Reviews, collecting stories, care advice, and product announcements for fountain pens and other writing tools.
Zebra announces compact dual-tip Mildliner Minis in 20 colors. The U.S. brand says they arrive at participating retailers November 1.
Pilot’s Japanese announcement schedules six limited Acro 300 designs for November at ¥605 each, tax included. They use black 0.5 mm oil-based ink.
JG3 Reviews introduces Scriveiner’s slimmer Daily pen and a journal with 100 GSM Japanese paper. Both products were supplied for review.
Brad Dowdy finds the Pro Gear Regular Lucky Charm writes well, but questions its $200 price and feel. The review discloses a purchase discount.
Fudefan’s description praises the PenBBS 550’s design and upturned fine nib, while flagging a slippery grip, loosening section, and uncomfortable stepdown.
Cheryl finds ink lingering around the L’il Dipper’s screw after rinsing. Swatchers may need extra cleaning between bottles to avoid carrying ink across.
Fountain Pen Companion updates its dashboard suggester to better match requests for ink samples and specific pens. Useful when deciding what to ink next.
Laura reassesses three years of collecting, lets go of duplicates, and moves unused pens into accessible drawers. Her aim: rotate more and buy more selectively.
A damaged Aurora prompts a reflection on borrowing pens. Ask how the mechanism works, and speak up if something breaks.
Sailor’s Japanese announcement sets an October 24 launch for this Hiroshige-inspired ebonite pen. The 450-piece edition allocates 225 pens to Japan and 225 overseas.