Is this 3D model free to download?

Yes, Painting Handle 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 karakulli, 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.

Painting Handle 3D printable model by karakulli

Painting Handle

Source: Thingiverse by karakulli

The Painting Handle is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by karakulli. This is a painting handle capable of holding miniatures with bases of 25mm as well as 32mm in diameter but not limited to this. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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10,162 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-10-31 License: CC-BY-NC · non-commercial 109 makes Category: Decor & Art

Tags: 3D Miniatures, art, boardgame, boardgames, citadel, dd, dnd miniature, dungeons and dragons, grip, handle, holder, mini, miniature, miniatures, nightvault

About this model

This is a painting handle capable of holding miniatures with bases of 25mm as well as 32mm in diameter but not limited to this. The handle makes it much easier to hold a miniature during painting. It has 2 different slots for bases of different diameter. There is also a slot on the bottom where you could glue in a 10x1 magnet in order to stick it to some metallic surface (can lids?). UPDATE 10 May 2018: Version 3.3.3 uploaded. Many improvements are made to the design. Among them are: - Caps design is changed and is now less prone to breaks - Center point of the slot for 25mm bases is shifted so now bases are held much better - Pins are added to the sides of the handle so it is easier to open - All parts are oriented correctly so no need to rotate them before printing Old version of the han…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?: Yes. Painting Handle 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 karakulli.
Who made this model?: Designed by karakulli, 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.