Eels Click pen

[Ironwood]

When I made the blank for my "Last Bullet Pen", I poured a few different version blanks to make sure I got a good one, this is one of the blanks that wasn't chosen for the commissioned pen.

I have a few of these kits in the drawer that I never use, because I don't like the feel of the click mechanism.
I used it because I just wanted to make a pen today.

 

[liljohn1368]

That's a really nice pen..I'm trying to decide if I want to do lumilite or PR blanks....

 

[mark james]

Nice blank.

I agree about the click mechanism, I like the longer barrel, but just have not been too thrilled the way the mechanism feels.

 

[Ironwood]

That's a really nice pen..I'm trying to decide if I want to do lumilite or PR blanks....

Thanks John.
I do PR blanks , I would also like to make some Alumilite blanks but the cost is prohibitive here in Australia.

Nice blank.

I agree about the click mechanism, I like the longer barrel, but just have not been too thrilled the way the mechanism feels.

Cheers Mark.
Its a shame about the click on these pens as they don't look too bad. I just can't bring myself to put these ones up for sale. This one might end up being a gift for someone.
I have heard the Vertex has a better click mechanism, I might include one in my next order to try it out.

 

[magpens]

Nice colours in blank !! I agree about the click mechanism on those pens. The Vertex click pen is much smoother, but some folks say it is prone to breakage ... I haven't had any break ... yet !!

 

[Ironwood]

Thanks Mal.
It's a shame if the Vertex is prone to problems, I was hoping it might be one that I could include in my lineup.
I think there is an opening for someone to bring out a trustable click kit that also looks good.

 

[BSea]

While the click mechanism is kinda harsh, it's very reliable. I have one of these pens that I've used for almost 5 years with no problems. If I were to sell pens (which I rarely do), this would be one of the few click pens I'd sell.

That is a very nice blank. Good job! :good:

 

[Hubert H]

I like that. Nice blank.

 

[Ironwood]

While the click mechanism is kinda harsh, it's very reliable. I have one of these pens that I've used for almost 5 years with no problems. If I were to sell pens (which I rarely do), this would be one of the few click pens I'd sell.

That is a very nice blank. Good job! :good:

Thanks for the user report on the pen kit Bob.
I don't have any of these pens out there being used. I sold the first one I made to a Guy that collects pens a few years ago, when he picked it up he commented on the feel of the mechanism, but bought it anyway to put it in his display cabinet.
I haven't made another one until now, I like the look of these pens, but initial impressions on the feel of the clicker turns me off a little.