Beginner pen turning. Surprise how easy it is. Everything you need to know to start turning now.

This video is intended for the new woodworker or the woodworker who is new to lathe work and wants to try a pen for the first time. It includes step-by-step instructions on how to turn a pen from start to finish product. It includes equipment used, supplies needed, and terminology.

This video IS NOT intended for the woodworker or Turner who already knows how to make a pen.

After watching this video, anyone should be able to step out to their lathe and make a pen from start to finish.

Equipment used/mentioned in this video:

Shop Fox Midi Lathe (my model is no longer made, but here is the upgraded one with digital speed control): https://www.grizzly.com/products/shop...

Rikon Turning Tool System: https://www.grizzly.com/products/shop...

Wood River Carbide tipped turning tool set: https://www.woodcraft.com/products/wo...

Pen kits, supplies, parts, and other bits & baubles: https://www.pennstateind.com/

CA Glue with Activator: https://www.lowes.com/pd/InstantBond-...

Here is a great resource for anyone looking to increase their knowledge, abilities, and confidence with wood working. Bonus that it is an amazing group of men and women to learn from and teach to:

https://www.skool.com/731woodworks
https://www.731woodworks.com/