Roadster Ballpoint Pen Kits
SKU: DK-486-0015
Roadster Ballpoint Pen Kits
Craft a pen with unmistakable retro character using the Roadster Ballpoint Pen Kit. Its dual-taper barrel design and bold 4-ring center band give it a vintage, automotive-inspired silhouette that stands apart from standard slimline styles. With noticeably more heft than a typical 7mm kit, the Roadster feels as impressive in hand as it looks on display. Available in 24KT Gold, Chrome, and Gun Metal to complement any blank.
What truly sets the Roadster apart is its substantial feel and tapered proportions. The dual-taper barrels draw the eye along the full length of the pen, showcasing figure, grain, and color in your blank like few 7mm kits can. A smooth twist mechanism and Cross-style refill make this an easy build that writes beautifully right out of the press.
Features
Dual-taper barrel design — a distinctive retro silhouette that stands out from traditional slimline profiles
4-ring center band adds visual weight and a polished, premium look to every finished pen
Streamlined clip lies flat and holds securely in a pocket or notebook
More substantial heft than a standard 7mm slimline — feels premium without the premium price tag
Smooth twist mechanism for reliable, effortless refill extension
Uses a widely available Cross-style ballpoint refill — easy to swap, easy to find
Tapered barrels make an outstanding blank showcase — grain, figure, and burl patterns shine from tip to tip
At under $5, an impressive gift pen that looks far more expensive than it costs
Instructions
Tooling Requirements
Drill Bit: 7mm
Bushings: Bushing Set-18A (Berea Hardwoods)
Mandrel: Mandrel-A
Mix & Match:
Combine the Roadster Ballpoint Pen Kit with any other single pen kits to unlock the highest discount levels!
Kit Includes
Pen components (blank not included)
2 brass tubes (upper and lower barrel)
Specifications
Style: Ballpoint (twist mechanism)
Design Detail: Dual-taper barrels with 4-ring center band and streamlined clip
Blank Size: 9/16" × 9/16" × 5"
Drill Size: 7mm
Finished Size: Approx. 7/16" × 5-1/4"
Refill Type: Cross-style ballpoint (sold separately)
Why Turners Love This Kit
The dual-taper design gives finished pens a retro, automotive elegance that sparks conversations and earns second looks
Blanks with strong figure, burl grain, or bold color look stunning through the tapered barrels — great for showcasing premium wood
Easy, satisfying assembly with familiar twist-action mechanics and a manageable parts count
At under $5 per kit, it makes an impressive gift that looks far more valuable — perfect for batch turning
Roadster Ballpoint Pen Kits
Craft a pen with unmistakable retro character using the Roadster Ballpoint Pen Kit. Its dual-taper barrel design and bold 4-ring center band give it a vintage, automotive-inspired silhouette that stands apart from standard slimline styles. With noticeably more heft than a typical 7mm kit, the Roadster feels as impressive in hand as it looks on display. Available in 24KT Gold, Chrome, and Gun Metal to complement any blank.
What truly sets the Roadster apart is its substantial feel and tapered proportions. The dual-taper barrels draw the eye along the full length of the pen, showcasing figure, grain, and color in your blank like few 7mm kits can. A smooth twist mechanism and Cross-style refill make this an easy build that writes beautifully right out of the press.
Features
Dual-taper barrel design — a distinctive retro silhouette that stands out from traditional slimline profiles
4-ring center band adds visual weight and a polished, premium look to every finished pen
Streamlined clip lies flat and holds securely in a pocket or notebook
More substantial heft than a standard 7mm slimline — feels premium without the premium price tag
Smooth twist mechanism for reliable, effortless refill extension
Uses a widely available Cross-style ballpoint refill — easy to swap, easy to find
Tapered barrels make an outstanding blank showcase — grain, figure, and burl patterns shine from tip to tip
At under $5, an impressive gift pen that looks far more expensive than it costs
Instructions
Tooling Requirements
Drill Bit: 7mm
Bushings: Bushing Set-18A (Berea Hardwoods)
Mandrel: Mandrel-A
Mix & Match:
Combine the Roadster Ballpoint Pen Kit with any other single pen kits to unlock the highest discount levels!
Kit Includes
Pen components (blank not included)
2 brass tubes (upper and lower barrel)
Specifications
Style: Ballpoint (twist mechanism)
Design Detail: Dual-taper barrels with 4-ring center band and streamlined clip
Blank Size: 9/16" × 9/16" × 5"
Drill Size: 7mm
Finished Size: Approx. 7/16" × 5-1/4"
Refill Type: Cross-style ballpoint (sold separately)
Why Turners Love This Kit
The dual-taper design gives finished pens a retro, automotive elegance that sparks conversations and earns second looks
Blanks with strong figure, burl grain, or bold color look stunning through the tapered barrels — great for showcasing premium wood
Easy, satisfying assembly with familiar twist-action mechanics and a manageable parts count
At under $5 per kit, it makes an impressive gift that looks far more valuable — perfect for batch turning