If there’s one thing I really like about Sailor it’s perhaps the playful and colourful approach they’ve taken recently, and it seems I’m not the only one as this kind of approach is enjoying a lot of success among pen enthusiasts and collectors, and I’m talking about their Cocktail Series. While […]
Author: Nick Neghina
Happy Handwriting Day
Today, more than ever, is a good time to pick up your fountain pen, get some quality paper out of your desk drawer, make yourself a good cup of coffee and put pen to paper as we celebrate International Handwriting Day. Although we live in a digitalised world that pushes […]
Montegrappa’s New 007 Spymaster Duo Pays Homage to the 60th Anniversary Of The First Bond Film
Fans of the legendary Bond now have another reason to rejoice, as Montegrappa has developed a special limited edition to celebrate the 60th anniversary of the first film. No one probably expected that Sean Connery’s “Bond, James Bond” line in “Dr. No” (1962) that opened the fascinating series would become […]
Pen Shows To Attend In 2023
I’ve always been of the opinion that a Pen Show is to a pen collector what a Motor Show is to a car enthusiast. And I’m not saying that just because of all those incredible editions or prototypes that are shown but mostly because of the ambience there. If you […]
Rose Quartz is the New Pelikan Edelstein® Ink of the Year 2023
If the ink of 2022 was inspired by the fascinating apatite and its cool blue-green tones, this year’s developments have led the German brand to rose quartz, which has become the muse of this year’s ink. Given its pale pink colour, beautiful translucency and vitreous lustre, it’s no wonder Pelikan […]
Platinum To Exhibit at Ambiente 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany
Fountain pen enthusiasts and collectors in Europe now have another reason to rejoice as one of Japan’s leading manufacturers will be exhibiting some of its work at Ambiente 2023 in Frankfurt, Germany according to the announcement published on the official website on 23.12.2022 Held annually in February at Messe Frankfurt […]
5 Pens to Flex at New Year’s Eve Party
Here we go again. Christmas is over and we’re heading towards New Year’s Eve – another chance to sip champagne and spend quality time with your friends, brag about that fancy ski vacation you’ve just booked in the French Alps or gossip about the dull Christmas dinner you’ve been invited […]
3 Best Releases of Montblanc in 2022
Year after year, Montblanc has outdone itself and 2022 was no exception. From the Brothers Grimm special edition or the new Meisterstuck Glacier, to the adorable Rouge et Noir baby, this year Montblanc paraded some of its most impressive editions, much to the delight of collectors and enthusiasts. With deep […]
Montblanc Patron of Arts 1992-2022 – A Marvellous Series Has Come to an End
Ever since its launch in 1992, the Montblanc Patron of Arts series has honoured some of the world’s legendary figures with an impressive collection of pens each year. For collectors, this series has been not only a delight but a valuable treasure, with many today taking pride in having at […]
There Is No Better Time To Write a Greeting Card Than Now
The festive season is just around the corner, and amidst gifts, cakes, hot chocolate and gingerbread, it’s a perfect time to write a greeting card to your loved ones. For now, let’s forget about emails and grab a fancy card, a fountain pen and some ink and write a few […]