Amboyna and Ebonite Button Filler
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yaroslaw
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Rich, it's a beauty. My favorite pen from all contest pens.
You used ebonite, as one would normally use tubes in kit pens? I mean, wood is glued to ebonite?
As I look at cap, from photo it looks like lowest wood band is unsupported and very thin. As you say it's supported, it looks then even more thin.
Again, it's an artwork. I wish I had a pen like that!
You used ebonite, as one would normally use tubes in kit pens? I mean, wood is glued to ebonite?
As I look at cap, from photo it looks like lowest wood band is unsupported and very thin. As you say it's supported, it looks then even more thin.
Again, it's an artwork. I wish I had a pen like that!
SerenityWoodWorks
Member
When thinking about making a pen for the contest, your design was the first one that I wanted to make. Brooks and I discussed this and I of course started out with the pen only to make the mistake that you did not, Ebonite on the inside. I went with another design and material...I am so glad I did, as I would have embarresed myself with a pen that would have looked like the scraps left over on the floor comapred to yours. I had your pen in 2nd place (sorry but there was one other that just made me know I am not worthy) but it was darn close. Your pen is a masterpiece!
RichF
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Yaroslaw,
You are correct that I essentially used ebonite to make to make my own "kit" for the wood. The end of the cap is supported, but with the wood "wrapping around" of very thin proportions on very thin ebonite. The amboyna that I used was stabliized. The combination is provides strength on par with any hard plastics that I have used.
The added bonus of the ebonite is the weight is significantly lower than a component pen. The pen comes in at 23 g capped and 14 g uncapped.
You are correct that I essentially used ebonite to make to make my own "kit" for the wood. The end of the cap is supported, but with the wood "wrapping around" of very thin proportions on very thin ebonite. The amboyna that I used was stabliized. The combination is provides strength on par with any hard plastics that I have used.
The added bonus of the ebonite is the weight is significantly lower than a component pen. The pen comes in at 23 g capped and 14 g uncapped.
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RichF
Member
Thanks Jason,
I consider the ebonite to be essential for two reasons. First is to provide the strength needed for pen to last. The second reason is to provide an barrier between the wood and the ink if you are making a fountain pen. You don't want to drop your pen and have ink wicking through the wood under the finish.
I consider the ebonite to be essential for two reasons. First is to provide the strength needed for pen to last. The second reason is to provide an barrier between the wood and the ink if you are making a fountain pen. You don't want to drop your pen and have ink wicking through the wood under the finish.
Twissy
Member
Beautifully executed Rich! I think in future my custom "woodies" will have to use Ebonite as you have done. Perfect!
yaroslaw
Member
Stabilized! Thats answers my other question
thanks!
thanks!
Triple Crown
Member
Beautiful!! Thank you so much for posting more about your awesome entry! So so pretty!!! I'm absolutely amazed at the artistry and perfection in craftsmanship!
Greg
Greg
SDB777
Member
This one has everything but he kitchen sink on it!! The attention to details on the tinyest pieces are fantastic!!!!
Love the timber! Love the finish!!
Scott (sure is purty) B
Love the timber! Love the finish!!
Scott (sure is purty) B
glycerine
Member
Classy!
InvisibleMan
Member
Beautiful pen, Rich! I've had a few premium sticks of Amboyna Burl stashed away for this same sort of pen, but haven't gotten to it yet. I've been waiting to perfect a design worthy of the timber. Yours would definitely fit the bill. Thanks for showing.