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Neil Lawton

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A couple of Jr Gent Rollerballs.
The kits were kindly supplied by Buckeye (Peter)
Olive with Melamine finish.

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That Olive wood is so gorgeous and you have created two gorgeous pens:thumbs::thumbs:

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Great match of pen and wood you certainly have an eye for it and the turning is spot on as usual:thumbs::thumbs::thumbs:
 

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Thanks for the comments guys, most appreciated.
Do the pics look okay?
I have a serious disinterest in photography, but put a little more effort in for these. ( I actually took the tripod out of the bag!)
I also had a bit more light at the front courtesy of a daylight balanced work light.
The wood looks true to colour, but still don't know why the white background looks blue!:nooidea:
 

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What's the process used for melamine neil? I have a tin but never used it :thumbs:

Melamine does give a very durable finish Matty, though you do have to be patient!
You apply it quickly like CA. It should look dull, if you can see any shiny highlights they will turn into ridges when buffing up.
Unlike CA, you only need a couple of coats.
Apply a coat of Cellulose sealer, and buff. Apply the melamine then go have a cup of tea. Turn up the speed and buff with kitchen towel.
If the finish is good, just apply another coat, and repeat as necessary. If not, burnishing cream between coats will even it out.

The only down side (if it can be called that), is that it cures properly in about 48 hours, so avoid too much handling before then.
No good for "Just in time" stuff, but it does last well.
I used to friction polish over the top, but found it just looked good for a shorter period of time.
 
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