The motor end of the lathe is called the head stock. Other end is tail stock. Love the idea of making this type of pen. I have made hundreds of pens and look forward to something new. You might want to consider a set of carbide tools. Usual set includes three tools. No need to sharpen , just turn tip to next blade with a set screw. They can be re-sharpened with a diamond card and re-used over and over. This type of tool is so easy to use so may be helpful to you. I think the whole process of turning can be done on a wood lathe but I do like the metal lathe and wish I had one. Best of luck in your business. I don't mean to be super critical rather just trying to give some helpful hints. Thanks for the videos.
Thank you , this was a great video. I have been turning pens for a couple of years, but just started trying dip pens. I made the first for a friend who a civil war re-enactor...and have now gotten hooked. Probably weird because I do not do calligraphy or use them at all !!! It was informative as i can now see ways to meld the way I build them with my equipment with some of the techniques you use. Thanks again.
Have you ever tried Shellawax as a compromise between boiled linseed oil and spray lacquer? Also, have you ever made oblique pen holders? Enjoyed watching you work! Nice pen!
Faith, I have used shellac before on a ukulele I made for my wife but never Shellewax. I just read up on it. Sounds like it might be quicker than a spray finish. Thanks.
I so enjoyed watching you turn your pens, thanks for sharing. I too would love to know how much you sell your pens for if you make them to sell that is.
Sue, I am glad you enjoyed seeing the process. I do sell these. If you still have interest please send an email to ordersn2paper@gmail.com and I will send you the price sheet and a photo of what I have right now.
The motor end of the lathe is called the head stock. Other end is tail stock. Love the idea of making this type of pen. I have made hundreds of pens and look forward to something new. You might want to consider a set of carbide tools. Usual set includes three tools. No need to sharpen , just turn tip to next blade with a set screw. They can be re-sharpened with a diamond card and re-used over and over. This type of tool is so easy to use so may be helpful to you. I think the whole process of turning can be done on a wood lathe but I do like the metal lathe and wish I had one. Best of luck in your business. I don't mean to be super critical rather just trying to give some helpful hints. Thanks for the videos.
Thank you , this was a great video. I have been turning pens for a couple of years, but just started trying dip pens. I made the first for a friend who a civil war re-enactor...and have now gotten hooked. Probably weird because I do not do calligraphy or use them at all !!! It was informative as i can now see ways to meld the way I build them with my equipment with some of the techniques you use. Thanks again.
Have you ever tried Shellawax as a compromise between boiled linseed oil and spray lacquer? Also, have you ever made oblique pen holders? Enjoyed watching you work! Nice pen!
Faith, I have used shellac before on a ukulele I made for my wife but never Shellewax. I just read up on it. Sounds like it might be quicker than a spray finish. Thanks.
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I so enjoyed watching you turn your pens, thanks for sharing. I too would love to know how much you sell your pens for if you make them to sell that is.
Sue,
I am glad you enjoyed seeing the process. I do sell these. If you still have interest please send an email to ordersn2paper@gmail.com and I will send you the price sheet and a photo of what I have right now.
Hello :), that 'chatter' you are talking about could be avoided if you work from ends toward middle. =)
Thanks Daniel, I will try that on the next pen I turn.
Nice. How much do they typically sell for?
Where is the source for the ferrule?
I think you have to see woodprix if you'd like to make it awesome