As the UK and its Commonwealth puts away their bunting and recovers from celebrating the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee, it’s hard to not be impressed by the regent’s longevity and stability, whose reign has covered nearly three-quarters of a century. Being the first British monarch to do so, this deserves acknowledgement, […]
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When Louis Vuitton Made Inks and Other Luxury Brand Surprises
A luxury brand is never simply about clothing. These sort of brands make a consciously considered effort to provide an entire lifestyle within their product line, runway shows, and editorials. It is with this in mind that Inkstable looks more closely this week at the fashion houses that have a […]
What makes a Japanese Nib Special
There are many aspects to selecting a pen that first-time buyers may not think about. Often, novice pen enthusiasts go for design, color, or from a brand they know. This can mean that one ignores some of the more important aspects of the pen entirely – such as how it […]
Montegrappa Eye of Sauron Collector’s Edition – Revisiting the Epic Realms of Middle-Earth
Montegrappa once again takes inspiration from the epic series “Lord of the Rings” carrying us around the fantasy realms of Middle-earth with a special archival reissue that elevates the traditional craftsmanship of the brand and celebrates the captivating narrative of J.R.R. Tolkien’s novel. Comprising three versions of writing instruments: a […]
Maiora Tesori d’Italia Collection – Homage to Rare Celluloid
With celluloid becoming increasingly rare these days, as there are no longer any manufacturers producing this beautiful material, I consider every celluloid pen that enters the market a pure blessing. In today’s article I am pleased to announce a beautiful collection created by Maiora Pen Company. For those hearing the […]
Artisans Bolster the Pen Industry: How Craft Changes the Pen Experience
For those of us who appreciate pens, there is a distinctive response to the tactility of the object itself. To hold a pen in one’s hand is to understand its beauty wholly – something that a photo online, sadly, cannot replicate. But it’s this experiential quality to pens that also […]
Five Famous Writers and their Favorite Fountain Pens
For many, understanding how writers work can be a challenge. Many of the best writers have certain habits that they form for their own success. From drinking while editing (Joan Didion) to never beginning a new piece on a Friday (Truman Capote), writers’ idiosyncrasies during the creative process becomes a […]
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 […]
LAMY AL-star 2022 White Silver – An ideal pen for getting started in the World of Pens
If you’re among our regular readers, you probably know that most of our articles revolve around some of the world’s most fascinating writing instruments. For example, just last month we wrote about the incredible Patron of the Art edition, the iconic Meisterstück, and the Montegrappa F1 Podium Black, the latest […]
What’s in the Bag of Samuel Naldi
I’m happy to start this special series launched and curated by our editor-in-chief, Nick. In fact, I find this idea both elegant and romantic. To discover what people around the world carry in their bags, how they master their daily lives and what “weapons” they use for it. Always remembering […]