Da Vinci Code Cryptex baseed on Screen-used Prop

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These files will help you build a replica of the Cryptex featured in the movie The Da Vinci Code. All the dimensions are taken from auction photos of the screen-used cryptex. The entire project was researched and model by me. I wanted to get as close as possible to the size and function of the screen-used prop. There are several ways the screen-used prop differs from commercially-sold Da Vinci Cryptexes. This replica Cryptex can be "programed" to open with any code. Each cylinder can be changed. However, just like the screen-used prop, only the last two letters really matter. For the film they didn't want the actors to have to deal with all of the letters. Inside is room for a standard 1/2" glass test tube. PRINTING INSTRUCTIONS: Use supports for InnerTube and Gear. The rest should print fine with no supports. I printed all pieces out in metallic PLA except the LetterRing which are white. Print one of all pieces EXCEPT the following: Print 5 LetterRings Print 5 Gear Print 2 of each End piece (1-5) FINAL ASSEMBLY: 1) Side one LetterRing over each Gear, aligning the slot on the back of the gear with the desired letter. Slide each assembly onto the OuterTube in order. 2) Slide the LockRing on to the end of the OuterTube. Two small screws (2-56 x 1/4 flathead) should be inserted in the countersunk holes on the LockRing to lock it into place. Be certain your screws are flat and small enough that they do not sitck out above the countersink, or the RuneRing will not slip over it. 3) Slip the Rune Ring over the end of the OuterTube. Align the tab on the inside. 4) Using superglue attach the OuterRuneEnd to the flat end of the Outer Tube. Align the two pegs to glue it down. IMPORTANT: Be sure to have the arrow of the OuterRune End pointing toward the arrow on the other side of your Cryptex. 5) Stack all the all the flat discs, called End Pieces (1-5) together, lining them up with the keyed peg. Use a bit of super glue between each piece. Do both this for both ends. 6) Glue one of your assembled End Pieces to each end of your finished Cryptex.