pilot1022
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Why do we make pens? That’s a loaded question. Ask that to a penturner and you will get a dozen answers. For the fun of it, to make money, giveaways, fast turning project, do it for friends, a challenge, to show my artistic side, and the ever famous I like the feel of wood. Then I ask you this question. Why in the world would you cover that pen with CA glue, plastic, varnish, BLO, shellac, wax, or the other 101 finishing products out there and plug up the pores? You might say: Well I got to protect it, to make it look shiny, keeps it new looking, keep it from turning dark or a million other excuses.
Wood has a touch and feel all its own. Ever notice wood is warm to the touch, not like plastic or metal. Put that wood pen in your pocket and is a few seconds it’s nice and toasty. Wood over time takes on its own character, develops a nice rich patina as your body oils mix with the wood. It becomes a true part of you. So try going El Natural, polish that pen up to 12,000 and stop there, your pen will thank you.
Wood has a touch and feel all its own. Ever notice wood is warm to the touch, not like plastic or metal. Put that wood pen in your pocket and is a few seconds it’s nice and toasty. Wood over time takes on its own character, develops a nice rich patina as your body oils mix with the wood. It becomes a true part of you. So try going El Natural, polish that pen up to 12,000 and stop there, your pen will thank you.