So, I'm new to pen turning and was not able to find existing threads discussing this question (though some may exist)... and while I am new to this, I figured the collective Advanced forum would be the group to answer this.
Of the dozen pens I've made most (if not all) are top heavy and I'd like to how to move the balance towards the nib/paper. I'm aware I could make the lower barrel thicker and/or longer than the upper, but that aesthetic is not always desired. So,...
Does anyone know of a way to add mass inside the lower barrel... thereby affording me the freedom to make the exterior as thick/thin as I'd like? It'd be great to come up with solutions for the various types: ballpoint, rollerball, fountain pen. It'd also be nice to know if, then where, suitable materials might be obtained. Thanks all!
Of the dozen pens I've made most (if not all) are top heavy and I'd like to how to move the balance towards the nib/paper. I'm aware I could make the lower barrel thicker and/or longer than the upper, but that aesthetic is not always desired. So,...
Does anyone know of a way to add mass inside the lower barrel... thereby affording me the freedom to make the exterior as thick/thin as I'd like? It'd be great to come up with solutions for the various types: ballpoint, rollerball, fountain pen. It'd also be nice to know if, then where, suitable materials might be obtained. Thanks all!