Aluminum

[smoky10]

I have turned pens of several different materials and wanted to try something new so I decided to try aluminum[]. I learned a lot from this experience, one thing to remember is to start with a rod as close to the finished size as possible(I hear you laughing now). I started with 7/8" rod but needed only about 5/8". I also got a lot of practice sharpening tools, they're about an inch shorter now.
The top one is a platinum cigar and the bottom is a chrome baron, both are coated with automotive lacquer.

 

[JimGo]

Nice job Tom!

 

[csb333]

They look real sharp! Is the laquer clear or silver? Chris

 

[Ligget]

Great job on both pens Tom!![][]

 

[Gary Max]

Show off---the both look good Tom

 

[Bob A]

Very nice pens Tom. Are you keeping these? I'd be very interested to know how the lacquer lasts on them.

 

[ctEaglesc]

Both are Great looking but if they are platinum and chrome respectively where's the aluminum ones you posted in the title?
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[alamocdc]

They look great, Tom!!

 

[Gary Max]

Eagle----he is taking about the kits---both pens are aluminum bodies.

 

[green-eyes]

I LOVE THEM!!!!! Great job.

 

[swm6500]

Very nice Tom.

 

[MDWine]

Excellent, nice work. They look great!