Plateau pen kit problems

[Mike Burton]

I am new to pen turning and did a few slimline kits and then thinking I needed a new challenge I bought some Plateau pen kits from Rockler. I have read the instructions that came with the kit but I am still confused as to how to turn the blanks.

 

[F6maniac]

Since no one else has stepped up I'll try to help. What is the issue you are having? The tenon for the center band?

 

[Falcon1220]

Mike, welcome to IAP.
As curt indicated, what is your concern?
IAP members will always give advise if the problem is explained.

 

[jminsker]

Plateau Pen instructions

I agree with Mike, the instructions make my brain hurt.
does anyone have a simpler set of instructions?

 

[MarkD]

This pen appears to be Rockler's version of the Penn State Classic pen.
The instructions for the Classic pen can be found here: http://www.pennstateind.com/library/PKPARK-G_ins.pdf

I didn't look close enough to see if all the dimensions are the same so I would only use the Penn State Classic instructions as another reference.

I believe it's also the same pen that Craft Supply sells as the Americana.
Instructions for that pen are at: http://www.woodturnerscatalog.com/docs/apprentice_americana.pdf

 

[nativewooder]

I would suggest the "Library". (at the top of the page)

 

[jminsker]

Plateau Pen instructions

Thanks to all who replied.

Combining the best bits from each set of instructions created a readable set.

A lot simpler when not written in "technical-ese).