Turning PC Blanks

[beck3906]

I received my package from Exotic Blanks with some of Toni's PC blanks. Really excited to get them turned, but thought I better get opinions on prepping them for turning.

Anyone have suggestions of what to do or what to watch out for? Should I soak them in thin CA as I turn them? I know...sharp tool and gentle hand. But what else?

I really don't want to screw one up considering the beauty and the cost.

 

[Toni]

Rick this post should help you http://www.penturners.org/forum/showthread.php?t=65291

 

[ed4copies]

An observation: The kaleido blanks appear to have the pattern run all the way to the tube.

The flower patterns use a base of "plain color" clay.

When making the pen, you don't want to cut through the pattern--which, on the flowers, COULD happen. But, if my vision is correct (Toni PLEASE correct me if I am wrong!!!), on the kaleidoscope blanks you will be able to sand as far as you wish, without damaging the pattern.

Just an observation--again, subject to correction by Toni!!!

 

[Toni]

Ed you are correct!! I really should write up a card with directions

 

[beck3906]

Thanks for the responses and link to the other thread. Really helps out.

Should I stay away from the barrell trimmer?

 

[ed4copies]

Thanks for the responses and link to the other thread. Really helps out.

Should I stay away from the barrell trimmer?

YES--sand only!!!!!

 

[beck3906]

One final question.

What color platings do you think look best with the floral designs? Chrome? Ti Gold? Other?

Thans again.