Gravity Utility Knife
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This is my gravity utility knife design. I also made a toy blade if you just want to use it as a fidget toy. If you enjoy the design a like or make would be appreciated.
Check out my new Banana Switchblade design [here](https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6644650)
You can find my other toy knife designs [here.](https://www.thingiverse.com/owentf/collections/39890750/things)
**Thanks to FormFutura for providing the High Gloss PLA ColorMorph filament used in this post. I especially like the red and black color morph. You can get some for yourself by clicking [my affiliate link](https://formfutura.com/product/high-gloss-pla-colormorph/?aff=6)**
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**Instructions**
- I recommend printing in a resolution between 0.2mm and 0.1mm
- The only part that needs supports is the handle.
- The video below shows how to assemble the knife.
- When assembling the knife it is important to note the orientation of the flexing slider. Its sides are slanted so it only works in a specific orientation.
- I would strongly suggest using a lubricant on the flexing slider. It will work without lubricant but its action is much smoother when lubricated.
- The threading on the screw is (M8x1.25) and the threading on the knob is (M5x0.8).
- If the threading is too tight try printing the screw and knob individually or scaling them down in the x and y…






