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jttheclockman

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I am looking for a pen kit that has the same tube size for top and bottom of a 2 piece kit. Other than a cigar pen. Would like the kit to be a straight 2 piece kit. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
 
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jttheclockman said:
I am looking for a pen kit that has the same tube size for top and bottom of a 2 piece kit. Other than a cigar pen. Would like the kit to be a straight 2 piece kit. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
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Try the slimline edc pro from PSI. Don't let the slimline name put you off, it uses a Parker refill and is quite a nice pen. No where as slim as a regular slimline.
 
The PSI Premium Designer uses two 8mm tubes and has a parker refill. The only problem with it is that it is only available in gold plating. I modify them to make long closed end desk sets all the time. - Dave
 
The Classic American kits seem to be good choice. After looking at the components, I think PSI took the European BP kit, increased the size of the tubes, flattened the top, retained the center band (without the need for a tenon) and converted them to RB and FP and gave it a new, more patriotic name (if you are from the US).
 
jttheclockman said:
Thanks. This has potential because of the larger tubes.
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I really like this kit, especially the Classic Elite II, since it has a longer main barrel than the original. I don't sell a high volume on Etsy, but this has been pretty popular for what I do sell. Customers seem to agree that they are nice. The one below is also a testament as to why I love Granadillo.

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Todd that is a beauty. The blank goes well with the kit. I will be getting some of these. May work for what I want to try. Thanks for posting the photo. Helped alot. Like that kit plating combo.
 
John, if you are looking for a pen that is more for the ladies, but still with the same diameter tubes for upper and lower (8 mm), then I would suggest the Diana / Zoe. I have made many of these and ladies always love them. It uses a Parker refill too...

Diana Pen Kit
 
David350 said:
John, if you are looking for a pen that is more for the ladies, but still with the same diameter tubes for upper and lower (8 mm), then I would suggest the Diana / Zoe. I have made many of these and ladies always love them. It uses a Parker refill too...

Diana Pen Kit
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No this is something I want to try and make the same blank for both top and bottom. But outside of making a kitless pen I want to use the same material size on both parts or else it looks odd because the cap has wider material and the bottom slimmer. I want the pieces to match up if possible. Just another pen blank I have in mind. Thanks.
 
jttheclockman said:
No this is something I want to try and make the same blank for both top and bottom. But outside of making a kitless pen I want to use the same material size on both parts or else it looks odd because the cap has wider material and the bottom slimmer. I want the pieces to match up if possible. Just another pen blank I have in mind. Thanks.
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This is a very valid thing. I've been disappointed in several Jrs I've made with hybrid blanks that didn't look right because of the difference in the wall thickness of the barrels, even with painting them. Of course, I need a lot more practice and experimentation with painting and colors, but having the same tube size helps immensely. With solid wood blanks, I've had no problems. Looking forward to seeing what you come up with, John.
 
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