Rockytime
Member
I learned that the bushing size does not always match the size of the pen components. I'm just getting started in this pen turning thing. I was turning a slimline kit. I turned the blanks down to the bushing, thinking this is going real well. Upon assembling the pen I discovered the blanks were just slightly larger than the pen components. Just a couple of thou but even so. I also learned that the letter drill "D" fits the standard mandrels very nicely for making your own bushings. I also learned to stay out of WoodCraft unless you can leave your credit card at home. I don't learn quickly or easily so that's it for today.