Every time I come back to watch I always find something new. Thanks
@RJBWoodTurner2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Pieter.
@daandutoit97057 ай бұрын
Very well done, especially with limited tools required for such a complex job!😊
@RJBWoodTurner7 ай бұрын
Thank you. Regards, Bob
@marcberrenson5703 жыл бұрын
Marvelous work. So many videos make it look like the turner did everything correctly the first time around. It's depressing for novice pen turners, like myself. Watching your videos, mistakes and all, with your excellent commentary, has shown me that even the "experts" have the same sort of issues as the novice. I've had to "save" a few blanks by changing the style of the pen, and I've learned a good deal resurrecting a "failed" blank into a useable pen. Thanks for your honest approach, and for letting us share in your thought process.
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you Marc, I appreciate your comment. Regards, Bob
@jonmullins84603 жыл бұрын
Last night I started a kitless fountain pen using purple dyed stabilized birdseye maple. Your method of using thin CA on the threaded areas saved my hide for sure. The first tenon threads didn't start straight, so I ended up building up the tenon with a few coats of thin and medium CS (like you would with a laser inlay blank). Then I used my square carbide tool to trim it back to size and recut the threads. They're definitely solid now. This one is a practice pen in preparation for a stabilized buckeye burl kitless pen.
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
Great work on the save and the pen. You certainly got some good practice and I can’t wait to see what you make going forward.
@haroldbartley59706 жыл бұрын
Beautiful pen! Always nice to see the different ideas people have when they don't have the exact tool they need for a project. Good job!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Harold. Regards, Bob
@jonmath14 жыл бұрын
Stunning pen. Tapping aluminum will not dull your tool, it actually fills microscopic pores in the steel making the tool sharper.
@RJBWoodTurner4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the info on taps and Aluminum. I didn’t know that but I’m glad I now do. Regards, Bob
@eddiestipe20096 жыл бұрын
Congratulations, the pen looks great! Thank you for showing the small little details on how you solved the problems.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Eddie. Regards, Bob
@MrVillafum6 жыл бұрын
Once again your patience compliments your skills. Great job R...!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mike. Regards, Bob
@garyderuiter8596 жыл бұрын
Some crafts take a lot of figuring out that’s what I love about working with wood and wood is more forgiving then other things. Really enjoyed the video thanks for sharing
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gary. Regards, Bob
@cheryldoty83005 жыл бұрын
I am loving all these instructional type videos. I bought my bother a lathe as he was really getting into work turning and then he gave me the leads for the videos he watches. My passion is pens, drip tips, pencils, and little do-dads type things. So last week he bought me a pen making kit with everything I need to turn 3 pens - I am super excited to find the time to start a new adventure Any suggestions as far as best tools and such would be appreciated. God Bless!
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Hello Cheryl, My suggestion would be carbide tools as they don’t require sharpening. When the cutter is dull you replace it. They are also easier to use for a beginner because you don’t have to worry about riding the bevel. Regards, Bob
@alanmullock3816 жыл бұрын
Beautiful Bob,just starting out making pens and your channel is my reference guide👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Alan, That is a huge complement. Regards, Bob
@ericmilligan36 жыл бұрын
Once again Bob you overcame some issues and produced a beautiful pen. Well done sir. 😍😍👍👍
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Eric. Regards, Bob
@sycamorepencompany16636 жыл бұрын
Beautiful pen Bob. I like how you show your mistakes and how you fix them. ~Scott
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Scott, It I didn’t show the mistakes I wouldn’t have any footage, LOL. Regards, Bob
@jwmcneelyIII2 жыл бұрын
This was fantastic, it's something I'm wanting to try.
@RJBWoodTurner2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Jim. Regards, Bob
@curtisbrock48686 жыл бұрын
Again, another save by RJBWoodturner....nice pen...love Olive Wood...great job Bob!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Curtis, Regards, Bob
@spencerbrown25946 жыл бұрын
Your best looking pen for me Bob since I love turning olive wood and love the smell when turning it! Great job!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Spencer. It’s one of my favorites too. Regards, Bob
@robertevans64816 жыл бұрын
O.W is a very Beuitful wood love the grain in it. Have a great weekend and a great time Saturday with the club guys...
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Robert. Regards, Bob
@anthonymaida57186 жыл бұрын
Very nice Bob always enjoy your video,s
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Anthony. Regards, Bob
@garybaker53325 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful pen. I’ve been watching your pen making for a little while now and have enjoyed start to finish of each of them. This one really stood out for me. Beautiful job
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Gary, Regards, Bob
@paulurbaniak22426 жыл бұрын
Wow, that turned out great! I honestly didn't think that this would work... But I'm glad it did! Greetings from germany Paul
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Paul, The only issue I see is the threads are super fine at .8. I Purchased some new taps and dies with a 1.0 pitch. I’m sure that will help. Regards, Bob
@paulurbaniak22426 жыл бұрын
RJBWoodTurner Looking forward to see you see you turn another wooden Bespoke pen! Keep up your great work.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Paul. Regards, Bob
@christopherblakeley6 жыл бұрын
Dang!! Olive Wood is beautiful. Fantastic job! And as always, thanks for another excellent tutorial.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Christopher. Regards, Bob
@mitsukowalker58315 жыл бұрын
Good video! Enjoyed totally and the wood is soooo very super! I also like your "non-kit" pens a lot!!! You do inspire an old guy. I might add; in my 49 years of lathe-work and tap and die stuff...all my taps and dies were made of a good steel. I never worried if aluminum or brass, etc…. might harm them... Just a thought and a little tease...…...
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mitsuko. Regards, Bob
@BuiltbyBill16 жыл бұрын
Bob, you and Lynn are giving me idea. Had it in mind for some time now to make a kit-less pen out of wood. Great video, keep up the good work.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I hope you go for it. Regards, Bob
@synergyjohnwv6 жыл бұрын
nice Job as always sir.... got to love that olive wood ... i have yet to see anything made with that stuff that i don't love Keep it up Bob
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you John, It’s one of my favorites. Regards, Bob
@owenclark72106 жыл бұрын
Fantastic job Bob. Looks really good. Your videos on bespoke pens has sparked my interest in trying this myself. Not going to be right away, as I'm still busy preparing for my first 'craft' show in May, but when I do get one done, I'll let you know how it goes.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Owen. Please send some photos when you get going. Regards, Bob
@davidlange7696 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob - Greetings from Nebraska! - Wow, that is a fantastic pen. Olive is one of my favorite turning woods!! (I almost panicked myself at 9:20 in when you put CA glue on with your thread protecting collar still screwed on - good save!!!) A very interesting video as always - Thanks for inviting us into your shop, Dave.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dave, This was a fun one because I was just goofing around. OW is one of my favorites too. Regards, Bob
@ExplorerOffgrid6 жыл бұрын
awesome; was thinking of the possibilities of using wood. my taps/dies are "out for delivery", looks like this weekend I may get the chance to play around some! Cheers!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
The only issue is my threads were really fine. I ordered some coarser thread taps and dies. The tighter the grain the better the threads will take. I also plan to retry with stabilized wood. Regards, Bob
@christopherchristmas23246 жыл бұрын
Great Job Bob
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Christopher. Regards, Bob
@glenmckelvey59526 жыл бұрын
Well made and explained video . Beautiful pen . Great job take care .
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Glen. Regards, Bob
@nigelfrance34816 жыл бұрын
Wow that's a very nice pen Bob
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Nigel. Regards, Bob
@mikeuk19546 жыл бұрын
Another very informative video Bob. Thanks for sharing.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mike. Regards, Bob
@JamesGarwood6 жыл бұрын
Awesome pen Bob, I'm going to have to have a go at this one day, I don't know where to get the bits for a kitless fountain pen but a roller ball looks great! Keep up the good work!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you James. Regards, Bob
@flyinthecoast26074 жыл бұрын
Beautiful pen.
@RJBWoodTurner4 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Regards Bob
@Blueboy90556 жыл бұрын
That pen is extremely nice Bob!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Regards, Bob
@LynnLaceyLLWW6 жыл бұрын
Great job Bob - we need to research what woods serve as potential candidates for this process. Olive wood apparently, desert iron wood possibly, I'm gonna try some Texas Mesquite, others? Your next challenge is to make it postable where the cap can post to the back of the body while writing and then adding a clip. Thanks again
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Lynn, Next up for me is clips. LOL. Regards, Bob
@jacknemo80216 жыл бұрын
Osage Orange sometimes called Bodark, would be spectacular.
@gavinwilson14942 жыл бұрын
Just found this! Brilliant!
@RJBWoodTurner2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Regards, Bob
@ianboard544 Жыл бұрын
I've thought about doing this. I have Olive trees in the yard (So Cal) and save the wood whenever they get pruned. I've wanted to do custom razor scales and pen bodies.
@RJBWoodTurner Жыл бұрын
I’d say go for it, especially since you have the supply of wood available. Be sure to dry the Olive Wood before turning it, otherwise it will split. Regards, Bob
@tannertucker224 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the videos. I have discovered that allowing 4 mm difference between the internal and external threads makes for a stronger tenon. For example, 13mm male threads and 9mm female or 14mm and 10mm.
@RJBWoodTurner4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Tanner. Regards, Bob
@weswoods48146 жыл бұрын
Awesome work as always Bob!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Wes. Regards, Bob
@georgebrill30726 жыл бұрын
Nice job as usual.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you George. Regards, Bob
@Zalereth6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful!!!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Regards, Bob
@edwardchapman19146 жыл бұрын
nice turning, I wonder if a good sharp skew mightent have less drag on those threads. sweet looking pen sir.. thanks for the video.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Edward, I always forget to use the skew. One of these days I’ll do a video from start to finish with only a skew. Regards, Bob
@avramw5 жыл бұрын
Did you make that section or did you buy it somewhere? If so, where did you get it from? I want to try my hand in kitless pens but don't want to make sections just yet. Great video, btw!
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Ron, I made that section, I don’t know where you would be able to purchase one, I’ve never seen them for sale. Regards, Bob
@liondirk6 жыл бұрын
Wonderful job as always Bob, have you considered using a stabilized piece of wood since that would be similar to using a resin piece?
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Dirk, I have a stabilized blank in the works for a future collaboration with another KZbinr. Regards, Bob
@md.moinulislam94673 жыл бұрын
MASHAALLAH khub valo video.......
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@Lostfriar16 жыл бұрын
I watched a video by Mike Peace on threading wood. He was using stabilized wood for the threading. Maybe someone near you can stabilize wood blanks for you. Enjoyed the video Bob.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Tarry, I set up a colab with another KZbinr this morning. There stabilizing and I’m turning. Stay tuned. Regards, Bob
@rogerlydgate99036 жыл бұрын
Hi Bob, Nice job, as you said pity you couldn’t match up the grains, maybe next time. Also had you thought about using a thread chasing tool for internal and external threads rather than a tap and die?
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, I’d like to try one some time. I’ve seen them used but they make some pretty coarse threads. Great for boxes. I ordered some taps and dies with a deeper pitch thread. We’ll try this again. Regards, Bob
@steveoverton17366 жыл бұрын
Instead of a mandrel, I wonder if a steady-rest would be another choice to hold the body. I know they are used in turning longer projects like table legs and such. I have made several slimline pens where I left out the middle ring - the top and bottom just butt together. I put a tiny chamfer on the mating edges so I didn't have a sharp edge to feel when I held the pen. Just a thought. Otherwise, may your creativity continue :>) This is really cool.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
That is an interesting idea Steve. I need to think on that one. Regards, Bob
@droid-xy7xf2 жыл бұрын
Was there a lot of used of this pen over the years did the threads end up holding up?
@RJBWoodTurner2 жыл бұрын
This pen became a show piece and has not had daily use. It is still in great shape. Regards, Bob
@IEnjoyCreatingVideos6 жыл бұрын
Beautiful looking pen Bob! Thanks for sharing video with us.😎👍JP
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you, it was a blast to make. Regards, Bob
@IEnjoyCreatingVideos6 жыл бұрын
😎
@daveroush30085 жыл бұрын
What holds the Parker refill in the "nib", it looked like the refill had a spring effect when you pressed on the tip.
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
If it’s measured properly, you shouldn’t need a spring. Lots of guys like springs though and allot for them in their pens. Regards, Bob
@geordiemik726 жыл бұрын
In order to avoid splitting the blank, would it help to use a couple of zip ties or even one of those hose clamps used on the water lines on your car engine to give a bit of support to the blank where you used the blue tape?
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
My only concern would be it may make the blank off balance. However it would be worth a try. Let me know how it works out. Regards, Bob
@geraldlipchik80346 жыл бұрын
That turned out to be a great looking pen. /What does bespoke mean?/ thanks.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
It’s a generic term for Home made. Regards, Bob
@OleGramps536 жыл бұрын
Bob did you think about putting in the acrylic inserts in the body and cap like you did for the repair you did on the broken bespoke pen?
@turnersparadise83686 жыл бұрын
Like Lynn Lacey's last video?
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Great video.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Truthfully, I didn’t until I watched Lynn Lacey’s video yesterday. Now I have something else to try for you guys. Regards, Bob
@kwstasantwniou2436 жыл бұрын
Great job again, beautiful finish,but I am worried about threads on wood
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
I have ordered taps and dies with coarser threads. These are doing fine with the C/A but they are to fine. Regards, Bob
@slhasebroock6 жыл бұрын
Wow that's great! Sorry if I missed, but was the Olive Wood stabilized. That might help along with the CA you did. Great pen! I have some Olive Wood, but going to make some pens the more traditional way! :-) I know no guts no glory!
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Hello Steve, That OW was not stabilized. I have dorm stabilized wood coming for a redo. Regards, Bob
@dwightl58636 жыл бұрын
Steve: I just finished two olive wood pens "the traditional way" and they turned out fantastic. If you are not familiar with olive wood, what looks like spalding is actual grain. My go to wood to make an impressive pen. Regards, Dwight
@slhasebroock6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Dwight! I grain is really cool!
@slhasebroock6 жыл бұрын
What is dorm stabilized wood?
@MrSDNeo4 жыл бұрын
Awesome.
@RJBWoodTurner4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Steve. Regards, Bob
@jordanlmartell5 жыл бұрын
Great video! Beautiful pen. How did the pen hold up over time? You posted this about a year ago, so I am curious if wear and tear affected the pen (since it’s wood and not alumilite).
@jordanlmartell5 жыл бұрын
Also, would wood hardener on the blank help it hold its threads? Thank you!
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
It’s held up well, I still have it. It’s not my daily so it doesn’t get a great deal of use. Regards, Bob
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
I’d recommend something like African Blackwood. It’s holds threads the best. Most woods, the grain makes threads weak. Even hardener doesn’t help. Regards, Bob
@jordanlmartell5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I really appreciate that you share your wisdom and insights so generously!
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
It’s all about helping others get into and learn about this hobby. Regards, Bob
@daveroush30085 жыл бұрын
Is there a equivalency chart for the tap & dye sizes to the pen parts?
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Not that I’m aware of. That would be a great help. Regards, Bob
@071453Baxter5 жыл бұрын
That is a beautiful turning Sir, Might I ask where you are Geographically
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Hello John, Southern Indiana. Regards, Bob
@BrokenToySoldier2 жыл бұрын
I am late to this party but, where did you get the parker style nib?
@RJBWoodTurner2 жыл бұрын
Here are a couple videos I made on the Bespok Parker Refill: Making A Bespoke Section For A Parker Refill kzbin.info/www/bejne/fqu4eH6QbdWKfJY Latest Design Of a Bespoke Section That Uses A Parker Refill kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWPSnJ57pJl-eKs Regards, Bob
@BrokenToySoldier2 жыл бұрын
@@RJBWoodTurner thank you for the informative content. I do not have all the tools for success yet, but I am very interested and will begin to acquire them for the future.
@RJBWoodTurner2 жыл бұрын
@@BrokenToySoldier Pen turning is a great hobby. I hope you really enjoy. Regards, Bob
@thedreadpirateroberts34356 жыл бұрын
If you used stabilized wood would the blank have held up better? ie treated with cactus juice in a vacuum
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
I believe it would. I have some stabilized wood coming for a re do. Regards, Bob
@jonmullins84603 жыл бұрын
Unintentional tip at 2:58 painter's tape to keep the CA off of your finger. That's brilliant!
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
I’m glad you found something useful in my video. 😀 Regards, Bob
@jonmullins84603 жыл бұрын
Lots of useful information in your videos. This was just a bonus. 😁
@jonmullins84603 жыл бұрын
Lots of useful information in your videos. This was just a bonus. 😁
@jonmullins84603 жыл бұрын
Lots of useful information in your videos. This was just a bonus. 😁
@jonmullins84603 жыл бұрын
Lots of useful information in your videos. This was just a bonus. 😁
@chartle16 жыл бұрын
As you started to thread it, was thinking "He should put some CA on there" :)
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
LOL, I put C/A on everything, Wood, threads, eggs and bacon. It’s universal. LOL. Regards, Bob
@chartle16 жыл бұрын
Everytime I have threaded wood I always use lots of CA. One thought would be when your threads didn't work you could have added a few coats of medium CA and pretty much just have CA threads. Also not sure if you addressed this, I'm watching at work, but a dense wood or alumilite band on the cap would have really made it pop and added a bit of extra strength to the threads. In fact you could have done the Patch you did last time and had non wood threads.
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Cliff, I’ll try the insert on the next one. I was really experimenting and didn’t expect the pen to come out at all. I was surprised. Regards, Bob
@henrysscrollsawworks63672 жыл бұрын
can you use a drill press to do the inside threads???????
@RJBWoodTurner2 жыл бұрын
I’ve never tried that so All I can say is gather some scraps and try it a few times. If it works, I would love to hear about your experience threading on a drill press. Regards, Bob
@henrysscrollsawworks63672 жыл бұрын
@@RJBWoodTurner thank you ,,ive tried with metal project ant it worked for the tapping but i dont know about running the threads but thank you you have been so inspiring
@guitarchitectural3 жыл бұрын
So how has this pen held up - did it ever crack?
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
Hello, No, it did not crack. I still have it and used it as my daily for maybe 2 months. Now it’s in a pen case just for a discussion starter. Regards, Bob
@guitarchitectural3 жыл бұрын
@@RJBWoodTurner awesome, thanks for the update! Did you end up going deep down the kitless rabbit hole? I'm thinking of getting some closed end mandrels just to get my toes wet!
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
I’m trying but just not having the time.
@woodygreg5 жыл бұрын
very nice job :-)
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Woody. Regards, Bob
@kenbaugh37275 жыл бұрын
It has been a little over a year, how has it held up?
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
I used it for a while and have swapped to another pen. It still looks great, I just like variety. Regards, Bob
@AliAlSawad5 жыл бұрын
Great job, but what about the pen clip?
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Learning to make clips is next on my bespoke adventure. Regards, Bob
@flyinthecoast26074 жыл бұрын
Make a video on how you make the mandrels
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
😃
@mikew95375 жыл бұрын
Instead of turning the square of the blank perhaps cut the corners on a bandsaw or sanding wheel. That way there's not as much of a catch when you start turning.
@RJBWoodTurner5 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mike. Regards, Bob
@gabrielesh79165 жыл бұрын
I live the pen, but I think my favorite part was an editing choice. "And again, I wanna go really slow." *speeds up the recording.*
@RJBWoodTurner3 жыл бұрын
😃
@IBDaddyO6 жыл бұрын
I have a piece of African Blackwood for ya Bob if you need it. Mark
@RJBWoodTurner6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Mark, AB is amazing to turn. I’ll use it for sure. Regards, Bob
@IBDaddyO6 жыл бұрын
RJBWoodTurner Bob can you shoot me an email address. I won’t be up in Georgia this year as planned.