Warren White
Member
So many questions....
I would like to enhance my Celtic Knot pens with metal on either side of the wood inlay. I hope I am not asking too many questions of those whose business it is to make these beauties. It is something I want to try as I improve my skills. Nearly all of my pens are slimline, in case that makes a difference in the approach I should use.
1. I hear that flashing is a choice for the metal. Is that what you suggest, and/or are there other choices?
2. Do you scuff the metal so the glue/epoxy holds? How?
3. What type of glue/epoxy have you had success with? What should I avoid?
4. Any suggestions regarding drilling the combination metal/wood inserts?
5. How do you trim the metal to the blank as you are assembling the pen blank prior to turning. I have used a chisel for the wood, then sanded, but I haven't a clue regarding trimming the metal.
6. Do normal tools work for turning the blank with metal enhancements?
7. Any precautions or suggestions not covered by my questions?
Again, I hope I haven't overstepped any boundaries here. I know many of you sell your pens and it isn't my intention to compete in any way. If these are trade secrets, I respect that.
Thank you for your consideration. I am so impressed by the artistry shown in the work of members of the IAP.
Warren
I would like to enhance my Celtic Knot pens with metal on either side of the wood inlay. I hope I am not asking too many questions of those whose business it is to make these beauties. It is something I want to try as I improve my skills. Nearly all of my pens are slimline, in case that makes a difference in the approach I should use.
1. I hear that flashing is a choice for the metal. Is that what you suggest, and/or are there other choices?
2. Do you scuff the metal so the glue/epoxy holds? How?
3. What type of glue/epoxy have you had success with? What should I avoid?
4. Any suggestions regarding drilling the combination metal/wood inserts?
5. How do you trim the metal to the blank as you are assembling the pen blank prior to turning. I have used a chisel for the wood, then sanded, but I haven't a clue regarding trimming the metal.
6. Do normal tools work for turning the blank with metal enhancements?
7. Any precautions or suggestions not covered by my questions?
Again, I hope I haven't overstepped any boundaries here. I know many of you sell your pens and it isn't my intention to compete in any way. If these are trade secrets, I respect that.
Thank you for your consideration. I am so impressed by the artistry shown in the work of members of the IAP.
Warren