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Just a thought

Tom.1946

Tom.1946

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I had a look at various utube last night and saw different results..
According to instructions I have pen blanks are two different lengths. However I noticed when inserting the refill that it goes past where we would normally stop for a slim or streamline.
Whereas on some videos it stops at the same place.
Question is could you use a standard size blank cut for a slimline or streamline kit to make a modified version of the European pen??
 
flexi

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I think from memory that the European uses a longer lower blank if so then No is the answer.... If you only have some pre cut blanks and you want to utilise a set then, just glue a small contrasting block on either end to increase the lower sections length....
 
Tom.1946

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Maybe describe it incorrectly. On the twist mechanism about a third of the way up there is a line you go up to for mechanism and then test it. That leaves about 15mm between the line and the crimped part. On a European pen you have to go half way between the two to have your refill to come out....
If that makes sense.....
 
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Yes, it means the lower tube is longer, as the refill isn't inserted as far in.
 
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