Pen Finish Experimentation

 

Experimenting with various finishes on my red beech pens. They are, from top to bottom:

1. Walnut spirit stain and linseed oil
2. Iron acetate ebonizing with linseed oil
3. Shellac
4. Oil and beeswax

Of the four, shellac is the most time-consuming, as it needs at least three coats, with a rub-down between each with 320 grit.