✏️ Flip-Open Pencil & Gadget Case (Vintage Style)
Step back in time with a modern 3D-printed twist! Inspired by the classic pivoting wooden pencil boxes of the past, this Flip-Open Case features a satisfying dual-action design: the main body smoothly pivots open to reveal your gear, while a sleek sliding lid slides seamlessly into place to lock everything down securely.

While it's a nostalgic masterpiece for pens and stationery, its rugged utility makes it an incredible multi-purpose organizer. It is the perfect compact companion for your workbench to store 3D printer nozzles, hex keys, spare screws, or electronics components!

🌟 What's New? (Updated Today!)
Smoother, More Effective V2 Design: This latest update completely refines the pivoting tolerances and sliding tracks. The lid now glides with zero resistance, and the main hinge action is incredibly fluid while remaining secure in your bag or on your desk.

📦 Hardware Required
1 x M5 Bolt (M5 x 30mm is standard, but an M5 x 24mm works flawlessly too!)
1 x M5 Nut (Optional: The screw channels are designed to tightly tap themselves as you thread the bolt in, meaning you can skip the nut entirely if you use a shorter bolt!)

🖨️ Recommended Print Settings
This model has been meticulously engineered to be a quick, hassle-free print with absolutely zero post-processing headache.

Supports: None! All pieces are designed to print cleanly without any support material.
Infill: 10% (Grid or Gyroid).
Crucial Strength Tip: To ensure the pivot joint doesn't crack or wear down over time, change your **** Wall Line Count to 4 (or extra perimeters). This simple tweak gives the bolt holes massive structural integrity!

Organize your gear in style! 🛠️ If you love this mechanical throwback, please hit the Like button, leave a review, and post photos of what you're storing inside your case in the comments below!

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Flip open pencil case

0.2mm layer, 2 walls, 15% infill