I recently built myself a Dan Pistol - a compact foam dart/nerf pistol designed by Orion Blasters! [Hardware kit bought from OutofDarts].
The blaster is an enjoyable project; it is still in beta, so be prepared for some tweaking here and there; though your milage may vary.
I wanted to create a few cosmetic components that modify the aesthetics to my liking. Files included here:
"Sci-fi" trigger with a modern appearance and cutout
Expanded rear frame plates - with options for “vents” or “star” pattern cutouts.
Stand-off type muzzle cap. This part requires you to print the front frame included here, and one (x1) M3 x 25mm hex screw and nut.
I've also included adjusted mag release arms. I was having issues with magazine retention, and I modified these parts to have larger/more pronounced catch notches.
UPDATES:
Feb 8, 2025: Have added additional options for a small top picatinny rail for mounting pistol optics. Comes in a flat and 3-degree angled variants. The two halves of the rails will be attached via a printed biscuit. These notch into slightly modified grip trigger frame parts; so those will need to be printed if you plan to install the rails. Have also added revised front frame and muzzle parts, which use two M3 x 25mm hex screws instead.
Big, big thank you to Dochartaigh for proposing these ideas and doing physical prints and prototyping!
Check out the files for the full Dan Pistol blaster over on Out of Darts' Printables page; or on the Orion Blasters Discord for additional STEP files and more!
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