Tim, My brother and I were just discussing this last night. At first, I assumed it was our normal summer lull but we also had slowed sales at our last show. I...
Could you elaborate on what you're looking for, Ron? ... -- Regards, Rich ======================================================== Richard Kleinhenz penturners...
... Definitely. My sales are noticeably down and have been for months. The slowest they have been in 5 years! Waiting to see what the holidays bring. Hopefully...
... I think this is a rather one-sided poll. Why limit it to Berea? I usually buy my pen kits from WoodCraft or PenState. They both have 7mm slim-line, and ...
According to the financial news this past week, since Katrina, personal income in the United States dropped by 1.5% and personal spending has dropped .5%....
... These kinds of numbers leave me asking - what does it really mean?? Did the PI of people not in the Katrina/Rita affected areas see a decrease in income,...
... lately? My website sales set a new record last month, but are just steady this month. I'm still 30% above last September, but about 75% of August's ...
Are people (in general) sheep? Yes, of course they are. That doesn't mean they're dumb, just that they play follow the leader. The economic situation on the...
... IAP) ... cartridges. ... cartridge ... Tim, I find, in my pens at least, more consistent ink flow and less problems with ink drying in the nib. Private...
Ron: Woodcraft.com will have your tubes. They might not be on the website, I can't remember, but I've bought them in the store. I'm sure if you call the...
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AA - How do I add to the FAQ This file contains some of the most frequently asked questions by the members of the penturners group. The file is stored in...
Hi Group: I mainly turn slimline kits, in various thicknesses. When done these pens have a nice balance. I turn some large for arthritic hands etc. Now to my...
Hey everyone, After looking over all the files and FAQ,I have not been able to find any info on measuring and turning wooden center bands.I think maybe I'm...
Paige, The methods are slightly diferent depending on if you want a "loose" or "fixed" CB. Fixed: you need to have the last quarter inch or so of the tube...
The FAQ has an entry 'How do I make a wooden centerband'. Are we talking about the same FAQ? (Not trying to make you feel silly, but I am curious how you...
Here is my 3rd pen, it is a yellow cedar burl cigar pen. I made a few mistakes on it, the worst, was assembling the CB on the wrong end of the tube. My coach...
For some strange reason I have an urge from deep within to turn a pen or two. Can't figure out why. Perhaps it is the beauty of the woods. Perhaps it is after...
... Greg: Jet makes 2 small lathes. One is called the Mini and the other is called the Pen Lathe. I suspect you are talking about the Mini rather than the...
Hi Folks, While I cannot speak for Bob I would like to add a couple of thoughts. Bob's analysis is pretty complex and, for some, is like reading Greek. It is...
Rob, Boy it sounds like this pen put you threw the ringer! Keep up the good work and always remember that there is a prize waiting for you inside every piece...
Bob I have to agree with a lot of what you said. Most store owners around here (Michigan) are scaling back their orders for the Christmas season because of...
In an unrelated business to penturning - my website sales and hits are way down. In fact the number of calls I receive is way down as well as business -...
Thanks Bill. I agree with what you say, and hope like hell you entirely correct. May seem a bit trite to say it, but good pen sales over the holidays, to me,...
