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Offline recurvericky

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writing on bows
« on: August 04, 2008, 12:53:00 AM »
What is the best pen etc to use when writing on a bow? Such as a bowyer signing the bow.
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Offline b.glass

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Re: writing on bows
« Reply #1 on: August 04, 2008, 01:21:00 AM »
I used a fine point sharpie.
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Offline Koko Bow

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Re: writing on bows
« Reply #2 on: August 04, 2008, 05:15:00 AM »
The best IMO is from Faber Castell.  It is a Pitt Artist Pen.  The pen contains India Ink and comes in a variety of tip sizes.  I like the superfine tip.  $2.99 at Hobby Lobby.
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Re: writing on bows
« Reply #3 on: August 04, 2008, 08:40:00 AM »
I have used a Sharpie in the past but now use India ink with a quill pen.     Pat
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Offline The Singing Bowyer

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Re: writing on bows
« Reply #4 on: August 04, 2008, 10:13:00 AM »
I like the artist pen, also...so long as my wife is the one writing it! I am a bit challenged when it comes to handwriting...
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Offline recurvericky

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Re: writing on bows
« Reply #5 on: August 04, 2008, 09:07:00 PM »
Thanks guys, I tried the extra fine Sharpie, but if was not very dark. I had to go over it twice.
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Offline Pat B

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Re: writing on bows
« Reply #6 on: August 04, 2008, 10:45:00 PM »
Sharpies will also fade over time. Thats why I went with India ink.     Pat
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Offline Charlie Lamb

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Re: writing on bows
« Reply #7 on: August 05, 2008, 10:54:00 AM »
I really like Gelly Roll pens in silver or gold with the medium tip. Did a search on line and bought a dozen each for reasonable money.

If you have an artist supply store or drafting supply nearby try the "Rapidoliner" pens. Reasonably priced, in any tip size you'd want, and the ink doesn't fade or disappear under finish.
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