{"product_id":"trustone-pen-blank-yellow-dino-bone","title":"Trustone Pen Blank - Yellow Dino Bone","description":"\u003ch4\u003ePremium Pliable TruStone Pen Blanks\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCreate a pen with the rich colour, intricate veining, substantial feel and weight of polished stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTruStone is a premium composite material made from finely crushed semi-precious stone (\u0026gt;80%), natural pigments and resin. Once turned and polished, it produces a beautifully smooth, high-gloss surface with remarkable depth and detail - ideal for creating distinctive pens with a genuinely luxurious appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese blanks are the premium pliable grade, specially formulated for pen turners. Unlike harder and more brittle stone composites, the pliable formulation is easier and more forgiving to drill and turn, while retaining the weight, character and polished appearance for which TruStone is known.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery blank has its own individual pattern and variation, ensuring that no two finished pens will be exactly alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions: Approx 20x20x150mm (0.8x0.8x6.0\")\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePliable formulation designed for turning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade with finely crushed semi-precious stone\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich colour, veining and natural-looking variation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSubstantial, high-quality feel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSands and polishes to a superb glossy finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for premium fountain pens, rollerballs and presentation pens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTips for Working with TruStone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKeep the blank cool during all processes.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blank can be cut or trimmed by hand, or with a mitre saw or bandsaw.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a slow drilling speed with frequent pecking to clear waste and reduce heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater can be sprayed periodically onto the drill bit during drilling to help keep it cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeave the blank a good bit longer than the brass tube, as blowout can occur when the drill exits the material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse sharp tools and take light, controlled cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAvoid excessive heat, aggressive tool pressure and heavy cuts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBefore pen assembly, lightly sand the inside of the brass tube so that components press in easily. Forcing a tight fit may crack the blank; use Loctite if the fit becomes too loose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Trustone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58260507394380,"sku":null,"price":19.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1077\/7686\/8684\/files\/IMG_5440_bd989176-401b-4880-8e24-f56fb4d193a3.jpg?v=1785450055","url":"https:\/\/hobbymad.ie\/products\/trustone-pen-blank-yellow-dino-bone","provider":"HobbyMad Ireland - Mad About Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}