Is there a kit like the Retro 51 Tornado?

[msimcox]

I'm pretty new to pen turning, and I'm wondering if anyone knows if there is a kit like the Retro 51 Tornado in style?

I have about 3 Tornado's and would like to make some of my own as I really like the design.

I've looked at PSI, and done some searching at my local Rockler (haven't gone to WoodCraft yet to see what they have), but since I'm new to all of this, i'm pretty sure I might have missed it if there were some.

 

[healeydays]

Wow, those a purdy. I'd also like to find a couple of kits like these.

 

[walshjp17]

Not exactly the same but close is the Artisan Patriot from CSUSA Artisan Patriot Pen Kit | Pen Making | Craft Supplies USA or the Polaris from Wood-N-Whimsies Polaris Pencil Kit. Wood-N-Whimsies also has a version of the Patriot they call a Trident Pro Line Kits | Page 1 of 1 (middle of the page, left side in blue acrylic).

 

[Whaler]

My suggestion would be this one from Timberbits Pen Making :: Ball Point Pens :: Knight Pen Kits - Pen Kits, Pen blanks, Clock Kits and wood turning accessories.

 

[Dale Lynch]

Take a look at the Apex from PSI.Not the same shape at the top but it's in the ballpark in profile

 

[Smitty37]

Bad Memory

I saw a picture of one on here that was really close, It was somewhat like a Sierra but with the turned blank running all the way to the tip similar to a Polaris (no grip area)...I can't for the life of me remember the name of it though or where it came from.

 

[JD Combs Sr]

Take a look at the Apex from PSI.Not the same shape at the top but it's in the ballpark in profile

+1 The Apex would be my choice to match it. The PSI examples have some funky turning to their barrels but if the barrel was turned to the same shape as the Tornadoes, it would be a real close match.

 

[msimcox]

Thanks everyone for the suggestions, I'll probably pick up one or two of these and test them out.

 

[jeff]

I have carried the Tornados, both the Classic and the Big Shot, for years. They are outstanding! Smooth transmission and very satisfying in the hand. I've tried all the kits mentioned in this thread, but nothing is quite the same.