Hi Everybody!

These are just some things I've been thinking of since Keith came up with this idea.

We want to give our servicemen great pens to convey our appreciation for them. If these go to Iraq, that is a hot, dry, sandy place that could be hard on a pen. I would suggest using a durable pen kit, maybe a Titanium coated one, or chrome. I personally think that the Black Titanium from Berea would be perfect!

Use wood that is stable, and it should be dry. Wood like Snakewood and Ebony have a tendancy to crack when subjected to temperature and humidity changes. I like the idea of using American hardwoods. Durable materials like some of the acrylics and Corian are very stable.

What else would be a consideration?

Scott.