I don’t know about you, but one of the first things I look at when buying a pen is definitely the nib and I hope we can all agree that the nib is the heart of the pen and and plays an important role in the overall appearance of a […]
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Top Pens from Crowdfunding / Kickstarter
Most luxury brands are, to an extent, heritage brands. They have spent years honing craftsmanship in an attempt to remain at the top of their industry. As such, even the regular Joe knows who Montblanc, Cartier, and Montegrappa are. They’re at the top of the food chain because they have […]
The best Pens to invest in 2022
Regardless of the period, putting money to work through investments is beneficial and even recommended. And if you’re concerned about your own financial freedom, you’ve probably thought about different ways to invest your money to earn consistent returns over the years. Of course, there are many profitable sectors to look […]
Montegrappa pays homage to Batman with a Spectacular Limited Edition
Not long ago we announced the launch of the Montegrappa Batman Limited Edition and here we are. As expected, Montegrappa has once again outdone itself. This edition not only has a very bold look, but faithfully reflects the strong character of the icon of cinema and comics. And how else […]
Pilot Custom Urushi in Green – Exclusively made for Maruzen
Every time a special edition is released, collectors around the world are ecstatic and hunt it down at all costs, but what about those special editions that sell out from pre-orders… It’s a whole philosophy, and getting your hands on such rare pieces is difficult, there are tough ‘battles’ between […]
Could the Pen Industry Look Like the Fashion Industry?
Inkstable has been dedicated to changing the pen industry since its inception. Many of our writers are interested in updating the market for the modern age and, by extension, growing its customer base. While no one expects to change things overnight, it’s small incremental changes that can make a big […]
The Pelikan M800 Black-Red is back
The much-loved Pelikan Souveran M800 Black-Red which enjoyed popularity until around 2012 when it was discontinued, is reportedly returning to the market as the Hannover-based brand has made the decision to reintroduce this variation to their portfolio. It is indeed news we have been eagerly awaiting, and here we are. […]
Nakaya Akitsu-shima
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 […]
Rumours about the new Montegrappa Batman
Just as the new Batman movie hits cinemas after continuous delays due to the coronavirus pandemic, Montegrappa is rumoured to be preparing an incredible edition dedicated to the main character, Batman himself. We don’t know many details yet, apart from the photo posted on the Italian brand’s main instagram account, […]
Fountain Pens are Cool. Tell Everyone
It’s no secret that the team at Inkstable is obsessed with fine writing instruments. We could go on and on about the qualities of penmanship when using a fountain pen, or how we love the heritage feel of a luxury brand in our hands. But the reality is, it’s just […]
