All the turned pens seen here are individually hand made from carefully selected wood. Or at least the body of the pen is wood with fittings of other materials. Paul uses oil or a lacquer as a finish on the wood. The finishes used have the benefit that they are in the wood, not on it so it doesn’t wear off. In fact the finish gets better with use. The choice of finish also leaves the wood in contact with your hand. It has the warmth and feel you only get from a wooden pen! Each pen is unique and exclusive. Nobody else will have one the same as yours!
Wood for pens
It is possible to use almost any wood to make a pen but for something special, Paul looks out for choice pieces of wood with interesting grain or figure or an extra special piece of burr. Some of the more unusual pieces of wood are not always easy to find but Paul doesn’t give up easily! You could also commission a pen from a piece of wood that had sentimental interest to you.
Pen styles
The pen fittings come in a variety of finishes including gold, chrome, silver, copper, gunmetal, shiny or matt and other finishes. Paul can also produce matching sets to order. The pens use commonly available refills which can are obtainable from most good stationery stores.
If you see something you like, check the woodturning store for current stock or ask Paul if you would like a particular wood / pen combination.
Give a wooden pen as an ideal gift. A presentation box is included with every pen. Wedding pen sets are available to order. Paul can make turned wooden ball point, rollerball, fountain pens and propelling pencils in a variety of finishes to order in a wood of your choice.