New Series SpectraPly Autumn

[qquake2k]

This is a New Series ballpoint in gold. The blank is a SpectraPly called Autumn. This particular blank was stabilized by Terry G, and worked much better than the first SpectraPly blank I turned. The darker sanding dust didn't get stuck in the lighter layers, like the SpectraPly Blue Angel blank I turned. Thanks Terry!

 

[qquake2k]

Since the blank is stabilized, I decided to try just polishing it instead of putting a finish on it. That didn't work out. I think it picked up dirt from my MicroMesh pads, which I used dry. So I resanded it, and applied a CA finish using my handy dandy homemade Delrin bushings. It's far from the greatest CA finish, but it's my best so far. I polished it with Novus 3 and 2, and PlastX. I'm happy with it!

 

[qquake2k]

Thanks to John (fortress) for the suggestion of putting my finger in a plastic bag to apply the CA. I didn't get paper towel stuck to me this time!

 

[qquake2k]

Sorry, it was Terry Q who stabilized the blank, not Terry G.

 

[fortress]

That is a striking pen Jim, excellent work Sir.

 

[bassethound]

Very nice indeed ..

 

[Penpal]

I use the same type of shop towel for CA and I will use plastic from now on that occassional bleed of glue is a pain.

What a change having stabilise.

You went for gold and thats the reward.

Peter.

 

[wm460]

Great looking pen Jim.

 

[Terry Q]

Your welcome Jim. Pen looks nice.

 

[angelo49]

Very Nicely Done Jim
Nice Blank.

 

[Les ELm]

Well done.

Les