My pen sold for $3750 !!

[wizard]

I donated this Rolex Emperor pen with Gary's beautiful watch blank to my son's school for sale at their fund raising gala. The only change to this pen was the replacement of the nib for one of Roy's #6 Gilded Bock nibs.
It's a private school that has grown quite a bit. My older son David (OldReg), now 24 went there and now my 11 year old son goes there now. Altogether, I donated three items which included this Rolex Emperor Pen, a Majestic Gemsbok pen and a desk set which was a Jr. Majestic and a matching Majestic letter opener both in blue resin. Most of the other items for auction at the gala were items like dinners at restaurants, cases of wine, stays at scenic homes for a weekend, etc. So my pens were, to say the least, a very different item.
Well the hall got very quiet as the bidding past $1500 dollars and at that point..not sure what happened...but the bidding..predominantly among the men went a little nuts! The final bid and the price at which it sold was $3750.00. The Majestic Gemsbok Pen went for a little over a thousand and the Majestic desk set for $550. The pens I donated made over $5000 for the school. I was absolutely shocked at the generosity !!! Doc

 

[hewunch]

Sweet! Good work, good cause. I know it makes you feel good!

 

[johncrane]

That's fantastic Doc! congrats! any chance in seeing the other pens

 

[wizard]

That's fantastic Doc! congrats! any chance in seeing the other pens

Here you go...

 

[pianomanpj]

Wow, Doc! What a FANTASTIC set of pens, and a wonderful outcome! Congratulations!!

 

[mredburn]

Beautiful pens and competitive A personalities with deep pockets, A triple win! Congratulations on a great fund raiser.

 

[Andrew_K99]

Wow, awesome job! Those are beautiful pens.

AK

 

[johncrane]

Fantastic Doc! first time ive seen the black,the blue is a stunner too,photos are the best. great job alround

 

[el_d]

Congrats Doc.

But I'm not really surprised with the work you produce.

 

[wizard]

Beautiful pens and competitive A personalities with deep pockets, A triple win! Congratulations on a great fund raiser.

Mike, You hit the nail on the head!!!

 

[Dalecamino]

Congratulations Doc!

 

[GoodTurns]

a great reason to be proud! nice job and a fantastic donation for the school!

 

[mbroberg]

Bravo Doc!! I can't even imagine how good you must feel!

 

[paintspill]

awesome, and thank you, i think you are the first person to actually post a picture of a pen selling for a price like that. if gives people an idea of what is truly possible in this craft. great job and i'm sure the school appreciates it. a far cry from the bake sales we used to have,

 

[renowb]

WOW! Nice Doc! That is fantastic! Now, I need to find some competitive type A personalities with deep pockets!:biggrin:

 

[ironman123]

Doc, those were very nice items for the auction. Happy to hear they raised that much at the fundraiser.

You did a super job for the cause.

Ray

 

[Smitty37]

Hmmmmm

Makes mine seem cheap at $525 (purchased at auction here).

 

[its_virgil]

Outstanding gesture on your part and also for the 3 purchasers. They obviously recognize quality and appreciate the work involved in making these beautiful pens.
Do a good turn daly!
Don

 

[76winger]

Kudos doc! Those are all stunning pieces of work and it must be a source of pride that they were able to raise such a wonderful amount for a worthy cause.

 

[brownsfn2]

Wow. I feel good when i sell a pen online for $50.

Your work is amazing though and for those who appreciate fine craftsmanship I know they will treasure their purchase.

Great Job! You are good man donating all of those things!

 

[terryf]

Congrats Doc!

 

[Robert111]

Wonderful story, Doc. Thanks for sharing it. Congrats to you!

 

[bluwolf]

Excellent! Good for you. You should be proud.

Mike

 

[animefan]

fantastic Doc!! Now you can enjoy the realization that you are a very skilled turner, and a great talent.

 

[Jim15]

Congratulations, your pens deserve that kind of price.

 

[mrburls]

Thats got to feel good Doc Was that a record setting price for one item sold at auction? Your pens look beautiful and can see why the bidders felt your work was worth the money and donation.
So have they asked you for a donation next year yet?

Keith "mrburls"

 

[PenMan1]

That's GREAT, Doc! Congratulations!

 

[BRobbins629]

When you're good. you're good! That must be a wonderful feeling.

 

[glycerine]

Man, that's crazy!!

 

[CaptG]

Well done Doc., well done.

 

[bruce119]

Doc great job for a good cause.

.

 

[clapiana]

Unique and classy that person stole that pen . Nice work

 

[Haynie]

Whoa.

 

[gandsande]

I am not worthy to be in the same Chat with you! That is awsome. What a deal they got at your son's School.

Congrats

 

[joefyffe]

Doc: I would have liked being at the auction. We've never met, but I can still imagine the expression you must have had from ear to ear. Beautiful work and beautiful contribution to your sons school. I know he has to be very proud of "Dad" That alone, i'm sure, would make it worthwhile!!

 

[OKLAHOMAN]

Sitting here in my hotel room all I have to say is a first class donation, from a first class pen maker, for a first class school and a very first class bid.

 

[fiferb]

Congratulations! That has to make you feel great.

 

[corian king]

Congrats Doc! A very beautiful set of pens for a great cause.
You must be very proud to have helped the school out that way.
I guess you are also proud to hold the record now for most money received for a pen on this site.Also a ture turner and not affriad to show the pens to the rest of us.
Keep up the great work.

 

[nava1uni]

Beautiful pens. It is great that you raised so much money for the school. Each of the recipients will be very pleased with their winning.

 

[CG39]

Really impressive work.


So did your corner the second place bidder and offer to make them one in that price range? :wink: