first pen turned

[Johnnyturnspens]

This was my first attempt at making a pen. Made with Zebrano wood to a slimline pen-kit.
Struggling with the finishing process at the moment, as this was sanded to 600 grit, then a coat of friction polish and microchrystalline stick to finish.
Regards.
John

 

[Bill Mooney]

It’s a good first effort but you’ve overturned your blank which has made t too small for your fittings. We’ve all been there & done this. Take care when you turn your blank down to the bushes. Leave your blank slightly proud of your bushes, this allows for sanding. Happy turning.

 

[Penpal]

I see you uswed a streamline kit mate ,good choice with the larger centreband design opportunities abound. Thanks for sharing John.

Peter.

 

[wm460]

Very nice pen John.
Plus one for streamline centre bands.

 

[fortress]

A good first pen John, one of many nicely done.

 

[Phil Dart]

A good first attempt John. Thanks for sharing it. Bill has given some good advice in regard to how much you need to turn down the wood before sanding.

I remember that my first pen suffered from the same problem But this forum didn't exist back then, so NOBODY saw it

 

[angelo49]

Great first attempt John!!
Nice shape on the lower barrel.

 

[Tony]

Really nice first Pen, John!

 

[Les ELm]

Nicely done for your first go at it.

Les

 

[qquake2k]

Looks better than my first pen!