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28Oct
The Many Anniversaries Of Maruzen
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
28Apr
faber-castell essentio fountain pen in rose with an extra fine nib
This Faber-Castell Essentio fountain pen has been in use for at least eighteen months now (I can't even remember when I bought it). It was an upgrade from the Lamy Safaris and Al-Stars I was using as my main work pen. Seeing the lovely rose colour and knowing that Faber-Castell is a fountain pen brand with a good reputation, I was surely onto a winner.... right?Well, you'll probably have... read more
13Sep
sailor professional gear regular fountain pen in navy and rose gold (limited edition) with a fine nib – a review
Earlier on this year, I was having a tough time and treated myself to a new fountain pen: this limited edition Sailor Professional Gear Regular Fountain Pen in Navy and Rose Gold. It came with a rose gold 21k fine nib and I feel like the photos don't do this pen justice at all. First impressions at the time:What a beautiful pen! It's a great size (a bit chunkier than... read more
02Apr
Army & Navy Stores, 1907
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
16Apr
Another Forward Pen
Another Forward, a very uncommon pen. I wrote about one once before and as ever the search box above right will take you there if you wish to see the other one. Spicer Bros. Ltd. are credited with the pen’s manufacture, as with other models and styles. This example differs markedly from the last one […] read more
15Feb
Is Writing by Hand Better For You?
In the current digital age, most people have moved away from writing by hand to typing instead. However, that doesn’t mean you should throw out your favorite pens and notebooks and switch entirely to digital note-taking: there are actual benefits to writing by hand. Read on or watch the video below to find out why writing longhand is better for you. read more
22Mar
Pilot Dr. Grip: A Comprehensive Guide
For those who suffer from tired, fatigued hands, the Dr. Grip is just what the doctor ordered. This high quality writing instrument has an innovative grip design that provides the ideal combination of softness and support. Additionally, the weight balance is optimized for an ergonomic writing experience. To find out more about the different models of the award-winning Dr. Grip, read on. ... read more
02May
The Best Pens and Inks for Crosswords
Filling in crosswords is an excellent way to test your trivia skills and powers of deduction. While some puzzle fans have moved on to digital formats, many pen and paper enthusiasts continue to complete crosswords or sudokus in a local newspaper or in an omnibus puzzle collection. However, the last thing anyone needs is for a writing instrument to dig a hole in the newsprint or... read more
09Dec
planning ahead with a bullet journal
The one thing about bullet journals that I struggle with is putting in important dates for the year after. Because I'm not buying a planner every October in preparation for the next calendar year, I knew a set-up within the current year's bullet journal was essential. So this is how I plan my year ahead. Each six months' get a double page spread of their own. This is to ensure there's... read more