This is a Lotus fountain pen done in Ruby Swirl Bakelite from Exoticblanks. I found it easy enough to work with but boy look out for those fumes when you turn or drill the stuff. It will clear out your sinuses and melt the hairs in your nose. I normally do not use a vacuum cleaner to pick up the shavings until after I get finished but I went running for one when I started working with this Bakelite. It was a crying shame how much waste there is when you have to buy a 1 1/4" rod. It does give a beautiful finish and has a very nice look and feel to it. It's a shame it's not made any more. Thanks also to John (Wild Turkey) for the Lotus components.
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