how to create a pin stripe blank

[tbrock]

Does anyone have a tutorial on how to create a pin stripe blank

 

[BRobbins629]

I'm sure there are many ways, but here's how I would do it. First turn the blank round. Then use an index plate on the lathe to hold and rotate the blank as necessary. I would build a small platform with a dowel or rod that sits in the tool rest hole. With a small bit in a dremel tool, I would use the platform as a guide to keep the tool in the center plane and run it down the blank creating a channel. You can then fill the channel(s) with colored resin or epoxy or veneer slices.

 

[skiprat]

I'm

Lost for words there buddy???:biggrin:

 

[Chuck Key]

Cut 1/8 inch strips of material (Corian). Glue it together with black rubberized CA. Putting stripes on the ends is an option.

 

[Papa mark]

Chuck that is one fine looking pen. I believe I might try this myself. Great job.