Pen Turning | How To - 311

Thank you to Rockler for supporting this video. Items used in the video:

Everything in my shop:

[davidmuckle]

The most relaxing way to do turning is to make pens of any description. The time flies by and it encourages people to start writing again instead of using electronic mail.

[rickcimino]

I've watched a ton of these videos online and this is the most clear explanation of the process. Thanks Jay.

[jakewitte]

This is the new standard for pen making videos. Great job!!

[itzmeagain]

I can’t thank you enough! After watching your video I ordered the kit - 3 months ago! I then watched your video six more times and finally turned my first slimline today. I started woodworking just over 2 years ago and this is the first thing I made which went right from start to finish - all thanks to your video. Again, thank you for all the details.
All the best to you and your family for Christmas and the New year.

[mikes]

Thanks for the detailed description of the tools and components. This video made it a lot easier to understand. Getting small lathe is on my list. Based on your explanation this seems a good way to learn techniques.

[michaeldequatro]

I know I'm about 4 years too late, but it was a great video. Probably the best I've seen yet. I bought the same exact kit and I can't wait to make one.

[CMDR_EliziumRA]

I know there are a lot of pen turning videos out there, but I think you did such a good job Jay. Really clearly explained and some great pointers. Glad you made the video!

[schlotdoglaser]

I have this exact kit. Now I feel way more confident that I can do this. Thanks for the great video

[timfoster]

Rockler have thought of everything in that kit and the press! Love Olive Wood and the smell of it! Lovely work Jay as usual and I for one like being shown new or relevent gear!

[felixreali]

wow. I know for a fact that I will never ever do any sort of lathe turning but omg, it is so nice to watch others do this (by others I also mean more experienced and skilled people). I could watch this all day lol

[jonwills]

Thank you for actually showing what is needed. Bubinga is fun to say! 🤣👊🏻

[daveweber]

Yup! Still on my to-do list! Thanks for the re-inspiration.
Very well inscribed process. Less intimidating than before...

[VampireOnline]

I haven't used my lathe at all this year and the last thing I turned was a paper towel bar for the shop.... I need to turn some pens. Looks easy! Thanks Jay!

[bentswoodworking]

Jay, great video! I have been wanting to do this for a long time. Now I feel more comfortable with the idea!

[brudd]

Excellent tutorial! Up until last week the last time that I used a lathe was 32 years ago in high school. I took a pen turning class at Rockler and made 2 beautiful Manhattan style pens using crotch Walnut. Everything in your tutorial was pretty much exactly what the instructor said and did. We used Mylands Cellulose Sealer and Mylands High build friction polish instead of the products that you used. Looks like they both give great results. I have made 3 more pens since using the Slimline kits included in the Beginner's Pen Turning Kit.

[MrPetex]

Thank you for such a clear explanation without saying er...um....you know...ok all the time

[mcrriowa]

Super video, I've watched several and this one really was great detail I needed !

[martshal]

First vid I've noticed since you adopted your baby girl. Hope all is going well and that you and your wife are getting some sleep :). Thanks for the tips, was thinking about a mini lathe for small turnings.

[TheDmjohnson]

Nice job on the video and the tutorial. I just picked up this kit today along with a Jet mini lathe. Looking forward to doing a few of these.

[stevekrupa]

Great video! I’m just getting started with turning.