Cigar Pen Kits

[alan morrison]

Does anyone have experience with cigar pen kits.
I have bought a number of them over the years, from a couple of different UK suppliers and by and large I have had the same problem with them.
I find that the transmission mechanism is unlike a ballpoint mechanism that turns to a certain point, stops and then reverses.
The cigar pen mechanism keeps turning in both directions without a stop and the nib is very hesitant to fully retract. ( i don't mean that it sticks)
Has anyone had a similar problem with this kit ( or even understand what I'm trying to say )
I am interested to know your experiences with cigar pens.

Thanks
Alan

 

[Garno]

I found this Alan, it seems a good instruction.

Not sure if it will be of any use.

Cigar Pen and Pencil Assembly Guide - Olivers Woodturning

 

[TVS]

I stoped making the cigar pens years ago lot of crap kits out there

 

[flexi]

I only buy quality ones, from reputable sources

 

[Penpal]

Itsa a shame ie the consistency of these kits. I like them .