Simplicity Monkeypod

[qquake]

This is a Simplicity twist pen in gunmetal, from Exotic Blanks. The wood is monkeypod from Woodcraft. The monkeypod is unremarkable, but it's still an attractive pen. The finish is Pens Plus.

 

[egnald]

Interesting Kit, especially where the blank meets the tip. I have some Monkeypod, but I don't think I've ever used it to make a pen. I guess I'm slipping. I hope all is well with you. Is Rocketry back in full swing? - Dave

 

[Todd in PA]

Interesting Kit, especially where the blank meets the tip.

I presume it has a snap cap which uses the ring to grab the cap.

 

[qquake]

I presume it has a snap cap which uses the ring to grab the cap.

No snap cap, it's a twist pen.

 

[qquake]

Interesting Kit, especially where the blank meets the tip. I have some Monkeypod, but I don't think I've ever used it to make a pen. I guess I'm slipping. I hope all is well with you. Is Rocketry back in full swing? - Dave

No rocketry, it's too hot and dry. The season normally runs November to April.

 

[egnald]

No rocketry, it's too hot and dry. The season normally runs November to April.

I was curious. I assumed that the heat and drought might put a damper on it.

 

[qquake]

There have been seasons past where we didn't have the first launch until January.