Spy's Knife from Team Fortress 2

Spy's Knife

Team Fortress 2

Printing

Atached print profile is used for both blades and handle componentry. 

• The blades are printed with adaptive layers to achieve a smoother slope.

• 100% infill is used to add weight and structure to the prop.

Post-Print Processing

The post-print process is performed on each item seperately prior to assembly.

1. Glue segmented parts together:

   • Two halves of blades

   • Two pieces of latch

2. Sand down print lines with sandpaper.

3. Fill defects and major print lines with putty filler.

4. Repeat sand + fill to achieve smooth finish (or until all patience is lost).

5. Paint with acrylic based spray paint.

6. Coat with a satin clear coat finish.

Detail

Black electrical tape is used to create the detail on the handles.

Assembly

Assembly will require 2off M10x16mm Dowels (Pins), each for a pair of handles.

While assembly is straight forward, here are some pointers:

• Blade holes must achieve a clearance fit - blade will rotate freely around the pin. Sand or file down the blade holes if fit is too tight.

• Handle holes must achieve a pressed fit - pin should be pressed into the handle holes with no budging. Tap the pins carefully with a hammer for this.

• Glue is used for all remaining connections.

• To ensure the blade swivels freely between the handles, there should be a very small gap between the handles and the blade. Use a blunt tool like a screwdriver to gently wedge the handles apart after assembly.