Nibs are a fascinating and complex topic that encompasses a wide range of factors, including materials, shapes, sizes, and manufacturing processes. As a result, it’s difficult to cover everything in just one article. In this series of articles, we will delve deeper into the world of fountain pen nibs, exploring […]
Author: Andrew Chorley
Beauty and Functionality – A Thought on The Namiki Capless Raden Stripe
I am sure most readers on here will of heard the famous saying “form follows function” but what if I told you, you can have both? That’s exactly what the Namiki Capless offers you. Now I could leave the review here, but A, that would make for a bit of […]
“Autumn Leaves” Commissioning A Custom Maki-e Pen
Urushi On A Budget?
I am sure if you are a regular reader of this online magazine, you’ll have seen the Namiki, Sailor and Platinum offerings and thought to yourself WOW that’s pretty… but I probably won’t ever be able to afford one. But what if I were to tell you, that there is […]
Debunking Myths
Fountain pens have not always been seen as the most practical of items. However, in this article, I hope to be able to dispel some of these myths. Some of these myths I hope to debunk include leaking, too hard to use, too hard to maintain, and too delicate to […]
In-depth Review of the Pilot Custom 912
One day back in August, I was browsing through Instagram when I noticed that one of my favourite urushi artists, Bokumondoh Studios, had showcased a rather fetching pen. That pen being the Pilot Custom 912! This was a pen in which I had been pining for, for quite some time. […]
Eboya x Yukari
For quite some time now I have been looking high and low for someone willing to take up the mantel for completing custom urushi work and when I say custom work, someone that would be able to work on my designs. Typically speaking in the past this is something many […]
Urushi and Maki-e From a Japanese Perspective
Well greetings everyone, today I have a special treat for you all! Now for those who don’t know, I have an obsession in life and that obsession is urushi and maki-e. Why may you ask? Well, I have always had an admiration for the arts in general and when I […]
In-depth Review Of The Nakaya Ascending Dragon in Gin Bokashi
It was around this time last year, that the Dutch Pen Show was occurring and by chance watching an Instagram live of the show, Tamenuri Studios said “I’ve found your next pen” of course, I thought he was joking. However, time passed and just like a rash, this pen itched […]
In-depth Review of the NEW design07 Corn Guilloche by Otto Hutt
Firstly, I must thank Style of Zug and Nick for arranging for this pen to be reviewed. It was a most generous thought and I am indeed humbled by the kindness of the community! And in full disclosure, the pen has been gifted. Still, I will give a fair assessment […]