metal

Hey folks, I've almost hit the 1 year mark in my kitless pen making journey. I've been enjoying it immensely (when I can get the time to do it) and having so much fun! It's such a creative outlet that I'm always thinking about and looking forward to doing. Now for the point of this post. I...

Just a quick question about taps & dies. As I dive deeper and deeper into the kitless world, I find myself wanting to make my own mandrels and such to hold various pieces on the lathe. I've purchased some brass & aluminum rod stock. My bigger question though is – is cutting threads in this...

Hi, Maybe someone here knows where can I buy metal pens? Interested mainly in solid copper and sterling silver pens. Looking mainly for small / slim ones and to buy a quantity of them. Looking for a potential discount and engraving options. Thanks!

Alumilite Resin and Wood Rings with Steel Inserts Locally sourced/reclaimed - Cherry burl, Mahogany, Ambrosia❤ We make our own inserts!

I recently purchased a MicroMark 7 X 16, wanting to expand my penturning into penmaking. When I look over at my collection of pen blanks I see well over 1000 blanks, many very select pieces. Then I look at my metal stock...there is NOTHING! I am seeking suggestions (somewhat specific as to metal...

Nice and simple Jr. Statesman in rhodium with White Mokume blank just turned B2B with a slight curved profile. Wet sanded to 1200, MM, and finished with the 2 step nuvite polish included with the blanks. I've got to tell you, while the price tag is a little intimidating on these M3's, I think...

Hi, I'm looking for a source to buy hardened/tempered HSS M2 steel bars and rods - not a large amount, for personal use (want to make a few tools by grinding the shape into the metal). preferebly with cutting services. I looked at McMaster-Carr but they seem to only offer annealed material...