1st pen on my jet

[William Menard]

still need practicing but i will get there, gator jaw on gun metal trim line

 

[Joe S.]

And where was your jet headed while you made this? :biggrin:

 

[Band Saw Box]

Great looking pen. Was the seat belt sign off when you were turning?

 

[mikespenturningz]

That is a very nice blank you have there. You may want to take your blanks down just a bit more in your future pens. I know it is a bit disconcerting when you are starting out to get them too small but the bushings really can be a good guide. I don't like this style taken down too far though. Just a little bit more off and I think you would really have something here. This is a good effort though..

 

[Ambidex]

I'm with the slightly slimmer look but very nice pen! Can't say that I've ever seen a gator jaw slim before. Show your lathe too as some of us like tool porno:biggrin:

 

[William Menard]

I totally agree about making it slimmer but reason behind it was as Im turning Im seeing less and less acrylic. I was scared the jaw would just shatter if I took it down too much, and yes I had never seen a gator trim line either but it has a great feel in hand and good weight. Thanks for comments.

 

[BayouPenturner]

The pen looks great. You will enjoy the Jet lathe. I have owned 4 and they have all performed will with no issues. Keep turning.