Peruvian Walnut (Juglans neotropica) is very similar to American Walnut but it’s difficult to work because it’s very prone to splintering and tears out. However, it takes an incredible finish and it’s grain is very pretty. The wood I used to make these pens were off-cuts from a dining table I built for friends a few years ago.
Mechanism: Cross style and refills are readily available in most office supply stores.
Finish: The pens were sanded up to 400 grit, then burnished with 0000 steel wool to bring up a smooth surface. It was then finished with mineral oil, bee’s & carnauba wax and a final polish with paraffin wax.
Price: US$35
Item Ref No: PWSP0032 (top) and PWSP0033
Status: 0033 is sold but 0032 is still available. Click here to inquire about purchasing.
Posted by Caelyn on April 9, 2011 at 8:56 am
76W3J9 I’m not easily impressed. . . but that’s impressing me!