1 Pen, 4 new things learned: Cardinal

[MRDucks2]

Well, I don't post pens often but enjoyed trying 4 new things on this one. Pleased with the results, even though it did not turn out quite like I was shooting for.

First time Clear casting (Alumilite), first time label cast (weatherproof sheets), first time segmenting (long way from what the pros achieve) and first time using a plastic accent ring (credit card).





Lessons learned: Clear/label casting is worth learning; casting tube in for a portion of a blank is achievable; black credit cards are rare and may not actually be black or all black (see bottom accent ring); credit card plastic turns easily; joined Alumilite and Inlace Acrylester turns fine, just be careful.


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[JUICEDSS]

Great job! I love the shape of the pen as well.

 

[Woodchipper]

Very nice build! Looking forward to the 317th pen.

 

[MRDucks2]

This is another of the Knurl GT kits modified to use a Pentel EnerGel LR7 refill. The 3.5" blank gives some nice surface to work with and this shape/refill is popular with the nursing field in my area.


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[magpens]

Nice work, Mike !!! . I really like the shape !!!

The Pentel EnerGel LR7 refill ... how does it compare in length, diam, etc., to a Parker ?

And when mods are required to the Knurl GT to accept the EnerGel refill ?

Will much appreciate your advice here ... I'd like to try this or similar.

 

[mbroberg]

That's a great looking pen!


Color selection of credit cards is pretty limited. However, sheets of pickguard, which is used by guitar makers to protect the body of a guitar from picks, comes in a variety of colors. Here is just one example.


https://www.stewmac.com/Materials_and_Supplies/Pickguard_Materials/

 

[JUICEDSS]

This is what I have been experimenting with. It works very well for me.

https://evergreenscalemodels.com/collections/plain-opaque-white-polystrene-sheets

Comes in black too.

 

[Dalecamino]

That turned out nice Mike!

 

[EBorraga]

I love it!! Its a Louisville masterpiece!!

 

[gtriever]

Wonderful pen! I bought a variety of blank ID card stock, in Red, Blue, Yellow, Green, White, and Black. I think it came from Amazon. Now I need to get some Gisi Segmenting Sheets and some Pickguard.

 

[MRDucks2]

Hey, Mal - not sitting with my notes but the only mod is cutting 3/8 tube to 3.5" and swapping out the spring for a shorter, larger diameter one. Search for Knurl GT Rollerball here on IAP and you will find instructions. If you can't find, let me know.

Michael & Butch - Many Thanks. Been digging around town here and coming up empty. Everyone of those plastic gift card things at Kroger are printed on white plastic.

Chuck and Ernie - Thanks and each of you have contributed to me giving this a shot.

Lady that has commissioned it is a huge Cards fan.

Plan to do 2 more, different versions and letting her pick.


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[bsshog40]

That is very nice work!

 

[wolf creek knives]

I'm more than impressed with this pen, Mike. May be a time for firsts but you nailed it! Great looking pen, very impressive.

 

[MRDucks2]

Thanks for the compliments, gang. I appreciate all of the feedback.


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