Lou Metcalf/DCBluesman collection items

[GoodTurns]

I was fortunate to call Lou a friend. On our last visit, he gave me several of his original puzzle inlay kits. I would like to offer them to folks interested in making a tribute to him. I have 3 boxed Jr Gent kits, one Baron kit that is assembled but not glued or turned and one Sierra Vista kit also assembled but not glued or turned to give away. The only hitch....you complete the pen, put it on a kit and either donate it to a charity auction in his name or sell it and donate the proceeds to a charity. One of Lou's charity selections was Autism related, not a requirement, just a suggestion. If you are interested, please reply here.

Thanks
Jon

 

[Dalecamino]

Jon, I am in!

 

[magpens]

Jon, I would be interested please. Prefer a Jr Gent.

 

[Terredax]

I'm sure I don't qualify but, the gesture is inspiring. I look forward to the pictures of the finished pens.

 

[mark james]

You may add my name if there are any available.

Great gesture!

 

[skiprat]

Jon, anything left, then please add me in.

 

[GoodTurns]

I'm sure I don't qualify but, the gesture is inspiring. I look forward to the pictures of the finished pens.

Lou would seriously berate me if I declined anyone who was willing to participate. If you have the skills to be gentle with the kit, I'd be happy to have you among the "workers"!

 

[alankulwicki7]

I'd be game if there's one left....

 

[magpens]

Jon, if you could, I think it would be helpful to post a picture of a puzzle kit laid out on a plain (white) background so that people know what they would be working with. I don't suppose those puzzle kits are the same as what is currently available from Lazerlinez ( or Kallenshaan ).

If you would prefer to not include me in this because I am out-of-country, I would understand perfectly. Conversely, if you do decide to include me, I would be happy to mail the finished pen back to you at my expense so that you could donate it to a U.S. organization.

 

[Karl_99]

I would love to participate in this. I had purchased several puzzle kits from Lou about 2 years ago. There is a colleague at work who has a son with autism. It would be an honor to donate a pen for autism in Lou's name.

 

[Terredax]

Thank you for considering me to be a "worker" but after the news I got from the doctor today, I don't know when I would be able to get it finished.
Please give my opportunity to the next person in line.
I will enjoy the pictures of the pens that become.

 

[GoodTurns]

I'd be game if there's one left....

There is...please PM me your address and choice of Jr series or Sierra vista!

 

[GoodTurns]

I'd be game if there's one left....

If you would prefer to not include me in this because I am out-of-country, I would understand perfectly. Conversely, if you do decide to include me, I would be happy to mail the finished pen back to you at my expense so that you could donate it to a U.S. organization.

INTERNATIONAL association...I knew the risks going in! You scored the last one. No need to ship back, pretty sure Canada's got some charities that are deserving!

PM me your address.

Thanks
JOn

 

[GoodTurns]

I would love to participate in this. I had purchased several puzzle kits from Lou about 2 years ago. There is a colleague at work who has a son with autism. It would be an honor to donate a pen for autism in Lou's name.

If anyone backs out, it's yours!

 

[Dalecamino]

Just received my kit. Thank you Jon, I appreciate the opportunity. I'll get started on it this evening.

 

[mark james]

I also received my kit: Jon - Thank you for doing this. A good cause!

 

[Dalecamino]

I started on my kit last night. When I opened the bag and, looked at the barrels, I noticed a couple of things. 1. One of the tabs of a green piece was missing 2. The upper barrel was longer than the wood pieces. This is perfect for me! :wink: A couple of extra challenges. I think the wood may have dried and, shrunk a bit as, you can see the brass tubes between the pieces. So, I've painted the tubes black. I cut a disk of black ebonite to fit one end of the upper barrel to make the blank fit the length of the tube.(it is really thin) I'll see if I can fill the missing tab also. Going out to the shed and, get started on this.

Thank you again Jon. I think Lou would want us to have fun with these and, that's exactly what I am doing.

 

[GoodTurns]

As Lou would have said "you'll figure it out!" I suppose shrinking is possible but it sounds like you are handling it!

 

[Dalecamino]

You bet! Upper barrel is done, lower barrel CA'd. Going to watch a race then, finish it.

 

[GoodTurns]

You bet! Upper barrel is done, lower barrel CA'd. Going to watch a race then, finish it.

Turn left!

 

[Dalecamino]

Jr. 2nd, we'll take it.

All done! I haven't posted photos since upgrading to Windows 10 so, I hope I can still upload them. Let's try! Ok, I made it! I'm going to be sharing this pen over in the SOYP forum as well. Just to be respectful to Lou and, Jon.

Thanks for tolerating me.

 

[mark james]

Jr. 2nd, we'll take it.

All done! I haven't posted photos since upgrading to Windows 10 so, I hope I can still upload them. Let's try! Ok, I made it! I'm going to be sharing this pen over in the SOYP forum as well. Just to be respectful to Lou and, Jon.

Thanks for tolerating me.

Pretty impressive! I hope mine turns out as well :redface:!

Happy B-Day Buddy!!!

 

[Dalecamino]

Jr. 2nd, we'll take it.

All done! I haven't posted photos since upgrading to Windows 10 so, I hope I can still upload them. Let's try! Ok, I made it! I'm going to be sharing this pen over in the SOYP forum as well. Just to be respectful to Lou and, Jon.

Thanks for tolerating me.

Pretty impressive! I hope mine turns out as well :redface:!

Happy B-Day Buddy!!!

Thank you two times Mark! I have no doubt about your results with your pens.

 

[Dalecamino]

Now....to complete Jon's request, I need to get this pen sold or, donated. Does anyone have any suggestions? I have never dealt with this and, don't know who to contact to, move forward with this. Peyton Manning built a hospital for children here. Also, Jeff Gordon has a Childrens wing at Riley Hospital. But, I don't want to just hand over the pen to anybody. Need some advice please!

 

[skiprat]

Hi Jon,
I just returned home from Holland and your parcel was there waiting for me..
I know it's for a Jr, but I will think about it for a bit and see if I can come up with something else.

Many thanks for including me in this great opportunity.
:wink::biggrin:

 

[Dalecamino]

Hi Jon,
I just returned home from Holland and your parcel was there waiting for me..
I know it's for a Jr, but I will think about it for a bit and see if I can come up with something else.

Many thanks for including me in this great opportunity.
:wink::biggrin:

THIS will be good. :wink: Go for it Steven!