By LURINK Studio · Tokyo Defense Co., Ltd. · Updated November 2, 2026
What you need
A computer or phone with a browser lets you explore and edit designs. To make a physical lure, you also need a 3D printer or printing service, suitable printing material, the hardware and weights for your design, and assembly and finishing supplies.
Inspect the required parts in the editor before printing. A design is a starting point: fit, strength, watertightness and action need checking on the actual build.
From screen to a finished lure
1. Choose a starting design
Open the sample design gallery and inspect the crankbait, minnow or popper in 3D. Check the length and each work’s usage terms. A small change to one sample makes a useful first experiment.
2. Change the body with points
In the editor, choose Body and open the point editor. Move the outline points and watch the 3D shape alongside them. Switch between the side and top views to check height and width. Larger changes may require you to reposition internal parts.
See the outline and 3D change together
3. Give the lure a face
Open Face & pattern, then the face creator. Choose a gill, cheek or mouth shape and adjust its placement, angle and size. Keep checking the 3D view for how the parts sit on the body.
Try different facial parts
4. Check the inside and save your files
Set wall thickness, ballast and fittings for the parts you intend to use. Review dimension warnings and inspect the cross-section. Save the editable project JSON for future changes, then export the STL printing parts.
Choose PLA, PETG, ABS or ASA in the material settings to estimate resin mass. The calculated weight and motion previews are design estimates; printing, paint, adhesive and actual hardware affect the finished lure.
5. Print, assemble and test
Use your slicer and material manufacturer’s settings as a starting point. Check cavity and hardware fit with a trial print before finishing the body. Inspect adhesion and watertightness, then compare the real weight, resting posture and movement with your notes.
6. Pass on your discoveries
Share a finished photo, a prototype or your editable design through the community. Credit the source, describe what changed and choose your sharing conditions. Our open-design approach is about letting each small discovery help the next maker.
Questions before you begin
Can I try this without a printer?
Yes. You can explore and edit in your browser, save the design and arrange printing later.
Which file do I keep for editing?
Keep the project JSON. STL contains the printing geometry; it does not preserve the same editable settings.
Will a clean dimension check guarantee a successful lure?
No. It is a geometric check. Validate print quality, fit, strength, watertightness and action on the real build.