Trimesh Necktie

Last crawled date: 4 years, 7 months ago

Update:
There is a newer version of this model, which is way cooler.
Original posting:
Remixing some awesome chain mail from @dfyler into a sweet tie. These models are pretty heavy, and I can't actually upload the STLs because they're all too large for Thingiverse. The STEPs should be readily convertible by anyone nerdy enough to wear this tie though!
If you're lucky enough to print the whole tie at once you can, but I had to break it up into two parts. Once you print the top and bottom sections, print four connecting links and cut them at their weak point with a pair of flush-cutters. You can then "sew" the two parts together with the links. For the adjustable neck band, I used some double-sided velcro with the soft side facing inwards (see picture).
The only complaint I have with this design is that it's TOO flexible. The tie kinda collapses on itself over time. I will be making a new version with some additional support built in to keep it from collapsing.