Gabericks
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I'm going to have a few pens laser engraved. Do you get the engraving done before or after a CA finish?
Great advice. Thank you so muchAs someone with a laser, and has done pens, here is my suggestions and why if you want it best.
1) Don't press the pen in - its MUCH easier for most of us to do without the components in the way.
2) Definitely do a finish first - if there is any residue from the lasering burning away the wood, its much easier to remove if finished
3) Be ready to have to put another coat on - in case of residue or cleanup, as well as to seal the engraved area, I personally thing another coat is the best.
My 2 cents.. for all i know the next guy with a laser will be calling me dumb for all that!