Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Tsuba for Katana style Bokken (bokutō 木刀) is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory. Use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link on this page to open the original listing and grab the file, or save it to your print queue in the free Thinger app.

Designed by Andrew Forster, published on MyMiniFactory. Please credit the creator when sharing your print.

Can I print this at home?

Yes. This is a printable 3D model intended for home FDM and resin printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings.

Tsuba for Katana style Bokken (bokutō 木刀) 3D printable model by Andrew Forster

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Tsuba for Katana style Bokken (bokutō 木刀)

Source: MyMiniFactory by Andrew Forster

The Tsuba for Katana style Bokken (bokutō 木刀) is a free printable 3D model from MyMiniFactory by Andrew Forster. Here is a basic Tsuba design for a Katana style Bokken (bokutō 木刀). You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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45 saves Source: MyMiniFactory Updated 2026-10-17 Print time: 1h 50m Filament: 13 g License: DOWNLOAD-SHARE-MAINTAIN-LICENSE-CREDIT-REMIX-NONCOMMERCIAL · non-commercial

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About this model

Here is a basic Tsuba design for a Katana style Bokken (bokutō 木刀). It was based on the existing Tsuba on one of my Bokkens. While there are already Tsuba designs on other 3D websites, I thought I'd make one just so I could have a different colour on my own Bokkens. I for some reason like making my things from scratch rather than downloading existing designs. Print time at 0.15mm with a 30% infill was about 1 hour 50 minutes. I normally use 15% infill for my prints, but felt that a higher infill would give better impact resistance. Of course it all still depends on the material used, which in my case was PLA. The design measures at 7.85mm x 7.85mm x 6mm, and as shown in the photos fits my bokken. It was a tight fit, but the original this was based on was a tight fit also. Both STL and OBJ …

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Tsuba for Katana style Bokken (bokutō 木刀) is free to download from MyMiniFactory. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from MyMiniFactory" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by MyMiniFactory, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by Andrew Forster.
Who made this model?: Designed by Andrew Forster, published on MyMiniFactory. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?: Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.