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1911 Bushing Wrench - 3D Printed

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Latest gadget, printed this ergonomic 1911 barrel bushing wrench. Works great! Grip is about an inch thick at it's widest point so it fits well in the hand.

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Nice. That design seems like it would let you get much better torque control while turning. I like it!
 
I was actually surprised how easy it was to turn the bushing with it. I have a couple other patterns printed which are more traditional flat shaped. Getting enough downward pressure with them to depress the spring requires some attention. With this one it was surprisingly easy.
 
I have some 10mm neodymium magnets sitting around, I'll install and test one. Good call man!
I believe spring pressure and speed of the cup will overcome the magnet...But if you lift straight off, relieving spring pressure, it might work. Same with just a round indent that the cup fits in...Might have to incorporate a "ramp" into the indent for reassembly...
 
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