Shake Ballpoint Pen Kits
SKU: DK-PKSHA24
Shake Ballpoint Pen Kits
Turn a pen that writes like no other with the Shake Ballpoint Pen Kit. Inspired by the gravity-activated pens favored by pilots and adventurers, this kit lets you extend and retract the refill with a simple flick of the wrist — no click, no twist, just motion. Available in three finishes, it's a guaranteed conversation-starter and one of the most entertaining kits you'll ever turn.
What truly sets the Shake Pen apart is its gravity-activated shake mechanism. A quick downward shake extends the tip ready to write; another shake retracts it fully inside the barrel for safe pocket carry. The two-barrel design turns easily on a standard 7mm mandrel, and the full-size Cross-style refill delivers smooth, reliable ballpoint performance every time.
Features
Gravity-activated mechanism: Shake the pen down to extend the tip, shake again to retract — no button or twist required.
Full-size Cross-style refill: Uses a widely available Cross-compatible ballpoint refill for smooth, long-lasting writing performance.
Two-barrel design: Upper and lower barrels (each 2.125") screw together at the center, showcasing your blank in two complementary sections.
Easy to turn profile: Straight, forgiving blank geometry makes this an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned turners alike.
Versatile blank showcase: The 10mm bore and generous blank length let you feature dramatic wood grain, resin castings, or stabilized burls with impressive results.
Outstanding gift potential: The novelty "shake to write" action makes this pen a delight to hand to someone for the first time — it never gets old.
Three finish options: Pairs with 24KT Gold, Chrome, or Gun Metal hardware to complement any blank style.
Tooling Requirements
Drill Bit: 10mm
Bushings: Bushings - Cat and Shake Pen Kit (#PKSHAKEBU — 2 pc set)
Mandrel: 7mm Pen Mandrel
Barrel Trimmer: 10mm Barrel Trimmer (#PKTRIM10) or Squaring Jig
Mix & Match:
Combine the Shake Ballpoint Pen Kit with any other single pen kits to unlock the highest discount levels!
Kit Includes
Pen components — tip, threaded coupler, shake mechanism assembly, clip/cap (blank not included)
2 brass tubes (upper barrel + lower barrel, 2.125" each)
Specifications
Style: Ballpoint
Design Detail: Gravity-activated shake-to-extend / shake-to-retract mechanism
Blank Size: ¾" × ¾" × 4-3/4" minimum (two blanks required)
Drill Size: 10mm
Refill Type: Cross Style Ballpoint Refill (sold separately)
Why Turners Love This Kit
The shake mechanism is a genuine crowd-pleaser — every person you hand this pen to will shake it a dozen times before they ever write a word.
The two-barrel design doubles the blank showcase, making it a perfect canvas for dramatic resin pours, highly figured wood, or eye-catching acrylics.
Straight profile and standard 7mm setup means fast assembly and a great fit for turning nights, craft shows, or batch production.
Pens with a story sell — and nothing starts a conversation faster than watching someone discover a pen that writes without ever pressing a button.
Shake Ballpoint Pen Kits
Turn a pen that writes like no other with the Shake Ballpoint Pen Kit. Inspired by the gravity-activated pens favored by pilots and adventurers, this kit lets you extend and retract the refill with a simple flick of the wrist — no click, no twist, just motion. Available in three finishes, it's a guaranteed conversation-starter and one of the most entertaining kits you'll ever turn.
What truly sets the Shake Pen apart is its gravity-activated shake mechanism. A quick downward shake extends the tip ready to write; another shake retracts it fully inside the barrel for safe pocket carry. The two-barrel design turns easily on a standard 7mm mandrel, and the full-size Cross-style refill delivers smooth, reliable ballpoint performance every time.
Features
Gravity-activated mechanism: Shake the pen down to extend the tip, shake again to retract — no button or twist required.
Full-size Cross-style refill: Uses a widely available Cross-compatible ballpoint refill for smooth, long-lasting writing performance.
Two-barrel design: Upper and lower barrels (each 2.125") screw together at the center, showcasing your blank in two complementary sections.
Easy to turn profile: Straight, forgiving blank geometry makes this an excellent choice for beginners and seasoned turners alike.
Versatile blank showcase: The 10mm bore and generous blank length let you feature dramatic wood grain, resin castings, or stabilized burls with impressive results.
Outstanding gift potential: The novelty "shake to write" action makes this pen a delight to hand to someone for the first time — it never gets old.
Three finish options: Pairs with 24KT Gold, Chrome, or Gun Metal hardware to complement any blank style.
Tooling Requirements
Drill Bit: 10mm
Bushings: Bushings - Cat and Shake Pen Kit (#PKSHAKEBU — 2 pc set)
Mandrel: 7mm Pen Mandrel
Barrel Trimmer: 10mm Barrel Trimmer (#PKTRIM10) or Squaring Jig
Mix & Match:
Combine the Shake Ballpoint Pen Kit with any other single pen kits to unlock the highest discount levels!
Kit Includes
Pen components — tip, threaded coupler, shake mechanism assembly, clip/cap (blank not included)
2 brass tubes (upper barrel + lower barrel, 2.125" each)
Specifications
Style: Ballpoint
Design Detail: Gravity-activated shake-to-extend / shake-to-retract mechanism
Blank Size: ¾" × ¾" × 4-3/4" minimum (two blanks required)
Drill Size: 10mm
Refill Type: Cross Style Ballpoint Refill (sold separately)
Why Turners Love This Kit
The shake mechanism is a genuine crowd-pleaser — every person you hand this pen to will shake it a dozen times before they ever write a word.
The two-barrel design doubles the blank showcase, making it a perfect canvas for dramatic resin pours, highly figured wood, or eye-catching acrylics.
Straight profile and standard 7mm setup means fast assembly and a great fit for turning nights, craft shows, or batch production.
Pens with a story sell — and nothing starts a conversation faster than watching someone discover a pen that writes without ever pressing a button.