The Complete Guide to Turning Pens & Pencils, Book

Create a pen or pencil from scratch with the professional guidance and unique ideas of legendary woodworker Walter Hall. Hall's "The Complete Guide to Turning Pens & Pencils" is a comprehensive collection of tips, techniques, and step-by-step photographs showing how to make 12 pens and three pencils. Project skill requirements range from basic to intermediate to advanced, with some projects only requiring a short amount of time with a standing lathe or even a small, portable model. Hall clearly presents detailed information on materials, equipment, and techniques for sanding, polishing, and finishing. Plus, turners will love the extensive gallery of actual-size pens and pencils for inspiration!

• A comprehensive "how to" on making pens and pencils
• Step-by-step photographs on how to make 12 pens and three pencils
• Includes detailed information on materials and equipment
• Provides techniques for sanding, polishing, and finishing
• Project skill requirements range from basic to intermediate to advanced
• Includes an extensive photo gallery of actual-sized pens and pencils