Turnings other than pens?

[gsdoby]

While I do turn my share of pens, just a reminder you can turn other things also. Below is a pic of some pocket watches I turned for Christmas. Don't be discouraged if you turn something other than a pen.

 

[cskipper]

Gary, those are really sharp!

 

[Canuck]

Very nice work, Gary!!!

You sure turned a "pocket-full" of watches! The recipients are sure going to be happy, I am sure!!!!!

Thanks for sharing!

Wayne

 

[dave_the_woodworker]

Gary,

Nice looking watches. I've turned a few dozen pens but this seems like a good alternative. Where idi you buy the movements and chains?

Dave

 

[NZAPP1]

:icon_thum :icon_thum Nice work Gary :eusa_clap What finish did you use?

 

[gsdoby]

I used a wipe on poly for a finish on these. The kits can be purchased from several sources(Klockit.com, Lee Valley, Bear Wood, Penn State) I prefer the chain kits that have a threaded coupler for the chain as opposed to a stud. It is a little smaller and easier to work with IMHO. It depends on how you make them. These inserts are the 1 7/16 inserts that require a 1 3/8 hole for the insert to fit in.

 

[Eaglesc]

While I do turn my share of pens, just a reminder you can turn other things also. Below is a pic of some pocket watches I turned for Christmas. Don't be discouraged if you turn something other than a pen.

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NIce looking watches,I have thought about making one for myself some day.
AS far as turing things other than pens, I have heard some people even turn bowls.
I figure if I ever get the pen thing down right to suit me I may try that.
The problem is those bowls are so frigging BIG.

 

[sapwood]

Very nice Gary!
They will make great gifts :icon_thum

Roger

 

[Travis Porter]

That is a lot of pocket watches and they all look great.

I haven't even started Christmas shopping.