Hi Jim,
As far as pen kits go, Woodturningz is a re-seller. So if you like a kit made by Penn State Industries (PSI) you call Ryan up and he gets it for you. I know he also has some kits from Berea as well. He imports and stocks lots of very nice wood, and he has a couple of other things he sells that are of interest to turners. He is a turner, and a penturner himself, so he has a feel for what we want. Call him up on the phone and just start asking questions.
Scott.