My Christmas Present ...

[Kaspar]

... to myself.


Imperial Rhodium and Gold with "Tiger" Padauk

Originally I was going to put this in an Imperial with BT, but I thought the use of gold in this kit was sufficiently restrained that it would be okay, and match the "warmth" of the wood as well. I also note that they no longer have the mixed satin / high gloss finish on the Imperial, but it's still my favorite large pen kit.

The chatoyancy in this piece of wood is incredible. From certain angles the tiger striping goes all the way around. Actually, the stripes show a slight offset where they meet, and I understand the underlying structure of the wood better now.

Here it is closed:

 

[Dalecamino]

Very nice gift to yourself . That's a great piece of wood . Remarkable finish . Is that CA ? Very good job onthis pen !

 

[Ankrom Exotics]

Great work. That is one beautiful pen. I haven't tried an Imperial yet but I think you just convinced me to put one on my "to do" list.

Nice photos as well.

 

[Mather323]

Great work on your pen and photo.

 

[Jim15]

That's beautiful.

 

[Kaspar]

Thanks, folks.

Remarkable finish . Is that CA?

Yes.

 

[Skye]

Wow, it's almost snakewood without the hassle. Very nice pen there.

You doing bicep curls to get used to the weight?

 

[toolcrazy]

Wow, that is gorgeous. Nice work.

 

[hilltopper46]

What a beautiful pen!

 

[broitblat]

That is a great combination, and well made.

I think you've found just the right balance between figure in the wood and elements in the kit to create a luxurious looking pen that's not over done.

-Barry

 

[JWS Penworks]

Now that is a beautiful pen! Great work and great photos!

John

 

[ed4copies]

WOW, I have always shunned padauk. This certainly will make me "rethink" that position.

Great looking pen - tho the rollerball tip leaves me cold. But, you can't control that!!

And yes, the finish and photography ARE top-shelf!!

 

[guts]

Very nice looking pen,don't think I've ever see anything made out of padauk to compare with that,Great job.

 

[desertyellow]

Wow!

 

[Kaspar]

Thanks, folks!

You doing bicep curls to get used to the weight?

I'm a big boy.

WOW, I have always shunned padauk. This certainly will make me "rethink" that position.

Well, that was a very special piece I picked up on ebay a year ago. I thought I had lost it in the move to my new digs in May but recently found it. I haven't seen anything like it since, but I'm keeping my eyes open.

 

[rdunn12]

Stunning!That is one beautiful pen.

 

[VisExp]

Beautiful piece of wood and a beautiful pen!

 

[CaptG]

Wow, very nice work. I would keep it for myself too.

 

[angelofdeath]

WOW....that is one beautiful pen...the finish is just outstanding...great job with this, and what a great gift for yourself.

 

[bitshird]

That is an outstanding pen, I like the weight of the larger pens, your blank is beautiful, beautiful finish and photo.