Cambridge Hybrid/Ultras

[JimMc7]

I wanted to try a couple of these and I like them "ok" but still prefer Jr Statesman for the higher $ (to me!) kits. As others have said, the black band at the center coupler seems out of place.

Gold with Sterling Silver accents - Red with Gold Matrix Tru-stone

Sterling Silver with Titanium Gold accents - Azurite Web Gemstone

I've used primary plating and accent names that make sense to me --- be careful if you order one though and look at the product photo -- both of my kit packages have "gold/SS" in that order on the label (one from Arizona Silhouette and one from Woodcraft) and obviously different pens. I had similar problem with the older model Cambridge pens from Lee Valley -- kit plating labels seemed backwards to actual pen platings -- probably just me!

 

[mrcook4570]

Nice looking work, although I do not care for the black part of the cb since all of the other parts are silver or gold in color.

 

[johnnycnc]

Jim,
Those are top notch! I like the choice of blanks you gave them.
agreed on the black band.

 

[maxman400]

WOW, those are great looking Pens.

 

[Lenny]

I agree with the other comments regarding the plating and center band. I really appreciate the nice clear photos. It sure helps to see what a kit is like when it is photographed so nicely. Great job all around!

 

[OKLAHOMAN]

Jim, Great fit and finish, those would be winners in anybodies way of thinking. I agree as to the Jr. Statesman being a better higher end pen. Take that black plastic away and make it postable and I would add them to my arsenal.

 

[bitshird]

Your work is very good, your choice of materials is good as well, but I have to agree about the black ring, unless you were making a black pen, I'm sure missing the Emperors,

 

[Ligget]

Gorgeous pens, great pictures too Jim, I have to agree with the others that the black band looks out of place, keep up the good work!

 

[artme]

As others have said. Great looking pens, noetheless.

 

[ed4copies]

While the black band is certainly NOT a feature, I think your use of the blue material "absorbs" the band well.

Red, not so much.

Beautiful workmanship and pics!!!

 

[rpearson]

Great choice of materials, workmanship and photography. This kind of detail also helps those of us that may not have tried these kits. Awesome work!

 

[JimMc7]

Thanks, all, for the comments.

Ken, your Woodchuck is really helpful when turning some of the Tru-stone/Gemstone blanks. I couldn't keep a skew sharp enough to turn Red Dino Bone or the Azurite Web -- I use the Woodchuck from start to finish on those now.

 

[kruzzer]

Black band or not they sure look great blanks/colors you used...

 

[dustmaker]

Great looking set. A very ornamental kit, but I like it. I like to refer to these as "pocket bling" or "desk bling". I have one in this kit that I should be ready to post soon, so I may be a little biased :tongue:.

 

[jasontg99]

Man those are pretty!

 

[Mrs Rojo22]

Great looking pens!

Robin