deep review of instruments
We think of Switzerland when we think of great skills. This reputation is from one side due to the swiss being well know for their precision in everything they do. From Administration up to Watch Manufacturing. Today i want to bring the Caran d’Ache Leman to your attention and the […]
Since more than 250 years the brand Faber-Castell strives to create the most stunning and quality pencils out in the market. 1993 marked the revolution for premium pencils. Let’s discover one of the most iconic products in the industry of high end Writing Instruments. Since 1761 Think of all those […]
With the recent launch of two wonderful design07 versions – Corn Guilloche in two-tone and silver – and another Allblack version coming soon, Otto Hutt’s flagship pen is taking shape, offering users a fairly wide range of design options. In today’s article I’ll briefly summarise each model in the design07 […]
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 […]
Urushi lacquer pens are deeply desirable objects amongst some members of the pen community. Perhaps urushi lacquered pens attract collectors because of its history. Ancient Asian cultures dating back to the Stone Age used the sap of the urushi tree to create a shiny surface on various objects including pottery […]
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 […]
In February 2020, Esterbrook hosted a competition for anyone willing to open their minds and allow their creative juices to flow. The premise was a sticker contest and all participants had to do, regardless of drawing abilities, was to design a sticker. Whichever design won would be honored as an […]
Only recently I had reviewed a Gioia on Inkstable, but I thought I’d give a brief recap on the company. Gioia is based in Naples Italy, famous for many points such as Pizza, Opera, Stunning landmarks and most importantly pens! Well, I mean pizza is right up there. image source: […]
Back at the tail end of last year, I was contacted by Grand Vision Pens and was asked if I’d like to review one of their new Gioia pens. To which I responded yes, please! This was quite fortuitous actually, as I had been browsing the brand for some time. […]
Today we take a look at a Nakaya, featuring a contemporary interpretation of a symbolic insect of Japan. Background Nakaya specialises in Urushi and Maki-e and as such are more pricey than your regular pens. For those that don’t know Nakaya and Platinum are closely linked together, with retired platinum employees making […]
