Finding the perfect gift for your fountain pen obsessed loved one can be tricky. You might feel a bit intimidated with the wide array of selections and feel that you might get them the wrong gift.
One thing you might think is that the recipient of your gift might already have some of these items. Don’t worry, most of the fountain pen people enjoy having more pens, more inks, more paper. This gift guide will also contain relatively uncommon and affordable fountain pen related things that will definitely be appreciated by your loved on.
Pens, Ink, Paper
Moonman Wancai Pocket Fountain Pen
A lot of people in the fountain pen community have a collection of fountain pens. It feels tough to get them one sometimes because we’d think “maybe they already have this”. If you want to give someone a unique fountain pen, try getting them this clear pocket fountain pen by Moonman. Moonman is a relatively affordable Chinese fountain pen that writes surprisingly well. The material used is solid and doesn’t feel cheap for its price. The writing experience is also great. The Moonman Wancai is a small fountain pen that has a large ink capacity. Its clear design is one of its best features too since you can see the ink sloshing around whenever you use it.
Price: $
The Author (A5 Tomoe River Notebook) by GLP Creations
(Most) Fountain pen enthusiasts love Tomoe River paper so you won’t go wrong with the Author notebook. It’s made from Tomoe River paper, which is a special type of Japanese paper that works wonders with our fountain pen ink. This particular notebook comes in dot grid and lined format and comes in 5 different colors to choose from. The cover is made of material that’s almost like leather so there’s a classy feel to it. The fountain pen enthusiast in your life will thank you for this.
Price: $
Midori MD Notebook
Yet another notebook on our list! Some aren’t huge fans of the Tomoe River paper (some lefties don’t appreciate the inks slower dry time) so we’re adding a few alternatives to that. The Midori MD notebook is also one of the best fountain pen ink-friendly papers out there. It has the right amount of thickness but is a little less smoother than a Tomoe River or a Rhodia.
Price: $
Rhodia Dot Pad
A fountain pen user’s staple notepad – the Rhodia dot pad. It’s a reliable paper companion for a fountain pen enthusiast. It has perforated pages and feather-resistant and bleed-resistant paper.
Price: $
Passport-sized Traveler’s Notebook by Traveler’s Company
The leather traveler’s notebook is quite common with some fountain pen users too. Maybe it’s the leather aesthetic that makes it so appealing – but it’s also because it’s customizable. Fountain pen enthusiasts love paper and notebooks and would find a good excuse to use their pens and ink. The passport sized TN is a good companion for anyone who wants to carry a small notebook around.
Price: $
Kaweco Sport Fountain Pen (Brass)
If you decide to get your loved one a Traveler’s Notebook, maybe you could get them this pocket fountain pen by Kaweco. It’s an oldie but goodie (and doesn’t just come in brass). The brass fountain pen just has more character than a regular plastic or aluminum body. First off, it fits the Traveler’s Notebook’s aesthetic and it will also look pretty darn cool when it patinas overtime – giving it that more vintage-y look.
Price: $$
Pilot Iroshizuku 15ml Fountain Pen Ink Set
There are a lot of fountain pen inks to choose from. You can always opt to get them some ink samples from Goulet Pens or maybe an Ink Flight subscription box from InkJournal ($25/month).
Perhaps you can get them a beautiful set of Pilot Iroshizuku inks. The Pilot Iroshizuku inks typically come in bigger bottles but luckily, there are 3 pc sets of 15ml bottles available! Aside from the fact that these inks are fantastic, the packaging of the fountain pen ink really makes it a gift-worthy item.
Price: $
Accessories
Fountain Pen Ink Sample Vial Rack
Maybe you decided that ink samples would be a better gift. When you pick up a set of samples, why not throw an test tube rack along with it? Yes, a test tube rack! Your fountain pen ink obsessed loved one will appreciate this, for sure.
Price: $
Fountain Pen Ink Sample Vial Box
Well, this isn’t technically for ink sample vials but a shotshell box is perfect for ink samples! Because it’s covered, it’s easier to transport and also is protected from UV light (they can fade overtime if put in direct sunlight). You can actually surprise your loved one with ink samples already inside.
Price: $
Galen Leather Writing Box
Do you know someone who has a huge collection of stationery and writing tools? You might find the Galen Leather Writing box an interesting gift. Their Writing Box is one of their most popular items in store because it’s such a unique item with outstanding craftsmanship. The Writing Box isn’t just for writing but you can also use it as storage of pens, notebooks, scrapbook materials, etc.
Price: $$$
Fountain Pen Wooden Display Box
Just like watches, fountain pens deserve to be on display too. Give this wooden display box so that the fountain pen enthusiast in your life can store and showcase their fountain pens.
Price: $$
Galen Leather 5-slot Pen Case
Protect the fountain pens! You won’t go wrong with a nice leather fountain pen case. Galen Leather also offers fountain pen accessories such as this pen case. If you know someone who simply MUST bring a fountain pen wherever they go, then might as well get them a high-capacity one.
Price: $$
48-slot Fountain Pen Leather Case
You’re probably thinking: 48 fountain pens? Who the hell has that many? Actually, you’d be surprised how quite a lot actually need this kind of case. If you have a loved one that already has at least 10 fountain pens, you could consider getting them this case because chances are – they will buy more fountain pens.
Price: $$
Rocking Ink Blotter
The purpose of this rocking ink blotter is to hold the blotting paper in place. What’s a blotting paper? It’s a special type of paper that fountain pen users need to absorb the excess ink off the paper (so that it would dry faster). This paper prevents smearing and ink transfer and the rocking ink blotter is a tool to help with that.
Read more on Fountain Pen Love.
Price: $
Wax Seal Stamp Set
While it’s not exactly for fountain pens – the wax seal is somehow related to fountain pens. This specific set includes the stamp and wax. It’s a great gift because it’s packaged well and you can choose the letter monogram for the recipient.
Price: $
Page Anchor
The Page Anchor isn’t just for books – it’s a nifty tool for notebooks especially the Traveler’s Notebook. The Traveler’s Notebook doesn’t lay flat so a clip is usually recommended. The Page Anchor is quite unique in design and will definitely stand out as a gift.
Price: $
Books and Journals
The Art of Cursive Penmanship
If you have a loved one who is interested in improving their penmanship – specifically cursive, the Art of Cursive Penmanship might be a good workbook to give them.
Price: $
Some Lines A Day
Leuchtturm1917’s Some Lines a Day is a nice gift for people who want to keep records of events in a day and want to look back on it in the future. Each page contains the day in the year and then a few lines per year (for 5 years) for you to fill out.
Price: $
The Bullet Journal Method
Get the Bullet Journal Method – part self-help book, part Bullet Journal guide. This would be perfect for those who want to live a more intentional life and use their fountain pens while they are at it. The Bullet Journal Method is more than just a guide on the system but also teaches the readers how to reflect on their daily life.
Price: $
Bonus: The Well Appointed Desk‘s Col-o-ring Ink Testing Book
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