ldimick
Member
I have been looking at some pen web sites tonight. Several of the sites show pens that have sold. In almost every case the pens that have sold do not have any fancy turning on them. They are, for the most part, pens with traditional lines but good woods and finishes. This mirrors my personal observations of my pen sales. I don't think that people like the fancy turnings as well. A perusal of the 'master' turners at IAP, stay away from the fancy rolls etc. The prime exception is Yoyo and to some extent Anthony.
The 'fancy' turnings may look great as art but they don't seem to be viewed as practical for writing.
So, while some people decry the 'bushing to bushing' pens they seem to be more popular with the people buying pens. If that's the case then more time should be spent on making blanks and finishing.
The 'fancy' turnings may look great as art but they don't seem to be viewed as practical for writing.
So, while some people decry the 'bushing to bushing' pens they seem to be more popular with the people buying pens. If that's the case then more time should be spent on making blanks and finishing.