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27th January 2016, 04:21 PM
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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...
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22nd January 2016, 04:21 PM
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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.
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19th April 2015, 08:41 AM
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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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25th January 2015, 04:12 AM
Thread: Couple of (Hopefully) quick questions
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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...
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25th January 2015, 04:02 AM
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"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
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20th May 2014, 12:50 PM
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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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10th May 2014, 12:14 PM
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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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31st March 2014, 04:12 AM
Thread: Celtic knot delineation
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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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31st March 2014, 03:13 AM
Thread: Celtic knot delineation
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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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26th January 2014, 04:42 AM
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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
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27th December 2013, 05:21 AM
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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.
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16th April 2013, 02:22 PM
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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... -
27th November 2012, 02:28 PM
Thread: 2013 Australia Day Pen Swap
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Mr Vic, USA, DOM OS Extra
Mr Vic, USA, DOM OS Extra
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20th December 2011, 03:38 PM
Thread: 2012 Australia Day Pen Swap
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That time again already?
Mr Vic
OS or Dom
USA
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30th March 2011, 03:20 PM
Thread: 2011 Australia Day pen swap - Photographs
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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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11th December 2010, 02:36 PM
Thread: 2011 Australia Day pen swap
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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
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24th March 2010, 02:50 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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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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19th March 2010, 12:48 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day Swaped Blank Use
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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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18th March 2010, 03:28 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day Swaped Blank Use
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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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6th March 2010, 02:03 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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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...
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5th March 2010, 03:24 PM
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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5th March 2010, 02:53 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day SWAP PENS
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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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3rd March 2010, 04:17 PM
Thread: "" fountain pen""
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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...
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21st February 2010, 04:10 PM
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!
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21st February 2010, 03:53 PM
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... -
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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21st February 2010, 03:29 PM
Thread: A few dragon labels
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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.
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5th February 2010, 02:04 PM
Thread: Posting your Pen OS
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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.
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10th January 2010, 05:57 PM
Thread: just experimenting
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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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9th January 2010, 05:01 PM
Thread: Fountain pen Ink Pumps
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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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9th January 2010, 04:50 PM
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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1st January 2010, 01:37 PM
Thread: 2010 Australia Day PEN SWAP!
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Add me also
Tossing my name in the hat....
Mr Vic - Falcon, Colorado USA - OS
Thanks - Vic