Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Swimbait Fishing Lure is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link to open the original listing by the creator.

Where do I download the STL file?

The download is hosted by Thingiverse. Use the "Download from Thingiverse" 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 jakejake, published on Thingiverse. 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.

Swimbait Fishing Lure 3D printable model by jakejake

Swimbait Fishing Lure

Source: Thingiverse by jakejake

The Swimbait Fishing Lure is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by jakejake. This lure is now for sale at Shapeways! It now has chambers for larger BBs and weight is offset for better action. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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5,512 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-05 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial 40 makes Category: Outdoor & Garden

Tags: bait, fish, fishing, lure

About this model

This lure is now for sale at Shapeways! It now has chambers for larger BBs and weight is offset for better action. Updates for thingiverse coming soon Here's an awesome demonstration video of the lure by TallFishermanJ: This lure Prints in one piece and has multiple hinged segments that loosen up once the lure is bent back and forth a few times. This gives it a swimming action and it has internal chambers for adding metal bbs for rattles. I also experimented with a handful of other lure designs, you can see them here. Printing: This lure prints laying flat on its side, using support. Once printed, the support can be cut off and once the lure is bent at the joints, they should loosen up. PLA at 0.1mm layer height with an 0.8mm shell thickness. The red lure pictured here was printed with a s…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Swimbait Fishing Lure is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?: The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by jakejake.
Who made this model?: Designed by jakejake, published on Thingiverse. 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.