First atempt

[Vasco]

This is my first attempt at turning. I had to make the handle for my pen mill before I could make the pens.
A special thank you to Sprog and Joe for the advice.
Regards Vasco

[Sprog]

Hey, good job.

Bit of a tip, you might want to put a ferrule at the bottom of any handles you make, helps to stop them splitting.

You might want to have a look at your local WA Woodturners Association group, you will get lots of help there.

To find the group in your area choose from the list at
WA Woodturners Association

[Vasco]

Sprog,
Till this morning I didn't know that I was going to do any turning this weekend. I was so excited that I was actually making it work that I couldn't wait till next Sat to get to Timbecon for the Ferrules. I figured that there is so little stress on this tool that I would get away with it.....I hope, if not I get to do more turning .
Regards Vasco

[gatiep]

Vasco

If you intend making a number of pens, it is a good idea to get a small metal adaptor to screw onto your penmill. Then you can insert it into a drill, especially a battery drill, and it makes squaring up the blanks a treat.

Also try experimenting with the shape of your pens. I do some pens for older people with arthritis, by putting a bulge in the wood a little above the metal tip. This makes it easier for them to hold the pen.

Nice work, well done. You can be proud of your pens.
Cya
Joe