Now, before I start this perspective I want to highlight the importance of free thought and the philosophical issues I face when reviewing products. Just like shoe size, not every pen will fit, both physically and visually. We all enjoy different things and that’s the wonderful aspect of this hobby. […]

Although the name Karl Lagerfeld is more and more associated among centennials with the eponymous affordable luxury brand, the influence of the ‘Emperor’, as he was often referred to at the time, on the fashion world still echoes. Although he collaborated with brands such as Balmain, Fendi, and Chloe, Karl […]

In the world of fine writing instruments, few names hold as much reverence and admiration as Namiki. Renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and commitment to preserving traditional Japanese artistic craftsmanship, Namiki pens are more than just writing instruments; they are exquisite art pieces. The Namiki Emperor and Yukari Royale are […]

Although I had reviewed a Gioia on Inkstable, 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: wikipedia Naples […]

Late last year, while browsing Instagram, I stumbled upon Giftionary Delta’s live stream. For those unfamiliar, Giftionary Delta is a charming stationery shop located in northern Osaka, Japan. While watching the stream, despite my limited knowledge of Japanese, I couldn’t help but be captivated by a particularly attractive pen – […]

There are moments when you need a splash of colour in your life, when you want to get rid of all the sober writing instruments you used to write with and simply switch to some vibrant patterns. If you’ve found yourself in such a situation at least once, then Montegrappa […]

Maki-e just like art, goes beyond the picture and really plucks at the mind in regards to symbolism.  In this series of forthcoming articles, we will be dipping our toes into some of the significant meanings of popular themes that can be found on maki-e pens. The intention being, just […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]