Apology Accepted

Published on March 24, 2026
Duration: 207:11

This video delves into manufacturing and quality control issues at Stealth Additive Works, specifically concerning their Tisha and Shiv suppressor lines. It details how new 3D printing equipment and rapid expansion led to products with manufacturing flaws, including cracked cans due to a lack of stress relief. The discussion also covers a stealth change in the Tisha's blast baffle design for the titanium model, raising concerns about transparency and product consistency. The hosts emphasize the importance of accountability and delivering reliable products to customers.

Quick Summary

Stealth Additive Works faced significant backlash for shipping cracked Tisha and Shiv suppressors, initially sold as 'blems.' These defects were due to a lack of stress relief in their 3D printing process. The company later recalled the products, apologized, and implemented corrective measures, including proper heat treatment and stress relief, to ensure future product quality.

Chapters

  1. 32:25Introduction to Stealth Additive Works Issues
  2. 33:27Micah's Role and Company Transparency
  3. 35:05Tisha Suppressor Cracking Explained
  4. 39:38Decision-Making Process: Selling Cracked Cans
  5. 44:52Shiv Suppressor Cracking
  6. 46:27Blast Baffle Change on Titanium Tisha
  7. 49:41Company Growth and Learning Curve
  8. 51:58Analysis of Stealth Additive Works' Apology
  9. 53:16Guest Reactions to Stealth Additive Works' Statement
  10. 54:46Customer Compensation and Warranty
  11. 58:47Financial Backing and Printer Investment
  12. 59:41CZ Shadow 2 Incident (Brief Mention)

Frequently Asked Questions

What were the main issues with Stealth Additive Works' Tisha and Shiv suppressors?

The primary issues were manufacturing defects leading to cracked Tisha and Shiv suppressors. This stemmed from a lack of proper stress relief in the 3D printing process for Inconel and titanium components, causing them to crack due to internal material stress.

Why did Stealth Additive Works' suppressors crack?

The suppressors cracked because the company adopted new 3D printers without implementing a necessary post-printing stress-relief process. This allowed internal stresses to build up in the metal, leading to cracks, particularly around the mid-vents of the Tisha and on the Shiv.

Did Stealth Additive Works sell defective products as 'blems'?

Yes, Stealth Additive Works admitted to selling some cracked Tisha suppressors as 'blems.' They later recalled these, acknowledging it was the wrong decision and that the products were defective, not just cosmetically blemished.

What was the 'stealth change' regarding the Tisha suppressor?

The 'stealth change' refers to a modification in the blast baffle design for the titanium Tisha model without prior customer notification. The company claimed this was for durability, but customers were concerned about receiving a product different from what was advertised and tested.

How did Stealth Additive Works address these product issues?

Stealth Additive Works released a video acknowledging their manufacturing failures, apologizing for the issues, and explaining the causes. They recalled defective products, replaced them, and stated they have implemented new processes, including stress relief and heat treatment, to prevent recurrence.

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