I’m always game to try a lower-end introductory fountain pen, particularly if I’m familiar with the higher end models the brand produces. All that is to say that when I saw the Pelikan Style Fountain Pen ($34) over at Jet Pens I was in. I’m a child of the 80’s and I get a kick…
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Fountain Pen Review: Sailor Fude De Mannen
While I’ve now been writing for the Desk for a while, one thing I have completely stayed away from is fancy nibs. I stick with my EF, F, M and occasionally a broad or a stub. I’ve never had a nib ground for me (I’ve had a few smoothed and tuned, but that’s it!) and…
Pen Parade: Kaweco x Hello Kitty Limited Edition Sport in Stardust Violet
I love Kaweco Sport pens. It was one of my first fountain pens and I continue to acquire them when I find a design or color in particular. So, today I thought I’d show off my latest acquisition: the limited edition Kaweco x Hello Kitty Sport ($80) called Stardust Purple. It is transparent purple embedded…
New FPD: Sailor x Mizutama Profit Junior Limited Edition Fountain Pen
I had a birthday a few weeks back, and a bestie who is into pens with me sent me a fun gift, a Sailor x Mizutama Profit Junior Limited Edition Fountain Pen. I had never heard of this pen before, but I’m always game for a Sailor! This particular limited edition collaboration is between Sailor…
Fountain Pen Review – Kakimori Frost Fountain Pen in Violet
Have you noticed that your fountain pen tastes change over time? Since I started collecting fountain pens, I felt like I mostly gravitated towards finer nibs. Those are my dad’s favorite (he’s been a fountain pen user since I was a kid) and I know Ana likes them fine and extra fine. And to be…
Review & Giveaway: Benu Pixie Fountain Pen
When Ana goes to pen shows, we all get gifts. Why should the Baltimore show be any different? Ana has recovered from her traveling and we got together for coffee this past weekend. She presented me with two boxes, courtesy of Luxury Brands USA, holding two of the new BENU Pixie Fountain Pens. You know…
Fountain Pen Review: NAGASAWA “Odyssey Snow White” LE
The Nagasawa Odyssey Snow White LE fountain pen ($375) is an exclusive Sailor fountain pen, based on the “Pen Style 2005 Mine” design, released through NAGASAWA in Japan and made available in the US through Vanness Pen Shop. The Pen Style 2005 Mine shape is a little different than the classic Pro Gear Slim design…