SnakeSkin Baron Question

[mick]

Need an opinion. Which way should the scales be oriented on a snakeskin Baron, pointed the same way when the cap is posted...or when it's closed.(I've got the scales pointing down on the cap) I can't decide which I like better. Seen them both ways and would like some input before I assemble the pen barrel. Thanks!!!

 

[pastorbill1952]

There has been a discussion about grain alignment on pens when closed & posted. Do a search on grain alignment. It really is an interesting discussion.

 

[Fangar]

I did mine with the Scales down in the capped position so that all the markings line up when closed. I think it is really what ever you like. Here is a photo:

Cheers,

Fangar

 

[JimGo]

I do it the same way as James.

 

[mick]

Thanks Guys, Thats what I was leaning toward but just couldn't decide! I'll post the pen later. Thanks again!

 

[DCBluesman]

One of the handiest features of the Baron is that there is no "end" to the lower barrel. Assemble your pen one way and try it out. If you prefer it the other way, simply exchange the endcap for the nib holder on the lower barrel. Voila! The orientation is reversed! [8D]

 

[arjudy]

I orient the blanks on my pens so that whether it is the wood grain or scales they line up when in the closed position.