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  1. 17th September 2017, 11:36 AM #1
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    Default First lathe project

    Morning All,
    Well after buying my second hand lathe several months ago, I finally turned up my first practical project, a slimline pen. Happy with the turning just need some work on the finishing.
    Ordered various sandpaper grits and micro mesh as well as 3 different densitys of CA glue.
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    Welcome to the addiction.....
    The CA technique will take a few stuck fingers (I recommend gloves) and time to get great results, but certainly worth the time to learn!
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    Looks like you have done well for your first pen. The wood appears to blend in nicely with the fittings which is not easy for beginners to achieve.
    I hope you have got a good outlet for them as once you start you want to make more and more.
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    that looks good. far better then my first attempts. onya
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    Nicely done for your first go at it.

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    Evening Everyone,
    Thank you for your kind comments and advice. Fortunately I have enough brothers, sisters, grown up children and some school aged grandkids to keep my pen turning satisfied for some time. Bought some funky acrylic blanks and Serra pen kit to have a go at once I have made some more wooden slim lines.
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    Looks really nice!
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    Thanks Benny. Saw your turnings on the woodturning general forum. You have certainly made a good start to your hobby of woodworking. I look forward to seeing your progress. While you gain the knowledge and skills, take time to enjoy what you are doing.
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