Contemporary designs and unique materials come together in this expanded book of projects, ideas, and shop talk for turning out fine writing implements. Six projects from the original edition are joined by new pens, more troubleshooting, and new materials geared toward experimenting with new media as well as making the most out of small pieces of stock. An expanded basics section offers new information on tools and adhesives and a section on sharpening will keep the blades of more experienced turners honed. Fine finishes--from snake skin to 24-karat gold--are also explained, as are other embellishments such as laser engraving and plastic inserts. A seller's section with marketing advice and a gallery of inspiring samples make this collection of functional art a valuable addition to the workshop.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Great for Beginners:
I've turned a couple of hundred pens - I would say thi s book is great for the beginner, in getting you up to speed on technique, form, styles, etc. However, if you have turned a few pens and know how to get along with the basics it would be a good idea to skip this book, and try to find a local turning club to increase your skill.
A "Must Have" book for pen turners:
I've been turning now for two years and recently decided to try making some pens. I looked at several pen turning articles online and bought a different book on pen turning. I was able to get a general feel for what to do and managed to make a few nice pens. Then I bought this book by Barry Gross. What an eye-opener! This is the book I wish I had purchased first. It is very well written with an easy-going style that is fun to read. The accompanying pictures are also great and nicely illustrate the points he... more info
Great Woodturning Handbook:
This book is a fantastic way for a novice like me to start out in the trade. It not only outlines the basic equipment I have to have to get going, but also solid beginner fundamentals of what to do, and finally shows various projects to look forward to. This is a definite must-have learning tool.
Review:
Great book for the beginner, would have liked to have more detail on some of the subjects, and about techniques and common mistakes that are made from a beginner to expert skill level. However, that being said this is easy for me to find fault. This is a very good book compared to others that I have read.
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