9 Slot Segmented Panache

[mark james]

This has been on my "To Do" list for a few months.

I've never turned a Panache kit before, but it may grow on me... not sure.


I was inspired from this pen by Branden Wong: http://www.penturners.org/forum/f179/pinstripe-panache-108904/

Similar pens, but totally different methods of construction. Branden's has 12 veneers inlays, I have 9 slots with a 3-ply inlay (27 veneers).

Next I will use one of my 12 slot blanks, and I believe the slots will meet at the centerband and the Maple sections will come to a point.

Comments and suggestions are welcomed.


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[RKB]

Wowser that is really nice. :biggrin:

Rod

 

[Ken Wines]

Beautiful pen, Mark. I really like the laminated inlays that you inserted in the slots. If I ever grow up (doubtful), I aspire to be like you.

Ken Wines

 

[magpens]

Very nice work, Mark !!

And thanks for citing Branden's work ... his IAP tutorial is good to know about.

 

[mark james]

Beautiful pen, Mark. I really like the laminated inlays that you inserted in the slots. If I ever grow up (doubtful), I aspire to be like you.

Ken Wines

And I would love to be able to do what you do!!!

But thank you for the kind remarks. Be well Ken.

 

[bobjackson]

Really nice Mark.

 

[stonepecker]

Very nice looking pen. You finish work is something to admire.
The fit looks perfect.

 

[thewishman]

Looks good.

It also looks like math was involved, and to quote Barbie, "Math is hard."