After reading the headline I was surprised that the pen was of rather recent production and not vintage. “He had a thing about fountain pens... but I had no idea they were worth that much" That's a line probably uttered by many a collector's significant other. Lichfield Falklands war veteran’s last wish sees treasured pen … Continue reading Veteran’s Pen Raises Money for Charity
The Seattle Sketcher’s Tools
First three items listed, fountain pen and inks! Further in the article he notes how his choice of paper is based on how it works with a fountain pen. Ah, how uninteresting to those who don't understand...! Here’s what Seattle Sketcher carries in his sketching bag What type of pen do you use to sketch? … Continue reading The Seattle Sketcher’s Tools
Another Industry Impacted by Fountain Pens
Recently I was amused to find that the future of the ultrasonic market is affected by fountain pens. Today I note that fountain pens also impact the global market for osmium powder. Global Osmium Powder Market 2017- Top Metals International Limited, RENOVA Group and Siljewels Global Osmium Powder Market research report starts with basic introduction … Continue reading Another Industry Impacted by Fountain Pens
Montegrappa’s Affordable(?) Skull Pens
Looks to me like the copper version is a gussied-up version of their Moscow Mule pen, which isn't necessarily a bad thing! Montegrappa Introduces a Spooky New Scribbler Just in Time for Halloween The Merry Skull collection presents a cheerful take on a normally menacing Halloween motif. ...No stranger to the use of skulls in … Continue reading Montegrappa’s Affordable(?) Skull Pens
Family of Collectors in Louisiana
"They're all special". That's how I find I feel every time I look to thin the herd and pick a few to sell. Library displays family’s writing instrument collection Nell Talbot Legendre, her brother Billy Talbot and his wife Gwen Davidson Talbot have spent decades scouring flea markets, antique malls and thrift stores in search … Continue reading Family of Collectors in Louisiana
A Brick & Mortar Near Philadelphia
Normally I'm not an aficionado of this category of pens, but as this counts (in my book) as a brick and mortar store in the Philadelphia region, here you go. I can only wish he'd stock brand-name pens in addition to his own make. GW Pens Set to Hold Grand Opening of Brick & Mortar … Continue reading A Brick & Mortar Near Philadelphia
Faber-Castell’s Pen of the Year 2017
I like Graf von Faber-Castell pens, and collected this series for a number of years until the new offerings priced me out of the market. A Pen Fit for A Viking: Graf von Faber-Castell’s Pen of the Year 2017 The German pen maker pays tribute to the age of the Vikings with runic engravings and … Continue reading Faber-Castell’s Pen of the Year 2017
How’s this for a Story Opening Line?
Of course pens weren't the only illicit booty, and I won't say that I don't care about the others (including a Ferrari), but for the purposes of this blog we'll focus on the pens. Feds seize $350K, second luxury pen in FCA-UAW scandal Detroit — FBI agents have seized $354,000 and rare $35,700 fountain pens … Continue reading How’s this for a Story Opening Line?
Pelikan’s Latest Souverän M800 Size
The Souverän M800 (the Ocean Swirl is technically an 805 since it has silver trim) is one of my favorite pens. It's size is large yet not cumbersome, and it writes flawlessly. I love the classic green stripe, but also enjoy the variety that has been available in recent years. The Ocean Swirl Pen From … Continue reading Pelikan’s Latest Souverän M800 Size
On Your Choice of Writing Implement
A very thoughtful essay on choice of writing instruments by a high school student . Ever think about size of pencil lead? Writing is a form of self-expression, and the tool we choose to write with, though seemingly insignificant, is part of our identity. Just like handwriting, word choice and phrasing, the medium in which … Continue reading On Your Choice of Writing Implement
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