Darrin
Member
I was worried on how it would turn out, but after making a few adjustments to the finish.....I'm not mad about the attempt.
Caribbean opal inlayed into Buckeye Burl.
Caribbean opal inlayed into Buckeye Burl.
I wasn’t sure if I’d like it or not....
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Pen Zen
Member
Well done. Taking a chance paid off.
leehljp
Member Liaison
That is a beautiful pen! Great experiment and it turned out exceptionally! That one makes it worth trying again!
Your finish is excellent!
Your finish is excellent!
mmayo
Member
Nice experiment. Perhaps thin rings on either side of the opal inlay.
sorcerertd
Member
Looks great! Just curious, did you use the fine crushed opal. I was thinking of blending fine and medium for some larger inlay sections.
howsitwork
Member
pleasant to the eye but not convinced it needs two rings and they don't stand out too well amongst that superb grain. the lower ring near the nib acts as a focal point for the grain difference as you near that end. Middle band seems kind of out of place??
Nice proportions and good finish, just my thoughts.
Nice proportions and good finish, just my thoughts.
Darrin
Member
I would agree. It was a prototype.
Darrin
Member
I did use fine for this application.
mark james
IAP Collection, Curator
Yes, an excellent combination of materials. I'll agree that a wider ring, sandwiched with white credit card veneers. Very nice.