Lighthouse Ballpoint Pen Kits

Turn a pen that tells a story with the Lighthouse Ballpoint Pen Kit — a nautical masterpiece that doubles as a working light show. This kit features a beautifully detailed lighthouse cupola with a functioning LED lantern that cycles through blue, green, red, and yellow, engraved tall ship accents on the nib, and a classic lighthouse clip that ties the whole maritime theme together. Available in Antique Brass, Antique Copper, and Antique Gun Metal.

What truly sets the Lighthouse Pen Kit apart is its double twist mechanism — one twist activates the flashing LED lantern in the cupola, the other extends the writing tip. It's a single-tube, straight-body design that's beginner-friendly on the lathe and minimal to assemble, yet produces a finished pen that consistently stops people mid-conversation. The dedicated Lighthouse Mini Refill is included right in the kit, so it's ready to write the moment it's off the mandrel.

Features

• Working LED Lantern: The lighthouse cupola houses a real flashing LED that cycles through blue, green, red, and yellow — a genuinely functional detail that stops everyone in their tracks.

• Double Twist Mechanism: One twist activates the LED lantern; the other extends the ballpoint tip — two functions, one elegant design.

• Lighthouse Clip: The pen clip is styled as a classic lighthouse silhouette, reinforcing the nautical theme from cap to tip.

• Engraved Tall Ship Nib: The nib features intricate tall ship engraving for a collector-quality detail you won't find on any other pen kit.

• Beginner-Friendly Build: Single-tube, straight-body design makes this one of the most approachable kits on the lathe — no complex geometry or multiple tubes to manage.

• Minimal Assembly: Fewer parts mean less chance of error and a faster, more satisfying journey from blank to finished pen.

• Dedicated Mini Refill Included: Comes with the proprietary Lighthouse Mini Refill so you can write immediately after assembly — no separate refill purchase needed.

• Battery Included: The LED battery is included with the kit — everything you need to make a complete, working pen is in the box.

Tooling Requirements

• Drill Bit: 3/8"

• Bushings: Lighthouse Pen Kit Bushings (PSI PKSCERBU — 2-piece set)

• Turning Kit: Lighthouse Turning Kit (drill bit + bushings bundled)

Mix & Match:

Combine the Lighthouse Ballpoint Pen Kit with any other single pen kits to unlock the highest discount levels!

Kit Includes

• Pen components (blank not included)

• Brass tube

• Dedicated Lighthouse Mini Refill (included)

• LED battery (included)

Specifications

• Style: Ballpoint — Double Twist Action

• Design Detail: Lighthouse cupola with working LED lantern, tall ship engraved nib, and lighthouse silhouette clip

• Blank Size: ¾" × ¾" × 3"

• Drill Size: 3/8"

• Finished Length: 5-19/32"

• Refill Type: Lighthouse Mini Refill (included; replacement 5-packs available separately)

• Replacement Battery: Lighthouse Battery Pack (2-pack, sold separately)

Why Turners Love This Kit

• The flashing LED lantern is a genuine conversation-starter — most people have never seen a pen that lights up as part of the design, and the reaction never gets old.

• The straight, single-tube body is a perfect showcase for dramatic grain, vivid color shifts, or bold acrylic patterns — nothing distracts from the blank itself.

• With minimal parts and a no-fuss assembly, this is an ideal kit for newer turners who want a wow-factor result without the complexity of multi-piece builds.

• An outstanding gift for coastal enthusiasts, mariners, lighthouse collectors, or anyone who wants a pen that's as much a keepsake as it is a writing instrument.