Top 5 Fountain Pen Inks (2023)
  • Jul 21, 2023
Top 5 Fountain Pen Inks (2023)

In this post, we’ll share our top 5 bestselling fountain pen inks of 2023 (so far) as well as our top 5 most popular inks, and my (Tom’s) 5 favorite inks. Using these 15 inks as a starting point, we’ll make some suggestions on how you can continue your journey into the world of fountain pen inks to explore new colors you’ll love.

Tom Answers #21PenQuestions
  • Jul 14, 2023
Tom Answers #21PenQuestions

Call it a challenge, a trend, or a writing prompt, the #21PenQuestions is a fun way to share your unique collecting habits with the pen community. Here, I (Tom) will do my best to answer all of these questions to the fullest degree of honesty and integrity. I haven’t looked at anyone else’s answers because I did not want to color my thoughts.

Alternatives to buying a Mont Blanc
  • Jul 10, 2023
Alternatives to buying a Mont Blanc

Ask a non-pen person what's a fancy pen they've heard of and they will invariably say "Montblanc," or the "one with the snowflake on top." As one would expect of a household luxury brand name, Montblanc pens can be prohibitively expensive. In this post, we'll take a look at which pens you can buy instead of a Montblanc. The idea is to obtain a world-class writing experience without the high price.

Should You Fly With A Fountain Pen In Your Luggage?
  • Jul 6, 2023
Should You Fly With A Fountain Pen In Your Luggage?

Are you traveling with fountain pens in an airplane? It’s critical to be careful when flying with fountain pens, before you take flight, here’s what to do!

Beginner's Guide to Fountain Pen Inks
  • Jun 30, 2023
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.

An Introduction To Vintage Fountain Pens
  • Jun 22, 2023
An Introduction To Vintage Fountain Pens

If you’re interested in learning about vintage fountain pens, which vintage pens to look at first, why people are into antique pens, and what some of the best vintage fountain pens might be, then this is the article for you.

Our Favorite Fountain Pen Forums
  • Jun 14, 2023
Our Favorite Fountain Pen Forums

Find a new pen pal. Browse our list of favorite forums to hang out and appreciate fountain pens with fellow pen aficionados from around the world.

Best Pen Gifts for Father's Day (2023)
  • Jun 2, 2023
Best Pen Gifts for Father's Day (2023)

With Father’s Day coming up, the hunt begins for the greatest “dad gifts” one can find on the internet. A nice pen makes an excellent gift because it is an embodiment of the unspoken tenets of the “Dad Philosophy”: be practical, unique, and old-fashioned. In this article, you’ll find specific pen gift recommendations that fathers will value.

The Beginner's Guide to Fountain Pens
  • May 31, 2023
The Beginner's Guide to Fountain Pens

Go from newb to aficionado with our complete guide to getting started with fountain pens. In this article, we compile all of our knowledge and advice for writers who are new to using fountain pens for the first time. After reading this guide, you'll feel confident and excited to take a deep dive into the world of fine writing.