BrassEnds (9mm Edition) | Bullet-Style Beads

BrassEnds: Locked In. Ready to Thread.

Bullet-inspired beads designed for hoodies, bags, gear, and creative projects. Modeled after 9mm FMJ rounds, these rugged little details add tactical style and functional flair to any corded item—whether it’s your favorite hoodie, a DIY paracord project, or even knitting and craft designs.

Part of the RangeVault series from Gizmo Gurus, BrassEnds are more than just looks—they’re built for real use, snug-fit ready, and easy to print.

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Features:

• Inspired by 9mm Luger FMJ rounds for that clean, tactical vibe
• Works with most hoodie drawstrings, 550 paracord, and worsted yarn
• Optimized for two-color printing (brass casing + copper or steel bullet tip)

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Printing Tips:

• Material: PETG or PLA/PLA+
• Use silk gold/brass filament for casing
• Use copper, gunmetal, or matte gray for projectile
• Layer Height: 0.2 mm
• No Supports Needed (designed to print cleanly upright)
• Consider using a color swap at layer 97 (19.4mm) or split model for multi-material setups. Photos show Wood Filled PLA for casing and Space Grey PLA for Projectile.

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🛠 Assembly / Use:

• Just press-fit onto your cord—the 3.75 mm hole grabs tightly without a knot.
• Use for:
  • Hoodie drawstring upgrades
  • Tactical bag zipper pulls
  • Paracord lanyards
  • Knitting accents
  • Arts & crafts, cosplay, or EDC details

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RangeVault Series:

BrassEnds are part of the RangeVault series—a line of rugged, everyday-carry-inspired 3D printables designed for style and function. Check out other RangeVault items like:

RangeVault Ammo Boxes

Flexi Glasses Case – RangeVault Edition

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