Putting personal taste aside, there are a few things we can consider when asking ourselves what makes a fountain pen special. Broadly speaking the main factors can be aesthetic design, refined function and the credibility and heritage of the maker. It’s worth remembering that fountain pens are in the same […]

Every year, the sumptuous Villa d’Este – a 16th-century villa situated on the western shore of Lake Como – is home to some of the world’s most spectacular historic cars during the famous Concorso d’Eleganza. This weekend, car enthusiasts from all over the world had the opportunity to admire some […]

Imagine strolling through narrow cobblestone streets, lined with colorful buildings adorned with flower-filled balconies. The air is filled with a symphony of scents – freshly baked bread, aromatic coffee, and the subtle perfume of blooming jasmine. The sunlight bathes the ancient architecture, casting a warm glow upon centuries-old palaces, magnificent […]

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 […]

We all love a fountain pen that looks and writes as well as when it was new. In fact, whenever you clean your pen, it looks like new, right? Or at least it should, if you keep it away from scratches or other damages. In today’s article I’ll give you […]

So many of us have distant memories of writing consistently with a pen during our school years. Our modern daily experience might be jotting a few notes in a meeting or filling out forms. As adults, it’s easy to go through life without ever picking up a pen. But writing […]

Because recently I’ve heard many people complaining that they don’t have enough occasions to practice handwriting, I’ve decided to give you a few tips that might eventually lead you to use your pens more. You might as well display your pens in a case on your desk and stare at […]

The tech industry is built on the notion of using scientific knowledge to create incremental improvements and new technologies. App updates that make your phone run faster, smaller and lighter laptops that can handle more complex tasks, new tools that make everyday life easier, more energy-efficient electric cars and so […]

More and more, consumers across industries want bespoke. Having something that is one-of-a-kind is a way to not only show your individuality, but also your passion as a collector. Because of the nature of fountain pens (or, really, any factory-manufactured object), it can be hard to offer a bespoke level […]

Do you feel like you’re seeing fountain pens everywhere? From the humble Lamy in a classroom setting to an esteemed Parker in the office. More and more people are rejecting the crude ubiquity of the biro and embracing the lasting quality of the fountain pen. Sometimes it’s hard to articulate […]