Currently Inked 21-MAR-2022

No shop or store today can equal the stationery stock of the Army & Navy stores in 1907. They had pens, of course, and things like polished brass inkwells in the form of crabs and lobsters that still appear in auctions today. One expects folding writing slopes, but perhaps not in leather rather than in […] read more

What was your first fountain pen? Chances are, it was a bare-bones gateway pen made of cheerful plastic. These are perfect for learning how to use fountain pens, but once you’re comfortable, the expansive world of mid-range fountain pens awaits. These pens give you access to a wide variety of styles, higher-quality materials and construction, and specialized designs like pocket sizing and built-in filling systems. At... read more

The Maruzen Co., Ltd. has long been one of Japan’s leading booksellers. With a core focus on books and other periodicals, the company has cultivated a diverse portfolio that includes stationery, fashion, and information technologies. Founded in 1869 as Maruya Shosha, its success and longevity over the past 152 years is likely due to the […] read more

Collections are a core part of most bullet journals I've seen online and mine is no exception. Today, I'm going to talk through a few of mine, how they are used and why they are useful to me.  Mood TrackerPretty self-explanatory! We've had a tough two years or so and a mood tracker has been good for me to reflect on what can affect my mood positively and negatively.... read more

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Wandering the aisles of your local office supply store, you’re sure to find 0.7 mm and 0.5 mm mechanical pencils. But what if those aren’t what you need? Have you ever thought pencil manufacturers just aren’t thinking small enough? Fine-tip mechanical pencils that write with 0.3 mm and even 0.2 mm leads aren’t likely to turn up on shelves near you, but here at JetPens we... read more

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This beautiful and mysterious safety pen was shown to me by Rob Parsons. The tapering shape of the pen suggests that it is a late one. The mottled hard rubber is lovely as it always is. Who made it? It has a superficial resemblance to Waterman pens and it has an 18k Waterman nib. There’s […] read more

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A customizable multi pen, or multi function pen, lets you fill a pen body with your choice of refills. While most multi pens let you pick from read more