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12th March 2013, 01:50 PM
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Collaborative Creative Challenge.
Check out the CCC forum under Activities manager at IAP! Mike is processing the final submissions now.
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27th January 2013, 01:08 PM
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The pen is now in the hands of the judges, it...
The pen is now in the hands of the judges, it will be displayed after they are finished with it. It came out somewhat different than the concept, but now has the peronality of its makers.
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30th June 2012, 10:07 PM
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I use the same paper towel that has the BLO/ dust...
I use the same paper towel that has the BLO/ dust on it when applying the first layer of thin CA, it works for me, Then I go to plastic bags. I only get ripples that need excessive sanding if I use...
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29th June 2012, 10:53 PM
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personally, I think more than 3-4 coats is...
personally, I think more than 3-4 coats is overkill, unless you need to build up the finish to meet diameter.
My recipe: sand to 400, do not wipe the dust off!
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26th June 2012, 11:49 AM
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invitation to challenge at the IAP
I hope this is ok to post here, if not, pm me and let me know where to post it or not!!
Collaborative Creative Challenge
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15th May 2012, 01:42 PM
Thread: Part of latest order
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lookie, the nibs are extended, too, like they...
lookie, the nibs are extended, too, like they really work and everything!!!
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15th May 2012, 01:18 PM
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gent in curly koa and alt. cassein.
been awhile since I posted, job change, family, etc. thought I post my latest pen.
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25th March 2011, 10:11 PM
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NIck, if it's not zebrawood, I'll bet on...
NIck, if it's not zebrawood, I'll bet on marblewood. It has wider streaks than zebra, the color and grain looks more like it, too! This wood is prone to tear out unless you use sharp tools and light...
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25th March 2011, 02:46 AM
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Pen swap from Nathan ( I_wanna_shed)
Here are the items I received from Nathan yesterday. One of my favorite kits, the Sedona in Bendee, and Australia native wood. It is a two tone blank that is just awesome. He did a great job. I hope...
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22nd March 2011, 10:01 PM
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Sorry for the late congrats, that is a simply...
Sorry for the late congrats, that is a simply stunning pen!! You are too lucky.
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22nd March 2011, 09:43 PM
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Nathan, We were both lucky as this curly...
Nathan,
We were both lucky as this curly ash is a piece of a 8"x10" block I won at a raffle at my woodturning club. I chose it for contrast with the black accents, I didnt realize how... -
2nd February 2011, 02:36 PM
Thread: 2011 Australia Day pen swap
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Well, with the snow storm of 2011 on its way,...
Well, with the snow storm of 2011 on its way, looks like tomorrow may be a good day to start my swap pen....
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25th February 2010, 02:48 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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pen swap x2
Brian Kirkby(Rippa) and myself traded pens. Brian kept his preference to himself and allowed me full freedom of pen and blank choice, I however was a bit more picky, requesting domestic wood on a...
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23rd February 2010, 03:09 PM
Thread: Woodenink at work selling pens
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Amos, Your setup is really well done, but...
Amos,
Your setup is really well done, but we wouldnt expect less. I envisioned you selling a bunch to have to py for the investment, though I suspect a few of these will be needed to cover the... -
22nd February 2010, 02:04 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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Mighty hot, that one is!!!
Mighty hot, that one is!!!
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22nd February 2010, 01:13 AM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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There are some pretty awesome pens going on here,...
There are some pretty awesome pens going on here, They look fantastic.
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22nd February 2010, 01:07 AM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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Dude, that is absolutely perfect for Wdcav, great...
Dude, that is absolutely perfect for Wdcav, great job!!
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16th January 2010, 11:12 PM
Thread: Coolabah Dayacom Pen
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very nicely done! fine fit and finish on a...
very nicely done! fine fit and finish on a spectacular blank.
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11th March 2009, 08:08 PM
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Nice work, fine finish. keep 'em coming.
Nice work, fine finish. keep 'em coming.
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8th March 2009, 08:21 AM
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That pen is the executive pen kit from Penn...
That pen is the executive pen kit from Penn State, also available as a pencil.
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3rd March 2009, 01:16 PM
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Colin, You are one lucky man, as a past...
Colin,
You are one lucky man, as a past recipent of one of Amos' pens, I know how it feels to have such an incredibly welll made instrument. Nicely done Amos! -
3rd March 2009, 09:55 AM
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I must admit, the pen that Mike sent me is one of...
I must admit, the pen that Mike sent me is one of the most stunning blanks with about the finest fit and finish one can get on a pen. I love it! Thanks, Mike!
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24th February 2009, 02:05 PM
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Thanks...
Thanks...
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24th February 2009, 01:39 PM
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Now the website comes up, but I cant send an...
Now the website comes up, but I cant send an email either through my server or through the web site. I'll keep trying, thanks for the help.
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24th February 2009, 11:40 AM
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swap partner
I havent heard from my swap partner. I got his pen a few weeks ago and sent his the day after. I havent heard from him and his site is not accessible. It is www.penscanada.com. Can someone try it and...
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12th July 2008, 09:29 PM
Thread: Xcut Bocote Sierra Vista (Twice)
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stunning pen A,os. Bocote is beautiful. Is the...
stunning pen A,os. Bocote is beautiful. Is the Vista too big?
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9th July 2008, 09:52 PM
Thread: Pen Swap Pens!!!!!!!!
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Having been a recipient of one of Amos' pens, I...
Having been a recipient of one of Amos' pens, I can testify he has the fit and finish down. That is another of his exceptional pieces, you are a lucky man.
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15th June 2008, 09:12 AM
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Amos, Ne'er a doubt that you nailed 'em,...
Amos,
Ne'er a doubt that you nailed 'em, well done. That malee burl...awesome. -
14th June 2008, 10:16 PM
Thread: snakewood gent
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Colin, Nicley done! perhaps there will be...
Colin,
Nicley done! perhaps there will be more of these in a year or so, after everyone's done drilling them. I also applaude your patience, I dont have enough of them to wait that long. -
14th June 2008, 10:08 PM
Thread: two stretch pens
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two stretch pens
got my first stretch kits today and I really like 'em. They show off the wood nicely, IMHO. What a pleasant transaction from Laulau woods, got them in 4 days from Hawaii!
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11th June 2008, 09:55 PM
Thread: what's new in Pens?
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new models
Try the Stretch pen from LauLau woodworks or the Zen version from CSUSA. The stretch is a screw on cap/ post and the Zen is a magnetized version. They both have longer bodies.
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9th June 2008, 12:48 AM
Thread: Back turning
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Sam, I like your progress in both...
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7th June 2008, 09:20 PM
Thread: simple desk pen in corian
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Thanks for the compliments, actually you only...
Thanks for the compliments, actually you only drill the length of the tube, the rest is solid body.
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7th June 2008, 02:46 PM
Thread: simple desk pen in corian
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simple desk pen in corian
I made this desk pen by request, red corian on a TN gold soft grip chassis, Penn State funnel.
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21st May 2008, 11:22 PM
Thread: new office, new desk pen
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new office, new desk pen
Been gone for a while as I just opened a new store for my company, got a new office, so I needed a new desk pen. The wood is from oak beams, salvaged from a barn built in the 1800's, near my home.
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26th April 2008, 02:16 PM
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Amos, My experience is that using a skew...
Amos,
My experience is that using a skew correctly can save a few grades of sandpaper. I usually get a catch when I am either forcing the skew or am using it too high or low. There is a sweet... -
19th March 2008, 10:38 PM
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Ok, send the pen to me and I will photograph it...
Ok, send the pen to me and I will photograph it for you. I only hope it doesnt get lost in the return mail.
Both pens are beautiful, Have fun with those blanks. I sure enjoy using that Australian... -
16th March 2008, 11:51 PM
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Terry, 'tis true what you say about the weak...
Terry,
'tis true what you say about the weak link. I have experienced many a broken thread in the same spot on that style, as well as the El Grande, Ligero, etc. Certainly not a back pocket pen!... -
16th March 2008, 11:47 PM
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Nice pen, very elegant! some times less is more.
Nice pen, very elegant! some times less is more.
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9th March 2008, 11:02 AM
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Matt, great Idea to give a local wood on a...
Matt,
great Idea to give a local wood on a pen. I really like oak burl, many dont. Theres a happy recipient, I can tell. -
8th March 2008, 10:48 PM
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Amos, Very handsome pens, the king wood is...
Amos,
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6th March 2008, 02:47 PM
Thread: first apollo rollerball
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Amos, All I did was use BLO and CA. The...
Amos,
All I did was use BLO and CA. The beautiful color is natural!
You need to save some saw dust for filler, its pithy and soft...easy to overturn. I got the blanks from... -
6th March 2008, 02:43 PM
Thread: first apollo rollerball
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Same pen, slightly different fittings and...
Same pen, slightly different fittings and hardware. Not sure I am sold on it, but the price is right!
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6th March 2008, 12:21 AM
Thread: first apollo rollerball
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first apollo rollerball
This is the first Apollo roller ball for me, from Penn State. Its been a long time since I used buckeye burl and the two seemed destined for each other. I like it, but an not sure of all the black...
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26th February 2008, 03:14 PM
Thread: desk pen
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pen extracted from funnel
Here you go, thanks for the interest.
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26th February 2008, 12:17 AM
Thread: desk pen
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desk pen
Made this desk pen and stand for a retirement gift ordered by his peers. It is granite and white corian and TN plated slim nib. It will be engraved with a message 'round the outside perimeter of the...
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25th February 2008, 12:04 PM
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Amos, Certainly, one of the most elegant...
Amos,
Certainly, one of the most elegant looking pens I've seen, well done! -
21st February 2008, 11:19 PM
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Corbs, George is a lucky guy. They are...
Corbs,
George is a lucky guy. They are very nicely done, the red mallee burl on the blk tn is stunning and more special as it is a gift. How does the Rustins hold up for you? It sure seems to... -
20th February 2008, 02:31 PM
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I am really glad that you like it Amos, it was...
I am really glad that you like it Amos, it was fun to make. I told him that for a fleeting moment I had considered keeping it.
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17th February 2008, 02:34 PM
Thread: sedonas
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Amos, Thanks! The wood is from Arizona...
Amos,
Thanks! The wood is from Arizona Sillhouette, hard to beat Bills wood...I dont think I said that right! Hard to find better wood than Bills...no thats not it either...Bills blanks are hard...