If you missed our article on the Namiki Aya collection or just want a different approach to this collection, Samuel Naldi, has recently released a new YouTube video in which he explores the peculiarities of the latest collection launched by Namiki. From design, sizing to a comparison and pricing, Samuel […]
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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 […]
Pilot Custom Urushi
Well known all over the world for their unparalleled quality and timeless design, Japanese pens prove to be the best option for those looking for simplicity, performance and reliability. Built to withstand the test of time, if well maintained, a Japanese pen is likely to last you a lifetime. Besides […]
“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 […]
5 Important Features of the Otto Hutt design08
Launched in early 2021, the Bauhaus-inspired fountain pen created by Otto Hutt is already enjoying success among pen enthusiasts and collectors and it’s quite easy to see why. The pen is anything but ordinary and its unique design is perfectly adapted to modern times. In today’s article we’re going 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. […]
The Caran d’Ache Leman | Development Throughout The Years
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 […]
The Perfect Pencil, an icon.
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 […]
Otto Hutt’s design07 Is Taking Shape
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 […]