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Johnnyturnspens

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This was my first attempt at making a pen. Made with Zebrano wood to a slimline pen-kit.
Struggling with the finishing process at the moment, as this was sanded to 600 grit, then a coat of friction polish and microchrystalline stick to finish.
Regards.
John :banana:
 

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Bill Mooney

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It’s a good first effort but you’ve overturned your blank which has made t too small for your fittings. We’ve all been there & done this. Take care when you turn your blank down to the bushes. Leave your blank slightly proud of your bushes, this allows for sanding. Happy turning.
 

Penpal

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I see you uswed a streamline kit mate ,good choice with the larger centreband design opportunities abound. Thanks for sharing John.

Peter.
 

Phil Dart

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A good first attempt John. Thanks for sharing it. Bill has given some good advice in regard to how much you need to turn down the wood before sanding.

I remember that my first pen suffered from the same problem :whistling: But this forum didn't exist back then, so NOBODY saw it:bwink:
 
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