Hi, I've made a few more rings. Am I wrong or is the stainless steel material getting smoother this days? Grail Ring Ornament Ring Target Ring M Ring Spiral Ring
I don't know about it getting smoother but my last order needed considerable cleaning. I have one model that I frequently order and it has lettering on it - the last two models had a lot of bits of that corn whatever used to clean it stuck in many places. Very laborious to clean out with a jewellers pick. Now, I can live with that, but what about any customers who order it? Doesn't look good on me or Shapeways. Was not a problem in the past and I'm hoping that was just a one time occurrence. Oh, yes, I also never order rings in gold-plate any more. It comes off over time and looks like crap. Glenn
Hi Glenn, I had one ring that has to be cleaned, too. I thought this was cause of the bronze finishing. I agree, this shouldn't happen but it was no big deal for me. You are right, the gold material always looks a little bit cheap but I found it still worth the price. Massive gold would look certainly better. I think i.competitive service.com is offering it but I don't think they sell it a lot cause the price is massive too, I guess. I really love the standard stainless steel material shapeways is offering.