First Pen!

[QuillandQuiver]

A cabinetmaker friend gave me his scraps so I had some beautiful walnut available for my first pen! I was so antsy to finally have my tools set up that I grabbed a kit that I wasn't super fond of.... but it's growing on me. After getting a feel for my chisels, lathe speed, and experiencing a deep catch or two out popped a pen. Tried to be daring with a more ergonomic shape and it's relatively enjoyable to write with.

 

[tomtedesco]

Hang on, the ride has just begun. Welcome.

 

[Bats]

It's not too late to quit! Save yourself!

(save yourself surprisingly vast quantities of time, money, and shop space to be precise)

 

[eteska]

Nice first pen! What kind of finish did you use?

 

[QuillandQuiver]

I've heard that it's addicting! And now I know firsthand

I did CA for a finish, about 7 coats total.

 

[qquake]

Very nice. I like that kit, it's my favorite slim pen. I've made several.

 

[Jontello]

Well done!

 

[TDahl]

Very nice.

 

[RichAldrich]

Welcome!

 

[howsitwork]

Welcome Cale

the slope is long and slippery, enjoy the ride

 

[genopsdir]

A cabinetmaker friend gave me his scraps so I had some beautiful walnut available for my first pen! I was so antsy to finally have my tools set up that I grabbed a kit that I wasn't super fond of.... but it's growing on me. After getting a feel for my chisels, lathe speed, and experiencing a deep catch or two out popped a pen. Tried to be daring with a more ergonomic shape and it's relatively enjoyable to write with.

My first couple and stand.

 

[QuillandQuiver]

Here are numbers 1, 2, and 3! Walnut, Cherry, and Walnut Burl. I was daring enough to try an unstabilized burl. It was a challenge. Had to repair a blowout and made plenty of mistakes along the way. All have been so enjoyable so far!