Watch Parts Pen - Rolex

[ladycop322]

I started this pen and when casting was complete, I found the tubes sticking too much out of the resin so I recasted on the ends. I attempted to turn last night and this was my final result. For some reason it seems to lack super luster or shine. Not really satisfied with the outcome.

 

[ladycop322]

Also noticed a lot of scratches which I never ever have gotten on any other watch part pens I have completed or any other types either.

 

[magpens]

Can't see any scratches from here !!!!! ... Looks absolutely GREAT !! .. What kind of resin ?

 

[ELA]

The casting looks nice. The red background really set it off.
I hope one day I can afford to buy a Rolex to make a pen from.

 

[socdad]

I started this pen and when casting was complete, I found the tubes sticking too much out of the resin so I recasted on the ends ...

Your pen looks good to me … I have had the same 'shrinkage'problem and had to recast. I would like to know what causes this particular gremlin to pop up from time to time.

 

[tomtedesco]

looks like a very well done pen.

 

[Rick_G]

I don't see the scratches either. But if you are really not happy with it I will gladly accept it. I just know my wife would love it. Just think of the brownie points that would be worth. :biggrin:

That red background really sets it off.

 

[ladycop322]

Magpens,

I use west marine products

 

[ladycop322]

Thank u all for the comments

 

[vtgaryw]

Gorgeous! Is that just the standard West 105 epoxy resin? I've used a ton of it for building canoes, but it never dawned on me to use it for casting, didn't realize it was clear enough.

Is the tube painted or is that wrapped in a foil?

Gary

 

[Marko50]

Look great Michelle. Excellent job!

 

[BradG]

Looks great to me Michelle, Don't be so hard on yourself :wink:

 

[wob50]

Looks great from here the red sets it off but that mite be the reason for the lack of shine red shines a lot and mite cancel out some of the brass watch parts my 2 cents, wait discount today, my 1 cent worth.

 

[kruzzer]

Pen looks great.. I think the slight matt finish gives it an elegant look.

 

[wizard]

Hi Michelle,
I think it looks really nice!
Lol... Dial looks familiar sans the hands.
You are too hard on yourself!
Regards,
Doc

 

[mecompco]

I think it looks very nice! Where ever do you find Rolex parts at a reasonable price to make a pen? I would love to do one to match my watch ('70's vintage Rolex SeaDweller that I've worn since '85).

Regards,
Michael

 

[ladycop322]

michael,

Ebay.

 

[mecompco]

michael,

Ebay.

Why didn't I think of that? eBay, the answer to life, the universe, and everything! :biggrin:

Regards,
Michael