I didn't think of that, making it weaker that is. That endgrain is so
lively though, even now with only a bandsawn finish. Good thing have a
really big chunk.

John

robert strudwick wrote:
John,
Just an idea, contact www.penturners.org, this is the premium site for
pen turners around the world, (International Association of Pen
turners). Free to join and full of wonderful ideas and problem resolutions.

If you cut so that the grain is across the width, it will make the pen
weaker and maybe cause problems when shaping, cut the traditional way
with coves and beading which will give character.