Hi pen friends.
Another pen in maple that’s been dyed and stabilised (not by me, I buy the blanks like that).
Fully lined and tapered cap and barrel. I mention tapering because it adds a degree of complexity as you have to make the liner stepped in order to cater for the angle.
Clips can also be a challenge but I’ve got it all dialled down now. Of course it would be easier if I made my own clips with the gasket ring visible so I don’t need to rebate it inside the cap. Another skill I need to acquire, but not today.
Sterling silver and acrylic is used for the accents and the wood is finished in hard wax. When my customers buy these pens I make sure they know it’s more of a desk pen and, just like anything made from wood, can show evidence of wear if not looked after properly. Most people do get it.
Cheers
Ash
Another pen in maple that’s been dyed and stabilised (not by me, I buy the blanks like that).
Fully lined and tapered cap and barrel. I mention tapering because it adds a degree of complexity as you have to make the liner stepped in order to cater for the angle.
Clips can also be a challenge but I’ve got it all dialled down now. Of course it would be easier if I made my own clips with the gasket ring visible so I don’t need to rebate it inside the cap. Another skill I need to acquire, but not today.
Sterling silver and acrylic is used for the accents and the wood is finished in hard wax. When my customers buy these pens I make sure they know it’s more of a desk pen and, just like anything made from wood, can show evidence of wear if not looked after properly. Most people do get it.
Cheers
Ash