Overview
This kit contains all the essential tooling you need to start turning custom pens. Includes 3 pen blanks (Bloodwood, Bubinga and Olivewood), 3 gold-plated hardware kits with twist mechanisms, 7mm mandrel with knurled nut and #2 Morse Taper, 7mm bushings, a 7mm Brad Point Drill Bit, a 1 oz. bottle of CA Glue, a Pen Mill for truing up all mating surfaces and a storage case with 28 adjustable compartments.
What's included
(1) Bloodwood Pen Blank
(1) Bubinga Pen Blank
(1) Olivewood Pen Blank
(3) 7mm Pen Hardware Kits
(1) 7mm mandrel with knurled nut and #2 Morse Taper
(1) Set of 7mm bushings
(1) 7mm Brad Point Drill Bit
(1) 1 oz. bottle of CA Glue
(1) Pen Mill (2-piece design. 3/16" threaded shank, 1/2" end mill, 1/4" clean-out shaft, Allen wrench for interchanging "end mill" component)
(1) Plano Storage Case with 28 adjustable compartments
(1) Bubinga Pen Blank
(1) Olivewood Pen Blank
(3) 7mm Pen Hardware Kits
(1) 7mm mandrel with knurled nut and #2 Morse Taper
(1) Set of 7mm bushings
(1) 7mm Brad Point Drill Bit
(1) 1 oz. bottle of CA Glue
(1) Pen Mill (2-piece design. 3/16" threaded shank, 1/2" end mill, 1/4" clean-out shaft, Allen wrench for interchanging "end mill" component)
(1) Plano Storage Case with 28 adjustable compartments
Technical Details
- Brand: Rockler
- Manufacturer Part Number: 38643
- Weight (lbs): 2.2000
- Type: Bushings, Drilling, Mandrel
Product Warnings
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Why did you choose this?
Rockler Store
WANT TO GET INTO TURNING PENS AND AM NEW TO THE TURNING GAME
Robert J
on Apr 10, 2018
Want to learn to start turning to make pens
John K
on Apr 7, 2018
WANT TO GET INTO TURNING PENS AND AM NEW TO THE TURNING GAME
Robert J
on Apr 10, 2018
New hobby
Retired controls electrician
on Apr 7, 2018
New hobby
Retired controls electrician
on Apr 7, 2018
Just getting started turning pens
Rick F
on Apr 4, 2018
In this kit there is a threaded end on the barrel trimmer tool. How do I insert that into my drill press chuck without some type of adapter? Am I missing a piece or did I receive the wrong barrel trimmer tool? The threads on the barrel trimmer tool are 3/16", which are smaller than the included morse taper mandrel threads so I can not use it on my lathe. HELP!!!!
BEST ANSWER: This barrel trimmer is an older model that came out before the trimmers that you put in you drill.
When I got mine I made a handle for it but have since thrown that out and just use the trimmer as is in my drill.
When I got mine I made a handle for it but have since thrown that out and just use the trimmer as is in my drill.
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- Rick H Staff on Oct 26, 2015
What's the purpose of the brass compression nut set and plastic gasket that is included? It is NOT pictured in the product photos, nor mentioned in any of the several pen turning videos linked here. It fits on the end of the Mandrel and seems it could be an alternative end stock adapter of something. It was in the kit in a separate baggy with 2 replacement plastic gaskets. Useful input or theories appreciated.
BEST ANSWER: I wondered the same thing and, so far, think that it is likely for 'shortening' the length of the mandrel for shorter projects (keychain, whistle, etc). It seems that if you put it on the mandrel first, then the appropriate bushings and material, it should be secure and allow some adjustment.
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- Aaron F on May 23, 2017
Will this kit work with the Excelsior mini lathe sold by Rockler?
BEST ANSWER: Yes it works well with it.
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- Mitchell G on Sep 17, 2016
- Purchased on Aug 27, 2016
Will this work with the WEN 3420 8” by 12” variable speed lathe?
BEST ANSWER: great kit has every thing you need to turn pens i have used the mention lathe but do not why it would not work
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- Lou W on Apr 1, 2018
- Purchased on Apr 13, 2016
What is the diameter of the # 2 morse taper?
BEST ANSWER: The major diameter (large end of taper) of a #2 morse taper is .700 inch. The minor diameter (small end) is .369 inch. I hope this helps
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- Lance S on Feb 29, 2016
Can I get the morse #1 taper on this kit instead of the #2
BEST ANSWER: You can purchase the #1Morse by itself, but the kit is for a standard pen making. Most everyone starting on pens will use the #2 Morse taper.
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- Randy R on Feb 18, 2016
- Purchased on Mar 13, 2015
Reviews
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Good set
When I started turning I was not interested in pens. Saw this on sale so I thought I would try. It's a great way to get started on pens with the easy kits included.
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Great beginner setup
Very nice starter set!
Gets you going with all the essentials!
When you consider the tools you get with this kit and their cost alone, this is a very good deal, if your just starting out and you’ve got nothing then you can’t beat this kit!
Combine this with a nice mini or midi large from Delta or Nova or Jet and a set of ticklers carbide turning tools and you will be turning out pens in no time
Pens are a great slump buster for those time when you need a simple easy project to keep your woodworking interesting
Gets you going with all the essentials!
When you consider the tools you get with this kit and their cost alone, this is a very good deal, if your just starting out and you’ve got nothing then you can’t beat this kit!
Combine this with a nice mini or midi large from Delta or Nova or Jet and a set of ticklers carbide turning tools and you will be turning out pens in no time
Pens are a great slump buster for those time when you need a simple easy project to keep your woodworking interesting
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Pen Turning Beginner Set
Great beginners set. However I have a Mini Lathe and needed a MT1 Mandrel and this set comes with MT2 Mandrel "ONLY", so I had to spend additional funds on a MT1 Mandrel. How about giving the buyer the option of a MT1 or MT2 Mandrel.
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Everything you need to turn pens in one easy out. Happy with my purchase.
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love it
if you want to start turning pens, this is a great kit to get going
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Complete kit
Kit was good and complete. I bought because I was missing a lot of my pen tools after not having made any for a while.
the store was out of a lot of parts, so I had to buy this. I can still use everyting in it.
the store was out of a lot of parts, so I had to buy this. I can still use everyting in it.
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Very nice kit to for beginners
I wasn't sure if I wanted to so pen turning so I got this kit and it walks you through creating pens. I love it and have now expanded plus this case us good for keeping organized with your pen accessories.
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Great purchase
Excellent for a beginner at turning pens. Very clear instructions and nice blanks. It comes with everything you will need to start turning. I definetly recommend getting this kit.
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It works great. I wish it had multiple sizes though for multiple pen types but overall it works great
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