Hello from the Finger Lakes

[TwoSheddz]

For those wondering, my handle is from Monty Python.
. I've been turning spectacularly mediocre pens off and on for about 8 years. I bought a ShopSmith with all the fixins and turned to their forums for calibration and setup advice. Someone posted a "look what I made" thread with some pens. That year everyone got slimlines for Christmas. I've done some other gifts and even sold a handful.
Now that I'm probably retired, I've had a mind to keep myself out of trouble and out from underfoot by selling on Etsy or at fairs.
I found this site when I searched for causes of chatter using a mandrel. My aim is to improve my skill and learn some turning and finishing techniques to make my pens better.
This site seems to be a great start. I've attached some work I've already done.

Mike

 

[Alan Morrison]

Welcome to the forum, Mike.

Alan

 

[Wmcullen]

Thanks for sharing your pictures Mike... and welcome.
I also had been turning pens for years before finding this site. And once I saw the incredible work and creativity freely posted here by passionate people, I became even more enthusiastic.
It looks like you enjoy working with different wood species and pen kits. I appreciate the variety in your work.
Again, thanks for sharing!
- Cullen

 

[Woodchipper]

Welcome to the forum. I lived in Queens, NY in the mid 60s. At that time, the Finger Lakes region was well known for their fine wines.

 

[Lew]

Welcome from Texas. You'll find the people here extra helpful and so creative you'll wonder if you can ever get to their level. But they are also inspiring

 

[Jim15]

Welcome Mike.

 

[tomtedesco]

Welcome from Colorado.

 

[derekdd]

Welcome aboard!

 

[d_bondi]

Welcome from Utah!

 

[egnald]

Greetings from Nebraska and welcome to the IAP community. - Dave

 

[sorcerertd]

Welcome from NC!