Herringbone 360 for the troops

[wolftat]

This is the final pen that I made for my old unit. Everyone received a herringbone 360 Jr. Gent from me except for a very good friend and my commanding officer so this one was made special for him. It is a full sized Statesman in Platinum and gold. The blank is a spiraling 3 colored stabilized herringbone 360 that I made. It's not perfect, but what is? The colors on this pen actually changes as it is turned and it looks incredable up close. I have made 18 of these at this point and this one is my favorite, I may have to make another one for me.

I would also like to say thank you to Chip for pointing me in the right direction in building these.

 

[PenTurnerfromMaine]

It looks great. I'll have to try a few herringbones when I get a chance.

 

[Rollerbob]

Well I have to tell you it looks pretty dang perfect from where I sit.

 

[MattDaddy]

Can you share the secret. I think I saw one of your pens this weekend from CaptG. I can't figure out how you do the 360. Are you doing inlays? Beautiful pen and the fact that they are for our military is even cooler.

 

[ken69912001]

Nice pen. Sure wish I knew how to do the 360 pattern. Any hints?

 

[hewunch]

Great looking pen! I know it takes a while to make those blanks and I am impressed!

 

[cinder_ladylocket]

Just a big WOW..........extremely nice!

 

[gad5264]

Absolutely beautiful. I to would be interested in knowing how you put these blanks together if you are willing to share your secrets.

 

[Jim15]

Awesome pen. He will love it, I bet.

 

[LEAP]

Outstanding! I'm sure you've made a few Marines very proud.

 

[Ligget]

Absolutely beautiful, the colours really make your work stand out, fantastic!!!

 

[mrburls]

Thats one great looking pen. I really like the colors in it.

Keith "mrburls"

 

[mickr]

vibrant colors..excellent craftpersonship

 

[TribalRR]

Nice job Neil! I'm glad you were able to do this for your old unit.

 

[Ankrom Exotics]

Beautiful pen, I love the segmenting and the subtle red, white and blue motif. Nice job!

 

[Rick_G]

A great looking pen. Herringbone is something I have never tried and likely won't unless it's a special gift for someone like this one was.

 

[TowMater]

That is an awesome pen. I can't imagine how anyone wouldn't treasure it.

I'd imagine there is quite a bit of work wrapped up in that pen, be interested in learning the secret myself.

 

[mitchm]

Stunning work Neil, a real beauty!!

 

[cnirenberg]

Beautiful pen, I like the herringbone. And yes, sand does have a peculiar way of getting in places that no one should go. Keep it up!

 

[Stick Rounder]

Great work. Beautiful pen. Nice finish.

 

[Dalecamino]

Outstanding work Neil . The CO will be pleased with this one .

 

[toolcrazy]

Beautiful

 

[Halling51]

Segment pen

Can you share the secret. I think I saw one of your pens this weekend from CaptG. I can't figure out how you do the 360. Are you doing inlays? Beautiful pen and the fact that they are for our military is even cooler.

Me too would liketo know about the segment and how to.

 

[bitshird]

Nice Herringbone Neil, I'll bet he'll be pleased.

 

[TowMater]

Seems mum is the word on the secret, guess we'll have to figure it out ourselves Gents.

If I figure it out, I'll post a tutorial.