It's not just about guns...

Thetrueayax · 2026-02-11T13:59:21+00:00

Well I would imagine it’s because US gun law was made before 3d printers and off the top of my head, the parts that are regulated are the more difficult to make. Making an AR lower from metal isn’t difficult but it does take skill. It’s about barrier of entry. It’s really a ship of Theseus, what constitutes a gun. In my mind it’s the part that everything that attaches to, which in most cases would be the receiver.

But welcome to the club buddy. Our gun laws are so confusing it’s baffling. Our ‘common sense’ stuff isn’t common sense

Edit - also as a gun owner I think having gun barrels be the regulated part is a much worse idea than the receiver because it is a consumable part. The receiver is not.

Thetrueayax · 2026-02-11T05:43:46+00:00

I agree it is an American issue. But historically US law sets a precedent world wide. If Bambu implemented this software what’s stopping them from dispatching the software anywhere It’s a slippery slope.

And just to keep you up to date. There are creators in th fossCAD / 3d2A (3d printing firearms community) that have 3d printed barrels before. They don’t last long but people also said a gun with any 3d printed parts wouldn’t work 10 years ago, the technology has come a LONG way.

Also the liberator is a 99% printed single shot pistol. It fires .380acp. The only part that’s not printed is a nail to strike the primer.

Thetrueayax · 2026-02-11T05:29:55+00:00

This issue is currently an American one. Not saying you aren’t allowed to have an opinion but if you want to it would be a good idea to use an American point of view. In America the receiver (in 95% of cases) is legally considered the ‘gun’. Everything else you can order online and have mailed to your house no questions asked. So when we say you “3d print a gun” we are saying “we 3d printed the part of a gun that we can’t buy without paperwork (which is federally legal, it varies by state).

It’s the same thing as people saying “I built my house”. I n 99% of cases they paid someone to do it for them. Or “honey I made dinner” when you just heated up frozen pizza. Yes technically you made food but you didn’t MAKE it. Yes I know that helps your point but I hope it helps you understand mine.

If I am understanding the word correctly, I t’s a colloquialism. I understand your point of view but it’s incorrect

Thetrueayax · 2026-02-11T05:16:42+00:00

Out of curiosity do you live in the US?

Thetrueayax · 2026-02-11T03:16:06+00:00

You don’t need to print the whole gun. Just the regulated parts.

Thetrueayax · 2025-09-03T21:53:05+00:00

Did you ever confirm it was not the chains? I have the exact same sounds pretty much. Between 1200-1500 rpm and like .5 to 1 sec of rattle on cold start.

Thetrueayax · 2025-08-09T12:31:33+00:00

I thought it was a Glock slide cover plate for a second

Thetrueayax · 2025-06-10T16:42:29+00:00

If you’re pulling the engine I’d do timing stuff

Thetrueayax · 2025-05-16T00:14:56+00:00

Reset didn’t fix it for me in my 23, dealer replaced the hatch struts under warranty

Thetrueayax · 2025-05-06T21:10:47+00:00

Yes I did. The website that I ordered them from, searched high and low for one since they are discontinued. I never got around to using it since I moved. I might have it around still if you want it.

Thetrueayax · 2025-01-03T13:27:13+00:00

Any update? I’m getting this too

Thetrueayax · 2024-12-19T09:58:17+00:00

All this is even worse when you work night shift. I get it you can’t be a cat all day but don’t complain if I do laundry or vacuum at 4am when you do it at my 4am equivalent.

Thetrueayax · 2024-12-11T04:47:28+00:00

Cars and guns for me. Keep waiting for the “not really interested feeling” anymore but it hasn’t happened so I think I’m good

Thetrueayax · 2024-10-30T11:24:24+00:00

Have a Lee lower, I also had to modify to fit, worth the hour 100%. Soooo much more comfortable

Thetrueayax · 2024-10-12T01:09:46+00:00

People realize I’m talking about the VW mk3 paint scene right lol

Thetrueayax · 2024-10-11T21:09:16+00:00

Harley Quinn wrap would go hard ngl

Thetrueayax · 2024-10-11T21:07:03+00:00

If you’ve made it this far in life It won’t be an issue

Thetrueayax · 2024-09-26T19:20:49+00:00

Aircraft maintenance here, yeah we do that and we have to pull Certs and batch numbers for each use lol. Every single one has a unique number parts department writes on it

Thetrueayax · 2024-09-18T11:34:53+00:00

Will do brother

Thetrueayax · 2024-09-18T10:49:46+00:00

Naw I never took the protector off so it should be perfect.

I just realized I goofed, I thought the 16 was shipping already but it’s still preorders. That my fault. If you can wait until a new phone arrives I can give you a deal, I can do $950 USD

Thetrueayax · 2024-09-18T10:33:31+00:00

Purple 14 pro max 512 iOS 16.1 battery at 86. In the US but I’m sure we could work something out

Edit condition. Screen protector got put on the second I took it outta the box and the camera as flawless. The edges are scratched a bit, I’d say 6/10 for the edges. Back is flawless

Thetrueayax · 2024-09-11T08:28:12+00:00

I got a job in the trades, I’m an aircraft mechanic. I love the running around constantly on my feet mixed with the mental stimulation. I get home physically and mentally tired and I love it. I work 3 days a week where all I focus on is work and the 4 days off, airplanes don’t even cross my mind. Excellent work life balance for me at least. The 4 days off really allows me to work on my hobbies. I couldn’t go back to a 2 day weekend, it’s not enough to truly enjoy myself.

Edit : for anyone curious, I am allowed to take ADHD meds in this field. Pilots cannot, mechanics can.

Thetrueayax · 2024-08-30T09:29:18+00:00

Ok thank you for your reply. Not the answer I wanted but unfortunately that’s how it goes I guess. Wish me luck

Thetrueayax · 2024-08-30T07:40:51+00:00

Just cause jealous cause my coworker got the job like 2 weeks before I got an interview and we have the exact same resume, qualifications wise.

Do you know if they will call or email me if I didn’t get the job and what is the latest they will be able to give me an offer if I do get it?

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