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  1. G

    Slipping on mandrel.

    The first pen blanks I tried were slipping on the mandrel and I discovered the glue hadn't stuck. Applied more glue and left overnight. Stuck solid (I think). Tried to turn and they're still slipping, no matter how tight the brass nut is. Any advice would be appreciated.
  2. Tiny James

    New to turning pens but I think

    Yes I'm new to turning pens however I do like the idea of kitless pen phil's the one to blame with that amazing ironwood fountain pen (dam it's a fantastic looking pen) but I'm wondering on the right route to take, but also being tight on money I am a tight git BUT I do like to buy the right...
  3. Penpal

    Afzelia xylocarpa burl

    Classed as rare now,the grain in this is tortured and tight as. Peter.
  4. Dalboy

    I need more room

    While waiting for the latest piece to dry I decided to move the yew that I cut up the other day and put it into the top wood store. Well I managed to fit in only 1/2 of it and now there is no more room. I just did not realise how many wood blanks that I have. The gap on the bench is now full...
    • Dalboy
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    • cut realise room tight wood
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