First closed end slimline

[rayf6604]

Well, I had to have a go with the new closed end mandrel I bought this week. First try at a closed end slimline in Laburnum. It's real easy to do I have to say, the mandrel makes it simple.

 

[Buckeye]

That looks good, hope you keep making more, I didn't realise you could buy the mandrels, how much was it and where did you get it?

Peter

 

[rayf6604]

That look good, hope you keep making more, I didn't realise you could buy the mandrels, how much was it and where did you get it?

Peter

It was 20 quid from Vinny at Turners Workshop

 

[Buckeye]

How about a one piece slimline closed end pen, they are always fun.

Peter

 

[rayf6604]

I'll have to see, I don't have a long enough drill bit at the mo. And what refill would I use and how to secure it? I've seen Bic refills used but they are a bit cheap.

 

[Grump]

Use the same kit, glue the top tube only and twist from the nib, simples init?

 

[paulm]

Nice pen there Ray, an excellent first attempt. I bought one of those mandrels but don't get on with it very well, I also got a pin mandrel which is easier.

 

[ray7]

Very nice.

Ray

 

[wm460]

Well Done Ray.

 

[chas_41_uk]

Excellent first attempt Ray

 

[Bill Mooney]

Great first attempt Ray.

 

[Jim]

That is a good result for the first one Ray, well done ..

 

[Les ELm]

Looks well done from here.

Les

 

[bassethound]

Well done Ray! looks ok mate..