First Cigar Rollerball

[C. Scott]

Here is my first Cigar Rollerball in Aromatic Cedar. The wood was given to me by my uncle who is a retired carpenter.

The kit was pretty easy to build, however parting the wood to the tube for receiving of the centerband is critical. I feel that when you post the cap on this pen then it was out of balance and too long. If I make any more of these I won't install the posting cap but just keep the end enclosed like I have seen done on this site. Also, the threads I felt were a little rough but they have smoothed out due to capping and uncapping several times. Lastly, a bit of silicone on the o-ring stops the squeaking when capping the pen.

Another view:

 

[Gary]

That is one pretty pink pen! Nice job, Scott.

 

[KKingery]

You did a very good job! The finish really shines!

 

[Guest]

Beautiful.
I like that knot on the bottom among other things.

 

[Fleabit]

You never know what kind of grain you get with Cedar. I like the knot. It gives it character. Good work.

 

[Randy_]

Which company did that kit come from??

 

[rtgleck]

Wow, that turned out great... I don't think I've ever turned a cedar pen... I might have to give that a shot

 

[Tropical]

Very pretty wood. Great looking pen.

 

[jkirkb94]

Great looking pen,Chris! I can almost smell the wood! Kirk[8D]

 

[C. Scott]

Thanks for the compliments, ya'll are too kind.

Randy.

The kit came from PSI via Woodturningz. I wish it were offered in different platings. Oh, one more thing, the springs for the refills were missing []