Make Your Own Pen Press: I started turning pens and found it very enjoyable. One part of the pen making process I found difficult, was pressing the parts together with a clamp. I was still able …

I've used a few different methods for assembling pens over the years, but I have finally come up with a super simple and basically free DIY pen press for pen...

Lets go over how you can make your own pens at home! The starting required tools for pen turning, aside from a lathe and lathe tools, are a pen kit, bushings, a drill bit, and a pen …

Oct 6, 2025 · In this article, I’ll show you what you’ll need to get started, walk you through the process of pen making, and then suggest a few products that can save time, stock, and …

Jan 3, 2010 · I've always just used a bench vise for a pen press (during my long pen-turning career of about two months), and have had no troubles at all. With no support under the pen, …

Pen turning is one of the more popular types of woodturning. Read this helpful guide and be shown step by step how to woodturn a handcrafted writing pen.

Mar 2, 2025 · Creating a pen without a drill press is a testament to resourcefulness and skill. It’s about understanding the fundamentals of woodworking and adapting to the tools at hand.

You will want something great for pen turning, but also capable of turning candle sticks, bottle openers, and other awesome items that can be created with a versatile Mini/Midi Lathe.

How to Make a Pen Press (Shop Jig): Over the Christmas Holidays I made several custom ball point pins with my wood lathe, during the assembly process several steps require even force …

Jun 7, 2018 · In this video I show you a method I use to press pens when assembling all of the parts and pieces of the pen kit. I use a toggle clamp and some scrap wood to make an …