Segmented Madrone Burl and Resin Pen

[@johnpbh]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video and thank you for showing how easy it is.

[@ZacHiggins]

That's awesome! I'm glad you enjoyed it. It is really simple, and I had to try it out after seeing Chad's video

[@stevecorry2118]

OK, I found Chad this morning and he does make it look simple (?) Thanks for passing it on.

[@markfishburn8284]

Very nice and looks easier to do. Thank you for sharing.

[@ZacHiggins]

It's super simple to do, so glad Chad shared this method in his video. I couldn't help but try it out =D

[@cedaroakfarm8596]

Another great idea to create still more unique items. Thanks for sharing the idea and showing the technique Doc. Craig

[@ZacHiggins]

Just another tool to stick in your tool bag of tricks =D

[@PohlBarnProductions]

Nice looking pen Zac. I picked and Awesome color for that, the segmenting looks really easy to do.

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Doug!! You sure did the red really pops!! Yeah, that segmenting method is super simple, so easy even I can do it ;)

[@johnmarylouisedannels1646]

That's a beautiful pen! Your video inspired me to go out to the shop and give it a shot. I made a blank out of walnut with a yellow heart segment between two black and white laminated in-lays. I put the segment on a 45° angle. I like the result. Thanks again for the video!

[@KennettBTurned]

Nice work Zac! Watched Chads video a couple weeks ago and it peaked my interest as well. Looks super easy and fun! That one definitely should be in your collection! Thanks for sharing your build!

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Mert! Yeah, Chad did a fabulous job on his video, I had to give it a shot! Can't wait to see what you make when you try it =D

[@Gman4633]

Great effect had never thought of using laminated plastic in a pen. Will have to try as have a few bits kicking around with no obvious use for them. Thanks for sharing👍🏽

[@ZacHiggins]

My pleasure! I'm glad Chad made his video, he made the technique look so simple with really impressive results. I had to give it a shot =D

[@stevecorry2118]

Beautiful work, beautiful pen. First time on site, so what was the white mtl. you used first. Also, I don't know who Chad is or where his site may be.

[@ellishansen8115]

Thanks Zac. I enjoyed this video! Very nice results.

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks for checking it out, glad you enjoyed it Ellis =D

[@mikemd917]

Great job Zac! Beautiful pen!

[@valborchardt3596]

Oh my Zac, what a lovely pen. Beautiful piece of wood. You keep it, its too lovely to give away. Thought you werent going to talk to us for a minute.....please take care and as always be safe

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Val! I figured I'd give everyone a break from my babbling for most of it, gotta mix it up now and then =D

[@valborchardt3596]

Zac Higgins 😂😂😂

[@michaelhewett5195]

Thanks Zac, definitely going to do this!

[@ZacHiggins]

It's so easy, but it sure does look pretty good =D

[@michaelhewett5195]

Zac Higgins just ordered a couple sheets of the aluminum stuff! Can’t wait!

[@brentgamangasso2182]

Beautiful pen.

[@ZacHiggins]

Thank you Brent =D

[@TheBeardx16]

Wow ! Thats really shiney man i like it .

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Brother!! Yeah, Got that CA finish poppin!!

[@CrossCutCreations]

That pen looks insane! Great work, Zac!

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks for checking it out =D

[@simonrourke9817]

Great looking pen. 👍

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Simon!

[@carolcrump32]

That's a beautiful pen!

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Carol =D

[@donaldtrabeaux5235]

Absolutely gorgeous

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Donald!

[@jameslucas7073]

Where did you buy the pen kit from ,great job

[@ricksuray]

Thanks for the video. It inspired me. Worked great and I’m definitely keeping mine :)

[@TriKnotWoodworks]

absolutely gorgeous

[@beedee3217]

Cool looking pen Zac. Going to have to try one of those Athens pen kits. Like the technique.

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks!! Yeah, I'm digging those Athens kits. I had never turned one, really sharp looking kit!

[@beedee3217]

@@ZacHiggins See you are still using the abranet with zona paper. I switched to this recently after watching your video and it makes a difference. I always struggle with fine scratches after I think its good then put the magnifying glass on it. That technique helped a lot. Thanks again.

[@damasydia]

Beautiful pen

[@JensWoodworkingThings]

I'm still loving how the madrone blank turned out with the resin in its cracks. Gotta get my hands on one with purple instead of red.

[@ZacHiggins]

Oh yeah, purple would be awesome!!

[@davidjohnson1214]

Looks great!

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks David =D

[@eddieagha5851]

Great video as always Zac! And the pen turned out beautiful. I just bought some segmenting material from Turners Warehouse (both sizes). What made you decide to use the bandsaw to cut it? Too much tear out with a table saw? Thanks!

[@ZacHiggins]

I'm not sure, I just had the bandsaw set up with the little crosscut sled and went for it. You could use a table saw just as easily. I also have a SawStop, so I tend to cut metal things with the bandsaw rather than having to turn the brake off on the SS

[@eddieagha5851]

@@ZacHiggins thanks. That makes sense. Especially the Sawstop part.

[@tedspens]

The pen looks fantastic! Definitely a keeper. 😎👍

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Ted!

[@The78bluedevils]

Top quality pens

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Tony =D

[@latherookie]

Very nice!

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Brother!!

[@davep6439]

How did you remove the bushing after the ca finish? Didnt the bushings stick to the blank?

[@ZacHiggins]

No, I don't run into that problem since I just put thin coats on

[@tonysmith3143]

Beautiful

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Tony!

[@phillipchristy2801]

I like it nice job

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Phillip!!

[@martineastburn3679]

Caution on the engraving blanks - white-black-white plastic - it might have 1 or 2 peal off clear sheets on the outside to protect the surface. I have an engraver and a lot of material of all sorts of colors. It is an old style manual. Good luck and nice.

[@ZacHiggins]

Great tip!

[@marygoodman2540]

Beautiful!!👏💞👏

[@ZacHiggins]

Thanks Mary =D

[@Paolo27688]

È bellissima ❤

[@erwinwizzy]

Beautifully finished! How much would this pen sell for?

[@doswellpierce2068]

Where can I get a madrone burl blank?

[@wyattross5544]

What kit is that?

[@MisterExclusiv]

Why do you hold the carbide tool at an angle in the video?

[@seanobrien7169]

lol, it's almost freaky to see something as small as a pen blank on your lathe. :-P

[@ZacHiggins]

LOL I know, I actually thought I might still use the Comet still after I bought the Laguna, but the first pen I turned on the Laguna changed that. it's so rock solid, I have no desire to turn on any other lathe at this point :)