Thank you all,
Actually, it is one pen. I can't decide which side I like the best, as the grain is nice for two different reasons. I guess I like the darker lines, but the lighter stuff has more interesting grain. Anyway, Kevin...what kind of olivewood are your slimlines and your olive and walnut ornament? Also, my next special will either be Australian wood, X-cut chakte viga, BOW, Striped Padauk (angle, or cross-cut), Curly walnut, or more curly koa. I am not sure yet. I have sold so many of my BOW, that I don't have very much left for a special.
The mandrel wobbles a bit, and I am almost positive that it is because of the tail stock's angle is too tight. I need a wider angle. That's why the pen looks too large at the CB in the bottom shot, on top.
George,
I got my satin pearl (or whatever it is called) cigar kits in and really like the color. I may be placing another order before too long. I have been shopping at AZ Silouette and Woodturningz. I got my mandrel for my indoor lathe, but found out that the lathe is on backorder for a month. Good ol' Amazon.com, Christmas rush is already beginning, I guess. There may be a new batch of penturners coming our way soon.
Rob