thefunkyP
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Has anyone successfully accomplished this or seen a writeup on making custom grips for the Baron fountain pens? It seems possible but with my limited knowledge, tools, and experience I can't figure it out.
Maybe this photo will help explain things. As I said earlier, the technique is similar to Rich's method. I have made matching nibs by making covers and by replacing the whole holder itself so I know they work. Here is a breakdown of the replacement nib holders that will work for your Baron. Hope this helps.Originally posted by thefunkyP
Thanks for the info Russ, but from the pictures it looks like all their nibs have gold plated sections on the grips. Do you know if these remove? I don't think that would match my chrome kits all that well, but if they can be removed then I may be in business.
About 3 minutes.Originally posted by PenWorks
Just curious George, how long does it take you to turn that front nib section with the threads?
No because it doesn't have a cap! I've got pens like this one all over the shop because I experimented with lots of ideas. They will probably never see anyones pocket but mine. The good thing is that I've got a heck of a rotation to choose from!Originally posted by ed4copies
Hey, George,
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Anthony I made another cover today and timed it for you and it took 25 minutes. That's from chucking a 3/4" cylinder into a Beall collet chuck to buffing the holder. I can see easily cutting that time down to 20 minutes or possibly 15 minutes on the next few as I spent a lot of time double checking dimensions and fitting parts between steps.Originally posted by PenWorks
Just curious George, how long does it take you to turn that front nib section with the threads?