Turning 1/4 in brass rods

[Gethenet]

Has anyone attempted turning a 1/4 in solid brass rid, to make ends for pens?
Can it be done on a wood lathe, and what tools work best?

Thanks for all advice

 

[BRobbins629]

Have turned brass, bronze and aluminum all on wood lathe with HSS tools. Go slow and it works perfectly. Carbide insert tools will work as well.

Here is one:
http://www.penturners.org/forum/f13/aluminum-bronze-clicker-122148/

 

[Gethenet]

Thanks ☺...shop time tonight!