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Finishing Alumilite/Wood Blank

Graham_C

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Hi,

Having been asked to make a "nice pen" for a family member, I bought a couple of Alumilite/burr blanks and have turned one down, but would like to know how best to put a good finish on it. I have read much on the site about finishing, and see that it is a matter of personal preference and taste, but I have never made a mixed material pen before.

I am happy with the finishes I'm able to achieved on wood and synthetics generally but I'm not sure how best to approach this particular blank.

I don't like cyano (worked with it in industry for many years!), and don't know how different finishes would work on one or other of the materials.

At the risk of starting a whole new debate, any suggestions or advice would really be appreciated.

Graham
 
yorkshireman

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I'd use melamine along the lines that Phil Dart recommends. Very quick and good results.
 
Graham_C

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Thanks for the responses guys. I ordered some melamine yesterday, having read Phil's article.

Hope I can get to grips with it!
 
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