Goldspot Pens Magazine of Pens, Inks and Fine Writing Gifts

Dec 6, 2025

Best Fountain Pens for Small Handwriting

Much as we all can appreciate a thick nib laying down aesthetically pleasing gobs of ink, there will always be both preferential and practical reasons to write small. Some writers just have that inclination. Others will consciously do so to save paper and page space. We've compiled this list of great selections for (literal) fine writers.

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Nov 26, 2025

Black Friday and Cyber Week Pen Sales and Deals [2025]

The best Black Friday deals in fine writing are here at Goldspot Pens. Our Cyber Week of pen sales starts Wednesday, November 26th with discounts, special, offers, and free gifts.

Nov 17, 2025

Holiday Pen Gift Guide [2025]

Using our 20+ years of experience in the pen industry, we developed this list of budget-conscious writing gift ideas that give you plenty of pen for the money and are available in a wide array of crowd-pleasing colors and styles.

Various demonstrator fountain pens set in a radial pattern.

Nov 11, 2025

Types of Pens & How to Pick One with the Right Ink

When making the crucial decision of how to refill your fountain pen, do you opt for the convenient cartridge, or do you dip with the converter? We explore the benefits and drawbacks of both filling methods.

Fountain Pen Day 2025 Swag and Gifts with Purchase

Nov 10, 2025

How to Celebrate Fountain Pen Day

Fountain Pen Day is the first Friday of November. Officially established in 2012 by fountain pen enthusiast Cary Yeager and others within the online pen community, this day celebrates the writing instrument. Over the years, retailers, pen clubs, and social media influencers celebrate the unofficial holiday with special events, discounts, gifts, and giveaways. Find out how you can celebrate!

Nov 5, 2025

Beginner’s Guide to Ink Bottles vs. Cartridges

When making the crucial decision of how to refill your fountain pen, do you opt for the convenient cartridge, or do you dip with the converter? We explore the benefits and drawbacks of both filling methods.

Top 7 Italian Fountain Pens - Aurora 14kt gold flex nib

Oct 29, 2025

Top 7 Best Italian Fountain Pens – Timeless, Elegant & Iconic

Italian fountain pens are known for their bold design, expressive nibs, and a craftsmanship that balances tradition with artistry. These pens bring together beautiful materials and thoughtful engineering in a way that feels distinctly personal. Whether you’re building your collection or choosing a reliable everyday writer, this post makes a case for 7 top-tier Italian pens to explore.

Oct 24, 2025

Best Highlighter Pens for Study, Work & Creative Use

With so many highlighter options available, it's hard to know which pen will make your notes stand out. In this post, we highlight all the best hi-liter pens and markers for work, study, and creative use.

Empire State Pen Show by @erdem_cetintas

Oct 19, 2025

The Inaugural Empire State Pen Show Recap [2025]

Recapping the Inaugural Empire State Pen Show from the perspective of a first-time vendor and long-time pen enthusiast.

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