Opal and Sapphire Custom

[Robert111]

A while ago Jonathon Brooks and I did a swap and I got one of his new alumilite blanks. I started a pen but got sidetracked and just now remembered what it was I was going to do. I'm happy it came back to me because this is really a nice combination of materials.

I shaped this pen like the Nakaya Neo Standard, but shortened it at least a half inch less than the original. The sapphire stuff is a PR called Royal Metallic Blue from Exotic Blanks. I think Jonathon calls this blank Iridescent Opal. Whatever it is, it's pure artistry. Thanks Jonathon!

Length uncapped 5 1/8" (128 mm)
Length uncapped 4 7/8" (134 mm)
Length posted 5 7/8" (148 mm)

Cap diameter 17.8 mm
Barrel diameter 16.4
Section diameter 13.4

Weight 27 g

 

[mikespenturningz]

So elegant. Just simply beautiful..

 

[jyreene]

That's a nice looking writing instrument you've got there.

 

[StuartCovey]

That is very nice!

 

[Jim15]

Absolutely beautiful.

 

[thewishman]

Beautiful combination of materials! Love the opal with the blue - and the blue looks liquid with your fantastic finishing. Wish I could invite myself over to see how you do it.

 

[Tom T]

That is a double wow, with a gold star. Beautiful workmanship. Beautiful pen.

 

[lorbay]

Robert that is one sweet pen I love it.
Lin

 

[Bigj51]

Wow! That is gorgeous! Beautiful work there. I just ordered some of those metallic blanks from Exotics.

 

[ossaguy]

That's a classy pen!




Steve

 

[Sataro]

Beautiful looking pen!

 

[Robert111]

Beautiful combination of materials! Love the opal with the blue - and the blue looks liquid with your fantastic finishing. Wish I could invite myself over to see how you do it.

The beer is always cold, Chris. Come anytime.

Actually, there's nothing special about the way I finish a pen--just micro mesh and plastic polish. However, I do take pictures under lights rather that with a tent. That gives me good reflections.

 

[hard hat]

perfectly executed

 

[wizard]

Gorgeous!!

Robert, What a beautiful pen!! The perfect combination of colors. Very nice style, shape and profile. All brought together with your trademark of flawless craftsmanship!! Robert...just wanted to ask if the sapphire piece at the lower end of the barrel is a threaded addition? Again, beautiful job!! Regards, Doc

 

[Dalecamino]

Great Robert!

 

[Robert111]

Robert, What a beautiful pen!! The perfect combination of colors. Very nice style, shape and profile. All brought together with your trademark of flawless craftsmanship!! Robert...just wanted to ask if the sapphire piece at the lower end of the barrel is a threaded addition? Again, beautiful job!! Regards, Doc

Yes, it is threaded. PM sent.

 

[evan bahr]

Fantastic pen!

 

[ChrisN]

Very nice. I like the look of the sapphire metallic blue better than the opal, though. (Go figure...)

 

[Dalepenkala]

Congrats on a sweet looking pen!

 

[OZturner]

A Truly Magnificant Pen,
From a Glorious Blank,
Superbly Crafted.
What Else Can One Acheive?
Congratulations Robert,
Brian.

 

[MikeL]

What more can be said other that beautiful!

 

[Brooks803]

Truly stunning! The metallic blue goes so well. I'm happy to see you putting that blank to good use. Your pics are also great with it. I can never get that much color to show in mine.

 

[Robert111]

Truly stunning! The metallic blue goes so well. I'm happy to see you putting that blank to good use. Your pics are also great with it. I can never get that much color to show in mine.

Thanks Jonathon. That blank is just amazing! Can't take my eyes off it. There are so many things I can do with it, my mind is spinning.

 

[PeetyInMich]

Beautiful pen, and craftsmanship. That metallic blue is so nice.