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Some small bits of timber

Mark James

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A few triangles, some diamonds, a square, and several polygons.

It was a "can I do it" exercise. I need to pay more attention to the combination of colors. Not totally happy with the pairings on the ends and the middle strips. (picky, picky, picky).
 

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Looks great in my opinion.

We are always our own worst critics but its rare anyone else notices unless you point something out.

Great work
 

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Very nice job, it looks clean and tidy and well balanced, what more could you want...
Well done:drool::drool:
 

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Mark, as soon as the page loaded I just said... WOW. what an amazing job you have done. great work, and fantastic looking pen!
 

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For Angelo49:

Yes, admittedly minor issues, but before it's tossed into the drawer with the others I'll still want to get it right.

I have a different timber/color scheme glued up, suits me better. Hopefully will be done in a few days if I have time. Off to assist the In-Laws for a spell.

I appreciate the encouragement.
 
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Mark, you've produced a very interesting pen on a super looking kit.
Very intricate piece of work.
I enjoy seeing your photographs of the process. (?)
Alan

I'll see if these load. This is not all of the process, but the files are getting fussy to download.

However, I calculated the angles needed. Made several sanding blocks, and used a disk sander and double sided tape to make the polygons. Then constructed the blank with four corners, and proceeded as usual. I hope that is helpful.

I have made another set with a different color scheme that I think will look more appealing. Drying at the present.
 

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I hope that is helpful

Thanks a lot for these pictures and an insight into the process involved. I will have to spend some time studying them. First thought was "Wow that's tricky !!! "

Thanks for taking the time Mark, and it challenges me to improve, take my time, and plan the end result out better.

Alan
 

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Just home from one hellofafflying fall into the front door. Scsans ,x Rays cleared me late last night. To me i would be quite happy with this one mate.

Peter.
 
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