Platinum Desk Pen Fountain Pen Review

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

Organize busy schedules and plan for the future with a 2022 planner. These indispensable tools come in different formats—such as daily, weekly, and monthly layouts—to best suit your planning style. Read on to see what planners we have available for 2022, including options from Hobonichi, Kokuyo, Leuchtturm1917, and more. 2022 April Start Hobonichi Techo & Kokuyo Jibun Techo ... read more

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During the last twelve months, I have taken two surgical exams. Postgraduate exams are a whole new kettle of fish! At medical school, we needed to know a little about everything so you'd think revising for exams that were for a subset of that 'everything' would be easier? Nope. Turns out there is still a mountain to learn for surgery. The little about everything still applies, but for everything... read more

Since 2001, the Hobonichi Techo has earned a cult following and become a global lifestyle icon. What is a Hobonichi Techo, you ask? It is a Japanese daily planner known for its minimal and functional design. While it may look like an ordinary planner at first glance, using a Hobonichi Techo reveals the thoughtful details that make it such a beloved daily companion. ... read more

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

The days are getting longer. Frost and darkness are starting to make place for the first rays of sunshine as spring closes in. And I? Well, I've been a bit absent on here (as you may have noticed!). I've started the new year by rethinking some priorities. While I'm certainly not giving up on pens, nor this website, I do feel like I want to explore a bit and put... read more

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The legend of the Blackwing exceeds the reputation of any other pencil. Its exceptional balance of softness, darkness, and sharpness, set off by an elegant ferrule and replaceable eraser, makes it instantly recognizable and highly addictive. Celebrated authors, musicians, and artists declared that they could not work without the original Blackwing after it was discontinued in 1998. The revived family of Blackwing pencils and companion products... read more

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