Podd: The Nib Section

78 - Ink-Filling Systems

6 juni 2021 | 96 min

77 - Our Stationery Startup

9 maj 2021 | 68 min

76 - Brad Dowdy, Professional Pen Addict

25 april 2021 | 107 min

75 - Recent Acquisitions (April 2021 Edition)

11 april 2021 | 108 min

74 - Collectors Series Part 8: Max Penabler

25 mars 2021 | 91 min

73 - Your Pelikan Opinions Are Valid

14 mars 2021 | 89 min

72 - Journaling for Productivity

25 februari 2021 | 85 min

71 - Gem on a Nib

12 februari 2021 | 78 min

70 - End-of-year Q&A

25 december 2020 | 98 min

69 - The Fourth Dimension

10 december 2020 | 98 min

68 - Esterbroook 3.0

26 november 2020 | 129 min

67 - Pencil-like Feedback

12 november 2020 | 78 min

66 - Mountain of Ink

29 oktober 2020 | 64 min

65 - The Colour of C-sharp Minor

15 oktober 2020 | 104 min

64 - A Preppy Went to Uni

1 oktober 2020 | 93 min

63 - Quarantine Diaries

19 mars 2020 | 68 min

62 - Draw It Your Way

5 mars 2020 | 100 min

61 - Ocean of Ink

20 februari 2020 | 157 min

60 - Pen Friends

6 februari 2020 | 83 min

59 - End of Year Q&A (2019 Edition)

19 december 2019 | 97 min

58 - What Not To Buy A Fountain Pen Enthusiast

5 december 2019 | 102 min

57 - Crossed (State) Lines

21 november 2019 | 72 min

56 - Inktober; Recent Acquisitions

8 november 2019 | 76 min

55 - Care and Maintenance of Your Lamy 2000

24 oktober 2019 | 90 min

54 - Collectors Series Part 7: "Mass-Produced Curator"

10 oktober 2019 | 53 min

53 - The Other German Pen Brand

26 september 2019 | 91 min

52 - Audrey Matteson, Nib Doctor

12 september 2019 | 85 min

51 - The Ones That Got Away (Sydney Pen Show Edition)

29 augusti 2019 | 70 min

50 - Tuned to Order

15 augusti 2019 | 71 min

49 - A Truly Committed Filth Monster (2nd Anniversary Q&A Edition)

1 augusti 2019 | 142 min

48 - Colour Coordinating is a Superpower

18 juli 2019 | 105 min

47 - Collectors Series Part 6: Leo Fok

4 juli 2019 | 60 min

46 - Recent Acquisitions (June 2019 Edition)

20 juni 2019 | 94 min

45 - Write Therapy

6 juni 2019 | 55 min

44 - Carry and Storage

23 maj 2019 | 93 min

43 - Pet Peeves

9 maj 2019 | 70 min

42 - Ink Stories with Inkantadora

25 april 2019 | 86 min

41 - Tokyo Pen Expedition (A Happy Cut of the Tine Edition)

11 april 2019 | 66 min

40 - Tokyo Pen Expedition (Decimania Edition)

28 mars 2019 | 83 min

39 - Collectors Series Part 5: "Lamy Archaeology"

14 mars 2019 | 90 min

38 - Fuzzy Feelings

28 februari 2019 | 84 min

Why do we get attached to our possessions? In this episode, we explore the emotion-riddled relationship between us and material objects, and what our fountain pens mean to us.

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The hosts were Chuck (@entree3000_), Sharyn (@sharynzha), and Diana (@thegrynne).

FORMAT

00:38—WWAWW

Diana: ST Dupont Phoenix Renaissance F w/ KWZ Baltic Memories

Sharyn: Nakaya Long Piccolo Cigar Kikyo SF w/ Montblanc Encre du Desert

Chuck: Pilot Decimo Earth of Watarase “Mita Sansho temple original” w/ De Atramentis Document Black

07:31—Feedback

De Atramentis Document White Ink - Liz Steel

13:30—TNS Giveaway

From March 1st-14th AEST, we will be holding a drawing competition with some pre-loved pens from our personal collections to give away:

First prize: Lamy 2000 Makrolon BB stub w/ Sailor Kin-Mokusei
Runner-up: Opus 88 Koloro Orange/Yellow M with TAG Kyo-iro Stone Road of Gion

To enter the giveaway, make sure you do the following:

Following @thenibsection on Instagram.
On your own IG account, post a drawing of an animal that you have done with a fountain pen, tagging @thenibsection and including the hashtag #TNSPetSketch in your post.
You may enter as many times as you like.

Giveaway closes 23:59 March 14th, and the winners will be selected by the hosts and announced on March 15th.

19:06—News

Aurora 100th Anniversary

Vintage Aurora 88 - pelahale

Aurora Hastil - IguanaSell

Montblanc Noblesse - Paulo’s Pen Posts

Lamy Logo - Dymocks

Aurora Mar Adriatico - Aesthetic Bay

Aurora 75th Anniversary Optima - Peyton Street Pens

Pilot 100th Anniversary Inks - @_althaven

26:04—Emotional attachment to pens

What do your fountain pens mean to you? Has this changed over time?
Is there a pen that is particularly meaningful, and why?
Do you feel more connected to a pen when you have had it for a long time, or when you know its history?
What do you think your pens say about you?
How would you feel if all your fountain pens were lost in a fire? Would you want to find exact replacements for your favourite pens or would you start over afresh?

Tweet from @sarahtaber_bww

Dr Christian Jarrett, “The Psychology of Stuff and Things” - The Psychologist

01:15:53—Recommendations

Wild Seed, Octavia E. Butler

Spirits Podcast

Cards Against Muggles

1:23:24—Thanks and Credits

Producer: Chuck Montano, Sharyn Zha, Diana Dai and Alisdair Daws.

Recording and editing: Diana Dai and Alisdair Daws.

Special thanks to: Liann, Kaz, Adam, Nicholas, Paul, Haohan, Kevin, Leonie, Hannah, Yagan, Evelyn and Louise.

Music: Michael Pearce.

Logo: Will H. Smith.

Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

37 - Instant Fountain Pen Expert

14 februari 2019 | 88 min

We test our mettle against a *cough* somewhat *cough* dubious quiz, and discover who out of the hosts is the definitive “Instant Expert”.

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The hosts were Chuck (@entree3000_), Sharyn (@sharynzha), Tav (@nunc_est_scribendi) and Diana (@thegrynne).

FORMAT

02:39—Instant Experts Quiz

From Collecting Pens by Edward Kiersch (2006)

What are the rarest and most prized pens?
Why is the Parker Snake so coveted?
What is the most prized limited edition?
What distinguishes Namiki from other brands?
Which ballpoint pens have the best resale value?
What pens should be avoided?
Which is a more desirable category, vintage or contemporary limited editions?
When do vintage pens need to be reconditioned?
Should vintage fountain pens be used or only displayed?
How is a pen’s value determined?
What’s the best way to buy pens?
If a pen has cracks, should it be avoided?
What pens are most prone to fakes and forgeries?
How can you spot a counterfeit pen?
What is meant by a pen’s “condition”? What should a collector be sure to look for?
How are fountain pens cleaned and how often should this be done?
How can leaks be prevented?
What are the best ways to store pens?
Which lesser-known pen manufacturers are likely to increase in value in the future?
Should collecting pens be mainly a fun-filled hobby or an investment?

1:18:10—What We Are Writing With

Sharyn: Sailor Profit 1911 Large SM

Chuck: Sailor Pro Gear Realo Rounded Nose Cursive Italic

Tav: Delta Dolcevita Frederico Oversize B

Diana: Faber-Castell Ondoro Orange M w/ Kobe 20 Motomachi Red

1:22:08—Recommendations

Tidelands

@missyminzi

Tuxedo

Mary Oliver, Wild Geese

1:27:35—Thanks and Credits

Producer: Chuck Montano, Sharyn Zha and Diana Dai.

Recording and editing: Diana Dai.

Music: Michael Pearce.

Logo: Will H. Smith.

Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

36 - Hopes and Predictions for 2019

31 januari 2019 | 73 min

35 - End of Year Wrap...up 2018

20 december 2018 | 92 min

In this...somewhat tipsy end-of-year episode (prerecorded in November), we answer your questions about our favourite nibs, most memorable fountain pen experiences, reflections on a year and a half of podcasting, and much more!

Happy holidays to all our listeners!

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The hosts were Chuck (@entree3000_), Sharyn (@sharynzha), Melissa (@missdgraf), Brian (@briansaputro) and Diana (@thegrynne). The excellent pup who was (mostly) silent throughout the recording was Sebastian (@sebby.lion).

FORMAT

01:39—What We Are Writing With

Sharyn: Sailor Nagasawa Black Proske “Brosque” Zoom w/ Sailor Kin-Mokusei

Diana: Opus 88 Demonstrator with Regalia Crown Epilogue w/ Iroshizuku Yama-budo

Melissa: Caran d’Ache Ecridor XS Couture Rose Gold with Swarovski Crystal

Brian: Omas Milord Arco Brown w/ Sailor Rikyu-Cha

Chuck: Aurora 88 Minerali Amber BB and Aurora 88 Sole M

10:50—Q&A

Therese Brand: I'd love to have a better understanding of the different flex nibs vs waverly/cursive/italic, stub/music, zoom nibs etc from the different brand...pros & cons, your own preferences and why?
Ayeneneyeee: What has been your favourite fountain pen related experience, fact, or skill you've learnt this year?
Ayeneneyeee: Fountain pen goals for next year? This can be a pen (or let's be honest, pens) you're chasing, a new direction for your collection (russian vintage or even a big cull?), or maybe you're considering exploring new terrain (e.g. nib tuning, urban sketching, ink making...).
Sharyn: How much ink is “enough”?
Father Kyle: Self reflections on doing a full year of podcasting about pens.
Paperlate: It seems like a few of you have extensive Japanese pen collections; it would be great to hear what some of your favourite pens are in each of your collections.
Tinybadge: What sub-$50 fountain pens can you all recommend?
Sharyn: Biggest FP surprise and biggest disappointment this year?

Episode 9 - Nibs 101

Episode 28 - The Sound of One Pen Being Tested

Indy Pen Dance

Pilot Waverly Nib Review - The Well-Appointed Desk

Sailor Zoom Nib Review - Parka Blogs

Regalia Writing Labs Crossflex Nib

Episode 27 - “Horses for Courses” plus Sydney Pen Show Recap

Episode 14 - Analog Strikes Back

Namiki Yukari Hydrangea Raden

TWSBI Eco Transparent Blue - My Hearty Timber Box

TWSBI Eco Transparent Blossom Red - LarryPost

The Wink Pen: A Review - The Pen Addict

Yachingstyle Glass Nib Fountain Pen

Pineider

Opus 88 Demonstrator - Desk Bandit

Opus 88 Koloro - Pen Classics NZ

1:20:27—Recommendations

Muddy Colors

Outlier Slim Dungarees

Wear comfy shoes to your parties

Havaianas

Pet Circle

Knife sharpening stone

1:31:28—Thanks and Credits

Producer: Chuck Montano, Sharyn Zha and Diana Dai.

Recording and editing: Sharyn Zha and Diana Dai.

Music: Michael Pearce.

Logo: Will H. Smith.

Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

34 - Trams, Rain and Avacado Lattes (Melbourne Pen Show 2018 Edition)

6 december 2018 | 98 min

Welcome to the special Melbourne Pen Show edition of the podcast!

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The hosts were Alisdair (@alisdairdaws), Mel (@the_fine_nib_chick) and Diana (@thegrynne).

FORMAT

00:17—Introduction to the Melbourne Pen Show

Mel and Ali also feature in Episode 27 - "Horses for Courses"

Melbourne Pen Show (@melbournepenshow)

Melbourne Pen Group - email Max Braude [email protected] to sign up to their mailing list

FPO Discord server

My Hearty Timber Box

13:34—What We Are Writing With

Mel: Pilot Vanishing Point Copper EF w/ Pelikan 4001 Blue-Black

Ali: Pilot Custom Urushi MF

Diana: Opus 88 Koloro Orange M w/ Sailor Tokiwa-Matsu

16:21—Interviews

Tom May (@harry_longbaugh) - 17:02

Kevin - 23:58

Quentin Bell (@bucksbelly) - 26:31

Pam Sutton, collector of antique propelling pencils - 27:41

Doug Wilson, collector of Conway-Stewarts - 33:32

Aileen (@penfiend) - 40:50

Tav (@nunc_est_scribendi) and Angela (@crafty_rufus_), vendors and pen enthusiasts from Sydney - 42:12

Natasha, Cassie, Gordon, Georgia and Michael, from interstate - 44:32

Thierry - 47:36

Chris Grosvenor - 51:05

Mark Hopson (@markrhopson) and Sophia Le (@eskimosoap), Sydney Pen Show organisers - 53:06

Michael - 59:16

Peter Lucas, pen turner - 1:01:05

Bruce Denney, vintage pen collector and restorer - 1:02:57

David van Cuylenburg and Kosta Kamboukos, Pen Collectors of Melbourne - 1:05:39

Max Braude, show organising committee member - 1:11:05

Nicholas Gold, the Quillidyllic himself - 1:25:14

1:31:24—Recommendations

Frank Green

Rivers of London Series by Ben Aaronovich

Ravenous (1999)

1:34:57—Thanks and Credits

Producer: Alisdair Daws, Mel Sanders, and Diana Dai.

Recording and editing: Alisdair Daws, Mel Sanders and Diana Dai.

Special thanks to everyone who spoke to us at the Melbourne Pen Show.

Music: Michael Pearce.

Logo: Will H. Smith.

Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

33 - Holiday Gift Guide 2018; Pen Classics NZ

22 november 2018 | 105 min

32 - Build Your Own Chimera

8 november 2018 | 52 min

31 - Fountain Pen Paper

25 oktober 2018 | 61 min

30 - The Hand Senses More Than the Eye Can See

11 oktober 2018 | 74 min

29 - Figboot on Pens

27 september 2018 | 90 min

28 - The Sound of One Pen Being Tested

13 september 2018 | 81 min

27 - Collectors Series Part 4: "Horses for Courses"

4 september 2018 | 62 min

26 - Sydney Pen Show 2018 Preview

11 augusti 2018 | 53 min

25 - Top Pen & Stationery Retailers

2 augusti 2018 | 63 min

24 - It's an Anniversary Q&A!

19 juli 2018 | 75 min

23 - For the Love of Ballpoints!

5 juli 2018 | 64 min

22 - Evolution of Handwriting

21 juni 2018 | 71 min

21 - The Question of Worth

7 juni 2018 | 60 min

20 - Pen Materials Throwdown

25 maj 2018 | 56 min

19 - Treat It Like You Would Your Grandma; Collectors Series Part 3

11 maj 2018 | 83 min

18 - Battle of the Triple-Decker Nibs

26 april 2018 | 41 min

17 - Buy Now, Regret Later (Tokyo Edition)

13 april 2018 | 54 min

16 - Paint With All the Colours of the Wind

28 mars 2018 | 75 min

15 - Collectors Series Part 2: "Handle Carefully Or Else It Explodes"

12 mars 2018 | 33 min

14 - Analog Strikes Back

26 februari 2018 | 60 min

13 - Try To Break This Pen...For Science

13 februari 2018 | 90 min

12 - We Can’t All Be Montblanc, Some of Us Are Lego

29 januari 2018 | 39 min

11 - Collectors Series Part 1: “An Accumulation of Fountain Pens”

16 januari 2018 | 59 min

10 - End-of-Year Roundup 2017

18 december 2017 | 49 min

It’s time to finish up the year (and celebrate our 5-month anniversary) by answering your lingering questions and reminisce on the events of 2017. The hosts also discuss what paper planners they’ll be using in the new year, and Diana hints at what’s to come on the podcast.

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The hosts were Chuck Montano, Max Schumacher, Sharyn Zha, Patrick Antolovich and Diana Dai.

FORMAT

00:40—What We Are Writing With

Sharyn: ST Dupont Fidelio Interentielle

Max: Pilot Custom Heritage 92 MF Cursive Italic, Sailor Yama-dori

Patrick: Lamy Vista 1.1mm, Lamy Neon Coral

Chuck: Omas Ogiva Vodka Lemon, Akkerman Dutch Masters 03

05:45—Mailbag/Reviews

08:00—Memorable Moments of 2017

Fountain Pens Oceania

Regal Pens

Pelikan Hubs 2017

Inquisitive Quill

13:10—Q&A

How to convert non-FP users
Reactions to ‘fancy pens’
Buyer’s remorse
Top 5 inks
What makes a vintage pen?
Pilot 100th anniversary
Best ‘cheapies’
Matching ink to pens

Sharyn: Montblanc Saint-Exupery Encre du Desert, Sailor Mitsukoshi Hana-Hiraku (discontinued), Sailor Tokiwa-Matsu, Monteverde Olivine, Sailor Kobe #17 Shioya Blue

Max: Diamine Autumn Oak, Sailor Yama-dori, Sailor Souten, Aurora Blue, Caran d’Ache Vibrant Green

Patrick: Diamine Steel Blue, Edelstein Tanzanite, Montblanc BMW Blue, Kaweco Red, Bookbinders Red Belly Black (discontinued)

Chuck: Akkerman Dutch Masters 03 Gele Oker van Frans "French Yellow Ochre”, Iroshizuku Syo-ro

34:43—Planning and Goals

Hobonichi Techo Weeks

Amazon Echo and Alexa

Hobonichi 5-Year Techo

40:20—Coming Soon in 2018 on the Nib Section

Aussie fountain pen ink makers: Robert Oster Signature, Bookbinders Snake Ink (sadly discontinued), Toucan, Van Diemans, Blackstone.

If you have any suggestions for future episodes, write to us!

43:36—Recommendations

Fractal Dreamers

Rintattoo (Rin Lu)

Max wants you to learn a hands-on skill

Big Mouth on Netflex

American Vandal on Netflix

46:39—Thanks and Credits

Producers: Diana Dai, Chuck Montano, Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.
Recording and editing: Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.
Music: Michael Pearce.
Logo: Will H. Smith.
Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

9 - Nibs 101

5 december 2017 | 76 min

Our hosts tackle your questions about fountain pen nibs - what they are, what we love about them, and why they (sometimes) give us so much trouble.

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The hosts were Diana Dai, Taveet Sinanian, Sharyn Zha and Patrick Antolovich.

FORMAT

02:12—What We Are Writing With

Tav: Visconti Homosapiens Dark Ages, Edelstein Smokey Quartz

Sharyn: Caran d’Ache Hexagonal Carbon Fibre, Sailor Penlux Cobalt Blue

Patrick: Lamy Joy 1.9mm, Bookbinders Red Belly Black

Diana: Aurora Optima Black Pearl EF, Kobe Tao Black

08:27—The Basics

Nib shapes, materials, and the grinds they come in, both the mundane and the exotic.

Resources:

Pictures and writing sample of a Spors glass-nibbed pen at Leigh Reyes’ blog.
Sailor Specialty Nibs reference page at Nibs.com.
Teoh also has great reviews and photos of Sailor specialty nibs at ParkaBlogs.
Mike Matteson also has a YouTube video that provides a good overview of the different nib grinds.

36:55—Reviews/Mailbag

38:52—Let’s Talk About Flex, Baby!

A reminder to flex with caution!

David Nishimura’s posts on nibs at The Vintage Pens Blog

47:47—News

TNS now has an Instagram

BYOB Pen Club Podcast

49:16—Nib FAQs

How would you make a nib wetter or dryer? (Quentin)
Are there people who can retip nibs? (Maria)
Have you used any of the Sailor specialty nibs? How easily can we get our hands on them? (Maria)
Is the cost of warranty the only thing stopping modern penmakers from making vintage wet noodle nibs? (David Brennan)
Which companies should you try before you buy due to QC issues? (Sunelle)
Which non-branded nibs would you recommended? And which pens can you swap out the nibs on? (Sunelle)

Goldnibs.com and Greg Minuskin can retip a nib. Despite the mention in the episode, it appears that John Mottishaw no longer offers retipping services over at Classic Fountain Pens.

The Desiderata Pen Company make hand-turned pens that will take a calligraphy dip nib.

1:01:26—Recommendations

Blade Runner (Director’s Cut)

Chuck (NBC)

Thingiverse

Edith Rewa

1:15:24—Credits

Producers: Diana Dai, Taveet Sinanian, Max Schumacher, Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.

Recording and editing: Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.
Music: Michael Pearce.
Logo: Will H. Smith.
Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

8.5 - Bonus Episode: Melbourne Pen Show 2017

2 december 2017 | 55 min

8 - Holiday Gift Guide 2017, LarryPOST

20 november 2017 | 78 min

7.5 – Interim News

6 november 2017 | 7 min

7 - QC Controversies: Nakaya, Visconti, TWSBI

23 oktober 2017 | 60 min

This Episode on The Nib Section, our panel travel down a darker path of fountain pen ownership: Quality Control. Hosts Chuck and Diana speak to a wide range of guests to discuss the relationship between creator and customer. Brian Saputro comes in to speak about the art of Japanese Laquer that has made manufacturer Nakaya so popular, coupled with Sharyn Zha, a well loved and respected member of the FPO, known for her various collections. After, the panel is joined by Aidan O’Brien, a FPO leader and collector of Visconti and TWSBI, ready to answer repeated claims that both Visconti and TWSBI are lacking in the QC department. Flanked on all sides with knowledge is returning guest Taveet, ready to explain all terms further.

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The hosts were Chuck Montano, Diana Dai, Brian Saputro, Sharyn Zha, Aidan O'Brien and Taveet Sinanian.

FORMAT

00:19—Panel intro

What We Are Writing With:
– Chuck: Pro Gear Realo

– Diana: Pilot VP: Raden Minamo

– Sharyn: Montblanc Boheme Paso Doble Rouge

– Aidan: Visconti Homo Sapiens Bronze Age

02:40—Tragedy Of Nakaya’s Success

The panel recollect the rise of Nakaya, a formerly very small team of Japanese artisan fountain pen makers, now much larger and more streamlined due to popular demand, and what that can mean for the loss of close attention to detail. Brian explains the artistry behind their processes, including his own endeavours into the world of Japanese Laquer.

There are at least three famous types of maki-e: Hira maki-e, which is a flat maki-e; Taka maki-e, where the design is firstly raised using sumiko, charcoal powder, followed by gold powder application; and Kaga maki-e which uses gold flakes or foils instead of powder.

Next, is the Raden, which involves the application of abalone shell or mother of pearl onto wet lacquer, whether it’s in the form of strips, flakes, or shapes.

Tamenuri, well, this is a bit less known i think. It literally translates to “pooling”. In lacquer-sense, this effect can be achieved by applying layers and layers of clear urushi, which is actually brown, on top of a coloured undercoat. However, this technique can be cheated by applying only a few layers of black urushi and sanding the corners down. Results won’t be the same, but from a distance it does.

Chinkin, is a peculiar one. It’s relatively new compared to the ones i mentioned before. This involves making incisions on cured urushi, applying maki-e to the incisions. This technique gives depth and perspective, depending on the artist’s design.

28:02—QC Woes of Visconti and TWSBI

Visconti is known as the pinnacle of Fountain Pen collection for many people. However, especially in Australia, it seems that it’s hard to come across a pen that doesn’t have a problem in some way. Aidan answers some questions about what’s happening, why it’s happening, and what you can do about it. Furthermore, TWSBI also is examined for potential QC issues.

– Visconti Service Address: [email protected]

54:44—Recommendations

– Sharyn: Planet Earth 2

– Diana: Wild Alaska, and an additional 40 hours of Planet Earth 2 footage

– Aidan: The Expanse

– Taveet: Penny Dreadful

– Chuck: Mister Lui

58:47—Credits

Producers: Diana Dai, Chuck Montano, Sharyn Zha, Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.
Recording and editing: Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.
Music: Michael Pearce.
Logo: Will H. Smith.
Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

6 - Fountain Pen Inks 101

10 oktober 2017 | 51 min

The Nib Section delves into the deep and diverse world of inks, providing not only a starting point for the beginners in the scene, but also answering questions from viewers in regards to various ink myths and mysteries, as well as looking ahead for what might be next in the industry of ink manufacture.

The Nib Section is the official podcast of Fountain Pens Oceania.
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The hosts were Chuck, Jean and Taveet with special guest Joanne Pham.

FORMAT

00:20—Panel intro

What We Are Writing With:
– Chuck: Pilot CH92 Orange Demonstrator

– Tav: Vintage Japanese “Woden”

– Joanne: Franklin Christoph Pocket

– Jean: Platinum Maki-e Kanazawa

03:22—News With Max

One of our producers, Max Schumacher, goes through some of the happenings within the fountain pen market, looking at newly announced pens and inks.

08:18—The Basics

The hosts speak with Inksperts Tav and Joanne to find out some of the basic aspects of inks – what they’re made of, what each type of ink is and some of the science behind it.

19:45—The Deeper

Ever wondered what the most recently discovered shade of blue is? Joanne happens to know, and the panel delve into what’s been happening in the innovation and development of new and exciting colours, some of them even coming from spiders (arachnophobia warning).

For iron gall inks with lower iron content, that are less likely to cause blockages, try Pelikan 4001 Blue Black and the Platinum Classic series of inks. The usual precautions for iron gall inks (regular cleaning, avoid contact with metal parts) apply.

25:46—Ink FAQs

The panel answer questions from our audience:

Are Iron-Gall inks safe in vintage pens?
What inks will behave well in what pens?
How do you keep ink in good condition?
How do you clean ink-caked pens?
Do shimmer inks clog pens?
Does the Noodler’s Eel range lubricate Piston/Vac pens?
How to remove ink from various surfaces?
What is the most permanent ink?
What makes an ink wet?
What makes an in sheen?
Worst or Best inksperience?
What are your favourite Inks?

48:21 – Recommendations

From Jean: TV Show – Atypical

From everyone else: Sun protection!

50:18—Credits

Producers: Diana Dai, Chuck Montano, Max Schumacher, Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.
Recording and editing: Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.

Music: Michael Pearce.
Logo: Will H. Smith.
Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

Originally published on October 10, 2017.

5 - Pelikan Hubs Recap, or How to Be A Stationery MacGyver

10 oktober 2017 | 55 min

4 - Pelikan Hubs Preview, or How to Crowdsource a Pen Event

10 oktober 2017 | 62 min

In a special preview episode for the 2017 Pelikan Hubs, Diana interviews two of this year’s Hub Masters - Leo Fok (Hong Kong) and Aidan O’Brien (Sydney) - about how they’re preparing for the event. The Hubs will be held around the world on 22nd September, 2017.

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The hosts were Chuck Montano, Aidan O’Brien and Diana Dai.

FORMAT

—Panel intro

What We Are Writing With:
Aidan, Visconti Corsani 90 with Take-Sumi; Visconti Homo Sapiens Caput Mundi with Sailor Grenade; Pelikan M805 Demo with Nitrogen Royal Blue.
Diana, Pilot Custom 743 Burgundy F with Diamine Bach.
Chuck, Sailor Profit 1911 Realo M with Diamine Terracotta.

—Reviews

—Feature interview with Aidan O’Brien and Leo Fok

Fountain Pen Intelligence Agency (Hong Kong)

Fountain Pens Oceania

Pelikan Hubs Official Page

The Pelikan’s Perch

Leo Fok

IG: InquisitiveQuill

YT: Inquisitive Quill

—Poll

—News

If you have a burning question about inks, a QC-related story about a pen you’d like to share, or if you want to let us know about your experience at the 2017 Pelikan Hubs, please email us or comment on our Facebook page. Emails and comments that we receive before September 24th might be featured in September and October upcoming episodes.

Corsani The Octa90nal

Notemaker becoming Milligram

—Recommendations

—Credits

Producers: Diana Dai, Chuck Montano, Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.
Recording and editing: Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.

Special thanks this episode go to Leo Fok and Aidan O’Brien for taking the time to speak to us this episode.

Music: Michael Pearce.
Logo: Will H. Smith.
Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

(This is a re-upload of Episode 4 - originally uploaded 12/19/17)

3 - Handwriting and the Art of Calligraphy

9 oktober 2017 | 60 min

Tav talks to two calligraphers, Ruben and Ahmad, about their art (yes art!), while the roundtable discusses the difference between calligraphy and handwriting, and how using fountain pens has affected the way they write.

We apologise for the audio quality this episode. Sydney is in the midst of a flu epidemic and it was quite a trial getting everyone able-bodied and in the same location for recording. Hopefully the discussion will make up for it. :)

The Nib Section is the official podcast of Fountain Pens Oceania.
You can always email us at [email protected]

Go like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/TheNibSection/

Twitter: @thenibsection

Podbean: thenibsection.podbean.com/

The hosts were Chuck, Jean, Tav and Chrissy.

FORMAT

00:37—Panel intro

What We Are Writing With:
Tav, Sailor Profit 1911 Large Naginata M, Organics Studio Nitrogen Royal Blue

Jean, Pelikan M400 Red Stripe M, Montblanc Shakespeare Red

Christina, Baoer 3035, Iroshizuku Take-sumi

Chuck, Nakaya Decapod Twist Heki-tamenuri SM, Aurora Blue

03:30—Mailbag

Thanks to John M. from Alice Springs for emailing us.

08:40—Feature interview with Ruben Tabuteau and Ahmad Mujtaba on Gothic and urdu calligraphy

Ruben

Instagram: SirScribe

Youtube: Scribe Life

Ahmad

Youtube: Writing Urdu with a 1.1mm stub

Additional resources

MrMuttaqi and omarnizamuddin on Youtube

Australian Society of Calligraphers Inc. and their workshops

29:55—The hosts discuss a bevy of topics, including the difference between calligraphy and handwriting, the importance of calligraphy in different cultures and traditions, and handwriting over the centuries.

41:14—News

Conid Pen

Gunther Werks

Email Jean to let her know of any repairers and restorers of fountain pens in Australia and NZ

Nagasawa Kobe

@yamada_leuf’s Kobe ink writing samples

46:39—How handwriting fits into our daily lives

50:00—Has cursive had its heyday?

52:44—Poll

Visit our Facebook to weigh in on the poll question, “What brand (other than Pelikan) would you most like to see organise events for the fountain pen community?”

55:03—Recommendations

Report of the Week

Vox Canvas will be performing in Melbourne, 8-9 September 2017

Plague Inc.

And don’t forget to call your parents!

58:12—Credits

Producers: Diana Dai, Chux Montano, Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang, Taveet Sinanian, Jean Pearce.
Recording and editing: Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.

Special thanks this episode go to Ruben Tabuteau and Ahmad Mujtaba for taking the time to speak to us about calligraphy.

Music: Michael Pearce.
Logo: Will H. Smith.
Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

(This is a re-upload of Episode 3 - originally uploaded on 29/08/17)

2 - Journeys in Japan, Sydney Pen Show

14 augusti 2017 | 43 min

Chux and Chrissy chat with special guest hosts Mark and Sophia about their recent pen-related adventures in Japan, and their plans to hold a pen and stationery show in Sydney.

The Nib Section is the official podcast of Fountain Pens Oceania.
You can always email us at [email protected]

Go like us on Facebook! www.facebook.com/TheNibSection/

Twitter: @thenibsection

Podbean: thenibsection.podbean.com/

The hosts were Chux, Chrissy, Sophia and Mark.

FORMAT

00:32—Panel intro

01:04—What We Are Writing With

Mark, Lamy AL-Star with custom 14kt gold nib

Sophia, Pilot Fermo Green with medium nib

Chrissy, TWSBI Eco White with 1.1mm stub

Chux, Pilot 823 Amber with broad architect nib

02:02—Mailbag

Resources on nib tipping sizes:

Goulet Nib Comparison Tool

Nibs.com Nib Tipping Sizes Chart

05:44—Mark and Sophia’s pen adventures in Japan

Shibuya, Tokyo - Bungubox.

Kobe - Nagasawa Stationery and Pen and Message.

Nagoya - Sankodo.

Shout out to Daisuke from Pilot, who showed Mark and Sophia around Itoya and Maruzen.

Pilot and Namiki factory tour.

Top Sailor Store Exclusive Inks:

Sankodo Forest Green

Bungubox Imperial Purple

Bungubox Sweet Potato Yellow

Kobe 41 Suma Rikyu Rose

Pen and Message Cigar

To see swabs of these inks, visit our Facebook.

18:40—Quick tip

20:30—Sydney Pen Show

https://www.facebook.com/SydneyPenShow/

Get in touch with the organisers: [email protected]

25:17—News

Organics Studio Elements Nitrogen Royal Blue

Pensive Pens

Classic Pens NZ

The next Sydney FPO Meet-up will be at Dove & Olive, 1pm on 19 August 2017

34:38—Recommendations

Food Wars

Beelzebub

Fargo the TV Series

Beastmaster

A Confederacy of Dunces, John Kennedy Toole

39:17—Poll

"Should cursive go the way of the dinosaurs?"

Visit our Facebook to weigh in on the new poll:

https://www.facebook.com/TheNibSection/

41:44—Credits

Producers: Diana Dai, Chux Montano, Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.

Recording and editing: Patrick Antolovich, Denise Tang.

Music: Michael Pearce.

Logo: Will H. Smith.

Logo artwork: Melissa Graf.

1 - Introducing The Nib Section

1 augusti 2017 | 50 min

The Nib Section

Roundtable discussion podcast about fountain pens, ink and the people who go crazy for them, from Fountain Pens Oceania.

Om podden

Avsnitt

78 - Ink-Filling Systems

77 - Our Stationery Startup

76 - Brad Dowdy, Professional Pen Addict

75 - Recent Acquisitions (April 2021 Edition)

74 - Collectors Series Part 8: Max Penabler

73 - Your Pelikan Opinions Are Valid

72 - Journaling for Productivity

71 - Gem on a Nib

70 - End-of-year Q&A

69 - The Fourth Dimension

68 - Esterbroook 3.0

67 - Pencil-like Feedback

66 - Mountain of Ink

65 - The Colour of C-sharp Minor

64 - A Preppy Went to Uni

63 - Quarantine Diaries

62 - Draw It Your Way

61 - Ocean of Ink

60 - Pen Friends

59 - End of Year Q&A (2019 Edition)

58 - What Not To Buy A Fountain Pen Enthusiast

57 - Crossed (State) Lines

56 - Inktober; Recent Acquisitions

55 - Care and Maintenance of Your Lamy 2000

54 - Collectors Series Part 7: "Mass-Produced Curator"

53 - The Other German Pen Brand

52 - Audrey Matteson, Nib Doctor

51 - The Ones That Got Away (Sydney Pen Show Edition)

50 - Tuned to Order

49 - A Truly Committed Filth Monster (2nd Anniversary Q&A Edition)

48 - Colour Coordinating is a Superpower

47 - Collectors Series Part 6: Leo Fok

46 - Recent Acquisitions (June 2019 Edition)

45 - Write Therapy

44 - Carry and Storage

43 - Pet Peeves

42 - Ink Stories with Inkantadora

41 - Tokyo Pen Expedition (A Happy Cut of the Tine Edition)

40 - Tokyo Pen Expedition (Decimania Edition)

39 - Collectors Series Part 5: "Lamy Archaeology"

38 - Fuzzy Feelings

37 - Instant Fountain Pen Expert

36 - Hopes and Predictions for 2019

35 - End of Year Wrap...up 2018

34 - Trams, Rain and Avacado Lattes (Melbourne Pen Show 2018 Edition)

33 - Holiday Gift Guide 2018; Pen Classics NZ

32 - Build Your Own Chimera

31 - Fountain Pen Paper

30 - The Hand Senses More Than the Eye Can See

29 - Figboot on Pens

28 - The Sound of One Pen Being Tested

27 - Collectors Series Part 4: "Horses for Courses"

26 - Sydney Pen Show 2018 Preview

25 - Top Pen &amp; Stationery Retailers

24 - It's an Anniversary Q&amp;A!

23 - For the Love of Ballpoints!

22 - Evolution of Handwriting

21 - The Question of Worth

20 - Pen Materials Throwdown

19 - Treat It Like You Would Your Grandma; Collectors Series Part 3

18 - Battle of the Triple-Decker Nibs

17 - Buy Now, Regret Later (Tokyo Edition)

16 - Paint With All the Colours of the Wind

15 - Collectors Series Part 2: "Handle Carefully Or Else It Explodes"

14 - Analog Strikes Back

13 - Try To Break This Pen...For Science

12 - We Can’t All Be Montblanc, Some of Us Are Lego

11 - Collectors Series Part 1: “An Accumulation of Fountain Pens”

10 - End-of-Year Roundup 2017

9 - Nibs 101

8.5 - Bonus Episode: Melbourne Pen Show 2017

8 - Holiday Gift Guide 2017, LarryPOST

7.5 – Interim News

7 - QC Controversies: Nakaya, Visconti, TWSBI

6 - Fountain Pen Inks 101

5 - Pelikan Hubs Recap, or How to Be A Stationery MacGyver

25 - Top Pen & Stationery Retailers

24 - It's an Anniversary Q&A!