Cuban Twist Ballpoint Pen - Purpleheart

Pens were how I got my start in professional woodworking, about two decades ago.  A handmade pen is one of those wonderful alignments of stars where the craftsman’s skill and the natural beauty of the wood come together in a product that is gorgeous as a work of art and also has an eminently practical daily functionality.  It’s such a joy and satisfaction for me to hear from folks for whom I made pens years ago, letting me know they use their pen every day.  

This ballpoint roller pen features 24k gold plating and premium mechanicals from Rockler Woodworking.  I turn it on a lathe, sand and buff to 4000 grit, and add several coats of finish for long-lasting durability.  The Cuban twist style is thick and robust, with a high-quality Swiss-made pen tip. This pen is made from purpleheart, a unique Central and South American hardwood.