Oh no, I will not admit how many of these I have or have had. My Quest For My Ultimate Fountain Pen Part 2: The Italian Period by Martin Green Italians have the gift of making even the most common object look great. They can even make a coffee grinder with enough sex appeal to … Continue reading I Too Love Italian Pens
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Specialization: Canadian Fountain Pens
Click for full article. Some outstanding collections have laser-sharp focus. Toronto collector makes his mark with fountain pens Musician and composer Andrew Timar has developed a passion for fountain pens. His focus? Made in Canada.
Anderson Pens counterintuitive? Not to us!
Lengthy article about one of the well known pen sellers seen at most US pen shows. The Buzz: The write stuff in a digital age APPLETON Brian and Lisa Anderson’s business, Anderson Pens, is about as counterintuitive as you can get. Imagine selling pens, especially fountain pens, in this digital age of texting and tweeting? … Continue reading Anderson Pens counterintuitive? Not to us!
One Man’s Descent into Collecting
Unlike the author of this article I did not initially delve into fountain pens to improve my handwriting, nor did I learn to use a fountain pen in school. I do, however, have my grandfather's Parker, a 51 with his name engraved. And yes, I do have all of the models shown below, although I'm … Continue reading One Man’s Descent into Collecting
Fountain Pen Cleaning Solution a Waste?
Well, I think so, but J. Herbin is now the second company selling it of which I'm aware. My greater issue is that this article mentions flushing with hot water. I would caution to not use anything more extreme than lukewarm. J. Herbin fountain pen cleaning solution I far too frequently let ink dry inside … Continue reading Fountain Pen Cleaning Solution a Waste?
BMW Individual 7 Series Includes a Montblanc
Beautiful pen in a special color - free with your new BMW special edition! The “Montblanc for BMW” Centennial Fountain Pen. ...Montblanc has now developed this unique fountain pen, which is limited to 100 pieces and handed to every owner of the new “BMW Individual 7 Series THE NEXT 100 YEARS” model. The unmistakable Montblanc … Continue reading BMW Individual 7 Series Includes a Montblanc
Fred Krinke’s Fountain Pen Shop
Great to see independent pen stores thrive, and Fred has a great reputation. Business Profile: The Fountain Pen Shop Inc. The Fountain Pen Shop Inc. has been repairing and selling pens since 1922. A true family operation, owner and president Fred Krinke’s grandfather started the business with a partner after moving to Southern California from … Continue reading Fred Krinke’s Fountain Pen Shop
Another Beautiful Pelikan 800
As I acquired a 600-size Pelikan with this material for the binde and a black cap, this is not on my wish list. But Pelikans are without question the most reliable writers in my stable and the 800 is a great, albeit large size, this looks like another winner. German Penmaker Pelikan Makes Fountain Pen … Continue reading Another Beautiful Pelikan 800
A Visconti Crafted from Lava
This one in the original bronze trim has been on my wish list since it came out but I haven't pulled the trigger. Italian Penmaker Visconti Creates a Pen from Volcanic Lava ...The original Homo Sapiens collection, so named for the “big bang” connotation of volcanic eruptions and such, was trimmed in bronze in a … Continue reading A Visconti Crafted from Lava
This Montblanc Heritage I might buy
A pretty pen with a noteworthy heritage. Montblanc Celebrates 110th Anniversary With Heritage Writing Instruments ...This year sees Montblanc celebrate their 110th anniversary with a throwback to that very first fountain pen with the “Rouge et Noir”, a homage to the original design with a modern twist. The refreshed pen sees a slimmer and longer design alongside … Continue reading This Montblanc Heritage I might buy
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