Slab of Corian

[Gadget-UK]

Was at a Customers site yesterday and had one of my pens with me (Black Corian with Gun Metal Fittings) and the client spotted it.
He asked to have a look and I explained about the hobby (money pit) of Pen Making, he loved the pen and asked if I could make him a couple, told him a price and he STILL wants a couple

Then had to explain that I didn't have any Corian left (from the small amount I was given by a kitchen fitter friend), NOT a problem he says and walks off...
Comes back with this......

25mm Thick by 600mm x 400mm
Then says... Is THAT Enough

So a few Corian Pens to be made - Thinking Headwind, in Silver / Gunmetal & Black (he wants 3)
Thats my job for today then
He also added they get loads of offcuts back and normally throw them in the skip, all sorts of colours as well, now he knows what I can do with it, he has said he will keep ALL of the offcuts and let me have them, so once I get a pile I will offer to Forum Members for Postage cost ONLY, I will cut them into blank sizes and post pictures in the For Sale Section once I get them.....

 

[flexi]

25mm is an uncommon size for Corian it's normally a lot thinner....your a very lucky man, well done!

 

[Gadget-UK]

25mm is an uncommon size for Corian it's normally a lot thinner....your a very lucky man, well done!

Its from a "Specialist" Kitchen centre Mark, they only do 25mm to 30mm worktops and sinks etc..
NOT cheap by any standards but they do seem to be doing very well

 

[Eloquin]

That was amazing luck! I was tempted to see if I can find any kitchen fitters near me that do Corian worktops but havent got round to it yet. I was told there are some and that they do just bin the offcuts

 

[Gadget-UK]

That was amazing luck! I was tempted to see if I can find any kitchen fitters near me that do Corian worktops but havent got round to it yet. I was told there are some and that they do just bin the offcuts

I suppose its just not worth the effort in keeping them Duncan.
Hopefully they don't find out about us Turners that use it

 

[Gadget-UK]

Got around to cutting and turning the slab and made the 3 pens as requested.
All Headwind Kits (Love these)
Black, Chrome and Gunmetal
Being delivered tomorrow (Wednesday)

 

[Doug]

Lovely pens Colin

 

[Eloquin]

Great looking pens! I like seeing the different accessory colours on the same body material/colour to see how they appear to change.

 

[flexi]

Very nice mate...don't put them down on the worktop

 

[Adal6]

Yes Colin a nice set of pens. Weldone.

 

[David M]

Beautiful. As a relative novice, I was not aware that you can turn Corian for pens...sorry to display my ignorance. I use tungsten carbide tipped tools so would they turn Corian successfully or not? If so, I would appreciate receiving some when you're ready...very happy to pay postage ++.

 

[Gadget-UK]

Beautiful. As a relative novice, I was not aware that you can turn Corian for pens...sorry to display my ignorance. I use tungsten carbide tipped tools so would they turn Corian successfully or not? If so, I would appreciate receiving some when you're ready...very happy to pay postage ++.

Perfect tools there David, its what I use.
Sharp and steady and not to hard with the pressure and you will be fine.
PM me your details and I will get a couple in the post, let you know postage cost when they have been sent

 

[geordie0928]

Very nice pens Colin.

 

[A13GNR]

Was at a Customers site yesterday and had one of my pens with me (Black Corian with Gun Metal Fittings) and the client spotted it.
He asked to have a look and I explained about the hobby (money pit) of Pen Making, he loved the pen and asked if I could make him a couple, told him a price and he STILL wants a couple

Then had to explain that I didn't have any Corian left (from the small amount I was given by a kitchen fitter friend), NOT a problem he says and walks off...
Comes back with this......

View attachment 52446 25mm Thick by 600mm x 400mm
Then says... Is THAT Enough

So a few Corian Pens to be made - Thinking Headwind, in Silver / Gunmetal & Black (he wants 3)
Thats my job for today then
He also added they get loads of offcuts back and normally throw them in the skip, all sorts of colours as well, now he knows what I can do with it, he has said he will keep ALL of the offcuts and let me have them, so once I get a pile I will offer to Forum Members for Postage cost ONLY, I will cut them into blank sizes and post pictures in the For Sale Section once I get them.....

I just love Corian…it’s a dream to turn once your used to it…always wear a good mask as it’s quite toxic…enjoy

 

[Bill Mooney]

Very nice pens Colin.
The 25mm thick worktop is called mistral. It’s a dream to turn &finish.

 

[Gadget-UK]

Very nice pens Colin.
The 25mm thick worktop is called mistral. It’s a dream to turn &finish.

Thats the stuff Bill.
They did tell me the name (as you so rightly sate) but head like a sieve and totally forgot

Thank You

 

[dixter]

I just love Corian…it’s a dream to turn once your used to it…always wear a good mask as it’s quite toxic…enjoy

Good-looking pens, show your talent and skills very well.

Corian is a good substance for pens. I have made a few in the past from leftover countertops using carbide tools.

I need to source more in, I just haven't done it yet.

Keep up the good work!