a couple of Panache pens - new (to me)

[Ted iin Michigan]

I've seen the Panache before and thought they carried a wonderful appearance but never took the time to make any. The recent CSUSA group buy gave me the opportunity ot get a couple that I could experiment with. I don't think it's a pen you an carry in your pocket, but it would certainly grab comments sitting on a desk!

The pen requires a long blank (6" MINIMUM) so most acrylics or Tru-Stone are out (too bad). I went to my wood stash and grabbed some wenge (which I ALWAYS have issues with) and some cross cut padauk. The appearance of the pen is real important so I took extra care in getting the form where I wanted it. Many coats of thin CA and a LOT of sanding/polishing later and here's what I got:

 

[1080Wayne]

Very nice . Really like the padauk .

 

[mikespenturningz]

Those both came out great. You really nailed them..

 

[Band Saw Box]

Ted ; You have two very nice pens, I like the paduck the best, both have spot on fit and finish.

 

[Jim15]

Beautiful pens.

 

[OZturner]

Glorious Pens, Ted.
I agree "a great desk pen".
Fantastic choice of Blanks, with Superb Fit and Finish.
Excellent Photographs Ted.
Congratulations.
Brian.

 

[ossaguy]

They are both beautiful pens!

I really enjoy making Panache pens,and I use one at work daily.





Steve

 

[Blackwood]

Very nice pens Ted,

Looks like I got a new project!

Baron

 

[Janster]

..well done. The fit~n~finish is outstanding! Be well......Jan

 

[Silverado]

Awesome!! Outstanding Flawless Finish!

 

[OLDMAN5050]

EXCELLENT

 

[RushmanHCP]

Two great looking pens - well done!

 

[Waggoner]

Very nice pens. I have a couple of those kits and haven't had a chance to turn them yet. Looks like I will be turning them this weekend. Very nice again.

 

[bcul01]

Outstanding. How did you maintain a uniform angle on the cutting?