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Omegas using re-sharpened carbide tips...

bluntchisel

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Hi, Guys,

After the recent topic re re-sharpening carbide tips I did just that...and put edges back on some circular ones, using a diamond stone. I turned four of Dan's Omegas, which I think are the best-looking pens on the market today. I had no problems in the turning except that I had to raise the lathe speed and be more aggressive with the chisel than normal. All the blanks were finished with grits to 600, and Brasso, followed by a good polishing. The blanks were acrylics from the Timberbits range.

Omega1a.jpg

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Omega 2a.jpg

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Omega 3a.jpg

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Omega 4a.jpg

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Regards to all!

Bob.
 
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Well done Bob I for one know what a big step that was for you the conquer has arisen so bluntchisel is no more :thumbs::rock::claps::claps::claps:
 
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Beautiful pens. A sharp tool makes all the difference in the world. American professional turner John Jordan always says, "The answer to your question is go to the grinder."
 
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Woody said:
Well done Bob I for one know what a big step that was for you the conquer has arisen so bluntchisel is no more :thumbs::rock::claps::claps::claps:
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LOL, Woody, don't you believe it, matey! I'm just waiting for it to happen!

And thanks for your kind comments, guys!

Bob.
 
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All cracking pens Bob, i haven't made any pens for a while, but have made plenty of blanks, including a number of acrylics for the Omega .. I wasn't certain about them to be honest but after seeing these i have no qualms what so ever .. :thumbs:
 
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Once again, many thanks for your comments, guys!

If anyone is interested, the Timberbits reference numbers for the blanks are: blue is PB069, red is PB010, green is PB071, and white is PB013.

Bob.
 
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