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Birth of a Pen

Published: 11-10-2011 02:22am

A handmade pen is a work of art and a great gift for that someone special or a treat for yourself. Ever wonder how that pen was made? Well, take a look at the steps involved and you might have a better appreciation for the finished product. It's truely a labor of love. • Cut 3/4" to 5/8" square blanks, to the length of the brass tubes (add 1/16" for squaring off) • Drill an 8mm-centered hole lengthwise through each blank. Spread glue over the tubes. Insert the tubes into the blanks with a twisting motion to spread the glue evenly inside, then center the tubes lengthwise inside the blanks. • ... » Read More

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