You are really up'ing your game there buddy. Very nice work Chuck. I could use a few tips on the whole kitless thing. The threading I get......what I don't get is the order in completing the pen.
Thank you Chris. You can get alot from Georges(texatdurango) tutorial in the library. And, because you helped me build my guitar, I'll have no problem helping you with a metal pen. I'll be in touch.
Chuck, The finish is beautiful. I think the pen could be a bit longer though, looks just a little short for the diameter. But again, that's just personal preference. I'm gonna have to find a different material to work with. Aluminum is obviously yours now:biggrin:
Thanks Mike. You're right, it is short. It measures 4 5/8 closed. Please be sure to let me know what kind of material WE'RE going to work on next.:biggrin::biggrin::biggrin:
Chuck,
That's a great looking pen. Are you using an endmill on the cap to notch out for the clip ring?
Thanks Cris. Right now, I'm using a 1/2" router bit as recommended by Mike Redburn, since I don't have end mills. I looked at HD for a 7/16 but they only carry 8ths sizes. I think 3/8 would work for the right clips.
Hi Chuck
Cool work as always. By any chance would you have the weight of your creation?
Thank you Pete. You know? I DON'T have a scale yet but, it's on my list. Since I drill the lower body with 1/4" there is still alot of material remaining. Adding to the weight. But, this one feels good. Not too heavy, not too light.