Mandolorian Rifle Build - Rob's Model Shop - Episode 12

[@Asian_Boii]

How is this channel not blowing up? The quality of the crafts are so fine and detailed to a speck that it’s hard to think it wasn’t taken directly from the show.

[@RobPauza]

Thank you! I really appreciate the positive feedback. I'm a bit slow updating the channel, so it hasn't had much chance to grow. My real job is keeping me busy. Thanks again, and take care.

[@UncleJessy]

Good lord man that video was glorious

[@RobPauza]

You are too kind. Thanks so much!

[@JonathanMcBrien]

Quite possibly the most beautiful presentation of a model build project I've ever seen ... and everything given away for all to enjoy. You're a legend, sir.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much Jonathan. Glad you enjoyed it. You are too kind. 👍

[@uzamakinarutoninja]

I've just started to print and put together this build of yours and i wanted to say thankyou, the time and effort you've taken to model a truly beautiful file and make the file easily printable and assemble is amazing ,and you've given it away for everyone,so just thankyou for all of your work !

[@RobPauza]

You are very welcome. Good luck putting it together. If you post it somewhere tag me. I’d love to see how it turned out. Take care! 👍

[@madmatts1054]

Great model rob . Im building this now ..cant wait for next video 😊

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much! Good luck with your build!

[@PropsNstuff]

Another lovely videobuild Mr. Pauza. Always so extremely professional in every aspect of the complete package. Great prop, super camera angels, lighting, music, a bit of humor...etc...etc...you get the picture. Thank you for sharing😉

[@RobPauza]

Appreciate it sir! It's about time for a new video on your channel too btw! :)

[@jesserivera5991]

This is the way!!! I can’t wait to make this one day so I can start a Mandalorian Cosplay

[@RobPauza]

Jesse Rivera Thanks! Dropping the new helmet in about 15 min btw.

[@BrotherZoneOfficial]

Excellent work Rob!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much!

[@dge4560]

amazing 3d model. Finally someone did what i have wondered about in years. Why not have a pipe running all the way through the model for easier assembly and strength. Great model, just finished printing it and is now looking for 25mm and 8mm pipe. If you used a 3/4" pipe instead of 1". You could have 3d printed a hexagonal piece to slide over the outer barrel and a round pice for the inner, to be more screen accurate.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks! Unfortunately everybody has been buying up the 25 and 8mm rods to build this and they are super hard to find now. :) If you haven't found something yet, I'd recommend taking a part that has the holes to the hardware store. I know a lot of people have been using dowels and even shower rods. I have a hex piece if you want it btw. I made this rifle back when there was only a couple ref pics before the show started, so it definitely isn't 100% accurate. Thanks for the comment and good luck with the build.

[@krudeddie]

I have been watching a lot of Mandolorian rifle builds these last few days and yours IMO is in the top if not the top of them. Great vid too the time flew by most times i catch myself skipping but not this time.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. I appreciate it.

[@daxburnett3313]

Your videos are outstanding Mr. Pauza Hope you find the time to make more of them your an excellent model builder one of the best ive watched on youtube..

[@c.scottnebel6594]

I've started printing your Mando helmet, and I plan to print the rifle too, you sir are a 3D modeling genius

[@RobPauza]

Haha, thanks so much and best wishes on your builds. 👍

[@huntliba]

Just AWESOME!!! I couldn't even drink my coffee same time!!!

[@RobPauza]

Haha, thanks so much!

[@emefka.bewegtbildmanufaktur]

This Ultra hig quality video look combined with that music AND that soothing commentary over it - man Rob - its like a modern Bob Ross Show. I like you, your show and your ultrahighquality in everything you do. And then we get the model for free from you to do that build for our self? THANK YOU THAT YOU ARE ALIVE! Karma must have something special for you ready!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much for the high compliment s. I really am glad you enjoyed the video. And thank you for taking the time to let me know. I really appreciate it. If you make a build, be sure and tag me on socials. I’d love to see what you come up with. Take care!

[@CoolAsALego]

This was fabulous. The details on the rifle are practically perfect. The way you put everything together looks like your being very careful and it's very satisfying. The camera angles and the camera quality is great. Its almost theater quality. The best part of all is that others can use the files to build there own rifle. This is the way

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. I’m glad you enjoyed it. 👍

[@JoshMooney]

Love the video its mildly hypnotic watching you work, you should definitely keep posting some more content

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much!

[@Johan-ul9jb]

Your skills and humor are from another level.. awesome!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. I appreciate the compliments and glad you enjoyed the video. 👍

[@MrChiron12]

Dude that's rad, and it's glad to see a new video

[@RobPauza]

Thanks! And yeah... perhaps a bit overdue. :)

[@dallasstroud8061]

Thank you so much for the files. I'm about 75% of the way through printing them now. Going to try my hand at airbrushing for the first time in this model! Great video too! Thanks again

[@RobPauza]

You are most welcome. Good luck with your build!

[@dallasstroud8061]

@@RobPauza I can't find a file for the piece that goes on the bottom of part4 Frame2.stl (seen at 6:40 in your video) Did you make one and just not include it in the build files? I ended up making my own in F360 but was just wondering where that piece went to! Also, I saw others asking about the 25mm rod, I couldn't find one either but scaled the entire print at 101.5% to fit a shower rod and so far its come out great and does not look any bigger than all the other pics.

[@RobPauza]

@@dallasstroud8061 Yeah, that bottom piece was an afterthought when I saw it on an early episode. It’s basically a square. Glad the scaling worked out for you. If I had to do it over, I’d use 1” rods for sure.

[@alexdorand]

lovely work

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much!

[@sadonkeykong9780]

Final printing stages here. Paint job looks awesome on yours.

[@RobPauza]

Cool and thanks. Be sure to post yours somewhere. I’d love to see how it turns out.

[@techsavvyhero]

Wow! That was amazing. Does not look 3d Printed at all. I'm blown away. So many tools, techniques and paints to get it done. I would build it too..but seems like supply list is massive (not mention the belt sander).

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. I'm sure it can be done a lot easier than I did it. :) Belt sander was minimal btw. That stuff melts too easily with power tools.

[@the-primered-thumb]

That is stunning mate 😉👍

[@RobPauza]

Thanks a bunch Tim!

[@brentcox6201]

thank you for making this model and for this video, I have a vision of it hanging on my wall in my study, hopefully soon...LOL

[@byseven]

AWESOME !!!! Thanks for sharing !!!

[@tehsupertoilet]

that sanding party montage got me good, loved it

[@RobPauza]

TehSuperToilet .....hee hee 😜

[@3doftom]

Sanding Party! Excellent work. The video and the print turned out amazing. Looking forward to seeing more!

[@RobPauza]

Hahaha. Thanks so much Tom!

[@TD3DMakes]

And..... awesome! Been looking forward to this video. Thanks for sharing Rob!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much Thierry!

[@Shelldor1970]

Thanks Rob for this nice Video and the files!!! Awesome work!!!

[@RobPauza]

No problem. Thanks for the comment and have fun with the files.

[@BendMeOverPlease]

your videos are so high quality and well edited. you should do more Bandai builds!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. I actually have a stack of Bandai kits waiting on me. So maybe I’ll get around to them. ;) Thanks for the comment.

[@jasonbell1900]

I've just started to print this model and all I can say is thank you for this amazing file

[@RobPauza]

No prob. Have fun!

[@Mad_Monkey]

Amazing Job Rob!! great model!! well done paint! all around excellent

[@RobPauza]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@mrshades103189]

absolutely flawless , excellent build

[@RobPauza]

Too kind. Flawless, it's not. But.. I was happy with it. Thanks for the comment!

[@ExcaliburHobbies]

Not only are your files great but your painting is exceptional, def worth a sub and a like!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much Johnathon!

[@starwarsmikecustoms3366]

Beautiful job. I may have to do one to add to my blaster collection. Totally awesome.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. Be sure and share it on MMF if you do. I’d love to see how it turns out. Thanks again.

[@skrandiz7076]

Amazing. Always waiting for your videos.

[@RobPauza]

Appreciate it. And sorry... lots of waiting. :)

[@unievo88]

Welcome back bro... Been a long time.. We definitely missed your vids man...

[@RobPauza]

unievo88 Haha. Yeah, sorry. Been staying busy with other stuff. Thanks for the support!

[@fotismintofficial]

Another amazing production Rob. Fantastic video!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks Fotis! Appreciate the support buddy!

[@stevet1898]

This is really awesome! Thanks for sharing mate

[@RobPauza]

Steve Viles Thanks Steve!

[@toxicculture4682]

nice production work (besides the content itself)

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much for taking time to tell me that. I appreciate you! 👍

[@CloverTac]

i am finding more and more of these videos out there. you guys are doing some awesome work. my Mandalorian rifle is not nearly as picture perfect as the ones you guys have built BUT, mine is a working rifle too, so concessions had to be made. :)

[@RobPauza]

CloverTac Thanks so much. Yours sounds incredibly interesting. I’d love to see photos if available. Thanks again. -Rob

[@CloverTac]

@@RobPauza i can drop a link to the video on my channel if you would like.... i don't do things like that unless someone asks. but you can also search for it obviously.

[@coregeek]

Came for the video stayed for the Sanding Party!!!! 🤣 Excellent work all around!!!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks Eric. Now it's helmet v.2 time!!!! :)

[@coregeek]

Rob Pauza Looking forward to it!🤘🏻

[@bobbyroberts8649]

This is so very cool. Covid interrupted my printing of mine, but I'm back at it now and am SO freaked out about trying to paint it once I get it all printed and assembled. I've never painted anything other than walls :D

[@blah-kf5vn]

You are a legend. This is so awesome, I hope my son will like it when I'm finished :D

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much and good luck on your build. 👍

[@blah-kf5vn]

@@RobPauza Just let you know: I finished it, turned out perfect (he was mandalorian at Halloween). No I'm building a bigger one (his was 66% scaled), with better printing quality. Thanks again.

[@RobPauza]

@@blah-kf5vn Awesome! Good luck on number two.

[@blah-kf5vn]

@@RobPauza Can you do a Boba Fett helmet with a dent on it? :)

[@MarkRhodesMaker]

EXCELLENT work sir! Loved it :)

[@RobPauza]

Thanks Mark! Really appreciate it!

[@cristianziglioli4316]

Beautiful, iam now printing the files. Thanks for the hard work.

[@RobPauza]

You are most welcome! Hope it turns out well.

[@MigMonkey]

Not surprising but that turned out amazing. Can't wait to get to try it myself. I don't think I'll be home until December though.. lol

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much!

[@uryijam]

Best i've seen made very good bro!

[@RobPauza]

FS - Thanks so much!

[@NP3D]

Watching right now! Im so pumped buddy! I love your vids!

[@Nitrosito]

Thanks man, great great job!

[@Jeerin_]

to get a smoother finish you should use the alclad clear coat first, then use the silver, then use the clear coat again

[@RobPauza]

That actually makes a lot of sense. Thanks!

[@Jeerin_]

@@RobPauza no problem!

[@3dmade]

Brilliant model again Rob ! To bad I'm not priting as much as I used to, still have'nt even finished your Captains shield. It's on display but unpainted and now you made me something else on the wishlist 🙄

[@RobPauza]

Thanks man! Hope you're doing well.

[@3dmade]

@@RobPauza doing well Rob, hope you 2 🙂

[@elijahtheprophet2202]

Looks amazing, I have spoken.

[@RobPauza]

Lual Films Hahaha. Thanks!!!

[@AllThingsFilm1]

Amazing work.

[@MarkusvonRentheFink]

A great video and a great model! I am currently in the middle of sticking it all together, I noticed that long flat part on the bottom of the chamber, right in front of the trigger assembly is missing from the files on myminifactory. Any chance you could add that?

[@TeaPoweredModels]

Awesome build great job!

[@fabehus]

You are my hero man !!! I love your Job !!!! Thaaaank you so much for your vidéos

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much for the kind words. I’m glad you enjoy the videos. 👍

[@jamesh5548]

amazing work man

[@wimaak]

Did You get ticket to Hogwart? Because this is pure magic! Holy shit, Im amazed!

[@RobPauza]

Wiktor Makosz Haha. Thanks so much! 👍

[@Alex-mv9ik]

Great video as usual ! I can give you a tips I use bondo can spray to remove all layers it works perfectly ! For sur I sand before with high grain eg 80 or 120. If you can test it you will see the difference and you’ll win a lot of time !

[@RobPauza]

Alex Thanks Alex! I will definitely give that a try. I’ve steered clear of Bondo because of the fumes, but loved working with it. Will try the spray. Thanks again!!!

[@craken5917]

Beautiful work.

[@RobPauza]

Craken Thank you!!!

[@gothmaniow]

dude this is amazing !! are you at any point going to do the armour??

[@bigdogbrosadventures8371]

Hi Rob, missed you. Such great work with the modeling and painting. I have been searching for a very long time for a good detailed model of the standing sarcophagus in the movie the Fifth Element. I would hope you could do a model of that for us. Just love your work and had to ask. Thanks, Rob

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much! That's definitely not a model I've seen anyone do. I just do this stuff for fun when I have time, so I probably won't get around to doing it. Good suggestion though.

[@TheViperOSU]

Have some extra thick walnut stock hanging around, think I’ll use your print as a basis to make a wooden butt stock. Thanks for the free files! Printing part 5 of 8 on the helmet v.2!

[@RobPauza]

TheViperOSU That should look great. Here’s some blueprints of the stock that may be helpful. www.dropbox.com/s/o1rd6bqxl2x5brz/Rifle%20Stock%20Blueprints.zip?dl=0

[@KelttenTV]

Im almost done printing but I also found this file in a totally different location so glad their is information!! Any advise on where to pick up rods such as those? I am in the states.

[@RobPauza]

noobman229 Curious where the other location is? I ordered mine from Amazon. I’m in US too

[@KelttenTV]

@@RobPauza Any links on amazon. Tried looking but i'm using the wrong keywords apparently. As the other location mercenaryoutpost.com on the main page.

[@RobPauza]

noobman229 Thanks so much. I just asked them to take it down since my model clearly says “NOT for resale or redistribution”. It’s popping up a lot of places. Just took it down from Etsy as well where people are selling it. So annoying. Thanks!

[@starwarsmikecustoms3366]

So I have all the parts printed. So far, so good. One problem I'm having is finding the rods. Can you tell me where you got them? Thanks a bunch.

[@RobPauza]

Here's the exact ones I used: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KWFD3JL/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07F63N97P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

[@starwarsmikecustoms3366]

@@RobPauza awesome, thanks a bunch.

[@MrOllium]

Very nice build :-)

[@RobPauza]

Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@JamesSmith-fk8pg]

Hi Rob, thanks so much for the plans! I am printing the parts off as I am writing this. After watching the video, what are your thoughts on spray painting all the parts separately and then assembling them? I have not done airbrush painting before and am not confident how well I could do it. Do you think spray painting everything separate would be feasible, or would it make assemble more difficult?

[@jacobwallach9419]

what should we do if we dont have an airbrush?

[@RobPauza]

Spray cans will work quite well too. 👍

[@Einheit101]

This is amazing. I wish i had something similar to include it in my Game that i am currently working on.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much, and good luck on your game. That sounds cool. 👍

[@louisbarrau5193]

I have an airsoft jing gong vsr 10 ans i would love to see a 3d printed kit to convert it into this awesome rifle. Very nice work !

[@RobPauza]

I had to look that up. That's a pretty serious airsoft rifle. That would be a super cool conversion for sure. Thanks so much!

[@louisbarrau5193]

@@RobPauza yes it would be very cool piece ! I'm going to make some research to know if it can be converted with such a kit

[@BuBBles177]

where did you get the carbon fiber pipes?

[@BrotherZoneOfficial]

Rob my friend where are you? I missed your videos! Stay healthy !

[@RobPauza]

Thanks for checking on me. I've just been busy with work and haven't had as much free time. Thanks again and I hope you are staying well.

[@muaythaiboy1994]

Will you consider selling one if you make another ? I’d be interested!

[@xxxxzorroxxxx]

How long are the Rods

[@RobPauza]

Small rod is 1m. Larger is .7m

[@RobOnekea]

Great model and build. Quick question, I'm converting to inches because HomeDepot doesn't have mm rods. So I will need a 25x700mm rod which comes out to .98in x 2.75 in, and an 8mm x 1000mm that comes out to .31in x 39.37 in? Just want to make sure.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks Rob! Yes, 1 inch will work perfectly. They should have some wooden dowels for the smaller one. I usually suggest to people to print one piece that has both rod holes and take with you to the store for fitting. Good luck with your build and thanks again for the comment. 👍

[@jodaskast]

Hi Rob :) Another question - Do you have a video or can point me to a good video with a tutorial on airbrushing a wood finished look like you have? I'm new to Airbrushing but could figure it out if there was some examples. Also - how did you get the sort of burnt in look with the studs connecting the wood? thank you -

[@RobPauza]

Reuben Moretz I didn’t do any research for mine, but I just searched “airbrush wood grain” and got some good KZbin results. That might be a good place to start.

[@PaganWizard]

This is stunning, to say the very least. You printed some of the parts in resin, and I was wondering if those parts can also be printed on an FDM printer for those of us who do not own a resin printer.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. And yes, FDM should work. I’ve included a 1-piece trigger just for that. 👍

[@jodaskast]

Rob - they no longer sell/make the Alclad Polished Brass (because of some toxic material used in the paint). Can you recommend another type of paint/combo that will allow me to get that polished brass look without the Alclad Polished Brass you used? thank you -

[@RobPauza]

Reuben Moretz Not totally sure but Spaz Stiks and Vallejo have a complete line of metallics that should be similar.

[@jodaskast]

@@RobPauza Thank you for the reply, I'll check them out -

[@johnchristopherrobert1839]

I wish you would have added the trap door in the action. Great content though

[@RobPauza]

Yeah, that would have been cool. I made this before the show came out, so I got some things wrong.

[@Iskelderon]

Amazing craftsmanship, though it could've used a lot more sanding to get rid of those layer lines.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks! and yes, I actually wanted some layer lines to make it look like brushed metal, but they showed up more than expected when I painted. Lesson learned.

[@stevet1898]

How much sanding can you do to these? Ive never got anything 3d printed or worked with it? If I have the time would ot be possible to sand it back smooth by hand?

[@Iskelderon]

​@@stevet1898 Sanding and finishing printed parts to make them looks like manufactured parts isn't hard, it's just a process that takes time and patience. rigid.ink/blogs/news/how-to-finish-your-3d-prints

[@ChristaxisAras]

Hi Rob. Love your video and files and am super excited to have my print starting. The pieces seem kind of small currently. Should I do any sort of resizing when printing?

[@RobPauza]

They should be sized correctly at 100% scale. I thought the same thing though when I printed it. It gets big fast when the parts start going together. :)

[@Lawson1199]

Hey Rob What’s the minimum promoting size area do you need for this. I don’t think my 3D printer will be able to do the back stock and the fork in the front

[@RobPauza]

Hi Paul, I'm honestly not sure and not at home to check... but I have since made an optional 3-part stock and fork for smaller printers. I'd say just grab the files and throw them in your slicer to see if they will fit. Hope this helps.

[@chadchittenden9943]

Rob stunning work, I'm going to attempt to build this using a AnyCubic Mono X resin printer, I'm having trouble finding the rods where did you purchase yours?

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. I bought mine on Amazon but they are super hard to find now. People are using different things. Wooden dowels, shower rods, etc. I’d recommend printing a part that has the two rod holes and then taking it to a hardware store to find something that fits. Remember that you need room for glue as well. Good luck.

[@matyparty1444]

Wow! Amazing :O

[@RobPauza]

maty Saez Thank you!!!

[@thomasfascaldo3134]

great work on the model roughly how long did it take you to print and what infill

[@RobPauza]

thomas fascaldo Thanks! Hard to say. I’m guessing it took around 60 hours, but I print slow. Infill was maybe 22% and resin pieces are solid.

[@guilegustafson1459]

I'm new to the 3d printing world, but how much would I be looking at to have the files printed for me?

[@RobPauza]

Guy Gus Probably cheaper to buy a printer to be honest. ;) I’m not super up to speed on what’s available now, but a lot of people love the Artillery Sidewinder X1 as a good mid-range printer. Roughly $450 USD

[@stephendexter3246]

I love this project! I hope to build it myself pretty soon. For mine, I was thinking about carving the stock and grip out of walnut, like a couple other people, but I want it to be weighted like an actual gun, so do you have any suggestions for relatively cheap aluminum tubing or possibly weighting the carbon ones? I've been looking around with no luck. This is the way!

[@RobPauza]

Sounds cool. No idea about the rods. The carbon ones are really hard to find these days. I think because of this rifle. 🤣 You could always use wood I suppose. Some people have used shower rods even. Good luck with the project.

[@wildecity_88]

Shower rods for the 25 mm and wooden dowels for the 8 mm

[@ColtFortyFour]

Miss your videos, Rob. Hope everything is going well for you!

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much. Everything is good. I’ve just been busy with work. I hope you are doing well too.

[@ColtFortyFour]

@@RobPauza So happy to hear you’ve been keeping busy! Looking forward to when you’re a little less busy and can make another video for us ;)

[@RobPauza]

Thanks! I appreciate the support.

[@loochboy]

Hi! I am building this-thanks for creating these awesome files-and I just don't get something. What rods am I supposed to use for this? Any idea where they are available? Thanks!

[@RobPauza]

No problem. I have links in the comments at MyMiniFactory to the exact ones I used, but people keep buying them up really fast. There’s also a lot of alternative suggestions in the comments as well. Take care!

[@yaelalcantara8361]

Hi, this is an excellent work and I’m sure I’ll do one but I just wanted to know hoy large is the hole rifle after finishing it, so I can see if I make it 100% scale or less

[@Flash007b]

Do you offer the file in 1 piece? I'd like to make a 1/4 scale version.

[@jacobwallach9419]

where did you get the rods?

[@RobPauza]

Amazon, but they have been out of stock for a long time. Everyone bought them out. There’s some suggestions to alternates in the comments at myminifactory. Also, you could just print one of the parts and take it to the hardware store to find something that fits.

[@DMAbCD]

Very awesome and amazing build. May I ask what kind of 3d printer you used to create this blaster? Thank you

[@MrDarkwingUK]

Great build & video. Thanks for the files. Just a quick question. What sort of spring did you use for the trigger please?

[@MrDarkwingUK]

Ooop's nevermind. Got it sorted & also found that a piece of 1.75mm filament works better that a 3d printed peg for the trigger.

[@RobPauza]

Sorry for the delay. Glad you figured it out. I used a spring from a ballpoint pen. Thanks for the comments!

[@0waffel0]

It looks amazing! I'm also in the middle of making the pulse rifle and I believe it's also from your file. What color brown did you used for your stock? I'm having a hard time replicating a wood color on plastic.

[@RobPauza]

Thanks so much! Honestly, no idea if it’s not in the video. 🤣 I did mix it from several colors and overlayed several variations to simulate wood grain. I’m not sure that’s much help, but I’m guessing there’s probably some great tutorials on KZbin for painting wood.

[@katherine7372]

Did you ever specify the lengths of the rods?

[@RobPauza]

2:00

[@swaggitybaggins3679]

Do you recall the colors you used for the wood grain look?

[@CptSchnauzbart]

Of which type of material is the pipe ? Wondering what I can get in Germany

[@RobPauza]

I used carbon fiber, but you can use pretty much anything. I've heard of shower rods. wooden dowels, etc. I'd recommend printing one of the main body parks that the pipe goes through, then taking it to a hardware store to see what you can find that fits. Keep in mind you need room for glue.

[@rowland2924]

Is there a link to either of the rods you used? I’m having trouble finding some

[@RobPauza]

The ones I used were from Amazon, but are always sold out. Most people use wooden dowels. 1” is almost exactly 25mm and should work fine. I usually recommend printing one of the parts that has both rod holes and taking it to a hardware store to find something that works. Remember that you need a little room for glue.