Fountain Pens
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Fountain pens are more than writing instruments – it’s a hobby and a lifestyle.
Why fountain pens beat regular pens – 10 key advantages
A fountain pen can transform your writing experience. Here’s what makes them stand out from regular ballpoints and gel pens. 🖋️ Smooth writing experience Fountain pens glide across paper with…
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Fountain pen myths debunked: common misconceptions explained
Fountain pens are often surrounded by myths that make them seem intimidating or inconvenient. But are these misconceptions accurate? Here’s a look at the most common myths about fountain pens—and…
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Why fountain pens and cursive work together
There’s a reason many people who pick up a fountain pen eventually fall in love with cursive handwriting—each complements the other in a way modern tools (hmmm maybe the Apple…
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How to select the right fountain pen nib: tips for beginners
A good nib is key to an enjoyable writing experience, and finding the right one can enhance how you express yourself on paper. Nib sizes explained Fountain pen nibs come…
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Fountain pen friendly notebooks that aren’t Rhodia or Tomoe River
Edit: Updated article from 2020. Removed Stalogy; added Cosmo Air Light In the fountain pen world, Tomoe River and Rhodia are probably the paper brands that you would hear quite…
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My new fountain pen purchasing philosophy
My interest for fountain pens has plateaued over time – which is natural for those in a collection hobby. I only recently got back into the hobby when I started…
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A few things I’ve learned from attending (a few) pen shows
I haven't attended a lot of pen shows but here are a few lessons I've learned from my limited experience.
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Ink samples are the best – here’s why
Buy ink samples first – this is one of the things that I wish I had done when I started with the hobby. Ink sampling is now (by far) one of…
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