altoids fishing kit "sunfisher"
Source: Thingiverse by Cadfinger
The altoids fishing kit "sunfisher" is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by Cadfinger. The Altoids Fishing Kit "sunfisher" 1.0 is just what it sounds like. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.
About this model
The Altoids Fishing Kit "sunfisher" 1.0 is just what it sounds like. I wanted to design a little fishing reel that is 100% printable and can be packed down into a standard Altoids tin. I got this idea while backpacking in the mountains; I stopped to camp next to a gorgeous little stream for the night and thought (insert thought bubble here): “I wish I had a small packable fishing pole so I could pull one of these trout out of the water for dinner”. As the 1.0 might suggest, this is the first iteration of the design and may evolve over time. The reel is a basic hand crank spool with a small trigger that functions as a friction break for the drum. I find that casting works best if I pay off the line at my feet first and flip-cast the bait with both hands. Use 4” zip ties (that slip right int…
Frequently asked questions
- Is this 3D model free to download?
- Yes. altoids fishing kit "sunfisher" is free to download from Thingiverse. Click the "Download free STL" button 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 Cadfinger.
- Who made this model?
- Designed by Cadfinger, 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.