Thread: 10-2-12 Repeat of Last Week but Different Timber

Hmmm, looks like Brown-wood to me Timbo

Going well there The blank looks a little narrow at the nib end. Have you thought about finishing the turning on the lathe a little earlier and just sanding down to the reqired thickness. Its a bit slower but a lot more accurate.

Good effort Timbo!!

I think Plantagenon's idea is a good one. DDoing this will give a much more satisfying result.

Doing well Timbo, well done, keep it up, and the others suggested a good idea to try out. Amos

Well done, looks good.

Nice piece of timber for that kit. If I could suggest one thing, try measuring the hardware with calipers and matching the turning diameter that way. You get some kits, from time to time, that do not match up to bushing diameters.

Scott (YMMV) B

Timbo
Your pen looks very nice, I think the timber could be Red Gum, as it appears to have a swirly pattern to the grain.
Kryn

Originally Posted by plantagenon

Going well there The blank looks a little narrow at the nib end. Have you thought about finishing the turning on the lathe a little earlier and just sanding down to the reqired thickness. Its a bit slower but a lot more accurate.

I think you might find that is an optical delusion looks fine on the pen. You must remember I have the Master Woodworker age 73 Barry White overseeing all my work at all times.

Originally Posted by timboclark

I think you might find that is an optical delusion looks fine on the pen. You must remember I have the Master Woodworker age 73 Barry White overseeing all my work at all times.

Now I know who typed that

Timbo could the wood be a bit of New Guinea Rosewood I sent up ?? Has that look about it.

Originally Posted by wheelinround

Now I know who typed that

Timbo could the wood be a bit of New Guinea Rosewood I sent up ?? Has that look about it.

Now would I do that. I can't remember where that blank came from but I don't think it came out of the box you sent Ray.