Pen Turning 101 with Rob Austin
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- Rob Austin takes the viewer through the steps he uses to prepare a pen blank for turning. This involves squaring a blank, cutting it to length, drilling it, and cementing the brass tube. He concludes by turning, finishing, and assembling the pen.
Recorded and presented in HD 8/10/2015
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This is by far the most complete demonstration on pen turning that I’ve seen so far. It’s great when demonstrators show different tools that are available and explain the differences between them. I really like the sled for cutting the blanks on the band saw. I’ll definitely make one of those to use. Thanks to all involved in producing this video.
Thanks! Turned my first pen today and liked it so much I did two more just to keep figuring things out. Now with this I'm ready to go back at it already with more sophisticated finishing techniques. Thanks!
Great video! I followed the steps exactly and have started turning beautiful pens. Thank you!
That's great news! Have fun with it!
This is one video that I watched from beginning to end. Thank you.
Excellent video I like the fact that you showed differrent solutions for each step. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. Man that workshop .. really great :)
Thank you. Just what I needed. I have everything ready to make my very first pen. Just needed someone to show me . Very clear and helpful video. Well done xo
This is a great video Rob! I was fortunate to have you teach me how to turn pens in person, so thanks for that! Well done!
Thank you so much for showing your process. This is definitely the most helpful video out there. Very much appreciated!
I just got my granddaughters making pens. Thank you for a great step by step video. Very helpful & some important tips. We made 7 pens so far this week.
Nice. There has been something so fulfilling about turning in this age of technology.
My uncle did the same thing.
Regretfully it took about 15 years to have gotten back into turning.
But, having a severe genetic bone disease. It’s been wonderful to have found something I can physically do, that has a legitimate pathway to true independence.
Plus, in this age of technology and with the threat of AI taking plenty of positions, there has been a massive resurgence of people wanting hand made things.
Most importantly it’s just fun.
Excellent tutorial!! thanks for the step-by-step,makes it so easy!
Great video Rob! thanks for the Very detailed instructions!!
brilliant step by step guide. thank you for your time in making this and all the info i have gained.
Loved the video ! thanks for the wonderful class!
Getting my lathe for Christmas from my father in law. Great tutorial. Helped me to know exactly what I'm getting into. God bless!
@@bicyclesammi0757 From time to time. I make them as gifts, mostly.
Had pleasure watching the whole video thank you
Thanks for the video. Another beautiful pen.
I have never seen such a detaled and informative video for pen turning. Thank you and Congradulations.
Thank you!
Great informative video, been out of it for a few years and learned a couple of things I know I wasn't doing previously.
That was awesome and thorough. Definitely at least Pen Turning 201 or more!
Thank you for the instructional. Enjoyed the vid
Awesome video and very thorough and precise in your explanations. Was a real joy to watch. thank you.
Thank you! If you make some feel free to post a picture of your work!
Thanks for showing everything start to finish. I hope to get my first lathe soon.
Best tutorial I have seen. I bought a lathe and have ordered my pen blanks and parts. Thank you
Have a good time and let us know how they turned out.
Thank you for the step by step!
New to this. So new my first lathe is still in the box. I appreciate this video.
The reason so many men love turning is because of the quick results. It doesn’t take weeks or even months to finish a project. I always wanted to try it. I did turn one pen in a class at woodcraft.
Give it a shot and let us know how you did!
You make that look so easy and the results are outstanding!!!
Thank you Pastor! I enjoy what I do and I'm happy it shows!
Thanks rob, appreciate your time, rich,from a wet and windy north east uk.
Great educational and well produced tube!
Thanks for this video Rob, very helpful and informative.
I'm happy you liked it. Have you tried turning a pen?
I did a couple pens in my high school shop class (1994). This video was enough to confirm that I want to do them again. I've entered the research phase to figure out the balance between what gear I need and what gear I want.
Nice video very thanks for taking the time.
That’s awesome. Never made pens before but I think I’ll try it. Great video, thanks
Interesting and informative demonstration. I've been turning for five years but never turned a pen. Our woodturning club makes pens for veterans. We're having a "pen turning-athon" in February and will mass produce several hundred from kits on a Saturday. One member will be instructing us with no experience; this is useful information to have some basic knowledge how this is done. Thanks.
Thank you! Can't wait to get started making my own pens!
Great work! You have an absolutely beautiful shop!
Thank you very much. I enjoy it every day!
Thank you, just what I needed a really useful video.
You're welcome! Have you tried turning pens yet?
Nicely done! I'm just getting started, and look forward to viewing your other videos!
+Dave Boyt Nice to hear. I hope you enjoy them!
The best video on pen turning.
Great demonstration / lesson. Thank you!!!
Still love watching this video!
Great video! Thank you for sharing.
very informative, thank you sir.
Rewatched for an extra lesson. Thanks again for the video.
Refreshers are good! I hope I was able to make everything clear for you.
Good video mate, Just started and enjoying it.
Nice job Rob. I picked up some nice tips and learned a few things I hadn't thought of. Thanks. JimE
Thank you great class. Clear teaching skills
Just simply the best thanks very much for details vid.
Second time I've watched this,i really learn a lot from it..Thanks Rob..From the U.K.
I'm happy every time someone enjoys or learns from my video. (Rob)
Why did 136 dislike this video? Dude put a lot of time into making this. And he's got a cool shop.
Great job and thank you very much sir. This is going to be my new hobby.
That's good to hear, I hope you have a great time!
Great video. I did finish some pens with the described process and it is very beautiful
I'm very happy to hear it. Thank you!
This evening I'll start my very first pen :-) thanks for the great explanation sir !
Thank you for a very informative video great detail I feel i can go and make every thing you showed
Nice to hear! Give it a try then let us know how you did!
Excellent, should start this hobby, add it to my 3D printing & laser engraving. Awesome , thanks
I really appreciate your help 🙏 thank you very much...
Thank you for this great video
O my great job I am getting ready to retire, but I am a tink tink add one more thing to keep me off of jobs. Yes thank sir. You are a true teacher!!
Very interesting thank you for sharing and teaching us.
Your videos are very educational and informative.. Thanks
Thank you! It's great to hear your comments
Thank you for your excellent video!
You're welcome, I enjoyed making it.
I’m putting together my shop in the spring and this will be my tutorial on pen turning
Thank you! Great tutorial.
very nice and detailed video.
Thank you!! Great information and detail
Thank you!
I was wondering where you obtained the mandrel that screws into the headstock.
Thanks
Your finish method is so good for wood pens, I wonder what you do to finish acrylic?
Amazing video and a great frame work for anyone getting into pen turn. What speed are you going up to when sanding? I've always been told to keep under 250 (I have the same lathe you are using). Thanks again!
Buddy I wish everyday my shop looked like yours Real nice job on the pens Never made one yet soon
Thank you, I love my shop. I call it my "Daycare for adults". It's more than just a place for woodwork it a social place for fellow woodworkers.
Well done Rob!
outstanding just what I was looking for I'm thinking about getting a lathe for Christmas
Good for you! Let us know how it turns out
Very helpful video - what sanding sealer and friction polish to you use
Very informative, thanks!
Great starter video. I was wondering if you could tell me what brand of sanding sealer and friction polish you use.
I like your clean shop. wow
Great video! Can you compare the finishing steps you use for wood vs acrylic?
Thanks for the lesson!
Thank you for the good instruction!
I have now turned about 100 pens since watching this video. Gave about 50 away for Christmas last year. Thanks again!
I absolutely love your videos and your finished products. I had one question, can you tell the brand of friction polish and sanding sealer that you use???
Thanks!!!!!
Mylands for both. I normally buy it at WoodCraft. Another good brand is Penn State. I buy small bottles that I use and refill. Then I keep the big containers in a cool closet. If you use it from the big containers the air dries them out in a short time.
Your advice on the glove protection with epoxy was very good. Should you get epoxy on your hands, you can use vinegar or diluted acetic acid while the epoxy is still uncured for many epoxies. You should immediately wash thoroughly with soap and water after using the vinegar to remove residue.
Thanks, I love turning pens, I am also uploading a free pen turning video series.
Nice video, Rob. One day I will start to make some pens. But I want do make fountain pens.
By now I'm learning from skilled craftmen like you, Rob. ;)
Greatings from Antofagasta, Chile (forgive my bad english, please)
Your English looks great to be! Most pen kits for fountain pens are made the same way.
Thank you for the lesionado!
I’d like to make those pens. Can you give me instructions of how to make a Celtic knot blank so I can make a Celtic knot pen
What type of sanding sealer and friction polish do you use?
Hi sr thanks for the vid , i want to do a 50. Cal pen , how can i buy the pen kit? I got the 50 cal. casing and i see you vid but i do not have the blueprint neather. By the way thanks for the video was great to learn.
I did just get the Wood River DV2 Drill Vise. This is one that can be used with a hand held drill. It's not too bad so far. Someone needed my Drill press vise more than I did apparently. I haven't tried a precise center drill yet. Here's to hoping.
With a drill chuck or collet in the tail stock of the lathe, you don't need a drill press nor a drill vise. Nor a pen mandrel, as you can then drill the hole after mounting the blank in the lathe - it's being held in perfect centered position for the hole.
Use an auger bit instead of a brad point, because you can't jig much with the tail stock screw.
Art Heen that's what I had to go with. The DV2 did not have the precision I was looking for. I do it all on lathe now and much happier doing so! Thank you!
I’d really like to make a pen. I’ve got a bunch of fancy cut offs that would work great. My question is what do I need to get started. I have a one way talon chuck and a live center. I just never looked into this till your video.
A pen mandrel is almost mandatory. Their not vey expensive and it make the process much easier.
Thank you so much for this. Do you mind sharing the epoxy you used for the pens?
Interesting to see you don't use a CA finish like so many other penturners. So is the friction polish the primary protectant? How does it hold up over time with daily pen use?
So much knowledge here
This was amazingly helpful. Thank you. I wish we were neighbors. How many times do you reuse the sand paper and micro mesh?
I fold the sandpaper into sections. That way I can use one section at a time. I have been frugal with the Micro Mesh so after it gets clogged up I I put it in a bowl with soap and water. I brush it with brush used for dishes then rinse in warm water. I lay the pieces out on a paper towel and let them dry over night. Next day they are close to being like new. I have some that are over 5 years old.
Anyone have any ideas on how to remove a pen mandrel saver that is stuck on the mandrel?
Rob where do you find (buy) all the different pen kits.
Never knew you could use a handheld drill to flush the wood before, thx!
Hello .. really nice information.
I want to buy lathe .. which one I should buy ? I need it small for home projects.
Let me know please.
A thin wax plug, or potato if you're frugal, works very well at keeping any glue from entering the brass tube when gluing it into the drilled blank. When I have a special piece of wood that I want to look the same after years of use I apply a thin layer of CA glue and polish it to a super gloss that seals the wood from skin oils and discoloration.
That makes a nice extra layer of protection. I don't care for the very shinny finish of the CA glue. It give some wood a plastic.
@@gwinnettwoodworkers I agree and only hold waxed wood personally but the CA application allows the pen to be polished back to its original gloss luster for the life of the pen. Nice work.
do I have to use the bushings to put the pen together?
I have a 6 pound block of 95% black ebony that is 8 1/2" by 8 1/2" buy 2 1/2" thick. Would it be a waste to use it all to make pens.
thanks for the demo. i currently do not have a lathe and not sure i want to make pens if i did. Was nice nice to see/learn how it could be done nonetheless
What was that metal part called. The one to help find the center of the blanks.