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    Responded to PM from MKYPenturner and PM sent off...

    Responded to PM from MKYPenturner and PM sent off to Sawdust Maker...

    Happy Australia Day!
  2. Probably a glutton for punishment but I'm in...

    Probably a glutton for punishment but I'm in again this year! Went 50/50 last year.

    Mr Vic, Colorado USA, 2, Domestic or O/S
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    Got mine on the 14th

    Got home late Tuesday evening from a homeowner's association meeting and had a package waiting. I was to enjoy opening so I resisted temptation until getting home Wednesday evening. Here's what I...
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    Had the same problem...My tool rest was 4 inches...

    Had the same problem...My tool rest was 4 inches wide. Solution was to purchase the second one and cut an inch off each one. The stock rest for a Jet 104 was far cheaper then a nice stainless custom...
  5. "Wood Knot" be the New Year

    It "Wood Knot" be the New Year if I didn't participate again this year.


    Mr Vic, USA, 1, yes


    If it willl make the pairings match up I'll do 2 swaps.
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    Swap Complete - Almost

    Glad to announce I received my swap pens with goodies from Joanne (josquiggley) last Monday and Shawn (Mach70) on Tuesday. I didn't get to my shop to photo them as it was about 20 degrees, snowing...
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    I'll be keeping an eye out for the package Shawn....

    I'll be keeping an eye out for the package Shawn. The post office left me a notice for last years swap package. Since it went throught customs they required a signature. When I drove over to sign and...
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    In Lay Alternatives

    I've used craft/construction paper which is available in a rainbow of colors. What's nice is being able to glue up multiple layers to fit the cut in your blank. Good old white glue works just fine....
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    In Lay Alternatives

    I've used craft/construction paper which is available in a rainbow of colors. What's nice is being able to glue up multiple layers to fit the cut in your blank. Good old white glue works just fine....
  10. PM is full

    josquiggley......tried a PM but your inbox is full....We got paired for the swap so if you can PM me an alternate contact address
  11. I would greatly like particpate in this years...

    I would greatly like particpate in this years swap. It wll be my 4th and I've enjoyed each one.

    Vic, USA, 2, Yes.

    If anyone gets burned on a swap let me know and I'll cover it.
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    Don Vann strikes again. I'm a bit behind...

    Don Vann strikes again.

    I'm a bit behind getting this posted. While I was checking out the great packing material, my wife spotted the velvet pouch. She always tries to open my presents at...
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    Mr Vic, USA, DOM OS Extra

    Mr Vic, USA, DOM OS Extra
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    That time again already?

    Mr Vic
    OS or Dom
    USA

    This will be my third swap....Can't wait as they have all been great...:2tsup:
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    Our Swap's Complete

    Here are a few pics of my swap with David.A beautiful SHE-Oak Fountain pen....Need to learn how to take a better photo. The grain is a lot more impressive in person. Once again a good swap....Thanks...
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    I'm in for this one -:2tsup: Mr Vic Colorado...

    I'm in for this one -:2tsup:

    Mr Vic
    Colorado USA
    Just keep the swap on this planet!
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    Duh, oops!

    Todd, was just reading the card in the center picture.....Duh...forgot to update it for a roller ball....Okay I'm not a typist....Glad you like the pen....The finial plug is antler...
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    Okay, It was late and I was tired....Can you say...

    Okay, It was late and I was tired....Can you say Dumass.....Sorry the pics are poor...the wood comes out great but the pen is kinda washed out...
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    2010 Australia Day Swaped Blank Use

    Here's the results from the first blank I turned from the wood which acompanied my pen from Swino. Is was a short blankk with a lot of charecter. I've had a Black Titanium Wall St II kit just waiting...
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    Mike, The way I heard, it's the first...

    Mike, The way I heard, it's the first Australian......withSt patty's Day around the corner, my blarney detector is in high gear. With the blarney your talking you must have a large touch of the...
  21. Thread: Opinions Needed

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    Not sure which Seira, but a two tone Chrome and...

    Not sure which Seira, but a two tone Chrome and Brushed satin would go nice. There are two different styles, one more Satin then Chrome....the soft satin won't detract from the gloss of the blank nor...
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    This Swap is Insane

    Okay,i was trying to think of a clever way to rant about how this swap went. I just got mine today (posted mine to Australia Tuesday - another story) Well my swap partner SWINO really did a number on...
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    jump over to this forum...someone there might...

    jump over to this forum...someone there might have an ideas. i found the site while researching some resoration of couple old fountain pens. They use a sack, "J" bar and lever for filling. I think...
  24. Thread: Mixed Media Pen

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    Thanks...It was a 50th birthday present for a...

    Thanks...It was a 50th birthday present for a retired Air Force Chief Master Sargent....He loved it too!
  25. Thread: Mixed Media Pen

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    Mixed Media Pen

    Hers a pen that uses several mediums in one. The Pen is a Baron/Navigator.

    The body is antler, it has laser etching, a water slide decal, fittings turned from turquoise true-stone and a CA...
  26. Thread: Truestone

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    I've turned the Turquoise and Malachite...

    I've turned the Turquoise and Malachite true-stone and bot have turned like butter. The biggest trick is keeping it cool while drilling and turning....I did both slow and easy. Rounded with a 1" bowl...
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    Love the pens...will have to attempt casting when...

    Love the pens...will have to attempt casting when the weather warms a bit!!

    You can use the decals on wood also.

    1) Turn the pen and sand smooth to 2000 wet/dry paper.

    2) Apply one coat...
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    Funny You Should Ask

    My swap mate asked a similar question related to what can and can not be mailed. I did some searching and found this info about restrictions on products to Australia.

    What Can't Be Mailed To...
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    Do you have to cast a label? I looked at the...

    Do you have to cast a label? I looked at the above site and they carry the model decal paper. Iuse it and turn my pen out of wood. Usually a light color like maple or ash. I seal the wood with a...
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    Fountain Pen Care

    Robert, here's a link to some fountain pen care instructions. Ha several topics to include converter installation and use...
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  31. Thread: What pen kit

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    Simple Elegance

    Have a look at this kit from Craft Supply USA (Can probably find from Overseas sources) This kit, in Rhodium finish, embodies Simple Elegance with out the gaudiness of somekit. It's available in both...
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    Add me also

    Tossing my name in the hat....

    Mr Vic - Falcon, Colorado USA - OS

    Thanks - Vic
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