New Style For Me (snap cap)

[hewunch]

This is a snap cap kitless (notice, no threads). Since I have a bunch of Jonathon's "Cast offs" I decided I would experiment with a blank (or three). The nib and clip came from Elliot Landes. I learned a ton from making this. And I totally know what I will do next time around. Comments welcome.

 

[renowb]

Nice! I like that color combination!

 

[BRobbins629]

Nice design Hans. I've tried a few snap caps myself and still need some design improvement as well.

 

[hewunch]

Thanks folks! Bruce what were some of the flaws you found in yours (if I may be so bold to ask)?

 

[Brooks803]

Looks great Hans! I just got my clips yesterday and my new collet set today so now I gotta get some shop time in!

 

[76winger]

The pen looks great and I like the color blend. I'm curious how you implement a snap-fit on it though.

 

[hewunch]

The plastic caps that come on the nib. You mount them inside the cap

 

[BRobbins629]

Thanks folks! Bruce what were some of the flaws you found in yours (if I may be so bold to ask)?

My most recent was using a vintage MB section which has 3 protruding half moons. I tried to make a cap with a lip that would depress these as it slid over and once over them secure it. Still works as a friction fit, but I was hoping for more of a secure snap.

 

[bluwolf]

The plastic caps that come on the nib. You mount them inside the cap

Very nice pen! I love snap caps. I didn't realize you could buy the nib and snap cap separately. Is the snap cap adjustable for secure fit like the kits you can buy? Are they available in different finishes other than the black and gold? And of course, where can you get them?

 

[scotian12]

Hans...And now I know what you did with those nib caps I sent you. Very nice craftmanship! regards Darrell Eisner

 

[hewunch]

The plastic caps that come on the nib. You mount them inside the cap

Very nice pen! I love snap caps. I didn't realize you could buy the nib and snap cap separately. Is the snap cap adjustable for secure fit like the kits you can buy? Are they available in different finishes other than the black and gold? And of course, where can you get them?

I got the nib from Elliot Landes. It came with a cap. But Darrell is correct in that this is what I wanted the caps for. You can buy the caps, but many of the fountain pen kits come with a cap on the nib.

In my looking around, I did find snap caps for sale (after I had asked for them here). I was actually looking for clips like what Elliot sold (with the ball on the end).

It depends on the cap as to where it can be adjustable. Not all of them need to be adjustable because there is plenty of play in the cap. Others need to be "just right"

 

[hewunch]

Hans...And now I know what you did with those nib caps I sent you. Very nice craftmanship! regards Darrell Eisner

Thanks for the caps and the compliment

 

[Dalecamino]

Very nice Hans. I've been pondering snap caps myself but, didn't get very far until now :redface: The pen looks great.

 

[wizard]

Hans, That is an amazing pen! The snap cap is something that seems so hard to do and you make it look easy! Really like the finial and clip and something I want to learn to do. Great work Hans! Doc

 

[hewunch]

Thanks Chuck & Doc! You are there, just give it a try.

 

[Jgrden]

My attempt at a snap cap was just okay. I was not happy with the connection. It seemed like my workmanship was not the best. You did real well.

 

[Jeff G]

Hi all
Beautiful pen! I am interested in those clips. You mentioned you got them from Elliot, Elliot if you are reading this do you sell them? If so can we talk ?
Thanks guys!
JeffG

 

[crabcreekind]

Very interesting pen, is there a pic of all the parts?