't imagine you'd want to use it for the whole print though. There are printers that can print two separate materials on the same part.

 

[plinker4life]

Saw this today on Rimfire Central, the OP made this 3D printed benchrest stock. I thought this was quite innovative and wondered if anyone here has been experimenting with similar applicatons?

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If anyone is interested in the test results here is a link to the thread.

3D printed benchrest stock.

Just wanted to share a stock project I have been working on. I am sure you all have noticed price increase and unavailability in stocks lately. I thought why not try to 3D print an Unlimited capable stock. I finally have my first prototype stock put together. Just to be clear I have no...

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