Andy Haas, The Penblank Manufaktur, sent me this amazing cracked wood blank that he made. Since the blank is end grain, it took me a while to work up the courage to turn it. Once I did, all I can do is ask myself why I didn't make this gorgeous pen sooner.

Regards,
Bob

Andy Haas's Contact Information:
Neugasse 9
56379 Singhofen
[email protected]

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Below are links to the tools I used in this video, or similar tools that will perform the same job.
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Turning Accessories:
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Finishing:
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