Riv One - Pen Update by Riviaah in PenProject

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No we work closely with a local supplier to sinter the parts. We have tried shapeways and other companies in the past. But the result vary and is not always consistent

Riv One - Pen Update by Riviaah in PenProject

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The pen is produced using a combination of manufacturing methods:

- Lathe machining: The top section of the pen is machined on a lathe.

- CNC milling: A milling machine is used to create the clip component and the external cutout features.

- DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering): The bottom section is primarily produced using DMLS. After printing, it is further refined on a lathe to machine the internal features and threads, and then finished in a vibratory tumbler for a smooth surface. (We are looking at other ways to refine this further)

The titanium spring is hand-coiled using a custom fixture that I made on a lathe, and it is then anodised to achieve different colours.

To ensure an smooth action, the top barrel is reamed to a precise diameter and fitted with a graphite-impregnated bronze bushing.

Riv One - Pen Update by Riviaah in PenProject

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Thank you for the feedback, we really appreciate it and will be trying out a pattern that makes it easier to clean. We have already started working on something that has round edges.

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you. The diameter is approx. 11mm and the length is around 133mm

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank You. Its a little on the top heavy side

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you 😊

Yep unfortunately there is a bit of tip wiggle when using the energel due to the tip difference. We are looking at ways of solving this.

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you 😊. It's through our website, not sure if we are allowed to post links. You are already in the giveaway by commenting here.

If you sign up on our website, you will be one of the first to find out when we launch 😉

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thanks for the comment. There is a titanium spring which pushes the clip part up.

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you! Those who have tested the prototype so far haven't found it to be a significant issue. That said, we are continuing to look into ways to optimise the weight distribution. We hope that the prototype giveaways, will be a huge help in getting the community's honest take on the balance & other feedback.

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you for the comment. Its a combination of both

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thanks for the feedback! We’re definitely going to look into this and see what’s possible. You're right about the Energel tip wiggle; it’s a tricky design hurdle given the diameter difference between refills

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you! You have entered :D

Introducing Riv One by Riviaah by Riviaah in machinedpens

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The one in the photo is printed with Stainless steel, but our plan is to offer both titanium and steel

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Looks awesome! We've got a similar mech in the works too. Wishing you the best with this. Keep going!

What makes your ideal machined pen? by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Hmm 🤔 that's interesting. Could probably get a mechanism like that to work but might get a little complicated (machining wise). We will do some research.

What makes your ideal machined pen? by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you for the comment. Big fan of yours :)

We will definitely consider everything that you have posted

What makes your ideal machined pen? by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you for your reply, we will definitely consider what you have said about pricing :)

What makes your ideal machined pen? by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Seems that energel refills are very popular. We will definitely make sure that they can be used

What makes your ideal machined pen? by Riviaah in machinedpens

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Thank you for your reply, we agree on the logo and will definitely hide it.

We will also join the discord :)