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How to Insert Ink Cartridge in a Fountain Pen
  • Jun 6, 2024

How to Insert Ink Cartridge in a Fountain Pen

In this article, we’re demystifying the process of how to use an ink cartridge to make your writing experience more seamless and enjoyable!

Beginner’s Guide to Fountain Pen Inks
  • Jun 5, 2024

Beginner's Guide to Fountain Pen Inks

What type of ink will work best for you? In this article, we’ll take you, step-by-step, into the deep end of fountain pen inks so you can best understand which ink is best for your fountain pen.

Lamy Safari vs. Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen
  • Apr 25, 2024

Lamy Safari vs. Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen

It's a skirmish of the starter fountain pens! In this post, we are pitting the Lamy Safari versus the Pilot Metropolitan in an all-out war of the written word. Which pen will win this decade-old rivalry? Let's find out!

How Does a Fountain Pen Work? The Inner Mechanisms of Pens
  • Apr 4, 2024

How Does a Fountain Pen Work? The Inner Mechanisms of Pens

Our comprehensive guide demystifies the workings of fountain pens, from their intricate nibs to the smooth ink flow, perfect for enthusiasts and beginners alike.

Who Uses Pens Today Anyway? Celebrities and their Pen Addictions
  • Jan 26, 2024

Who Uses Pens Today Anyway? Celebrities and their Pen Addictions

Besides pen collectors, there are plenty of people who use pens to elevate their thinking, creativity, and expression. In this article, we share the pen addictions of celebrities and noteworthy authors.

The 17 Types of Fountain Pen Nibs
  • Jan 19, 2024

The 17 Types of Fountain Pen Nibs

From the classic fine nib to the artistic stub nib, this expert guide to the various types of pen nibs will help “point” you in the right direction.

The 3 Best Hooded Nib Fountain Pens
  • Jan 5, 2024

The 3 Best Hooded Nib Fountain Pens

In this article, we discuss the unique design of hooded nib fountain pens, the reasons you should consider using them, and spotlight some of our best-sellers to make your choice easy. Hooded pens add a touch of luxury, sophistication, and hidden advantages that can improve your overall writing experience.

When Was the Fountain Pen Invented?
  • Dec 28, 2023

When Was the Fountain Pen Invented?

If you’ve ever wondered, “When was the fountain pen invented?” this article (a deep-dive into the fountain pen history) is for you.

Drawing With Fountain Pens: Why How And Which One?
  • Dec 19, 2023

Drawing With Fountain Pens: Why, How, And Which One?

When an artist embarks on a creative journey to make something new, one of the most effective ways to find a path forward is to go beyond the conventional tools and methods. Fountain pens aren’t nearly as common to an artist’s toolkit as pencils, markers, and watercolors, for example. This article makes the case that they should be considered as expressive, versatile, and durable tools for drawing