GrantH
Member
I've been talking with Shawn (Watch_Art) about going kitless and he has been a big help, as has the recent Kitless Pen tutorial. With that said, I am still confused on what tap/die combos I need and which drill bits to match. I have a basic list, but please...critique as you feel suited.
Center Drills
M12x0.8 tap and die
M10x1.0 tap
7/16 or 11mm drill bit
9mm drill bit
10mm drill bit
These will, as mentioned in the tutorial, allow for the use of an el grande nib. While I have never turned an El Grande FP, I think it's a decent starting point to pick things up. Ya gotta start somewhere!
I realize that you can make these pens however you feel, but how do you know that these taps and dies will work? How do you kjnow to pair each together? Are there "standard" sizes that a lot of you use?
Center Drills
M12x0.8 tap and die
M10x1.0 tap
7/16 or 11mm drill bit
9mm drill bit
10mm drill bit
These will, as mentioned in the tutorial, allow for the use of an el grande nib. While I have never turned an El Grande FP, I think it's a decent starting point to pick things up. Ya gotta start somewhere!
I realize that you can make these pens however you feel, but how do you know that these taps and dies will work? How do you kjnow to pair each together? Are there "standard" sizes that a lot of you use?