Polaris Twist Ballpoint Pen - Padauk

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 both 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 Penn State Industries.  I turn it on a lathe, sand and buff to 4000 grit, and add several coats of finish for long-lasting durability.  The Polaris twist style, appropriate for women or men, is a shorter pen with good heft and balance.  It uses Parker-style refill cartridges.  This pen is made from padauk, an African hardwood known for its brilliant red-orange appearance.