scouseroy
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I think I got this one about right, Is it just me or are slim line pens much harder to turn? trying to get straight lines was a bugger!!! 
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COCOBOLO slimline
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It certainly is not you, the slimline is as challenging as any pen, the reason for starting on slimlines is not because they are easy but because they are the cheapest option.
They don't break the bank for a starter, when you master this kit you can do any other kit.
Probably the easiest kit is the sierra but they come at a price difference that could put you to begin with.
You have done a great job on this one nice lines good combination of kit and wood lovely finish and good picture quality.
Go to the top of the class young man 10 out of 10 for this effort.
They don't break the bank for a starter, when you master this kit you can do any other kit.
Probably the easiest kit is the sierra but they come at a price difference that could put you to begin with.
You have done a great job on this one nice lines good combination of kit and wood lovely finish and good picture quality.
Go to the top of the class young man 10 out of 10 for this effort.
Nothing wrong with that one !
The one thing I would say is why do you think so many of us put some shape into slimlines
Nowhere does it actually say they are Straightlines now does it ?
But that's not to say that they can't be straight and I think you've done a cracking on job on that one, it's very straight. Well done.
The one thing I would say is why do you think so many of us put some shape into slimlines
Nowhere does it actually say they are Straightlines now does it ?
But that's not to say that they can't be straight and I think you've done a cracking on job on that one, it's very straight. Well done.
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Lovely looking pen Roy. As Phill says try and put a few shapes into it !!
Nice pen Roy but in my opinion it would look better with a bigger centre band, that's only MY opinion though.
As far as I'm concerned Roy that's how a Slimline should look . Some look OK with a tiny bit of curvature to them but some folks go overboard and the pens look like they've had gastric band surgery. You done a good job there. Also Slimlines aren't the easiest pen to turn ...master a Slimline and the rest are easy..... well most of 'em !
bassethound
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Nice looking pen mate! lovely bit of wood and well turned..
chas_41_uk
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That's a very nice pen Roy
Lovely looking pen Roy. As Phill says try and put a few shapes into it !!
I disagree with you a Terry, I think Roy has got them spot on mate.. If he can turn them out and make them look as good as that then stick to the winning formula..
Top marks as per Brian has said, it looks superb and I believe making it fatter would not have made it look any better.
Looks good Roy. Experiment with different shapes to see what you like and more importantly potential customers ;ile.
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I disagree with you a Terry, I think Roy has got them spot on mate.. If he can turn them out and make them look as good as that then stick to the winning formula..
Top marks as per Brian has said, it looks superb and I believe making it fatter would not have made it look any better.
I think you misread what I said Eamonn. I said it was a lovely pen and as Roy had thought it was difficult to keep the barrels straight then he could maybe try putting a few shapes ( curves ) in. You never know Roy might prefer it that way. !!!!
billyb_imp
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Super looking pen, chrome looks good on the wood
Roy don't listen and get confused by these old farts, you make your pens any bloody shape you want it's your hobby not theirs init?
Us young uns should stick togever and bugger the lot of em init?
Seriously mate I just wanna say this really is a super pen you have created and with all joking aside it is a pleasure and privilege to watch your your progression.
I am sure you appreciate yourself how much you have come along in such a short time, keep going mate you'll soon be showing us how to do it.
I'll have a parcel full of encouragement in the post as soon as I can get some shed time init?
Us young uns should stick togever and bugger the lot of em init?
Seriously mate I just wanna say this really is a super pen you have created and with all joking aside it is a pleasure and privilege to watch your your progression.
I am sure you appreciate yourself how much you have come along in such a short time, keep going mate you'll soon be showing us how to do it.
I'll have a parcel full of encouragement in the post as soon as I can get some shed time init?
scouseroy
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I really appreciate all the comments made by everyone who took time to notice what I am doing ,I take on board everyone's comments good and critical and I am really enjoying my new hobby (although the bank manager doesn't seem so keen)
I love the honesty on this forum and I'm happy to learn from my mistakes.
Thanks to every one for your interest, Wisdom, generosity and words of encouragement I hope to keep at it and keep improving .
I love the honesty on this forum and I'm happy to learn from my mistakes.
Thanks to every one for your interest, Wisdom, generosity and words of encouragement I hope to keep at it and keep improving .
Roy, you have turned a slimline, as it was meant to be!
Well done that man!
If I wanted a string of Sausages, I would visit a Butcher!
What you have to remember is most turners on here are very, very, old. ( my 32" belt still fits my 48" belly!)
This is a great result.
Well done that man!
If I wanted a string of Sausages, I would visit a Butcher!
What you have to remember is most turners on here are very, very, old. ( my 32" belt still fits my 48" belly!)
This is a great result.