Newbie - Pen stock question

[Richard Gibson]

I have seen stock for turning pens at Woodcraft and on-line at several sites. Is there a place that you know of that sells the stock in long lengths , say 14"? I have an idea for a different item and the pen blanks are perfect except for length.

[John Terefenko]

Are you talking wood or acrylic???

[Brian Brown]

If you have a table saw or band saw, you can buy boards in any species you want, and cut them yourself. In the long run if you make even a few of the 14" blanks, you will be saving money.

[Bernie Weishapl]

I agree with Brian. I get like 1 X 4 cherry, walnut, maple, ash, and mahogany. I cut my own pen blanks into 1 X 1 pieces. Also use some it to make finials.

[Jim Kountz]

Way cheaper to make your own. Now if you need the hole drilled in a long skinny blank thats another story!!

[Dan Forman]

If it's acrylic you are looking for, this place sells 40" lengths.

http://www.woodpenpro.com/acrylic_pen_blanks/0331_acrylic_blanks_40_inch_super_rod.html

If you want exotic wood without having to buy a whole board, you might try over at IAP (Internationoal Association of Penturners), and check out some of the sellers there.

Dan