Frank discuses some recently released fountain pen, his recent fountain pen usage and journey, shares his current opinion on kick starter, and his thought on hobby burn out and how to prevent/slow it.

Goods discussed:

https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/modern-fuel/the-modular-minimalist-machined-fountain-pen-for-every-day

Ensso Ultem fountain pen Sale

Esterbrook model J Capri Blue

Leonardopen Dodici-magmatica

Benu Steamboat

Collins and Frank discusses their recent fountain pen discovery and Frank’s purchases.

Collins brings up the concept of no buy or low buy year, only to realized he has already failed the challenge.

While reviewing recent release, the duo realized Visconti finally release a new pen that both of them really enjoyed the design.

Goods Mentioned:

Magna Carta Mag 600

Visconti Magnifico Calacatta Gold

Lemon M2S China Four Great Beasts

Panda Pen

Ensso Titanium Bolt Action Fountain Pen

Penbbs Engraved nib

Natami "Warp Drive"' Pen

#8 Size Moonman

Pelikan 1000 Renaissance

Montegrappa Frankenstein Le

Let’s go over the recent release in fountain pen space, from low price pens like the Cultpen Maki-e to Pilot Pro Gears. Frank also shares his recent issue with Platinum chou kuro, his unfruitful attempt at trouble shoot with them, and some issues with JP to USA shipping.

Goods covered in this episode:

Monte Grappa Deep Sea

Edison Collier Blue-Nebula

Sailor Pro Gear slim Pen of the Year Celestial Grey SE

Sailor Professional Gear Roppongi gold Ginza Silver

Ben Walsh New Nib

Platinum Preppy Modern Maki-e Second release

Campus Lay Flat Notebook

Sailor Pro Gear mechanical Pencil

Lamy ABC Mechanical Pencil

Lamy 2000 Black-Makrolon Mechanical Pencil

Collins and Frank comment on the new Kaweco Piston Pen and limited edition release, Frank’s new TABINOSIZUKU - Cosmic Feather Glass Pen, new Sailor & Black wing release and some unexpected changes to Frank’s fountain pen.

Goods discussed:

Kaweco New Piston Filler

Sorry, only discord photos on the Lamy New LE Al Star for now.

New Sailor Tuzu

Glow in the Dark Black Wing 602 LE

Kaweco Sport - Apricot Sport

LAMY got bought out!!!!!! but maybe it’s for the better?

Frank discusses the recent LAMY acquisition, New Pen & pencil he has purchased and some recent product releases.

Goods/News mentioned:

LAMY acquisition

Platinum Shape of Heart Chai Latte LE Edition

New Maruman Notebook

Stiloe Stile Grind your Nib Service

Autmog

CA Pens show and has come and gone, Frank shares his experience of the show and items that piqued his interest.

Goods Mentioned in the podcast:

Lusso pens

Plotter notebook

Curnow Bookbinding & Leatherwork

kyuseido

Fifty4T

In today’s episode, Collins shares exactly what he’s been working on in recent weeks and shares his result.

Frank discusses his recent mishaps, in both fountain pen related incidents and personal life.

Goods/website mentioned:

https://soeandsoe.com.au

Visconti Year of the Dragon

Reddit Post on Fountain Pen ink

Uniball One P Gel Pen

Namoki Watch Mods

BottleHead headphone Amp

Welcome everyone to the first episode of of 2024!

Frank discusses the updated fountain pen line up for Pilot Japan, New releases since their last episode, and news regarding to urushi lacquer wares from Wajima, Japan.

Goods/website discussed in Podcast:

PIot JP current line up

Production Pause Notice from Nakaya

Bungubox's Notice on stop production of Maki-E Pens

Bungubox's donation link for Mr.Hino (Bungubox' Maki-E artist)

PenBBS Calligraphy Nibs

Ensso Retractable Fountain Pen

Bungubox Glass Dip Pen

New SCHON Design

Benu Viper Pen

Endless Stationery Bottles

New Tailored pen Company offering

AppelBoom USA (Boston) Store closing

Hongdian Now available on Ebay

Shibui North

Happy Holidays Everyone!!! This episode was recorded a bit late, regardless, please enjoy our Holiday special review of the

Diamine 2023 InkVent Calendar

Collins and Franks having a discussion regarding to new purchases and shares a few new holiday release pens.

Frank proceed to talk about his most recent keyboard purchases and the never ending “end game” keyboard purchase has has made in recent time.

Collins proceeds to discuss his recent sales, purchases, and the duo discusses Hello Kitty products.

Goods Mentioned:

Nahvalur New Limited edition Fountain pen

Magna Carta Christmas LE

New Hello Kitty Collab

Collins is finally back after a short break! Discusses his current situation and also shares some of his & friend’s recent findings.

Frank discusses his recent ink purchases, recent winter fountain pen releases, what pen would you NOT buy, and a rambling conversation regarding to audio.

Goods mentioned:

otonari kobo Glass Stationery ware

Feather Shaped Glass dip pen

Ancora Jeweled Shape ink release

Maruzen Athena - Sepia Brown (sorry, no direct product link for this one)

LV "Poop pen"

Goulet Benu Earl Grey LE

Leonardo New Pen release

Bungu box Hatsuyuki

NOVA STUDIO ULTEM TI Sale