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Pen kits....
arcos:
After speaking with a friend yesterday and his interest in receiving a pen turned from a piece of olive wood from his farm I think its time to venture into the pen turning world.
As I have never turned a pen I really don't know where to start. Watched a few vids on YT but I think I am missing a few important items... Drill chuck for making the hole to start with!
Anyway, what would be the best pen kit to start off with?
Also, as I am going to need a few items from the UK (not a chance of finding kits here!) what exactly do I need? Is there a 'starter kit' available for purchase which would include everything or do I just need to get a 'kit list' together?
Bryan Milham:
I don't turn pens so I can't comment on it's usefulness or quality, but I did notice this kit advertised in a magazine freebee catalogue yesterday.
http://www.rutlands.co.uk/workshop-&-power-tool-accessories/woodturning-accessories/pens-&-pencils---starter-kits/DK1342/deluxe-pen-turning-kits
I'm quite sure other forum members will be able point you at other kits available or suppliers though.
arcos:
Thanks dr4g0nfly
Hmm quite a hefty investment! Was hoping to find a 'cheaper' entry into pen turning!
Axminster also do a pen mandrel but again not cheap... (Yes, Mr. Skint here!)
Other options? Anyone got a 2nd hand one for sale? ;)
Alan Fordham:
http://www.turnerstoolbox.com/product_results.asp?product_id=178
Try Turners Tool box. They sorted me out with all that I needed and their services was very good.
Jim:
Where abouts are you based arcos?
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