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Traditional Pen Kit Assembly Instructions

Instructions on how to assemble the Traditional Rollerball and Fountain Pen Kits from Penn State Industries. Shop our full line…

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Bottle Opener Keychain Assembly Instructions

Instructions on how to assemble the Bottle Opener Keychain Kits from Penn State Industries. Shop our Bottle Opener Keychain Kits…

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Pen Assembly/Disassembly Press for Pen Making

Now you can assemble and disassemble your pen parts with one easy to use tool. Acts as a traditional pen…

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Pen Kit Assembly Basics – Pen Turning for Beginners

Here’s a quick introduction to assembling pen kits, the final pen making process . Shop our full range of pen…

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American Pride Pen Kit Assembly Instructions

Instructions on how to assemble the American Pride Pen Kit from Penn State Industries. Shop our full line of American…

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Firefighter “Push & Lock” Pen Kit Assembly Instructions

Instructions on how to assemble the Firefighter “Push & Lock” Pen Kit from Penn State Industries. Shop our full line…

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How to make a Patriotic Pen with the Star Spangled Banner Pen Inlay kit

Learn how to make a Patriotic with this Star Spangled Banner Pen Inlay kit. Learn how to assemble, turn &…

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Pen Blank Drilling Basics – Pen Turning for Beginners

Basics involved in drilling pen blanks – quick introduction to some of the basics behind successful pen blank drilling including:–…

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What’s a Pen Kit? Pen Turning for Beginners

If you’re interested in getting started pen making, then you may be wondering what’s included in a pen kit. In…

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How to Glue Pen Tubes into Pen Blanks – Pen Turning for Beginners

Quick introduction on how to glue your pen tubes into pen blanks including what tools you’ll need, best adhesive choices…

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Tips for Sanding Pens – Pen Turning for Beginners

Here’s a quick introduction to sanding pens including: – What lathe speed to sand at– Recommended sandpaper grit progression– How…

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The Spring Loaded Heavy-Duty Pen Assembly Press

Learn how to easily mount & press your pen parts together with this very handy tool. The spring-loaded assembly rod…

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Make a Postage Stamp Pen using Decoupage and Pen Making Techniques

You’ll learn how to make a custom postage stamp decoupage pen using a variation of traditional pen turning and finishing…

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Crosscutting Barrels
Intermediate | Pen Turning | Short Tips | Tips & Tricks

Crosscutting Barrels

When a micro-thin crosscut is critical When using finely grained woods, getting a perfect grain match between the upper and…

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Avoid the burn, trip slowly
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Avoid the burn, trim slowly

When trimming the ends of a blank with the barrel adhered inside, use minimal pressure and raise and lower the…

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