Fountain Pen and Stationery

Let's cover some spectrum of news today, Platinum is increasing their pen prices yet again, Decapod production resumes, new paper and some recent releases. Goods/Topic covered:Platinum Price IncreaseIA NotebookLeonardo X NibsandFlourishes Aster-bouquetBenu Euphoria - Summer Spritz Lamy 2025 Limited releasePilot Vanishing Point LE- Star and Moon Vanishing Point Decimo - Kobe Gradation - Higashi-Kawasaki Harbor Mint

Looks like the trend of more JP stationery stores opening up to the international market continues, ant the new store carries something that might just be useful for glass dip pen users. Frank also discuss his newest acquisition on the EDC realm, along with a small issues.Hachimonjiya Opening International ShippingGlass Dip Pen CleanerLittle-Craft-place-x-Penlux-Field-of-BluebonnetsOpus-88 Poseidonal-star aubergine denimKakimori Pop Up StoreWritech Retractable-fountain Pen

Frank finally has some time to record down his feedback/review of the Hobonichi Techo 5 Year Journal and gets into an extended rant about tariff then finally goes back to topic and discuses recent pen release. Good Mentioned:Opus 88 Demonstrator Mocha Mousse PVD FPPlatinum 3776 century - Mountain-MistSailor Opaque InkNahvalur Voyage In Cherry BlossomTitanium Alloy Fountain Pen EDC Business Office Student Signature Stationery Pen

Colorverse already has their 2025 inkvent up for pre-order? Frank is wondering which one is better value, practically and emotionally, between the Diamine vs the Colorverse ink set. Then let's move on to discuss Leonardo, Lamy and Delta's new pen release, and a retailer currently in trouble that you may want to avoid using. Colorverse 2025 InkventLeonardo Momento Grande Zero 2.0 - SakuraLamy Safari - Scarlet?Lamy Ink - Petro & SepiaNibs.com Bankruptcy and a warningDelta DV Mid-Size Fountain Pen Reservoir

Frank adds adds his impression of Visconti Il Magnifico Calacatta Gold at the CA Pen show, discuss reasons causing written ink to fade, reasons for someone's pen decoration to deteriorate, his new machined none-Fountain Pen, and a few new products. Goods discussed:Visconti Il Magnifico Calacatta GoldDocument / Permanent inkRotoSelect: modular EDC storage and display systemNahvalur (Narwhal) Nautilus Fountain Pen - Dreamy NightEdison Collier Fountain Pen - Mermaid's Whisper

Alrighty, the 2025 CA pen show has come and gone. Let's talk about interesting merchandises Frank has seem at the show, goods he bought and didn't buy, and his general experience and thought about the California pen show.Goods Mentioned:sakuradragonStilform.com Flow-rollerball-penEsterbrook Estie Nouveau BlueCarolina Pen Companyhttps://fountainpendulum.square.site/s/shopLeuchtturm1917.us Drehgriffe ballpointPlotter Mini 5KyuseidoZodiac PenGabby WaxFranklin Christoph.com - Art EngravedDromgoolesMagna Carta PenSey Pen

CA Pen Show starts soon, time for Frank to sort out exactly what he wants to find in pen show this year. A few new release has caught Frank's attention, let's take a look what they are. Goods mentioned:Red Lamy Dialog 3 in Chinese Calligraphy nibLeonardo Momento Magico AmethystLeonardo Momento Magico Sea SandPelikan Edelstein 2025 Apricot- AchatOppus 88 Buffalo HornEsterbrook Estie King-of-the-night

Let's go over a few pen release, another Japanese pen maker's price increase, Frank's personal fountain related issues at work, and some seemly impossible advise from PelikanGoods/link mentioned:Sailor Price HIkeMyCypress Sparkling Colors Gold FoilOpus 88 - Mini HuggingOpus 88 - Mini FlyingNahavalur - Year of the Snake

Frank discusses his current state in the hobby and his approach toward future pen purchases, some personal experience on run in with fake jewelry and goes over a few pen cases and release that caught his eyes. Sey Pen CaseNagasawa-Odyssey-Snow-White-leColorverse 2025 inkHongDian Dragon

Frank goes over some over the holiday pen release, recent events in life, and goes his worst and best purchases in 2024. TWSBI Eco in AmazoniteNew Shuttle nib from Colorverse.Dip Pen Nib..?Dip Pen Nib HolderBungubox Extra Large Single Pen WrapScholdesign new Titanium shellSchon design new Titanium shell FPVisconti CheckMateBungubox SIlent NightEnsso Bolt Action Pen in BrassNahvalur nautilus-fountain-pen-xmas-2024 LE

Fountain Pen day has come and passed, let's take a look at some recent release, and talk about some small purchases Frank made during fountain pen day. Titanium Alloy Giant Extra Large Heavyweight PenEnsso - Urushi-ebonite-kuro-tame-nuriSakae - iroful loose leaf paper a5 dot gridMidori paper pad soft color a5 dot grid

Frank goes over some recent? limited release, including a few in season, Halloween designs and talk about his recent stationery related purchase and missed opportunity. Goods mentioned:Lamy 2k in GreenHello Kitty X Kaweco 50 year AnnyMonte Grappa Regal Year of the DragonBenu Euphoria Hot ToddyAncora Antique Bouquet Silver/Clear RedAncora Antique Bouquet Pink/BeigeMagna Magna Carta Sapphire Grand HalloweenNahvalur-original-plus halloween-2024ScribePens Halloween Eve

Frank talks about recent releases, his thought on some shops in Japan finally opened up to foreign customers, his experience at CanJam, and a warning to new fountain pen buyers.Lamy 2K in GreenLamy 2K in GreenSailor Tiger Strip KOPPilot Custom Urushi BlueAtlas Stationers - Visconti Voyager Mariposa Painted BeautyAtlas Stationers - Visconti Voyager Mariposa MalachiteGarfbobby Craftworkshop

Looks like Urushi/Maki-E production has continued in some parts of Wajima, Bungubox's now introduced new Maki-E Twsbi Eco, Sailor is a roll with their limited edition iridescent pens.Frank goes over the recently introduced three new Iroshizuku ink colors, some pen releases, and recent drama that came up in the pen community. Goods mentioned:Bungubox Twsbi Eco Jelly FishBungubox Twsbi Bungubox Twsbi Eco EgyptPoesiebungu LEAncora Iridescent LE FPThree new Iroshizuku ColorsEnso Bolt Fountain pen at kick starter pricePelikan - m800 Cream BluePelikan Toledo M910 whiteFine Writing Int X Yoseka - Bronze AgePenBBS Dragon Engraved Sterling Silver PenTactile Turn Switch

Frank goes over some recently released fountain pens, a certain manufacturing process and item that has peaked his interest, and a new competitor of invent has arrived. Goods MentionedNahvalur EclipseEsterbrookpens Back-to-the-landsEDM : Electrical discharge machining stamp glassophy bunbou Foxy Dip penThe new Colorverse - ColorventNew Lamy Al-StarAtlas X Edison - Our Home LELeonardo Officina Italiana - art of guilloche

Another wave of inflation is hitting Japan pen manufacturer for the second time this year, Frank discusses his recent purchase at a local value store and goes over some recent release, while Frank finally realized the exactly what is the Lamy “Hunt” series in Mandarin. Goods covered in this episode:MAJOHN Titanium Alloy Ti-136Cross Wanderlust SeriesPelikan Warm Grey M670Pelikan M200 Golden Lapis Asvine P20Muzepen Otter Limited EditionInk House Hong Kong LE series

Collins and Frank shares their recent finds and shares their result of the “milk tea” color fountain pen ink search. Goods mentioned:Shibui North Engraved Aluminium Fountain PenBigIdesign TI - Arto EDCTomsstudio Lumos-mini-variantReview of Robert Oster Caffe CremaSailor Ink Studio 273Kala Island No.38 Sweet PotatoPennonia - Selyempezsgő Velvet ChampagneKobeＩＮＫ物語×felissimo chocolate museumHanabi Glass Studio - Bubble Tea Glass PenKyuseiso 9 faceted Foutain PenSheaffer 100 Coffee-editionSheaffer vfm coffee edition

Frank gave a brief review on Midori Cotton notebook (20%) vs the normal Midori notebook paper and discusses his miss conception regarding to color composition and finally figured out why some ink color combo didn't exactly went the way he was expecting.He proceeds to discuss some recent pen & ink release, and a recent advice he heard/learn regarding to crowd funding.Goods discussed:Lamy Safari Song Dynasty3D poster cards on Wanderlust Magna Carta Old Glory Sapphire Grand2024 Inkvent BlackFerris Wheel Press New 10ml ink bottleTWSBI Vac700R Kyanite BlueMajohn P136 Titaniumpentonotelife.com Yonomori-sakura inkYonomori-sakura Fountain pen

Frank discuses some recent release in fountain pen world, his recent acquisition, a new skin care product for fountain pen users and the return of a community favorite nib smith. Gold Spot Exclusive Retro-51 Tornado fountain pen - In coffee houseEndless - CaptivaRegalia Writing lab ReturnsMAJOHN N7 Checkerboard PenPilot USA 2024 Vanishing Point LiPilot USA 2024 Vanishing Point Limited EditionColorverse - Hand Ink Remover

Good discussed:Bungubox X Esterbrook - KachofugetsuDiamine Inkvent 2023 Purple EdiitonBenu Euphoria

Collins and Frank Catching up on current event of their lives and jump back into discussing recent pen release and designs. Mean while, Frank felt obligated to point out a unfortunate color and naming scheme on some of the pens as discussion went on…Goods covered:Otto Hutt - Fountain pensTailored Pen Company - Kentucky DerbyVinta inks Afterglow - PusanPelikan Maki-e Ivy and Komon M1000Ancora - Melon SodaLeonardo x Stilo&Stile - Desert NightVisconti - Iris GardenIkkaku - Butterfly???Laban - Snow

Frank discuses some recently released fountain pen, his recent fountain pen usage and journey, shares his current opinion on kick starter, and his thought on hobby burn out and how to prevent/slow it. Goods discussed:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/modern-fuel/the-modular-minimalist-machined-fountain-pen-for-every-dayEnsso Ultem fountain pen SaleEsterbrook model J Capri BlueLeonardopen Dodici-magmaticaBenu Steamboat

Collins and Frank discusses their recent fountain pen discovery and Frank's purchases. Collins brings up the concept of no buy or low buy year, only to realized he has already failed the challenge. While reviewing recent release, the duo realized Visconti finally release a new pen that both of them really enjoyed the design. Goods Mentioned:Magna Carta Mag 600Visconti Magnifico Calacatta GoldLemon M2S China Four Great BeastsPanda PenEnsso Titanium Bolt Action Fountain PenPenbbs Engraved nibNatami "Warp Drive"' Pen#8 Size MoonmanPelikan 1000 Renaissance Montegrappa Frankenstein Le

Let's go over the recent release in fountain pen space, from low price pens like the Cultpen Maki-e to Pilot Pro Gears. Frank also shares his recent issue with Platinum chou kuro, his unfruitful attempt at trouble shoot with them, and some issues with JP to USA shipping. Goods covered in this episode:Monte Grappa Deep SeaEdison Collier Blue-NebulaSailor Pro Gear slim Pen of the Year Celestial Grey SESailor Professional Gear Roppongi gold Ginza SilverBen Walsh New NibPlatinum Preppy Modern Maki-e Second releaseCampus Lay Flat NotebookSailor Pro Gear mechanical PencilLamy ABC Mechanical PencilLamy 2000 Black-Makrolon Mechanical Pencil

Collins and Frank comment on the new Kaweco Piston Pen and limited edition release, Frank's new TABINOSIZUKU - Cosmic Feather Glass Pen, new Sailor & Black wing release and some unexpected changes to Frank's fountain pen.Goods discussed:Kaweco New Piston FillerSorry, only discord photos on the Lamy New LE Al Star for now. New Sailor TuzuGlow in the Dark Black Wing 602 LEKaweco Sport - Apricot Sport

LAMY got bought out!!!!!! but maybe it's for the better?Frank discusses the recent LAMY acquisition, New Pen & pencil he has purchased and some recent product releases. Goods/News mentioned:LAMY acquisitionPlatinum Shape of Heart Chai Latte LE EditionNew Maruman NotebookStiloe Stile Grind your Nib ServiceAutmog

CA Pens show and has come and gone, Frank shares his experience of the show and items that piqued his interest. Goods Mentioned in the podcast:Lusso pensPlotter notebookCurnow Bookbinding & LeatherworkkyuseidoFifty4T

In today's episode, Collins shares exactly what he's been working on in recent weeks and shares his result. Frank discusses his recent mishaps, in both fountain pen related incidents and personal life. Goods/website mentioned:https://soeandsoe.com.auVisconti Year of the DragonReddit Post on Fountain Pen inkUniball One P Gel PenNamoki Watch ModsBottleHead headphone Amp

Welcome everyone to the first episode of of 2024!Frank discusses the updated fountain pen line up for Pilot Japan, New releases since their last episode, and news regarding to urushi lacquer wares from Wajima, Japan. Goods/website discussed in Podcast:PIot JP current line upProduction Pause Notice from NakayaBungubox's Notice on stop production of Maki-E PensBungubox's donation link for Mr.Hino (Bungubox' Maki-E artist)PenBBS Calligraphy NibsEnsso Retractable Fountain PenBungubox Glass Dip PenNew SCHON Design Benu Viper PenEndless Stationery BottlesNew Tailored pen Company offeringAppelBoom USA (Boston) Store closingHongdian Now available on EbayShibui North

Happy Holidays Everyone!!! This episode was recorded a bit late, regardless, please enjoy our Holiday special review of theDiamine 2023 InkVent Calendar

Collins and Franks having a discussion regarding to new purchases and shares a few new holiday release pens. Frank proceed to talk about his most recent keyboard purchases and the never ending “end game” keyboard purchase has has made in recent time. Collins proceeds to discuss his recent sales, purchases, and the duo discusses Hello Kitty products. Goods Mentioned:Nahvalur New Limited edition Fountain pen Magna Carta Christmas LENew Hello Kitty Collab

Collins is finally back after a short break! Discusses his current situation and also shares some of his & friend's recent findings. Frank discusses his recent ink purchases, recent winter fountain pen releases, what pen would you NOT buy, and a rambling conversation regarding to audio. Goods mentioned:otonari kobo Glass Stationery wareFeather Shaped Glass dip penAncora Jeweled Shape ink releaseMaruzen Athena - Sepia Brown (sorry, no direct product link for this one)LV "Poop pen"Goulet Benu Earl Grey LELeonardo New Pen releaseBungu box HatsuyukiNOVA STUDIO ULTEM TI Sale

Frank shares his recent fountain pen sales finds, purchase, and wonders if listeners specifically wait for fountain pen related sales for purchases. Purchasing habits pollsGoods and sales discussed:New Limited Cultpen Nautilus by NahvalurEndless Pens Black Friday Speciallondonpenco Black Friday salesKaweco Art Sport Bungubox sale, free shipping to USA after 400,000 Yen

Frank goes over some recently release, a new fountain pen maker he discovers recently, and on going sales in the fountain pen space. Goods covered:Ester Brook - Estie RavenEurekaFPNahvalur - Obsidian PumpkinPlatinum 3776 x Hachimonji - Hatsu YukiGoldSpot - Ferris Wheel Ink saleScrittura Elegante Closing saleOpus 88 mini - baby beluga

Frank shares the recent QC issue on a keyboard group buy, new notebook from Japan, pursuit of new minimalistic wallet. The duo also also take a look over some recent sale & release with a quick discussion of celluloid. Goods mentioned:New Conid DropsPen Venture Anniversary saleNewton Pen DropsNAKABAYASHI Yu-Sari NotebookArticle on CelluloidWe can be reached atInstagram Website Email

The duo take a look into recent fountain pen release, share their recent acquisition and a discussion the possible future of Chinese fountain pen brands. Goods discussed in this episodeHongDian Qin DynastyNahvalur Voyage Cosmic GreyEdison Premiere Fountain Pen - DragonessTWISBI Kai Kakimori Free World Wide ShippingAjoto up coming projectFountain Pen Therapy on Notebooks (Volume Warning)Kilk - Celestial Selene

Frank and Collins talk about some recent planner release and alternative solutions. The two then proceed to discuss recently released pens. Goods mentioned:PlotterLeuchtturm1917 Springback BinderKokuyo-CampusLihit Lab Pastello Twist RingPelikan Red White2024 Hobonichi TechoTravelers Notebook New refillSailor's "new" Sterling Silver 1911Kakari-fs

Collins and Frank taking a look over some recent pen release, and Collins shares his recently purchased Sailor Dopton Hocoro dip pen. Goods discussed in episode:Opus 88 ZodiacDisney X Pilot CaplessVisconti Opera Master EssenceSailor Dopton HocoroJacob's instruction on fitting G1 Gel to Retro 51 (and similar pens)

We are finally backed on our regular schedule!!!! Collins and Frank talked about their recent fountain pen/stationery journal. Frank shares a certain reddit post on finding the ugliest pen as a gag gift, and the two look at some recent releases. Goods/media mentioned:Nahvalur Narwhal Voyage Vacation Cancun SEThe ugliest Pen has arrivedHonorable MentionMad Science Pen CompanySkogsy PenSkogsy Pocket PenSkogsy the Chonky Pocket PenHobonichi Techo on Transition to Tomoe PaperNahvalur Ikkaku- Lan YueNahvalur Yu-Tu - Jade RabitSchon Design New PenLeonardo X Pen Boutique - Momento Zero Usagiya LE Vanishing Point

Collins discuses his recent live event, the two proceed to discuss their recent fountainpen & stationery usage and every day…. carry?Goods discussed:Mnemosyne notebook B6Plotter NotebookNote by Frank, yes, I have no idea how I forgot this brand nameRockstead Ryo

Collins talk about his experience hosting a introduction to fountain pen for his co-workers. The two shares their short review on the new Platinum “Chou Kuro” pigment ink.Frank brings up the the new Colorverse USA ink and new Gravitas & CY CollabColorverse USA SpecialNew Gravitas Pens

Collins talk about his most recent acquisition of fountain pens and a small discover between shimmering ink and certain manufacturers. Frank shares his recent find on cheap, affordable fountain pen friendly notebook and the two continues to discuss some recently announced/released pens. Goods covered in podcast:Collins' New penNahvalu Voyage Price 2023 SENahvalur Voyage MiamiPelikan M1000 Raden Red InfinityAncora New Products

We have another special episode today. Michal from Tamenuri Studio joins us to discuss his passion with urushi lacquer and his journey on learning urushi lacquering techniques from scratch. Michal's website:https://tamenuri.comInstagramWe can be found, at Fountainpenandstationery.comFPS Instagram

Collins and Frank look at a few of the recent pen release and comment on some recent development in the fountain pen communities. Goods mentioned in this episode:The Big Flex (/u/lord_cactus_)Blackest Ink Platinum Chou KuroNahvalur Horizon CollectionPrimo Glass Dip Pen (looking familiar?)Mad Science Pen Company

Collins and Frank first complaint about their recent shipping issues, and look at some recently released pen. including one very chubby penProducts discussed in this podcastBenu PenFerris Wheel Press Inkwell/Glass dip penMatsukoku Glass PenOpus 88 Zodiac Rabbit Fountain PenNew Sailor PenPlatinum Shape of Heart IvoirePlatinum GlamourMonty Winnfield Specialty Nib

Frank shares his opinion on his recently acquired pen chest and goes over two pens that recently caught his attention. Collins is putting together a beginner fountain pen trial/testing kit for his work, and questions Frank on what his choices would be. Goods covered in this episode:New Pen ChestBig ID Design Fountain PenMontegrappa Explorers WildColorverse Ink Card

Our first special guest episode!! Jon Andreson from RevolvingPens is here to discuss urushi pens with us. Jon can be found athttps://www.instagram.com/revolvingpens/www.youtube.com/@revolvingpens2341Our Instagramwww.FountainPenAndStationery.comfountainpenstationery@gmail.com Products discussedTianzi Fountain pensPilot Namiki Nippon ArtPlatinum IzumoNakayaTacciaDanitrioUrushi Studio India FBdistricturushibokumondohMorgan WisserAP Limited Editions

Collins and Frank discuses some recently released fountain pens, previous Gundam Collabs, and their philosophy on whether to spend money on experience vs material goods. Benu Sakura Cherry BlossomsLeonardo Guilloche Onde Ebonite Granata Custom LEPrevious Gundam collab 1Previous Gundam Collab 2Previous Gundam Collab 3Previous Gundam Collab 4Ancora 2nd AnniversaryNarwhal New Pen

Frank shares a Taiwanese fountain pen brand he recently came across, Mr. Cypress,the two then proceed to discuss some recently released pens.Goods mentioned:Mr Cypress Frank Pick #1Mr Cypress Frank Pick #2Mr Cypress Frank Pick #3Mr Cypress Collins Pick #1Mr Cypress Collins Pick #2Mr Cypress Collins Pick #3My Cypress Collins Pick #4Nahvalur New High End Urushi Fountain PenSpy X Family CollabOppus 88 Wine Bottle EditionIRL showcase

Collins and Frank share their experience at the California Pen show.Product/Booth Mentioned:Magna Carta PenSkogsy PensNamiki Raden YozakuraNamiki EmperorPlotter NotebookYamamoto Chiffon Paper (Frank might have miss pronounced this in the podcast)Sailor LE - 110 Anniversary EditionUrushipen.com Stolen PensHanabi Glass StudioschondsgnCY (Tokyostationpens)

*Audio Issues fixed, please re-download podcast to hear Collins' lovely voice*Frank and Collins answer a listener's questions and discuses the (in)consistency of Lamy nib sizes, Frank continues to share his findings of the week, includes a nib wetness tuning instruction, new stack nib maker and an amazing new pen material. Goods and media covered in this episode:Lamy Official Nib GuideReddit inks of the yearinteresting new nib materialAnother colorNib Wetness tuningNew stacked nibs