The world of fountain pens and its disciples is contrarian in nature. I know many people who spend in excess of $1000 on a single pen, and yet balk at spending more than $20 on paper. Similarly, I noticed a trend of looking for value in inks while simultaneously ignoring an utter lack of value…
J. Herbin 1670 Stormy Grey + Pilot Penmanship + Time = ?
The biggest problem with having so many fountain pens is that when I endeavour to test a combination it takes literally months for me to work through. I reviewed the J. Herbin Stormy Grey a while back and promised to keep you updated on the impact of those shiny gold flakes with regards to what…
Hero 366 Fountain Pen Review (Spoiler: It Sucks)
I have been slacking with my review output recently and whilst I shan’t make excuses, the reality is that it’s all Platinum’s fault and not mine. I have been rocking the same pen over the past month and have had very little inclination to change it up. It’s a weird hobby, scribbling. I have so…
The “Jap” No. 2 Fountain Pen Identification? Update – Identified!
Update: Thanks to Leigh Reyes and David Nishimura, I have the following information; “English Syringe-filler with a cap from a Japanese pen. First decade or two 20th century. Made for retail by W H Smith” – Alright folks, before we get into this weird pen I received in the mail today, I would like to…
De La Rue / Onoto “The Koala Pen” Fountain Pen Review
De La Rue is a legendary British (former) manufacturer of ink dispensing tools, famed for its Onoto (the original plunger-filler). It’s a pretty damn common sight amongst various auction sites and thrift stores in the UK. I purchased “The Koala Pen” in pretty shoddy condition and fully serviced it, so bare that in mind with…
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