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Podcast covering Fountain pen and stationery related topic and news
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Frank goes over some recent? limited release, including a few in season, Halloween designs and talk about his recent stationery related purchase and missed opportunity.
Goods mentioned:
Hello Kitty X Kaweco 50 year Anny
Monte Grappa Regal Year of the Dragon
Ancora Antique Bouquet Silver/Clear Red
Ancora Antique Bouquet Pink/Beige
Magna Magna Carta Sapphire Grand Halloween
Frank talks about recent releases, his thought on some shops in Japan finally opened up to foreign customers, his experience at CanJam, and a warning to new fountain pen buyers.
Atlas Stationers - Visconti Voyager Mariposa Painted Beauty
Looks like Urushi/Maki-E production has continued in some parts of Wajima, Bungubox’s now introduced new Maki-E Twsbi Eco, Sailor is a roll with their limited edition iridescent pens.
Frank goes over the recently introduced three new Iroshizuku ink colors, some pen releases, and recent drama that came up in the pen community.
Goods mentioned:
Bungubox Twsbi Bungubox Twsbi Eco Egypt
Enso Bolt Fountain pen at kick starter price
Fine Writing Int X Yoseka - Bronze Age
Frank goes over some recently released fountain pens, a certain manufacturing process and item that has peaked his interest, and a new competitor of invent has arrived.
Goods Mentioned
Esterbrookpens Back-to-the-lands
EDM : Electrical discharge machining stamp
Another wave of inflation is hitting Japan pen manufacturer for the second time this year, Frank discusses his recent purchase at a local value store and goes over some recent release, while Frank finally realized the exactly what is the Lamy “Hunt” series in Mandarin.
Goods covered in this episode:
Collins and Frank shares their recent finds and shares their result of the “milk tea” color fountain pen ink search.
Goods mentioned:
Shibui North Engraved Aluminium Fountain Pen
Review of Robert Oster Caffe Crema
Kala Island No.38 Sweet Potato
Pennonia - Selyempezsgő Velvet Champagne
KobeINK物語×felissimo chocolate museum
Hanabi Glass Studio - Bubble Tea Glass Pen
Frank gave a brief review on Midori Cotton notebook (20%) vs the normal Midori notebook paper and discusses his miss conception regarding to color composition and finally figured out why some ink color combo didn’t exactly went the way he was expecting.
He proceeds to discuss some recent pen & ink release, and a recent advice he heard/learn regarding to crowd funding.
Goods discussed:
Magna Carta Old Glory Sapphire Grand
Ferris Wheel Press New 10ml ink bottle
Frank discuses some recent release in fountain pen world, his recent acquisition, a new skin care product for fountain pen users and the return of a community favorite nib smith.
Gold Spot Exclusive Retro-51 Tornado fountain pen - In coffee house
Pilot USA 2024 Vanishing Point Li
Collins and Frank Catching up on current event of their lives and jump back into discussing recent pen release and designs. Mean while, Frank felt obligated to point out a unfortunate color and naming scheme on some of the pens as discussion went on…
Goods covered:
Tailored Pen Company - Kentucky Derby
Pelikan Maki-e Ivy and Komon M1000
Frank discuses some recently released fountain pen, his recent fountain pen usage and journey, shares his current opinion on kick starter, and his thought on hobby burn out and how to prevent/slow it.
Goods discussed:
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/modern-fuel/the-modular-minimalist-machined-fountain-pen-for-every-day
Collins and Frank discusses their recent fountain pen discovery and Frank’s purchases.
Collins brings up the concept of no buy or low buy year, only to realized he has already failed the challenge.
While reviewing recent release, the duo realized Visconti finally release a new pen that both of them really enjoyed the design.
Goods Mentioned:
Visconti Magnifico Calacatta Gold
Lemon M2S China Four Great Beasts
Let’s go over the recent release in fountain pen space, from low price pens like the Cultpen Maki-e to Pilot Pro Gears. Frank also shares his recent issue with Platinum chou kuro, his unfruitful attempt at trouble shoot with them, and some issues with JP to USA shipping.
Goods covered in this episode:
Sailor Pro Gear slim Pen of the Year Celestial Grey SE
Sailor Professional Gear Roppongi gold Ginza Silver
Platinum Preppy Modern Maki-e Second release
Collins and Frank comment on the new Kaweco Piston Pen and limited edition release, Frank’s new TABINOSIZUKU - Cosmic Feather Glass Pen, new Sailor & Black wing release and some unexpected changes to Frank’s fountain pen.
Goods discussed:
Sorry, only discord photos on the Lamy New LE Al Star for now.
LAMY got bought out!!!!!! but maybe it’s for the better?
Frank discusses the recent LAMY acquisition, New Pen & pencil he has purchased and some recent product releases.
Goods/News mentioned:
Platinum Shape of Heart Chai Latte LE Edition
CA Pens show and has come and gone, Frank shares his experience of the show and items that piqued his interest.
Goods Mentioned in the podcast:
In today’s episode, Collins shares exactly what he’s been working on in recent weeks and shares his result.
Frank discusses his recent mishaps, in both fountain pen related incidents and personal life.
Goods/website mentioned:
Welcome everyone to the first episode of of 2024!
Frank discusses the updated fountain pen line up for Pilot Japan, New releases since their last episode, and news regarding to urushi lacquer wares from Wajima, Japan.
Goods/website discussed in Podcast:
Production Pause Notice from Nakaya
Bungubox's Notice on stop production of Maki-E Pens
Bungubox's donation link for Mr.Hino (Bungubox' Maki-E artist)
Ensso Retractable Fountain Pen
New Tailored pen Company offering
AppelBoom USA (Boston) Store closing
Happy Holidays Everyone!!! This episode was recorded a bit late, regardless, please enjoy our Holiday special review of the
Collins and Franks having a discussion regarding to new purchases and shares a few new holiday release pens.
Frank proceed to talk about his most recent keyboard purchases and the never ending “end game” keyboard purchase has has made in recent time.
Collins proceeds to discuss his recent sales, purchases, and the duo discusses Hello Kitty products.
Goods Mentioned:
Collins is finally back after a short break! Discusses his current situation and also shares some of his & friend’s recent findings.
Frank discusses his recent ink purchases, recent winter fountain pen releases, what pen would you NOT buy, and a rambling conversation regarding to audio.
Goods mentioned:
otonari kobo Glass Stationery ware
Ancora Jeweled Shape ink release
Maruzen Athena - Sepia Brown (sorry, no direct product link for this one)
Frank shares his recent fountain pen sales finds, purchase, and wonders if listeners specifically wait for fountain pen related sales for purchases.
Goods and sales discussed:
New Limited Cultpen Nautilus by Nahvalur
Endless Pens Black Friday Special
Frank goes over some recently release, a new fountain pen maker he discovers recently, and on going sales in the fountain pen space.
Goods covered:
Platinum 3776 x Hachimonji - Hatsu Yuki
GoldSpot - Ferris Wheel Ink sale
Frank shares the recent QC issue on a keyboard group buy, new notebook from Japan, pursuit of new minimalistic wallet.
The duo also also take a look over some recent sale & release with a quick discussion of celluloid.
Goods mentioned:
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The duo take a look into recent fountain pen release, share their recent acquisition and a discussion the possible future of Chinese fountain pen brands.
Goods discussed in this episode
Edison Premiere Fountain Pen - Dragoness
Kakimori Free World Wide Shipping
Frank and Collins talk about some recent planner release and alternative solutions.
The two then proceed to discuss recently released pens.
Goods mentioned:
Leuchtturm1917 Springback Binder
Collins and Frank taking a look over some recent pen release, and Collins shares his recently purchased Sailor Dopton Hocoro dip pen.
Goods discussed in episode:
Jacob's instruction on fitting G1 Gel to Retro 51 (and similar pens)
We are finally backed on our regular schedule!!!!
Collins and Frank talked about their recent fountain pen/stationery journal.
Frank shares a certain reddit post on finding the ugliest pen as a gag gift, and the two look at some recent releases.
Goods/media mentioned:
Nahvalur Narwhal Voyage Vacation Cancun SE
Hobonichi Techo on Transition to Tomoe Paper
Collins discuses his recent live event, the two proceed to discuss their recent fountainpen & stationery usage and every day…. carry?
Goods discussed:
Note by Frank, yes, I have no idea how I forgot this brand name
Collins talk about his experience hosting a introduction to fountain pen for his co-workers.
The two shares their short review on the new Platinum “Chou Kuro” pigment ink.
Frank brings up the the new Colorverse USA ink
and new Gravitas & CY Collab
Collins talk about his most recent acquisition of fountain pens and a small discover between shimmering ink and certain manufacturers.
Frank shares his recent find on cheap, affordable fountain pen friendly notebook and the two continues to discuss some recently announced/released pens.
Goods covered in podcast:
We have another special episode today. Michal from Tamenuri Studio joins us to discuss his passion with urushi lacquer and his journey on learning urushi lacquering techniques from scratch.
Michal’s website:
https://tamenuri.com
Instagram
We can be found, at
Collins and Frank look at a few of the recent pen release and comment on some recent development in the fountain pen communities.
Goods mentioned in this episode:
The Big Flex (/u/lord_cactus_)
Blackest Ink Platinum Chou Kuro
Collins and Frank first complaint about their recent shipping issues, and look at some recently released pen.
including one very chubby pen
Products discussed in this podcast
Ferris Wheel Press Inkwell/Glass dip pen
Opus 88 Zodiac Rabbit Fountain Pen
Frank shares his opinion on his recently acquired pen chest and goes over two pens that recently caught his attention.
Collins is putting together a beginner fountain pen trial/testing kit for his work, and questions Frank on what his choices would be.
Goods covered in this episode:
Our first special guest episode!! Jon Andreson from RevolvingPens is here to discuss urushi pens with us.
Jon can be found at
https://www.instagram.com/revolvingpens/
www.youtube.com/@revolvingpens2341
www.FountainPenAndStationery.com
Products discussed
Collins and Frank discuses some recently released fountain pens, previous Gundam Collabs, and their philosophy on whether to spend money on experience vs material goods.
Leonardo Guilloche Onde Ebonite Granata Custom LE
Frank shares a Taiwanese fountain pen brand he recently came across, Mr. Cypress,
the two then proceed to discuss some recently released pens.
Goods mentioned:
Collins and Frank share their experience at the California Pen show.
Product/Booth Mentioned:
Yamamoto Chiffon Paper (Frank might have miss pronounced this in the podcast)
*Audio Issues fixed, please re-download podcast to hear Collins’ lovely voice*
Frank and Collins answer a listener’s questions and discuses the (in)consistency of Lamy nib sizes,
Frank continues to share his findings of the week, includes a nib wetness tuning instruction, new stack nib maker and an amazing new pen material.
Goods and media covered in this episode:
Happy Lunar New year everyone!
Frank first talk about the new, now ended promotion by Goulet of the Platinum Curidas, then discuss the recent news on the cancellation of LA Pen show for 2023 and a new California Pen show that comes along.
The duo proceed to look at the Hongdian Year of the rabbit pen, discusses the new collab between Esterbrook and CY from Tokyo Inkling station, and Pelikan’s new ink.
Goods mentioned in this podcast:
Platinum Curida (sales now ended)
The duo start they first episode of the year by answering a listener’s question regarding to PIlot 74 vs Lamy 2k
Frank brings up two Fountain pens based on year of the rabbit, and Nakaya’s new Fountain pen design.
Goods discussed on this episode:
We have a Christmas Special for you all !!
A recording of us opening and trying out the 2022 Diamine Inkvent calendar!!!!
Wishing all listeners a merry Christmas and Happy Holidays
Please note, Frank stated the bottles seem to be 5 ml. It’s actually 12 ml per smaller bottles.
Remember the Lamy Pokemon Collab Collins and Frank said they are going to purchase?
Remember the new SCHONDSGN titan nib that they were interested in picking up?
yeah, they got neither, and here to explain why.
Frank shares a flower encased resin pen release by Taylor Pen company, and the two continues to discuss Benu’s direct sale only, hand painted special edition pens.
We will also be releasing our Holiday special episode in a day or two, please stay tuned.
Goods discussed in this episode:
Frank questions Collins on the validity of using the same design for a demonstrator if some cosmetic defects can be shown. Collins talks about his friend’s planned trip to Japan.
Goods mentioned in this episode:
Pelikan Sterling Silver 400 series
Pelikan Sterling Silver 600 series
Lamy Collab Fountainpens from Hong Kong
Ink cartridge is an additional add on
SCHONDSGN New in-house titanium nib
Cultpens Kaweco Classic Sport Exclusive
Better photos can be found here, by u/sarahpaigexx
The duo respond to a viewer’s email and recommendation regarding to ultem fountain pen.
Products mentioned in this episode:
ST Dupont* Starwar Fountain Pen
Collins and Frank spoke about their recent pen usage, fountain pen day (none) shopping, some recent releases, and some Frank’s recent pen maker discoveries.
Products mentioned in today’s episode:
Candy Nougat FP, shared by /u/YazSpazz45
Little Pen Designs
blue-semplicita-italian-acrylic-acadi
schondsgn Full size Ultem Fountain Pen
Tactile turn ultem Bolt Action Pen
Collins shares his new found interest in drawing.
The two proceed to share their opinion on a couple of new collabs:
Includes: Nahvalur Cult Pens exclusive, Mont Blanc exclusive, Bungubox Pilot 823 and Lamy X Pokemon
Products Mentioned:
Collins goes over his recent acquisition of mechanical pencils and long term result of the ink UV exposure test. Franks shares some of his recent finding of erasable stamp, pen releases, and thoughts on type of lubricant to use on fountain pens.
Products and site discussed:
Kaweco-Special-AL-Mechanical-Pencil
TWSBI-Precision-Mechanical-Pencil
FastCap Fatboy Extreme Carpenter/Mechanical Pencil
minabeko.com Fountain pen blog
Ok, first of all, Let’s discuss our longggggg term pronunciation mistake regarding to one of our frequently mentioned notebook brand.
Pens/link mentioned in Podcast:
Sailor's new turned pen
Sailor Christmas Tea
Musubi: Cosmo Air Light is being discontinued
Fountainpen Evolution - Ultra Flex Nib
The Duo discusses their recent fountain pen related discoveries.
Products covered in this podcast:
Dominant Industry Standard Ink
Hobonichi Shiokawa, Shiokawa Tummy Warmer
Let’s answer two comments from our listener regarding to notebook/pen folio and Frank’s missing o-ring.
The duo continues to discuss some recently released pens and their thought on those pen’s similarities to other pens, and design elements of a very special pen.
Products covered on the show:
Hobonichi Techo Notebook Cover
Franklin Christoph Model 2 Antique Glass Cathedral SE
Frank talks about his most recent mishap, experience with his new ultrasonic cleaner, and the duo discusses their recent visits to a recently opened Kinokuniya Stationery store and their favorite small sized pens.
Products discussed:
Diamine 2022 inkvent Calendar is available for order for anyone interested.
Collins shares his curated list of lesser discussed pen brands that he would like to share with everyone.
Products mentioned in this Podcast:
Frank gives some feed back and thought on his recent purchases, and shares a list of products that has caught his attention.
Goods covered in this podcast
Toyooka Craft Fountain Pen Alder CHEST
Hobonichi Techo A6 Notepad set
Vanness White Lightning Ink additive
National Zoo Panda Retro 51 Smithsonian Tornado Rollerball Pens
Products discussed in episode:
Products mentioned in podcast:
Products discussed:
Noodler's Dragon Catfish Series Pink
Noodler's Borealis Black
Kakimori Pigment Ink 03 Tototo
Kakimori Pigment Ink 09 Mukuri
Kakimori Pigment Ink 05 Kurun
Kakimori Pigment Ink 08 Zabun
Kakimori Pigment Ink 04 Karari
Kakimori Pigment Ink 01 Po
De Atramentis Document Ink Red
De Atramentis Document Ink Violet
De Atramentis Document Ink Orange
De Atramentis Document Ink Dark Green
De Atramentis Document Ink Cyan
De Atramentis Document Ink Dark Red
De Atramentis Document Ink Yellow
Rohrer & Klingner Blau Permanent Permanent Blue
Rohrer & Klingner Document Magenta
Products discussed:
Our Podcast and blog post can be found on fountainpenandstationery.com
We can be reached at [email protected]
It’s the season of giving! Collins and Frank cumulated some holiday pen and ink gifting combos for your love ones or for your self.
The Podcast blog post can be found at https://fountainpenandstationery.com
We can be reached at [email protected]
Products discussed in Podcast:
Conklin Duragraph - Demo/Black LE
YSTUDIO Classic Revolve Fountain Pen - Red
Model 31 Omnis FP - Italian Ice
Penlux Masterpiece Grande - Snowflake
Robert Oster - Sterling Silver
Aurora Optima - Caleidoscope Luce Gialla
Collins and Frank discuss recent news and events in the fountain pen world.
Including Kaweco Premium nib quality control
The need to fully disassemble your pen during clean
Frank’s Black Friday sale purchase
Moonman/Mahjong’s “New” pen
And the new resurrected Tomoe Paper by Sanzen
Let’s take a look over some commonly obtainable fountain pen ink bottles and go over their usefulness, design, and pros & cons.
Products discussed in this podcast:
Special mentions:
The duo talked about their recent finding and discoveries in pens in general and looked over some of the recent pen releases and discuses Collins’' pen preference.
Pens and stationeries covered in this Podcast
Visconti Homo Sapiens Carbon Fiber w/Copper
Sailor Compass, beginner friendly pen
Nakaya Naka-ai Writer Pen of the Year 2022 - White Tiger
Nakaya Naka-ai Writer Pen of the Year 2022 - Orange Tiger
Conklin Duragraph Fountain Pen - Demo/Black (Limited Edition)
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Collins talks about his recent issue with Sailor Storia ink
Frank discusses his worst ink mishap so far.
The two also talk about newly release of ink, fountain pen, new PenBBS engraved nibs, and Wingsung specialty nibs.
Products discussed.
Sailor Pro Gear Pillow Book Autumn Sky King of Pens Fountain Pen (Limited Edition)
Pelikan M200 Fountain Pen - Golden Beryl (Special Edition)
Narwhal Nautilus Fountain Pen Seaweed Ebonite Limited Edition
Please note, we originally thought they were laser engrave, but they are actually handcrafted instead.
Let's talk about some new pens and Frank's rant on the importance of physical storage of digital security codes.
Goods covered in this episode:
Items covered in this PodCast
Products discussed:
Franklin Christoph - 31 Omnis Italian Ice
The next episode will also be 3 weeks after this one.
This episode was recorded early with the intend to be released in two weeks interval, but we decided to release it early due to the time sensitivity of the limited release and collab.
Gift under 50 dollar
Frank’s list
Franklin Christoph Seven pen Roll
GLP Tomoe Paper Note book (Hardcover, small, 192 pages only)
Collins’ list
Lamy Safari
Ink
Pilot Metropolitan
Rhodia notebook
Gift under 150 dollar
Frank’s list
Collins’s list
Ink sets
Lamy 2000
What we are planning to get for 2020
Products discussed
Saki Pen roll
https://www.jetpens.com/search?q=saki+pen+roll&v=2
Galen zipped pen cases
https://www.galenleather.com/collections/zippered-pen-pencil-cases
Bung-Box Pen rolls
https://bung-box.com/products/list38.html
Franklin-Christoph Pen roll/cases
https://www.franklin-christoph.com/collections/pen-cases
My63leather Custom Pen case
https://my63leather.wordpress.com/
Galen Writer’s Medic Bag
https://www.galenleather.com/collections/pen-pouches/products/writers-medic-bag-xlarge-crazy-horse-smoky
Eboya Fountain pens
https://eboyashop.com/collections/fountain-pens
Wancher Kunisaki Glass pens
https://www.wancherpen.com/collections/kunisaki-glass-pens
Frank and Collin’s current notebook can be found on the main blog ataraxia.fyi
Products discussed
Hobonichi Techo Planner
https://www.1101.com/store/techo/en/lineup/
Wonderland 222
https://wonderland222.com
Endless
Taroko Shop
https://www.etsy.com/shop/TarokoShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=853589462
Nanami Paper
http://www.nanamipaper.com/
Product mentioned:
Pilot Vanishing Point LS
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsHlxYeaXoY
New Visconti Homosapien Color series
https://www.nibs.com/catalog?search_api_views_fulltext=Lava%20Color
Sailor Studio 252
https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-ink-studio-252-20ml-bottled-ink
Sailor Studio 224
https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-ink-studio-224-20ml-bottled-ink
Frank and Collins going over their history with fountain pens, their usage, preference, and the type of ink they typically use.
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