Since 1974 I’ve been doing some kind of woodworking. Usually I tend to read some books on the subject, do some of the work, and then take a course. Many years ago I took a course in lathe turning down in Vermont, but over the years with moving around, I was unable to keep up with that part of woodworking.
In 2004 I became quite interested in turning once again but due to
limited space I opted for a mini-lathe. Looking around for projects to do, I came upon pen making. After some reading and investigation I found that I was able to get the metal parts from a reputable dealer.
In 2004 I became quite interested in turning once again but due to
limited space I opted for a mini-lathe. Looking around for projects to do, I came upon pen making. After some reading and investigation I found that I was able to get the metal parts from a reputable dealer.
The next thing was the wood. I do have quite a bit of wood (my wife thinks I have a tree downstairs), but not a lot of the exotic kind that would make a pen stand
out. That was when I began to haunt a number of lumber mills that carried
the types of wood I was interested in. I also began to bid for wooden pen blanks on eBay and found other turners who passed on pieces that they did not need.
It all came down to finally making a pen, which I did about a year ago (my wife claimed that one). Now I just can’t stay away from it. The “joy of turning” each and every pen is great because each and every piece of wood is different.
It all came down to finally making a pen, which I did about a year ago (my wife claimed that one). Now I just can’t stay away from it. The “joy of turning” each and every pen is great because each and every piece of wood is different.
Each pen is made separately. There is no mass production, and I’m really not interested in getting into that. From the cutting on the bandsaw, to the drilling of the holes in the wood , to the turning, sanding, polishing and assembly, everything is done on an individual basis.
This method may not make a large number of pens, but I
enjoy what I do and I want to be proud of what I produce from a piece of wood that has been waiting for me to work on it and turn it into something to be admired. These pens are beautiful and practical.
This method may not make a large number of pens, but I
enjoy what I do and I want to be proud of what I produce from a piece of wood that has been waiting for me to work on it and turn it into something to be admired. These pens are beautiful and practical.
The wood that I use is not dyed or stained but I do finish it with a wax to give it a shine. Over time and use this wax will wear off and the oils from your hands will give the wood a fine finish that can only come from time. The metal parts on the outside of the pens are made with 24k gold and are guaranteed.
I usually package the pens in plastic tubes but I also have presentation cases that are available (you will see some of them in the links).
I’ve been making three kinds of “twist” pens: the “Slimline,” the Mont Blanc style and the Big Boy. The first is the most popular due to its size and weight. The second is a classier type and the third really makes a statement due to the weight and size. I'm now starting to do fountain pens.
I usually package the pens in plastic tubes but I also have presentation cases that are available (you will see some of them in the links).
I’ve been making three kinds of “twist” pens: the “Slimline,” the Mont Blanc style and the Big Boy. The first is the most popular due to its size and weight. The second is a classier type and the third really makes a statement due to the weight and size. I'm now starting to do fountain pens.
Each ballpoint uses a Cross© or Parker© refill that can be obtained through any office supply store. Each pen comes with a description card and my guarantee of quality. I will make a pen and pencil set or any kind of pen that you might choose.
Most of the pens are made of wood but I do have a few that I can make with Dymondwood, Colorwood, deer antler and buffalo horn and Corian©.
Look through the pictures (some of them may be fuzzy, but the quality is improving since I'm now scanning the pens). Look through the list of materials that I have available; if you see something you like, let me know. If you don’t see what your looking for, contact me through e-mail and I’ll see what I can do.
Most of the pens are made of wood but I do have a few that I can make with Dymondwood, Colorwood, deer antler and buffalo horn and Corian©.
Look through the pictures (some of them may be fuzzy, but the quality is improving since I'm now scanning the pens). Look through the list of materials that I have available; if you see something you like, let me know. If you don’t see what your looking for, contact me through e-mail and I’ll see what I can do.
Prices will range from $25.00 to $70.00 (Cdn). Shipping and handling will be approximately $10.00 (Cdn) per pen within Canada. If more than one pen is purchased the price of shipping can remain the same for up to four pens. Rates for shipping to the USA will be the same and International post will be $12.00 (Cdn).
For now, take a look at the Gallery of Pens by clicking here, it will show what I may have in
stock and what I've made. Please remember that although a picture is worth 1,000 words, there is no picture that can truly show the beauty of a finished piece of wood.
Laurie
For now, take a look at the Gallery of Pens by clicking here, it will show what I may have in
stock and what I've made. Please remember that although a picture is worth 1,000 words, there is no picture that can truly show the beauty of a finished piece of wood.
Laurie