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Here's another one that plopped out of the shop. Black lip mother of pearl inlays in solid sterling silver - even in the clip. Called the "Chicane" because the curvy inlays remind me of race track curves. EDM and pantograph methodology. I've gone through how I do this before but if anyone has questions, just shout.

 

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Rich

 

 

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Very nicely done in all details! I especially like your clip (certainly not overlooking the fine inlays) because it is a fine answer to one of the things that is a consistent problem in obtaining high quality pen parts: the availability issue. The 18K nib is a beauty too; is it custom as well? Thank you for your inspiring pen.

 

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... The 18K nib is a beauty too; is it custom as well? ...

 

 

Thank you all for your comments!

 

The nib is custom made by Bock. I drew up the design for the stamping and negotiated with them for a couple weeks about how difficult, or not, is was to mask out the logo and leave it gold. I had to make a few adjustments to the design to satisfy their "galvanizer." Nevertheless, it was a fun process and I was thrilled with the result.

 

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Rich

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Wow, that is one spectacular pen. I can't imagine how much trouble you had getting the curved channels cut for the inlays.

Ruth Morrisson aka inkstainedruth

"It's very nice, but frankly, when I signed that list for a P-51, what I had in mind was a fountain pen."

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That's a sick pen......

 

I wonder how easy it will be to get scratched/dented, but as is, it looks WONDERFUL.

 

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That's a sick pen......

 

I wonder how easy it will be to get scratched/dented, but as is, it looks WONDERFUL.

 

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It's easy to keep it looking good. Take care of it, don't drop it, and keep sand out of your pocket. :) :)

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"I've gone through how I do this before but if anyone has questions, just shout."

 

 

I just want to shout "BEAUTIFUL"

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