Originally Posted by
guy153
I think some people prefer the look of machined parts to cast ones. I heard somewhere though that casting results in better mechanical properties. Does anyone know if this is true?
Probably depends on the material and any treatment it undergoes after if any. You can polish up cast parts but Aluminum soon looks pretty dull shortly after unless anodized.
Certainly watching a titanium part being printed like a glorified sandcastle doesn't inspire much confidence.