Cocobolo & Amboyna Gifts

[wiset1]

I made this pen today as a gift for my First Sergeant who will be leaving our unit for a new position the first of the new year. This is my way of saying "Thank you" for all the leadership and understanding. He's from Mexico so I used Cocobolo wood to honor his heritage. I used a Broadwell kit for this pen. :tongue:

This is a pen I made this weekend for my friend John who runs our local wood shop. John has always been there to help me out when I'm in a bind and has never asked for anything in return. This was my way of saying Thank you. I used Amboyna Brul with a Majestic Jr fountain pen kit since he only writes with a fountain pen...pretty cool guy.

Thanks for looking and I hope everyone has a good weekend.

Larger images can be seen in my gallery ( www.flickr.com/photos/twise/ )

V/r
Tim

 

[boxerman]

2 beautiful pens.

 

[wiset1]

Thank you! They will be going to some great folks who deserve them so I hope they like them.

 

[Drstrangefart]

Those are definitely extremely nice. The best gifts are the ones you don't wanna give away once they are finished.

 

[latelearner]

Those are two beautiful pens. Both recipients should be very pleased and you should be extremely proud. Thanks for your service and have a great holiday season.

 

[wiset1]

Thanks everyone. While it would be nice to keep these it will feel better knowing that I can give them to people who will appreciate them and keep them as a fond reminder of a friendship. Tis the season to give and if this is my skill set then it's pens all around, ha ha ha.

 

[texaswoodworker]

Those are BEAUTIFUL!!! You did a great job. Your First Seargant and friend will love them.

 

[wiset1]

I truly hope so. Thanks for the feedback!

 

[Jim15]

Awesome pens.

 

[wiset1]

Thanks Jim...I figure the more I turn the better I'll get. Funny thing about the Cocobolo pen...I started using the Majestic Jr. bushings on the cap and turned it down a bit before I thought to myself...that looks a bit thin for a Broadwell cap! It was just shy of the bushings to I used thick CA to build up to the bushings. Can't tell once it's finished, but it was an O.S. moment, ha ha ha

 

[Super Dave]

Great job on the pens. You made the most of some beautiful wood. I am sure they will make great gifts.

Dave

 

[ctubbs]

Tim, great job on two beautiful pens. I am sure that your first sargent and friend will cherish them for many years to come. Your skill is getting better with each one you build.
Please pass on our thanks to all your friends and family our thanks for your service.
Charles

 

[wiset1]

Thank you Charles!

My Soldiers know I've been doing these pens and even though they think it an odd hobby they think the end product is pretty cool. I also let them know that they have the support of our fellow Americans back home who are grateful for their service. I was asked to pass along a hearty "Thank You" from the Dagger Platoon of the 102d Signal Battalion.

 

[wizard]

You are a great friend to people! They will both cherish their pens you made them in the years to come. Thank you for everything you do to keep us safe and out of harms way!!
Bless you!
Doc

 

[woodman]

Tim very nicely done, no make that they are excellent.Good choice of pen and material. I looked at your site and all your work is truly amazing. If you are overseas God speed to you and all that are over there!!

 

[bitshird]

Great pens, and a wonderful gesture for your First Sargent, Both are extremely nice pens.

 

[wiset1]

Thank you again! My family and I will FINALLY be coming bacvk to the U.S. next year. My wife has been here in Germany for 26 years (Military Brat) and I've been here since 1992. Back when I was in the Air Force the didn't really care if you stayed overseas, now that I switched into the Army they figured it was time for a good job and a bit of time back home. DC bound

 

[Lenny]

Beautiful pens! I'm sure the recipients will treasure them and they will be a constant reminder of your friendship!

 

[David Keller]

Two great looking pens... Thanks for posting them and thanks for your service.