Laminated Aluminum/Cherry celtic knot on a Manhattan

[AWLogue]

Hi all! Here's something new I tried today: an aluminum and cherry laminated celtic knot on an Elegant Manhattan pen. I think it turned out great, what do you think?

 

[adirondak5]

I think its beautiful

 

[RKB]

Very nice. :biggrin:

Rod

 

[Jim15]

I think you are right, it's great.

 

[mark james]

GREAT!

Tight lines, the top and bottom of the knots are aligned, even spacing for the veneer.

Well done.

Looks easy, the first 20 are not, but after you get your jigs set and understand your errors, it does become easier.

My only suggestion, which is only my design preference - make some end caps - very easy, but adds a lot to the overall design. (I won't take over your thread, but PM me if you want thoughts).

 

[OZturner]

Terrific Celtic Knot Pen, Aaron.
Perfectly Aligned, and Formed.
Excellent Fit and Finish.
Look forward to seeing more of your work.
Congratulations.
Brian.

 

[Super Dave]

Great job ! That is on my bucket list, I hope it comes out as good.

Dave

 

[jttheclockman]

Looks good Aaron. May I ask what you are cutting the slots with and what type of aluminum are you using???

 

[liljohn1368]

Looks great...

 

[AWLogue]

Thank you all for the kind words!

GREAT!

Tight lines, the top and bottom of the knots are aligned, even spacing for the veneer.

Well done.

Looks easy, the first 20 are not, but after you get your jigs set and understand your errors, it does become easier.

My only suggestion, which is only my design preference - make some end caps - very easy, but adds a lot to the overall design. (I won't take over your thread, but PM me if you want thoughts).

I'll be sure to send you a PM! I'm always looking for ways to improve.

Terrific Celtic Knot Pen, Aaron.
Perfectly Aligned, and Formed.
Excellent Fit and Finish.
Look forward to seeing more of your work.
Congratulations.
Brian.

Thank you very much! You'll see some in one of the competitions soon.

Looks good Aaron. May I ask what you are cutting the slots with and what type of aluminum are you using???

I used a bandsaw with approximately a .04" kerf. The aluminum is just aluminum flashing from the hardware store.

 

[jttheclockman]

thanks

 

[PR_Princess]

What a great looking pen!! The cherry and aluminum knot really complement the kit, great choice!

 

[mecompco]

Awesome looking pen--I love it!

Regards,
Michael

 

[keithbyrd]

Excellent!! I really like it!