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Where To Find 3D Printed Gun Files [GUIDE]

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Patrick Roberts

3D printed gun files have been all over the news with lawmakers like Steve Israel, Ed Markey, Richard Blumenthal, Chuck Schumer, and others making largely inaccurate claims about how easy it is to print a gun. Further claims by lawmakers that the printed guns will be wielded by terrorists and criminals have fueled a rather heated debate.

Back in 2013 Defense Distributed was told by the US State Department that they wouldn't be able to share the 3D firearm files on the internet due to an interpretation of ITAR. Why? Because the files and plans were being treated in the same manner as firearms being exported. In 2015, Defense Distributed filed a lawsuit against the State Department for violating their First Amendment rights.

Defense Distributed filed a lawsuit and solicited donations on their website to fight the State Department's decision. On July 10, 2018, a settlement was reached that allowed Defense Distributed to put the files back online.

Days later a federal judge granted a temporary restraining order that blocked Defense Distributed from releasing the files on defcad.com.

Firearm Policy Coalition has set up the website codeisfreespeech.com so that potential 3D printers have an easy-to-reference source for the files. The website was taken down by Amazon initially but FPC has found a suitable host for the file-sharing site.

THE ONE BIG FILE

The must-see source is by far 3D Gun Builder. For guides, builds, file sharing, and a whole lot more — 3D Gun Builder has it all.

Also, check out GetHub user maduce's FOSSCAD Library or go straight to the FOSSCAD website and download the FOSSCAD Megapack.

Some of the more notable files are as follows:

  • Flying Swallow Revolver
  • Glock .22LR Revolver Unit (Attaches to accessory rail)
  • Partisan Revolver
  • Super Liberator
  • Liberator
  • Marvel Revolver
  • Supreme Revolver
  • Zig Zag Smart Phone Gun
  • Zig Zag Revolver
  • FOSCAD Bump Stock
  • Ruger 10/22 Receiver
  • AR15 Lower

Also in the giant zip file are plans for a drop in auto sear, suppressors, grenades and more. Keep in mind that 3D printing a gun isn't an easy task and many of the files mentioned will likely not result in a working firearm.

PRINTABLE GUNS

KF5 printable MP5 clone: https://3dgunbuilder.com/rifles/kf5-3d-printed-mp5/

Liberator Pistol – https://archive.org/details/Liberator

10/22 Receiver – https://github.com/maduce/fosscad-repo/tree/master/Rifles/10_22_Receiver-Unnamed

Shutty Pistol – https://github.com/maduce/fosscad-repo/tree/master/Pistols/9mm_Shuty_AR-15_Pistol_v4.0_MP-1-unnamed

PM522 Washbear – https://github.com/maduce/fosscad-repo/tree/master/Firearms/PM522_Washbear_Revolver_v2.0-JamesRPatrick

Flying Swallow Revolver – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2630109

Grizzly Handgun – https://github.com/maduce/fosscad-repo/tree/master/Firearms/Grizzly_Handgun-Canadiangunnut

Sacramento Pistol – https://github.com/maduce/fosscad-repo/tree/master/Firearms/Sacramento_Pistol-Caboose

PRINTABLE SUPPRESSORS

We also found several plans for 3D printed suppressors while compiling this list.

5mm Supressor – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2828534

Monocore 5.56/.223 Suppressor – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2599322

Gryphon .22 Suppressor –  https://github.com/maduce/fosscad-repo/tree/master/Muzzle_Devices/22_Suppressor_Baffle_Gryphon-Remove_Kebab

Mystique Suppressor – https://github.com/maduce/fosscad-repo/tree/master/Muzzle_Devices/FOSSCAD_Mystique_Suppressor-unnamed

PRINTABLE GUN PARTS & TOOLS

How about a bunch of useful 3d printed gun parts and tools?

UpLULA M&P Shield Spacer – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2734617

Reinforced Liberator Pistol Trigger – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1615992

P320 Magazine Limiting Blocks – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2979623

Adjustable Blade Arm Brace for AR Pistol – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2934481

Colt 1911 Grips – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2852983

Glock 43 Grip Plug – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2849561

Sig P210 Grips – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2822530

AR15 Grip – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2806009

5.56/.223 Chamber Flag – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1609864

Vortex Strike Eagle Throw Lever – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1724289

XDs .45 Rear Slide Plate – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2802422

California Compliant AK Grip – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2690189

Smith & Wesson 586 & 686 Barrel Vice Pads – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2087868

Sig Sauer P938 Grips – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2323101

1911 Barrel Bushing Wrench – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5649

Glock 19 Gen4 Grip Plug – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1036926

PRINTABLE AMMO BOXES, MAGAZINES & EXTENSIONS

There are even 3d printed magazines, magazine extensions, and ammo boxes to print.

DPMS AR15 .22LR 10-Round Magazine – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2782642

200 Round .22 LR Ammo Box – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2927662

10 Round Limiter For Black Dog .22 Magazines – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2266735

Speed Loader Model 27A – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2858227

Shockwave Blade “Adaptor” – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2551583

PRINTABLE GUN STANDS, MOUNTS, HOLSTERS & MAG POUCHES

Pistol Stand – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2883255

Stack-On Security Cabinet Mount – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2859508

Walther PPK Magazine Pouch – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2831049

12-Gauge Shot Shell Holder – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2770518

AR15 Floating Wall Mount – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2757790

Walther P22 Under Table Holster – https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:2733761

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Patrick Roberts

With a passion for pistols, precision rifles, and quality gear, Patrick Roberts focuses on cutting through marketing fluff to provide information that an enthusiast can rely on. In the quest for more knowledge, Roberts spends most of his time on the range improving his skill with a firearm with drills and classes to hone his skill set.

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