Bamboo Illusion Rollerball

[MartinPens]

The idea was put in my head by a thread the other day by drgoretex entitled- Cracked Ice 'Bamboo' FP - a custom order

I was on a walk this morning and came across some bamboo and took some photos and spent a good chunk of the morning seeing what I could figure out. I grabbed a piece of what I think is basswood? A guy who does wood carving gave it to me. It's a rough first attempt, but I already have plans for a second and a different type of wood and finish in mind for the second one.

Comments welcome. The groove down the side was done with a Dremel.

Martin

 

[Drstrangefart]

Wow. From here that looks completely spot-on.

 

[drgoretex]

Woo-hoo! That is AWESOME! I have been totally outdone (and loving it)! That is a beautiful piece of carving there, well done indeed.

Ken

 

[MartinPens]

Woo-hoo! That is AWESOME! I have been totally outdone (and loving it)! That is a beautiful piece of carving there, well done indeed.

Ken

Ken - Thank you for the inspiration. I would NOT say outdone! You're kitless pen is superb and gorgeous and completely in a skill set I have not made shavings in yet. I'm glad you like it. Thanks

Martin

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[wiset1]

I love the ideas you have! The execution looks flawless and the idea is fresh. You keep this up and you'll corner the market. Just sitting here shaking my head...Wow

 

[Rmartin]

That's a great idea, I love it!

 

[Pete275]

Martin, that pen inspired me to log on when I was only intending to do a quick check of the site. Your work is awesome and very inspirational. Thanks for showing it!

Wayne

 

[Robert111]

Martin, that's a masterpiece! Fantastic idea and execution!

 

[RedHH]

new fresh idea .........always good

 

[IPD_Mr]

Well executed. If that is indeed bass wood it should be pretty light weight which is a good thing. Congrats on a first try.

 

[boxerman]

Very cool looking pen.

 

[rizaydog]

That is very cool. Nicely done.