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Black Friday and Cyber Week Pen Sales and Deals [2024]
  • Nov 19, 2024

Black Friday and Cyber Week Pen Sales and Deals [2024]

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

How Do You Nib Swap? Optimizing Your Writing Experience
  • Nov 15, 2024

How Do You Nib Swap? Optimizing Your Writing Experience

Take a deep dive into the world of nib swapping with our comprehensive guide. We'll explore the what, the why, and the how of changing the very heart of your fine writing instrument.

What Are Fountain Pen Converters And How To Use Them?
  • Nov 7, 2024

What Are Fountain Pen Converters And How To Use Them?

Fountain pen converters are an essential tool for pen enthusiasts who wish to enhance their writing experience. This guide covers everything you need to know, including what they are, how they work, the different types available, and how to use them effectively. Whether you're new to the world of fountain pens or an experienced writer, this guide will deepen your understanding and appreciation of fountain pen converters.

How to Celebrate Fountain Pen Day
  • Nov 1, 2024

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!

Why I Love Drawing with a Fountain Pen: Aesthetics Sustainability and Passion
  • Oct 28, 2024

Why I Love Drawing with a Fountain Pen: Aesthetics, Sustainability, and Passion

In this guest post, zentangle artist Trine Lise (@lykkeluna on TikTok) shares how fountain pens inspire her to create and keep her engaged in her process.

How To Get Fountain Pen Ink Off Skin: Safe & Easy Methods
  • Sep 20, 2024

How To Get Fountain Pen Ink Off Skin: Safe & Easy Methods

Fountain pen enthusiasts are no strangers to having inky fingers. There are so many ways for ink to spill, splatter, and splash. In this post, you'll find ways to remove ink from your hands and keep it from getting on your fingers in the first place.

Avoid Disappointment: Tips for Buying Limited Edition Fountain Pens Online
  • Sep 6, 2024

Avoid Disappointment: Tips for Buying Limited Edition Fountain Pens Online

Pens are supposed to bring us, the stationery and fine writing enthusiasts of the world, immense joy and happiness. So, it can be incredibly upsetting when a new pen arrives and falls way short of expectations. This article discusses how to address your mindset and how to shop for these types of pens online.

Fountain Pens vs. Rollerball Pens vs. Ballpoint Pens: Detailed Comparison
  • Aug 2, 2024

Fountain Pens vs. Rollerball Pens vs. Ballpoint Pens: Detailed Comparison

For those looking to invest in upgrading their handwriting, it's important to know the basic writing modes and how they can best serve your needs. In this post, we break down the differences and similarities of the world's most popular writing instruments: the fountain pen, rollerball pen, and ballpoint pen.

What is a fude nib?
  • Jul 23, 2024

What is a fude nib?

In the world of fountain pens, there are many different types of nibs. Some nibs affect the size of the line the pen puts down. Other nibs affect the shape of the line the pen puts down. This occurs due to the different shapes of the nibs. In this post, we explore an unconventional nib that creates a unique line - the fude nib.