First plexi finish

[alamocdc]

More lessons learned on this blank. I originally created it for a Jr, but second guessed myself and drilled it for a full size (Black TN Statesman) thinking I'd lose too much. I was right the first time, but I still like the look. The most trying part of this was the plexi finish. Applied it, screwed it up, sanded it off and reapplied. This too is a learning process, but I think I like it. The photo doesn't really show the sheen, but this thing is REALLY glassy.

As always, feel free to hammer away.

 

[thewishman]

Looks nice, my friend. Optical illusion of proudness (or should it be called "pride") at the bottom - but I know your fit is always spot-on.

Cool looking blank!

Chris

 

[terrymiller]

Looks good Billy, so you broke down and tried the plexi finally.

 

[doddman70]

Looks Fabtastic!! pen and finish. i read a little talk about the plexi finish but have not read much as far as durability what do you think??

 

[sparhawk]

Really like the design of that blank. Fit and finish looks good too.

 

[TurnaPen]

I love the swirl effect and colour matching, Amos[]

 

[Johnathan]

nice looking pen.

 

[Gruntster]

Very nice looking, Billy. Love to see this one in person, but I can definitely see improvement over the proof of concept pen.

i read a little talk about the plexi finish but have not read much as far as durability what do you think??

Chris (thewishman) has a plexi finished pen he has been carrying for over a year, and using it for customers to sign things daily.....you cannot see a single bit of wear on this pen.

 

[stevers]

Love that blank.
Wish I could see that shine. Like to see a good plexy job in person.

 

[rjwolfe3]

That blank is awesome looking and the pen is great too.

 

[Randy_]

Almost looks like something eagle would do!![^]

 

[JohnU]

Outstanding! I like the "precission and obvious man hours involved" that show in your pens. Thanks for sharing! Also, nice to see a different finish. Ive been wanting to try this type.

 

[VisExp]

I'll bet that blank gave you a real appreciation for the time and craftsmanship Eagle puts into his The pen looks good Billy. What materials did you use?

 

[GaryMGg]

That's a treat to behold. Well done.

 

[johncrane]

Very nice Billy is it a keeper also my plexi finish failed, but if you get it right l think it would be one of the best.

 

[alamocdc]

Thanks, all!

Originally posted by VisExp

I'll bet that blank gave you a real appreciation for the time and craftsmanship Eagle puts into his The pen looks good Billy. What materials did you use?

Yep! This is a roller and I have a similar FP blank (different materials) on the lathe now. It's proving more of a pain, but you'll see why when I get it posted. I second guessed myself on it too, but it should look okay. Oh, on this one the wood is Walnut and the black, white, black is pick guard. I didn't mean to leave that out of the OP.[:I] The hardware is a Black TN Statesman.

 

[Ligget]

Awesome blanks Billy, sure made a beautiful pen![]

 

[Dalecamino]

What's to hammer ? It looks perfect ! I need to know about PLEXI !!! Very nice Billy ! [8D]

 

[Tanner]

Looks great Billy!!! Awesome craftsmanship! I'm really starting to like these blanks!!