First Pens from a New Turner

[WigWag Workshop]

Good Day Folks

Below are some of the first pens I have turned. I been comparing different ways to finish the turnings, and writing the processes down.




-Steven

 

[mark james]

Looking good Steven!

 

[magpens]

Those are really GREAT looking pens, Steven !!!! . Welcome to IAP !!!!

Please tell me what pen kits you used ... I especially like the single barrel style

And also, what is the "OB Shine Juice" that you use? . Not familiar with that .

 

[KenV]

Kudos for keeping notes!!

 

[RegisG]

Very nice work. And so well organized.
I was surprised at the depth & gloss on the one without micro mesh (bottom center)

Thanks for sharing
Regis

 

[stuckinohio]

Pens look good. Nice and straight. Where are you in central Ohio?

 

[studioseven]

Nice work Steve. I like that you are recording your finishing steps. I wish I knew what I did with the first pens I ever turned.

Seven

 

[Jgrden]

Nothing like a fair amount of research before launching.

 

[OZturner]

Excellent Collection of Pens, Steven.
Great Fit and Finish.
Congratulations,
Brian.

 

[bon_sai]

OB Shine Juice

1/3 part Boiled Linseed Oil
1/3 part Clear Shellac
1/3 part Denatured Alcohol

Mix in a plastic squirt bottle and shake well.

When finished using, mark a line on the side of the bottle.

When you are ready to use again after a day or a few days, fill the bottle up to the line with denatured alcohol.

Here is the youtube video from Capt Eddie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=taJbBmcaAZQ