Wood has to come from Israel after you either order it or win it in auction. They ship it to Texas who ship out the orders Joe <http://www.joespens.com>...
... There was a post not too long ago about the fact they had a computer crash and lost a lot of their orders, emails, etc. Don't know if you got caught up in...
I too have had service issues with the BOW suppliers. Lots of delays and excuses. I finally made them refund me which also took much too long. I have asked...
... I agree. The wood is stunning and you definitely get your dollar's worth. The shipping from them does take 3-5 weeks though. Probably more the slowness of...
I have dealt with the BOW supplier that I believe everyone is speaking of on multiple occasions and have found their product to be superb and worth the wait....
They had a computer crash and lost data as reported here. I contacted them about my order and got blanks a few days later. Send them anothe remail. Joe ... ...
I also placed an order with Bow in Dec. I received the order on Monday this week. I think they had a computer glitch around the first of the year. ... From:...
Quite a few books...check on the supplier's sites. I know Woodcraft, Rockler, and CSUSA have some. Videos by Bill Baumbeck at http://www.arizonasilhouette.com,...
Dear John, Yes we had some major computer problems. We lost four years of work as well as our hard drive. Can you please send me an email and I will get a new...
Hello John, Please send me your information and I will get a new order out to you as soon as possible. ... From: "Joe Weinbrecht" <pensnthings@...> ...
Many of the people that have produced videos are frequent visitors to this group. John ... Subject: [penturners] newbie Is there a book or video I just buy to...
... ============= There are several DVDs out there for introductory pen turning Penn State Industries (PSI) has one for the asking: http://tinyurl.com/adyle ....
Would a CA finish work? Polish first and then apply CA only? Maybe even a lacquer finish. I think most brass items come with a lacquer finish. ... From: "Don...
Yes we had computer problems. ... From: "David J." <makytaja@...> To: <penturners@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Wednesday, February 01, 2006 3:39 PM Subject:...
The wood is great, but the shipping is very slow, and the orders are not necessarily correct. Make sure to check what you order. I am now over a month since...
... Tita, Welcome to this group. You will find this group an excellent source for information, ideas, and fun. The advice given by other responders is dead on....
I am not sure what information you need. The order for Item #B201B was placed December 14, 2005. The amount paid through PayPal was $25.65. The transaction...
Dear John, Please send me your shipping address and your order. With our love and prayers from Bethlehem Olive Wood Imports. Many Blessings+ Diane Darwesh ...
Thanks to all who responded to my BOW situation. I have now been enlightened. I did not realize that each individual order has to be shipped from the Middle...
How is that purpleheart pen looking today? My guess is getting more purple than brown...if not set it in some sunlight and that should do the trick Ryan P^2...
I have ordered this wood in the past and have been very happy with the product I received. It did take quite a bit of time and uncertainty but they ultimately...
I've just finished my first 2 pens from a stabilzed blank, I'm hooked. http://photos.yahoo.com/wdstancil The blanks came from A.S., and it is my first...
I, too, was very disappointed in the first pen I turned from Purpleheart. It was purple after turning sanding, and sealing with CA. Turned brown after applying...
Also, as a new member (welcome!!!) you were sent the FAQ which is suggested (not to use the term required ;-) reading. In there there is a list of videos and...
... Was that the Y2.005K bug? ;-) Seriously, from my own experience, I am confident that they will make it up to you. We live a sheltered life in the US in...
... Couple of questions for you, Ken. I looked in the Dallas Yellow Pages and did not find anyone offering such a service?? Who(what kind of business) usually...