{"product_id":"solid-fordite-thin-pen-blank-ft-0014-1116-x-5","title":"Solid Fordite THIN Pen Blank FT-0014 - 11\/16\" x 5\"","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSolid THIN Fordite Pen Blanks\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e11\/16\" Square × 5\" Minimum Length\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExperience the authentic industrial heritage of solid Fordite pen blanks — a rare material formed from decades of layered automotive overspray paint baked in factories during the hand-sprayed vehicle era. Each piece showcases mesmerizing banded patterns, vibrant color gradients, and unique swirls that capture a slice of automotive history without any resin casting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Blank Sizes\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese solid Fordite blanks are a little thinner and measure approximately 11\/16\" square by 5\" minimum length, slightly undersized for typical turning. The natural material delivers unpredictable layers of paint in striking visual character, making every blank one-of-a-kind.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCasting \u0026amp; Turning Story\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSolid Fordite turns with care using sharp carbide tools like our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/black-line-tools\"\u003eBlack Line carbide tools\u003c\/a\u003e or HSS at 2,000–3,000 RPM with light cuts. Sand wet from 220 up to 2,000 grit and fill minor voids with thin CA glue as needed. Finish with \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/magic-juice\"\u003eMagic Juice polish\u003c\/a\u003e for a deep glossy shine that highlights the historic layers. Minor variations and inclusions are part of its charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eProject Inspiration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for premium pens such as Sierra-style or Wall Street kits from our \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/sierra-clone-pen-kits\"\u003eCompatible Pen Component Sets\u003c\/a\u003e. Create daily carry pens, showpiece gifts, or display pieces paired with \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/pen-displays\"\u003ePen display stands \u0026amp; COA holders\u003c\/a\u003e. Explore more options in the \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/pen-blanks\"\u003ePen blanks\u003c\/a\u003e collection or the \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/hybrid-blanks\"\u003eHybrid blanks gallery\u003c\/a\u003e. For color enhancement try \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/all-mica-powder\"\u003eMica powders\u003c\/a\u003e. See related natural materials in \u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" href=\"\/collections\/maneater-alligator-jawbone-blanks\"\u003eManeater alligator jawbone\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhether crafting conversation-starting pens or historic relics, these solid Fordite blanks deliver unique results. Limited stock — each is a true piece of automotive Americana!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eStadium product images will appear here after you select related stadium products and reprocess (requires synced primary_image_src in local catalog).\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Stadium Pen Blanks","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51757828407529,"sku":"FT-0014","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0351\/5256\/0259\/files\/FT-0014-enhanced.jpg?v=1788029649","url":"https:\/\/stadiumpenblanks.com\/products\/solid-fordite-thin-pen-blank-ft-0014-1116-x-5","provider":"Stadium Pen Blanks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}