Nib engraving

[jalbert]

I wasn't really sure where to post this, but this was a little project I did this weekend for fun. I had a 14k gold Jowo #6 nib unit laying around, who was devoid of any markings. I thought it would be neat to hand engrave it and embellish it with a little decorative scroll work. The tricky part was working on a very tiny, curved surface. I thought this was a fun way to personalize my nib.

 

[Jim15]

Great work.

 

[MRDucks2]

I like it. On my phone, before enlarging, it looked like a big gob of solder or something. Thought you may gouged a hole in it. LOL. But, then I enlarged and saw the wonderful detail.

 

[leehljp]

Do you enjoy tormenting us with your beautiful work? Well, you are!

Excellent. Thanks for showing it.

Sigh! I can't draw a straight line without a guide. And certainly can't draw decorative scrolls.

 

[Psychmike22]

Amazing work. That is an excellent addition to any pen.

 

[Dale Lynch]

You are a incredably talented penmaker,I'm both glad and jealous seeing the work you share.

 

[goldendj]

I'm absolutely floored by the skill and even more the creativity. If I were to try to come up with any pattern like that I'd draw a complete blank... outstanding!

 

[Bryguy]

John, everytimne I see your work I think"Wow! it can't get better than this". and then you post something new and it is better still! Keep on pushing the envelope, you are an inspiration for us all.

 

[leehljp]

Something makes me think you used a micro grinding tip (carbide?) but I don't think you did that entirely by freehand. However, you may have. If done by machine, how did you get the machine to recognize the varying curvatures at different points?

I do remember a former post in which you mentioned you spent some time in metallurgy(?) classes. It sure has paid off for you! Thank you for posting your work!

 

[jalbert]

Something makes me think you used a micro grinding tip (carbide?) but I don't think you did that entirely by freehand. However, you may have. If done by machine, how did you get the machine to recognize the varying curvatures at different points?

I do remember a former post in which you mentioned you spent some time in metallurgy(?) classes. It sure has paid off for you! Thank you for posting your work!

Nope, all freehand! Pictured is my pneumatic hand piece and graver, engravers vice, and stereo microscope that I use to see small details.

 

[Aces-High]

That's impressive! How long did it take you?

 

[jalbert]

That's impressive! How long did it take you?

5 hours maybe? I didn't do it all in one sitting

 

[leehljp]

WOW! We all can say we know a REAL Professional! That is outstanding!

 

[bzahn]

Wow!

 

[its_virgil]

Very impressive. Very creative and talented. Thanks for sharing.
Do a good turn daily!
Don

 

[johncrane]

luv your work

 

[jalbert]

Here's another I did: this one is a #8 size nib in 18k gold with rhodium plating. I thought it was neat how the gold comes through when engraved.

 

[Woodchipper]

You are an outstanding engraver. I have seen some detailed engraving on high end firearms, taking weeks to do one job. To work on a pen nib is beyond my scope. My complements.

 

[leehljp]

Does the engraving affect the feed at all? Do you have to make some adjustment on the feed where the engraving is so close to the feed wall?


The gold does look great as it comes through!

 

[jalbert]

Does the engraving affect the feed at all? Do you have to make some adjustment on the feed where the engraving is so close to the feed wall?


The gold does look great as it comes through!

As in the graver deforming the nib where it meets the feed under the nib? No, I use a thermoplastic that is molded underneath and around the nib, so it's supported and I can hold it in my vice .

 

[hamm3rhand]

wow! that is fantastic, truly impressive