Small thing I wish I could change

[hannah]

The threaded piece that holds the cap on Baron and Tycoon pens are black. I just don't like how this looks with the gold components. Anyone have ideas for how to get rid of the black plating? Torch it off? Soak it in something?

 

[magpens]

Are you sure it is black "plating" ?
If it were paint, you might stand a chance of soaking it off. . I'd think of using acetone ... pretty nasty stuff though. . Don't try it yet.
But if it is a plating, your chances are slim.

Now, could it be a black plastic ring ?

Sorry, I am just exploring ideas because I am not familiar with the Baron or Tycoon.

 

[lorbay]

All the Barons I have this piece is plastic.

 

[mick]

To get metal threads you'll have to switch to the Jr Gent pen from Daycom.

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[TattooedTurner]

I can't help you, but I'll say that's one of the 2 main reasons I prefer non-postable kits. The other is simply because I prefer not to post the cap, I have small hands and it throws the balance way out of whack for me.

 

[RobS]

To get metal threads you'll have to switch to the Jr Gent pen from Daycom.

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Mick is 100% correct, on the recommendation.

 

[greenacres2]

Jr Retro is nice too with no black. I also do a lot of Jr George in the antique brass and antique silver plates--they don't sell as well, but i like them!!
earl

 

[Stephen]

My experience with the Baron over time of usage: the black coating wears out on top of the threads to gold on a gold kit. I think it is a plastic coating.