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hello all, looking forward to learning here. i'm brand new to this, haven't even tried to turn my first pen. i'm going to start with wood -- i'm thinking a single barrel with a rollerball nose cone. i don't like the idea of dealing with springs -- and i do prefer rollerballs. my goal is to 3d...

Hey everyone! I am a teacher at an Independent STEM school in southwest Ohio. At the end of every year, teachers create a new course called "STEMmersion". This course is a 10-day immersive experience for students in grades 6-11 and is the highlight of everyone's school year. This year, I am...

Hi, I am new to pen turning and want to buy my first lathe. I am looking at an Excelsior mini. It only comes as the machine. What other parts do I need ie chuck, tailstock, mandrel etc. Also where is the best place to buy? Finally what size tool rest works best, 4” or 6”? Thanks so much for...