What pen kit(s) after slimlines?

Hi,
Just finishing up my first pens--a starter kit from PSI with 20 pen & pencil sets. These blanks were pre-drilled & pre-cut. Most of them turned out well. I have to learn/practice more sharpening.

What should I try next ? There are so many choices! I'd like a little bigger pen. I have a lot of stuff now --drill press, pen vise, pen press, etc .(This sure is a pricey hobby.) I'd like to stick with pens for now, but go to the next step. Any good suggestions for vendors?
ernie

 

Try Ernie at www.BearToothWoods.com for supplies. Also check out penturners.org for advice.

My advice is to try a Sierra/Wallstreet style pen. You typically get two out of each blank, and while the pen kit is more expensive than your traditional slim pen, they're easy to assemble and they're a bit thicker than your slim pens.

You might also consider something with a cap, but try to avoid kits that require you to turn a tennon on the cap. You'll find it difficult to get the diameter just right when you first start out.

 

I'll 2nd the Wall St. it's a very nice pen and easy.Here are some other links for ya http://penmakingsupplies.com/ . http://www.rrpwhite.com/acryliwood.htm

 

Ditto on Ernie at Bear Tooth Woods, he is the best at customer service. Ernie will sometimes let you mix and match kits for the qty discount, If you want something a little more challenging try the Cigar Pen.

 

I really like the Tool Box Pencils.... in fact I can't find mine right now and I miss it!

TL

 

My suggestion is pick one, they are all good.

 

Ernie, you are obviously hooked. I suggest checking out the IAP site. Lot's of information in the library and forum.

As for vendors, Craft Supplies is a good one too.

-Tony

 

I would also suggest the seirra/wallstreet style pen. I also like to cigar pens. Both are easy to turn and assemble. You might want to try and http://www.arizonasilhouette.com/ I can not say enough good things about Arizona Silhouette. Best products, customer service, and prices I have found.