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

How to Celebrate Fountain Pen Day
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!

Beginner’s Guide to Ink Bottles vs. Cartridges
bottled ink versus ink cartridges
  • 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 Best Italian Fountain Pens – Timeless, Elegant & Iconic
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.

Best Highlighter Pens for Study, Work & Creative Use
The best highlighters zebra mildliner
  • 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.

The Inaugural Empire State Pen Show Recap [2025]
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.

Back to School Supply List for Pen Enthusiasts [2025]
Back to School Supply List for Pen Enthusiasts [2025]
  • Aug 13, 2025

Back to School Supply List for Pen Enthusiasts [2025]

It's that time of year again and back-to-school is upon us. For 2025, we refreshed our best recommendations for writing tools and accessories that provide utility, value, and excitement to students.

Best Japanese Fountain Pens You'll Absolutely Love
Best Japanese Fountain Pens You’ll Absolutely Love
  • Jul 30, 2025

Best Japanese Fountain Pens You'll Absolutely Love

Fine writing is alive and well thanks in no small part to the craft, care and creativity of Japan and its many fountain pen enthusiasts. Explore some of our favorite Japanese fountain pen selections with this helpful guide!

Nahvalur Nautilus Fountain Pen Nib Comparison
Nahvalur Nautilus Fountain Pen Nib Comparison
  • Jul 25, 2025

Nahvalur Nautilus Fountain Pen Nib Comparison

In this post, we’ll dive deep into the current Nahvalur nib lineup and show you how each performs in terms of line width, smoothness, and ink flow. Whether you're a precise note-taker, a bold signature-maker, or someone looking to try out specialty nibs like a stub, this guide will help you pick your ideal match.