That sir is the true definition of craftsmanship. Stunning pen. I wouldn't be surprised to see a massive price tag on a similar pen of lesser quality in a retail setting. You have hit another one out of the park. Haha. We'll have to start calling you The Louisville Slugger.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mitchell, My mind is spinning with ideas for designs I can make with this technique. I am having way to much fun. It must be all the caffeine from the cans I'm emptying. :^) Regards, Bob

Shared with my wife. With the new lathe she is getting interested in turning and pens are one of the things she is interested in doing.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Very nice. If she has any questions, let me know, I'd be happy to try and answer the for her. Regards, Bob

That is absolutely beautiful Bob! Awesome work.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Wes, Regards, Bob

That is a big WOW Bob...love this pen blank & the finish pen..great work :)!!

@RJBWoodTurner

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Pamela. 😃

Now that is a stunning pen Bob, thanks for showing us your method. Take care Mike

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mike, I have been asked several times to show more of the designing of the pen so I am making a follow up video for the layout and design only. No cutting or turning. Regards, Bob

Your right that is awesome!! love this one Bob! Take care, Carl

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Carl, I have had several people ask for more information on just how I made the blank. I am in the process of editing some video just about creating the blank. It won't be for everyone but those who are interested in recreating this pen should like it. Regards, Bob

Wow, that turned out great. Awesome idea and thanks for the video!!

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Regards, Bob

I see what you did cherry blank with a coke can "cherry coke" very clever. Also by far the nicest and most elegant pen I have seen yet from anyone and that's the truth.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, your comment means a great deal to me. I have another in the works, hopefully it turns out. Regards, Bob

Amazing! I love the way that pen turned out !!

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ed, Regards, Bob

Amazing looking pen! Simple idea can lead to unexpected and beautiful things. Well done

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you, The designs are unlimited and my brain is filled with ideas. Regards, Bob

This will be one of my first as soon as I get a little better. Thanks for the tutorial Bob.

@RJBWoodTurner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching Joe. Regards, Bob

I've been wanting a wood lathe for a few years now. Never had the "Personal Drive" to get one until I started watching your videos. Keep making 'em....they're AWESOME!!!

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Vans Custom Leather Thank you. Regards, Bob

It's amazing how the final pattern came out. Nice job!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ron, I was blown away when I saw the final pattern. Regards, Bob

Wow! You are a true artist sir!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ryan. Regards, Bob

Woohoo! I made the 400 likes! :-) Really enjoyed the way pattern emerged as it was turned. My grandfather used to carve wood beautifully and he always said the shape or patterns were already in the wood. All he had to do was carefully uncover them! Came across these videos by accident as I love watching people making stuff. I'm enjoying them all very much! :-) Armon

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Armon, I appreciate the kind comments. Regards, Bob

great ideal and turned out beautiful

@RJBWoodTurner

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Larry. Regards, Bob

Absolutely awesome pattern, one for the" I must do this list.. " As always a great video

@RJBWoodTurner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Regards, Bob

Bob, its simply stunning. This could become your signature pen! Congrats on a great job! Take care, Mark

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark, Hopefully this will be the first in a series of pens. I have other ideas I only hope they are as cool as this one. Regards, Bob

Very good work and nice pen. Great. Thank you for showing me this technical

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

+Ernst Becker Thank you for watching and commenting Ernst, I'm glad you liked the video. Regards, Bob

Absolutely beautiful, thank you for posting. I'll definitely be attempting this

@RJBWoodTurner

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sherlock. Regards, Bob

this is really a fantastic design. I know a lot of it is trial and error, and maybe being surprised by the end result, but to try to envision a Celtic knot pattern by drawing out zigzag lines on a blank takes some imagination! great job; can't wait to try it! Cheers

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

+Sig Guy Thank you. Regards, Bob

Very cool! Always fun to watch.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jared. Regards, Bob

Just brilliant Bob. I can't wait to try this! Ian

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ian, Regards, Bob

another great looking pen and video

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Frank, I am having way to much fun. Regards, Bob

Beautiful pen! Thanks for sharing.

@RJBWoodTurner

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Don. Regards, Bob

Great to see the scroll saw being used in a pen project! Thank You for sharing. -Steven

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+WigWagWorkshop Thank you Steven, I do love my scroll saw. Bob

Definitely going to try this. Great idea.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jim, It is a blast and very addicting. Regards, Bob

Bob, That is one awesome pen. When I saw your last pen I wasn't all that impressed with the pattern but seeing this, just WOW. Celtic Knots are one of the coolest things I've ever seen and I think it looks amazing on that pen.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robert, I have another pen in the works if it turns out, I'll have another video. The designs are unlimited. Regards, Bob

Awesome job Bob love the design

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mike. Regards, Bob

You've done a great job here Bob. I've turned meant Celtic knot pens using 2mm thick aluminium flat bar as an insert, but this takes it in a new direction. Cheers Tom

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tom, I am having a really good time experimenting with these Aluminum cans. I love the finished look. Regards, Bob

Fantastic idea there. I need to try this same method and then again with two different veneers in place of the can. Use a dark one on the down slope cuts and a light one on the upslope cuts. Thanks for the video and planting ideas.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Ted, I appreciate the info on using light and dark veneers, that is a great idea. Regards, Bob

that one really turned out truly amazing, I can't wait to see what else you come up with using this can-inlay technique.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Matthew, I have another in the works if it turns out. There will be a video. Regards, Bob

Wow - how cool is that? You have really come up with something new here. Very creative!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Fredrik, I am having so much fun making these pens. I only wish I had more time in the shop to experiment. Regards, Bob

beautiful pen I am loving it

@RJBWoodTurner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

I think you are on to something Bob. Turned out really nice.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jay, I hope to make many more of these. Regards, Bob

Wow. This one is really cool. I can’t wait to get the lathe. Going to a show this weekend

@RJBWoodTurner

6 жыл бұрын

Have a great time. Regards, Bob

That's a good job Bob. Best Wishes, Brendan.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Brendan. This is a blast to do. I have many more designs planned. I can't wait to try them all out. Regards, Bob

Fantastic Pen blank Bob . This complicated but simple to make pen blank is outstanding One of the best if Not the best I have seen on the Web Fantastic BoBYou keep coming up with these great Ideas for pen blanks from day to day stuff that every body has laying around Just fantastic

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you John, I have had several PM's wanting to know more about how I made the blank. I'm thinking about a follow up video for the design and assemble process only. No sawing or turning just measuring and drawing out the pattern and any tips I can give to speed the process. That way I can keep it short. What do you think? Regards, Bob

@johnhorsfall3281

9 жыл бұрын

RJBWoodTurner Bob It is always good to have a video explaining the layout and the details of the project, though you don't seem to see to many .Go for it, you are good at explaining yourself and a design video would be a great follow up to your great Pen Blank. For something like this blank simple but complicated a power point step by step download maybe an idea as well it is good to have a set of instructions for a project.John

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the encouragement John. Regards, Bob

Stunning.

@RJBWoodTurner

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Regards, Bob

I like the pattern a lot I think you did a great job

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Chad Whittington Thank you Chad. Bob

Wow...a friend mentioned that he was trying to make his own pen..which made me search on youtube to see if there were some tutorials on how that was done. I've been watching a few of your videos since, and they're amazing...they're entertaining, informative, and the end results are really cool. This one though was just spectacular...I never expected that pattern to come out! Well done, and thanks for the work you do to create these videos!

@RJBWoodTurner

5 жыл бұрын

Thank you. I really appreciate your comment. Regards, Bob

Wow, that is crazy cool Bob! Home run on that one.

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Roger Ratze Thank you. Regards, Bob

Wow! Fantastic!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Regards, Bob

Fantastic! I like it!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve. Regards, Bob

Super Job! I wish I could have seen you cut and glue up the other two sides. Keep up the video's.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you, You will get your wish, I am making a follow up video that shows the making of the blank only. No cutting or turning just all the steps to making this blank. I'm editing it now and it should be out soon. Regards, Bob

Holy Cats, Bob !!! I liked the Maple pen, But this one is... WOW. Very Well Done Sir.

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Regards, Bob

Really Cool Bob!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dan, It really turns a plain blank into a looker. Regards, Bob

that is really cool!! very inventive.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I appreciate the comment. Regards, Bob

looks great!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Regards, Bob

Wow, wow wow. That is amazing. Cheers! --Chris.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Chris, I can't wait to experiment with some other design ideas I have in mind. Regards, Bob

That is the most beautiful turned pen I have seen made online. I have seen a few rosewood with gold inlay fountain pens that rank up there, but your pen is just beautiful. Congratulations on the design, implementation, and creation of a great writing tool.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Your comment blew me away, thank you so much for that. I deeply appreciate you saying what you did. I am at a loss for words and not really sure how to say thank you. Regards, Bob

@SuperYtviewer

9 жыл бұрын

"Thank you" is more than sufficient. - God Bless

Love your pen. Ive tried 2 pens. 1st on not too great but 2nd better. Found I have to be more careful cutting pattern. Will try again soon. Thanks. Steve

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Steve Budge Thank you Steve. Regards, Bob

Fantastic!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Regards, Bob

i really like this keep up the good work!

@RJBWoodTurner

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Very nice. Inspiring.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Regards, Bob

amazing that turn great

@RJBWoodTurner

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Regards, Bob

I've been watching your videos nonstop the last few days and it gave me a great idea. I'm going to try guitar pick strips in place of aluminum or veneer since they come in some awesome colors. I only say this in case you want to try it before I get to it, and I can also see what you come up with if you try it.

@RJBWoodTurner

4 жыл бұрын

I think that’s a great idea. Meet experimenting that’s where the best pens come from. Regards, Bob

@paul2389

4 жыл бұрын

@@RJBWoodTurner I teach middle school and just assigned about 300 students to come watch some of your videos. Since we are in quarantine they might not be able to make pens, but they can still design them. So I'm hoping you get a lot of likes, because you deserve it.

@RJBWoodTurner

4 жыл бұрын

Paul Mcelligott Thank you Paul. I’m glad I keep the videos family friendly and maybe there’s a future pen turner in your class. Regards, Bob

Bob, this is beyond cool. Saw the question about the glue holding it together or not. While watching, I kept thinking, what a cool lidded box this would make. Will let you know how that works out. Thanks for sharing the idea and method, Fred

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Fred, I look forward to seeing the box. I have been wanting to start turning boxes but I just keep making pens. :^) Regards, Bob

wow, very nice!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Mark, Regards, Bob

Magnifico trabajo

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. Regards, Bob

really great gives inspiration to experiment

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

+Michael Peddle Thank you Michael. Regards, Bob

I can't believe this Rob! Last week I was going to make a pen with alloy strips in it and then I saw your video covering the same method. This weekend I have been working on a Celtic pen and you posted this one Lol Great minds think alike huh? I must admit though my Celtic pen is not quite as amazing as this one but I will still post the video when its finished. anyway :-) All the best my friend. Tony

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tony, I need a video for next week, what do you have on to your mind this week. :^) I can't wait to see your video, I always love what you do. Regards, Bob

Amazing

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much, Regards, Bob

Really cool not sure I would have given this idea away

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Barry Fields Thank you Barry, I wasn't going to at first but I figured if I showed a photo someone else would figure it out. This way, I have a time date stamped video proving I made it. Regards, Bob

Im lost for words... Wow

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Willem, This is so fun and easy to do and the pens look so amazing. I'm having a blast. Regards, Bob

Congratulations bob not only are you hooked on pens but on segmentation too now. As for the paint on the cans would it not be easy enough to scrap off with a stanley knife blade, I don't know as it's still on my tuit list. Another great video an lovely pen thanks

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you John, I'm not really sure how the paint on the cans will effect the pens ofer time. I think sanding it off with an Emory cloth for the pens where it doesn't show may be the best option. I have several designs where I want the cans to show. I'm not sure what to do about those except let time tell. And your right, I'm hooked. :^) Regards, Bob Regards, Bob

Double Awesome 👍

@RJBWoodTurner

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you William. Regards, Bob

awesome...like this very

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Regards, Bob

thats is awesome ... I really have to get on the lathe more... (and get some new chisels) and do more turning in general

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

This was fun and relatively easy. I hope you do start turning a bit more. I find it very enjoyable. Regards, Bob

Impressive. I am currently starting to look at making a Celtic Knot pen myself. I was thinking of cutting up a plastic card. I usually take my cans to be recycled but I think I can maybe use a few to make a pen. Thanks.

@RJBWoodTurner

16 күн бұрын

I say go for it! Even if the first batch doesn’t turn out you’ll leant something for another blank down the road. One thing to remember that I did t know when I first started making Celtic knot blanks, the piece you insert into the cut must equal the thickness of the blade that cut the slot. Otherwise the pattern will be off. Also, sand the surface of the can, they sometimes have a layer covering them. Regards, Bob

@alanhill769

16 күн бұрын

@@RJBWoodTurner Thanks for the tip 👍

Love it! Now I want to go play with my lathe and drink a can of pop!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Do it man, You won't be disappointed. Regards, Bob

Really different Great work Thanks

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Robert Regards, Bob

Beautiful pen. How did the aluminum cut on the scroll saw? Was it very noticeable on the last couple of cuts on the scroll saw with that much aluminum in the blank?

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Not really David, I could tell it was there but the blades cut right through it. Regards, Bob

good job

@RJBWoodTurner

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

Oh wow Bob that pen is fantastic. A real piece of art. Brilliant technique. How does the aluminium hold up to all the glujng? I need to try this. Cheers Bob

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bob, I have had no issues with the Aluminum. I'm not sure about cans in the UK but in the U.S., they are extremely thin and form very easily to the pattern of the blank. You definitely need to try this, you will love it and the materials to make it are dirt cheap. Regards, Bob

amazing I'm so trying this

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Rough up the Aluminum a bit and the glue will stick better. Regards, Bob

@tankadam6281

8 жыл бұрын

+RJBWoodTurner thanks for the advice. I be made a few pens I seen to blow them apart allot am I doing something wrong

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Kenneth, The trick is razor sharp tools and very light cuts. Any pressure at all can create heat which will degrade the glue or worse, cause a catch. Also, use glue like someone else is paying for it. Regards, Bob

A fantastic pen, how good is the glue joint between the aluminium and the woo, and what type of glue did you use?

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Hello Kjell, I used Medium C/A glue. I always use C/A when I'm experimenting due to time constraints but I would recommend epoxy for its better hold. Regards, Bob

Where can you get thin flexible brass. I've segmented with copper but I think it is too thick to conform to tight turns. Thanks again for your adventures in pen making

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Steve Budge I'd try eBay. When I can't get it at the hobby store, I can usually find it there. I was able to buy it at Michaels locally. Bob

WOW! I don't blame you for keeping this one for yourself! What blade did you use on the scroll saw that allowed you to cut through the aluminium?

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Tyler, I used an Olsen 2/0 Crown Tooth blade. It cut with no problem but each blade was only good for one blank. They were shot after that. Regards, Bob

Nice Pen👍 I have a Ryobi scroll saw from big box store. What blade size would you recomend? Thanks Love your vids!!!

@RJBWoodTurner

3 жыл бұрын

I use a 2/0 blade. Regards, Bob

@USA-sx1xi

3 жыл бұрын

@@RJBWoodTurner Thanks Bob

Gorgeous pen! Did you use a template to set the same pattern on all four sides? Throughly enjoy your work, especially your adventures into concept pens. Pens that provide the rest of us a new project idea.

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Bama Breeze Hello, I didn't technically have a template but I did draw boxes around the blank with my ruler to keep it as symmetrical as I could. If you were to make a large number of these blanks a template would be a great idea. Bob

@bamabeeeze

7 жыл бұрын

RJBWoodTurner I'm most definitely going to turn one like your masterpiece. Thank you and keep making shavings!

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Bama Breeze Here's a link to the video where I showed how to make the blank: kzread.info/dash/bejne/kYSdkqd8YabAZ9I.html Regards, Bob

Very nice. Are you concerned about the longevity of the CA bond? How about the ultimate strength- like what if you had the pen in your back pocket, and sat down-? This gives me something to shoot for. Thanks for posting!

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Dan, I am always concerned with the longevity of the pens I make. I want the recipient to enjoy them for many years. I do know that C/A is very rigid when dry and can be hard on tools. I hope that rigidity transfers to the rest of the blank. Truthfully, I think only time will tell how they hold up. I plan to use one on a daily basis and I am rather hard on my pens so I may have a more realistic answer at some point in the future. Do you have any info on the life span of C/A? Regards, Bob

I just must copy that to my work :)

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kurren, Copy away. Regards, Bob

I have done 2 previous Celtic knot pens with aluminum. (Like yours). I just turned a similar pen - Purple Heart with brass. It turn out great except the wood near the brass is burned ....... looks like it got hot.. am I turning it too fast or does brass get hotter than aluminum? Any suggestions?. Love your site. Steve B

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Steve Budge Hello Steve, My guess would be that the Brass is conducting the heat and probably keeping it from dissipating. Bob

Bob, I’ve just kitten into pen making and trying to recreate your creations. What scroll saw do you have? My 30 year old craftsman is not up to the task of cutting the blanks. Thanks for your videos!

@RJBWoodTurner

2 жыл бұрын

Hello Gordon, I use a Dewalt 788.

I have done several Celtic knot pens like this one. On some I have had a problem with the knots not completely forming. Sometimes they only form well on one or two sides. I enjoy the Celtic knots and will try your next idea of one large knot on each half of the blank. Any suggestions?

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Steve Budge I have found that I get better knots when I alternate sides. In the video, I didn't do that. Regards, Bob

Great pen what glue did you use ?

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

+Mick Jones Thank you Mick, I used Insta Bond Medium C/A. I would recommend Epoxy if you have the time to allow it to dry. Regards, Bob

Rookie question. I am new to using the scroll saw. How did you turn the blank 45° on the saw and still keep such a narrow cut? I'm worried I'll cut through or, worse yet, end up cutting a groove they creates a gap.

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Hello Chris, I used a 2:0 Crown tooth blade their very thin and allow me to make sharp turns. The Aluminum wears them out fast so it's about one blade per blank. I just finished version 2 of the soda can pen. It has one knot on each section of the pen. Regards, Bob

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

+3a3j 6bun Nice idea, Will you let me know how this works out for you, if it helps, I might be interested in making one for my saw. Regards, Bob

Hi! I must say i like what you do. Your pens are realy nice. Have you ever tried to turn a pen in leather or birchbark?

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Thank you Bo, I haven't tried either of those materials but I would love to. Leather is probably more available to me so I'll add that to my ideas list. Regards, Bob

That's an awesome pen, how much do you charge for one of those?

@RJBWoodTurner

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jimmy, This new YT tool is showing me all the comments I missed over the years. Apologies for not responding sooner. I hope you're still watching and enjoying my videos. If you haven't checked out the channel for a while, please stop by and see some of the newer videos. I've made a bunch of the over the years. Regards, Bob

Bob, just had an idea after watching another turner's video with acrylic. I enjoy making my own acrylic blanks and the video I saw showed how to pour acrylic "ribbons". The ribbons were thin enough to become pliable after curing when applying a little heat. Since you have mixed materials in previous blanks, have you considered using an acrylic ribbon with a wood blank instead of a soda can? Would there be adhesion issues with these two completely different materials?

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

That is an incredible idea! I'm not sure about adhesion issues but I know a guy who makes ribbon blanks and I'm going to send him a note as ask if he'll sell me just the ribbons for a test. If he will, there will be a video and we'll test the adhesion. Thank you, this is a really good idea. Regards, Bob

Just wondering if there are any concerns with the small flecks of the can getting into your eyes or are they so small its not an issue. Want to try this, looks so cool.

@davidclauson6681

9 жыл бұрын

Should always wear eye protection, even better is a full face shield. Pens aren't to bad about coming apart, but it does happen. Bowls and other projects on the other hand, can come out and a shield helps greatly. Happy turning

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Excellent concern Kylie, I wear a full face shield and have my shop vac running. Hopefully what one doesn't stop the other will. I always wear a shield because I worry about small flying debris with every turning I do. Regards, Bob

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Ditto David, Excellent response. I always wear mine. Regards, Bob

I'm wondering if you can find some copper sheeting that is about the thickness of the aluminum can and use it instead, perhaps with a darker wood. Might be a nice contrast.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Hello Aaron, I was told places like Hobby Lobby sold thin copper sheets. I think it would work just as well and look amazing. Regards, Bob

@ajohnson153

9 жыл бұрын

RJBWoodTurner Well, I don't have wood turning equipment or supplies, if you decide to turn the copper let me know how she turns out. I'd be interested to see it.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

I made a note on my ideas log. If my Hoppy Lobby has it, I'll make a pen and a video. Regards, Bob

What scroll saw blade do you use

@RJBWoodTurner

7 жыл бұрын

+Steve Budge Olson 2/0 Crown Tooth. Regards, Bob

That is one stunning pen Bob. Did you repeat cutting the "V" shape on all four sides? I didn't quite get what was taking place for the video. Please excuse me................ I'm old. JimE

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Hello Jim, Yes I did repeat the cut on all four sides. I have had so many questions about that that I'm going to do a video on just making the blank which will go into detail on how I made it. Regards, Bob

Very nice. Where did you get the pen's mechanism?

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

+telosfd Thank you, I purchased it from Penn State Industries, www.pennstateind.com. Regards, Bob

@telosfd

8 жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Bob!

This pen came out looking really, really cool. I think that it is fantastic. Have you considered turning stacked pieces of leather and making a pen out of that? You would probably have to harden them beforehand with some sort of resin. What about some sort of stacked pattern for the aluminum?

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I don't have any leather but I was thinking about slacking other materials. Regards, Bob

@GoingtoHecq

9 жыл бұрын

RJBWoodTurner Do you mean so that the end grain is perpendicular to the pen?

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Sorry Jar Jar, I'm not sure what your asking. Regards, Bob

@GoingtoHecq

9 жыл бұрын

Most of the pen blanks I think have the grain going up and down the pen, in the same direction as the brass tubes (I might be wrong about this). I was asking if you meant you would be stacking them so that the grain of the pieces would be going with the brass tubes.

@RJBWoodTurner

9 жыл бұрын

Oh, I was thinking about alternative materials, possible fabrics, etc. most probably wouldn't have any grain. Regards, Bob

How long total did it take you to create the blank before you turned it?

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Hello Carla, Probably about an hour. Regards, Bob

That was amazing. I just finished watching another celtic knot design video, but they showed the final project. I was dying to know what it looked like before it was turned down to final size and you delivered. Thank you, sir, I can't wait to give this a try.

@RJBWoodTurner

8 жыл бұрын

Your welcome Troy, I'm very happy that you found my video useful. Regards, Bob

Hi Bob first thank you for the podcast Do you remember the measurements between the lines as I’ve tried twice but still don’t work out like yours

@RJBWoodTurner

3 жыл бұрын

The squares were 1/2” wide down the blank. Regards, Bob

@michaeldavenport6262

2 жыл бұрын

@@RJBWoodTurner thank you Bob have a super safe day with your family 👍🏻👍🏻