rbh11g
Member
I took a pen making class recently and made my first pen. Much to my surprise (I have no experience on a lathe) it turned pretty well. Last night I made my first pen without help. It turned out better than the first with one exception, the diameter of the barrel was a little larger than the nib. I can see and feel the diffent diameters. The pen is the Wall St. 2 from Woodcraft. When I finished sanding the barrel it was perfectly flush with the bushings. I applied eight coats of CA for a finish. Should I have applied fewers coats of CA, or should I turn the barrel slightly small than the bushing then build it up with the finish? By the way,I can see why pen making is so addictive, its fun! Thanks for your help.
Dick
Dick