My First Attempt.... Partially Open Top

[S.A.Mappin]

I wanted to try this to even see if it could be done....

Curly Hickory top, with the pen itself being Curly Maple, Buckeye Burl, and Walnut, segmented at a 45.


The top was the real challenge on this one. I need to do better on sanding in between the openings, but I was really happy I was even able to do this. I opted for a satin finish also.

Please bear with the photos, I spend more time on the pens than I do the camera!!!:biggrin:

 

[kinggabby]

nice work I like it. kewl design

 

[Ruby pen turning]

I love it, GrEaT idea how did you cut the slots? and I really like the color combo on the barrel.

 

[boxerman]

That's one cool pen.

 

[jaeger]

Whenever I see a COOL pen like this, I always like to look at the photo album.
You make some really nice pens!!!

 

[PaulDoug]

very unique and well done.

 

[S.A.Mappin]

I love it, GrEaT idea how did you cut the slots? and I really like the color combo on the barrel.

I have a pen wizard I used, I just didn't tube the blank all the way thru.

 

[Russianwolf]

nice........ But won't the nib dry out?

 

[S.A.Mappin]

On a fountain pen I could see it drying out.. I'm not sure how long it would take for a rollerball to dry out, I may leave one out to see.

 

[airrat]

Great idea the pen looks cool.

Could you put a plastic piece in the cap that could seal the rollerball? Just not sure where you would find it.