Essayist | Antique Silver | Burl and Resin Hybrid

Description

The Essayist gets out of its own way to really feature the body’s material. The knurled end cap and nib blend seamlessly into a stunning design with a well-balanced feel. The antique silver plating is long lasting.

Material 

This is a hybrid wood and resin blank. The combination of maple burl with purple, green, blank and yellow resin work together to create an eye-catching piece of nature that would otherwise not withstand turning on a lathe. After being cast, the blank was carefully turned on a lathe to match the tip and end cap couplers. 

Finish

A formulated mixture of shellac and food-grade mineral oil was hand rubbed onto the raw material. This finish is not too shiny and still allows you to feel the natural wood while bringing out an amazing chatoyance. This finish will fade into a natural patina with usage from the natural oils in your hands.