Very much agree that we enthusiasts can be overly positive about 3d printing, but I also underestimated the 'cool factor' until I got one. It's just really fun

Very much agree that we enthusiasts can be overly positive about 3d printing, but I also underestimated the 'cool factor' until I got one. It's just really fun to model a part and then use a slicer and print it in real plastic, at least for me. It has motivated me to learn about CAD, and has been an opportunity to solve some interesting mechanical problems. Using the 3d printer is not usually practical for me, but it is a lot of fun, and I've learned a lot along the way.