Desk top Pen holder.

[Coiny Chris]

Hello,

I have finished a version 1. http://s1290.photobucket.com/user/CRB60/media/PenHolder_zps9bcb2362.jpg.html The cost to make is less than $3 Dollars. That is timber, Coin capsule and Pen holder. It thought it may be something AJ may be interested to make for other members, I had also thought about a strong magnet under it so paper-clips stay put. The Coin can be almost anything, I have used a 20 Cent size, bigger would look better than smaller IMO.

[purplepennyhunter]

I think AJ might be having a little break. I'm sure he'll be back soon.

[ausjack]

[stevo1962]

That looks very silky AJ

[ausjack]

yes very silky Stevo :winkextra: comes up ok and would look even better if it wasn't just a quick sand and an even quicker top coat but just a test bit so what end look better as I did about half with the router to see how it looks so I might make some more later on if you'd like one :good:

[markn]

Very slick looking.

[Coiny Chris]

Hello,

Nice timber. I need more lacquer, I used the hard dregs from about 25 years ago. Still more things to try with mine, but I think AJ will have a good market here. I have a narrow wall between doors, I want to hang a section facing down with Coins of significance to me. All 4 special Florins and 4 20's of my DOB ( OK a Florin ) City I live in and States where I have lived / worked / owned property.

[ausjack]

Yeah if anyone wants me to make them anything just hit me up and I'll see what I can do, would one look ok on your desk Mark or would someone who can remain nameless pinch it so should I make one each so there's no fights I might even be able to make it pink so there's less fights and you could live with pink couldn't you mate :mocking:

Word of advice for these little jobs Chris and that get the cheapest pressure pack you can as it does and ok job but if it's one you have a bit of pride in better off buying the better quality but most of the time I use that elcheapo "squirts" :good:

Handy hit for painting is try and warm the paint a little and it should give better finish

[Coiny Chris]

Hello,

I am still experimenting with what I like the look of. For example I cut down the screw for the Pen holder, but fiddly to do. Next couple I will drill a deeper hole for the screw head. Always have to be careful that it doesnt grab and go right through. I have used a capsule, better protection for the Coin, and you can use some hot-melt glue to keep it shut. Most Coins this wont be an issue, but with a $2 it is. If a drink gets spilled, less chance of a Coin being damaged. Image Coke on a pristine Penny ! Oil would be another way to finish the Timber, if it smells nice that would be a bonus.

I was going to get more Estapol later, I can thin it with some Turps to get a good coat on. I put a screw in the bottom of the Hole, then I can get a full coat all over it. I leave it hanging from the clothes line, and a few days in the sun should harden up the Lacquer. I decided not to have feet, as it will be easier to slide around and more likely to do that rather than fall with a bump.

I will Post a Pic later of a " Billy hook " that all Forum Members who camp will want. One of those simple things that when you see it you always think what a great idea. I have made a number to give to friends. A Dowel end baller is needed to make it look right. It is like a big pencil sharpener that makes the round end on a broom handle. The hooks would be bulky to Post, so it would be better sent as a " Job lot " of several in a Post bag to contain Costs.

[ausjack]

Yeah I know what you mean as there's a lot of experimentation all right and interested to see your hook

[Coiny Chris]

Hello,

http://s1290.photobucket.com/user/CRB60/media/BillyHook_zps86b0e0f9.jpg.html This is the item I mentioned. A have also made a similar item out of steel rod with a wooden handle. They are for lifting Barby plates and other heavy stuff. I use a bit of tube or a socket to get a neat manderal bend.

Back to the Pen holder, I also have some Zebra Stone, only comes from Lake Argyle top east of WA. I have been told it works well with wood tools. Looks very nice, and I believe you can even turn it !

Another Camping thing is a simple Toasting stick. I have made some using cheap Badminton racquet handles with 3 stainless bike spokes. Light and handy with small hole through the bread. Let me know what you think, I am always dabbling with a number of projects. If you make a stick with 2 spokes, you can cook snags on it. We used to use a green stick.

[ausjack]

Cool, thanks Chris, I like the K.I.S.S. theory :good: and yeah I'm so advanced I still use a stick :laugh2:

[Coiny Chris]

Hello,

Nothing wrong with the old ways. I am always open to new ideas, but always trust tried and proven methods. All of the old mountain huts had a similar plan. ( that includes aspect and location ) It was because it worked. There were no bridges, and when a river was flooded, you camped until you could cross.These days people cry when their Ipod goes flat, and call someone to change a flat. I always like to think about how tough it was for our pioneers. Even the stone grill, less to carry when raiding a new country !