Yeah the cap was lighter than the barrel so when he stained it, he couldn't get it to match up.
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I'm tempted, but I really like it just the way it came.
If you guys dont like your pen, id be interested in one (preferable color code 1).
This is what my micarta looks like after a few months of usage :) I love how the colour is changing :)
This picture was taken in June
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Sweet :)
Use at your own risk... here are finishing tips for micarta.. scroll to the bottom of the page: http://www.alphaknifesupply.com/zdata-g10micarta.htm
Finishing Tips:
When you sand G10 and micarta the layers look similar to wood grain. When you are finished sanding the handle may look chalky or dull. If you want the orginal color:
1) Wash the handle thoroughly with Dawn dish soap
2) Spray the handle with WD-40
3) Wash the handle with Dawn again
How feasible do people think it would be to convert the micarta to a pneumatic filler?
Actually, the more I look at it, the more I would like to try it.
I like how unique this material is, but ive yet to buy one.
Both of these TWSBI Micartas look gorgeous. Now I want one...
Thanks for the pics.
Darnit guys - you've made me want a Micarta, if only to sand and stain it. :/
Pneumatic filler? You would need a sleeve to protect the Micarta from the ink. Micarta is absorbent material and will absorb ink. It will eventually seep through and stain.
I put a Goulet Pens #6 Nib, Two-tone 1.5 Stub on my Micarta. I like it much better than the stock nib and it's simple to swap them out.
http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7333/8...fe08a790_c.jpg
New Nib by RW Sinclair, on Flickr
Nice, what ink is that?