A Gift for David: Mokume Gane

[wizard]

This is a pen that I made for my older son (OldReg) for his birthday this month.

He is so busy with school and doesn't have a lot of time to spare as he pursues a post-graduate education, maintains a perfect grade point average, is working, interviewing...
Recently, we haven't had time to do much together..

During the early morning hours, I reflect on our precious time together, growing up, the fun, the laughter, time in the shop.... I miss him.

Doc

 

[Crashmph]

Very nice work on that pen. He will be proud to use it!

 

[Ironwood]

Wow, what a pen. He will love it.

 

[SteveG]

I am available for adoption...'nuff said

 

[mark james]

Priceless... In all respects.

 

[thewishman]

What a beautiful gift! A family treasure to be passed down.

 

[Brooks803]

What an amazing pen! I'm sure it will be cherished and passed on for generations.

 

[MarkD]

Wow...another amazing pen Doc and a great gift!
Have I mentioned I'm available for adoption? :biggrin:

 

[jyreene]

That's awesome. I really wish I was your son right now.

 

[lorbay]

Holy crap Doc. That is sweet. He will be so proud of his Dad.
Lin.

 

[Jim15]

Beautiful work.

 

[Jim Burr]

If you need another child??? As always...amazing!!

 

[seamus7227]

As always Doc, stunning work! Your son will be proud!

 

[tgsean]

Fantastic work Doc, and what a great gift for your son. Excellent in every respect

 

[bluwolf]

Very nice Doc! You know he will love it. I know I would.

Mike

 

[wizard]

Thank you for all the kind comments!
Someone asked about the material for the pen and I realized I hadn't included anything in my original post regarding the making of the pen.
The rod of Mokume Gane was made by master metalsmith Mike Sakmar by fusing combinations of the three metals: brass, copper and nickel silver into a 9 inch long and 14 mm round billet. Completed machined and finished parts were patinated and the resulting surface reaction brought out the contrast of all three metals in a beautiful pattern seen on the pen.

I hope that answers..
Regards,
Doc

 

[Band Saw Box]

A beautiful pen Doc.