Fountain Pen and Stationery (Record of Hobbies)
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| 22 Sep 2020 | Fountain Pen and Stationery Episode 001 | 01:00:27 | |
Frank and Collins going over their history with fountain pens, their usage, preference, and the type of ink they typically use. | |||
| 14 Oct 2020 | Fountain Pen and Stationery Episode 002 | 01:22:44 | |
Product mentioned: Pilot Vanishing Point LS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QsHlxYeaXoY New Visconti Homosapien Color series https://www.nibs.com/catalog?search_api_views_fulltext=Lava%20Color Sailor Studio 252 https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-ink-studio-252-20ml-bottled-ink Sailor Studio 224 https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-ink-studio-224-20ml-bottled-ink | |||
| 28 Oct 2020 | Fountain Pen and Stationery Episode 003 | 00:59:38 | |
Frank and Collin’s current notebook can be found on the main blog ataraxia.fyi Products discussed Hobonichi Techo Planner https://www.1101.com/store/techo/en/lineup/ Wonderland 222 https://wonderland222.com Endless Taroko Shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/TarokoShop?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=853589462 Nanami Paper http://www.nanamipaper.com/ | |||
| 11 Nov 2020 | Fountain Pen and Stationery Episode 004 | 01:02:09 | |
| 03 Dec 2020 | Fountain Pen and Stationery Episode 005 - Pen cases and travel with fountain pen | 00:59:44 | |
Products discussed Saki Pen roll https://www.jetpens.com/search?q=saki+pen+roll&v=2 Galen zipped pen cases https://www.galenleather.com/collections/zippered-pen-pencil-cases Bung-Box Pen rolls https://bung-box.com/products/list38.html Franklin-Christoph Pen roll/cases https://www.franklin-christoph.com/collections/pen-cases My63leather Custom Pen case https://my63leather.wordpress.com/ Galen Writer’s Medic Bag https://www.galenleather.com/collections/pen-pouches/products/writers-medic-bag-xlarge-crazy-horse-smoky Eboya Fountain pens https://eboyashop.com/collections/fountain-pens Wancher Kunisaki Glass pens https://www.wancherpen.com/collections/kunisaki-glass-pens | |||
| 17 Dec 2020 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S01E06 - Holiday Gift Ideas and Shopping List for 2020 | 01:08:41 | |
Gift under 50 dollar Frank’s list Franklin Christoph Seven pen Roll GLP Tomoe Paper Note book (Hardcover, small, 192 pages only) Collins’ list Gift under 150 dollar Frank’s list Collins’s list What we are planning to get for 2020 | |||
| 30 Dec 2020 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S01E07 - End of year recap for 2020 | 01:07:43 | |
| 13 Jan 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E01 - Scissors | 00:57:33 | |
| 10 Feb 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E02 - Writing Setup | 01:04:28 | |
| 27 Feb 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E03 - Etsy Goods | 01:10:17 | |
| 17 Mar 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E04 - State of Collection | 01:12:31 | |
Frank and Collins looking through their current collection and discuss their current possession and future interest. | |||
| 18 Apr 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E05 - Pilot Fountain Pens | 01:15:58 | |
Let's take some time and discuss one of the Japanese big three pen companies, Pilot | |||
| 03 May 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E06 - All Things Sailor | 01:15:57 | |
| 19 May 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E07 - Platinum Time | 01:16:55 | |
| 08 Jun 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E08 - Lamy | 01:02:13 | |
| 26 Jun 2021 | Fountain Pen and Stationery S02E09 - THE Paper-pocalypse and Blue Blue Ink | 01:02:02 | |
Collins and Frank catching up on what is going on in the fountain pen world, ranging from the price increase of Sailor Fountainpens, the potential discontinuation of Tomoe Paper, and Frank’s interest in the recently available, new synthesis pigment, Yinmn blue. | |||
| 12 Jul 2021 | FPS S02E10 - Work Setup Revision and Mech Keyboards | 01:12:40 | |
Frank and Collins discusses their current work situation changes to their work setup.
Frank decides to discussion the similarities between fountain pen and mechanical keyboard hobby after spending a considerable amount of time and money to get his new keyboard, | |||
| 24 Jul 2021 | FPS S02E11 - New Pens Discussion | 01:04:44 | |
| 30 Jul 2021 | FPS S02E12 - Pokemon, Pen Designs and Nib Smith | 01:03:25 | |
Products discussed: Franklin Christoph - 31 Omnis Italian Ice The next episode will also be 3 weeks after this one. This episode was recorded early with the intend to be released in two weeks interval, but we decided to release it early due to the time sensitivity of the limited release and collab. | |||
| 01 Sep 2021 | FPS S02E13 - Better Late Than Never | 01:08:56 | |
| 20 Sep 2021 | FPS S02E14 - Toyooka Craft and Wabi Sabi | 01:12:55 | |
Items covered in this PodCast | |||
| 01 Oct 2021 | FPS S02E15 - New Dialog and Minions | 01:09:53 | |
Let's talk about some new pens and Frank's rant on the importance of physical storage of digital security codes. Goods covered in this episode: | |||
| 16 Oct 2021 | FPS S02E16 - Ink and Pen BBS Specialty Nibs | 00:58:05 | |
Collins talks about his recent issue with Sailor Storia ink Frank discusses his worst ink mishap so far. The two also talk about newly release of ink, fountain pen, new PenBBS engraved nibs, and Wingsung specialty nibs. Products discussed. Sailor Pro Gear Pillow Book Autumn Sky King of Pens Fountain Pen (Limited Edition) Pelikan M200 Fountain Pen - Golden Beryl (Special Edition) Narwhal Nautilus Fountain Pen Seaweed Ebonite Limited Edition Please note, we originally thought they were laser engrave, but they are actually handcrafted instead. | |||
| 01 Nov 2021 | FPS S02E17 - Is this your Style | 00:57:43 | |
The duo talked about their recent finding and discoveries in pens in general and looked over some of the recent pen releases and discuses Collins’' pen preference. Pens and stationeries covered in this Podcast Visconti Homo Sapiens Carbon Fiber w/Copper Sailor Compass, beginner friendly pen Nakaya Naka-ai Writer Pen of the Year 2022 - White Tiger Nakaya Naka-ai Writer Pen of the Year 2022 - Orange Tiger Conklin Duragraph Fountain Pen - Demo/Black (Limited Edition) We can be reached at | |||
| 19 Nov 2021 | FPS S02E18 - All that Bottle | 01:15:56 | |
Let’s take a look over some commonly obtainable fountain pen ink bottles and go over their usefulness, design, and pros & cons. Products discussed in this podcast: Special mentions: | |||
| 06 Dec 2021 | FPS S02E19 - Current Events and Pirates | 00:54:10 | |
Collins and Frank discuss recent news and events in the fountain pen world. Including Kaweco Premium nib quality control The need to fully disassemble your pen during clean Frank’s Black Friday sale purchase Moonman/Mahjong’s “New” pen And the new resurrected Tomoe Paper by Sanzen | |||
| 16 Dec 2021 | FPS S02E20 - Christmas Special: Pen and Ink pairing | 01:17:52 | |
It’s the season of giving! Collins and Frank cumulated some holiday pen and ink gifting combos for your love ones or for your self. The Podcast blog post can be found at https://fountainpenandstationery.com We can be reached at fountainpenandstationery@gmail.com Products discussed in Podcast: Conklin Duragraph - Demo/Black LE YSTUDIO Classic Revolve Fountain Pen - Red Model 31 Omnis FP - Italian Ice Penlux Masterpiece Grande - Snowflake Robert Oster - Sterling Silver Aurora Optima - Caleidoscope Luce Gialla | |||
| 06 Jan 2022 | FPS S03E01 - 2021 Wrap up and 2022 Goals | 01:02:05 | |
| 26 Jan 2022 | FPS S03E02 - Fountain Pen Tips and Tricks | 01:05:14 | |
Products discussed: Our Podcast and blog post can be found on fountainpenandstationery.com We can be reached at fountainpenstationery@gmail.com | |||
| 07 Feb 2022 | FPS S03E03 Lunar New Year and Pens | 00:56:30 | |
| 17 Feb 2022 | FPS S03E04 Our Permanence | 01:00:57 | |
Products discussed: Noodler's Dragon Catfish Series Pink Noodler's Borealis Black Kakimori Pigment Ink 03 Tototo Kakimori Pigment Ink 09 Mukuri Kakimori Pigment Ink 05 Kurun Kakimori Pigment Ink 08 Zabun Kakimori Pigment Ink 04 Karari Kakimori Pigment Ink 01 Po De Atramentis Document Ink Red De Atramentis Document Ink Violet De Atramentis Document Ink Orange De Atramentis Document Ink Dark Green De Atramentis Document Ink Cyan De Atramentis Document Ink Dark Red De Atramentis Document Ink Yellow Rohrer & Klingner Blau Permanent Permanent Blue Rohrer & Klingner Document Magenta | |||
| 07 Mar 2022 | FPS S03E05 Permanence II | 00:57:49 | |
| 22 Mar 2022 | FPS S03E06 - Banknote and Kakimori dip pen | 01:04:31 | |
| 02 Apr 2022 | FPS S03E07 - That's not the Special Edition I want to see | 00:59:09 | |
Products mentioned in podcast: | |||
| 18 Apr 2022 | FPS S03E08 - Collins May have spoken too soon | 00:52:02 | |
| 28 Apr 2022 | FPS S03E09 - Colorful Cartridges | 01:02:06 | |
| 10 May 2022 | FPS S03E10 - Temper Expectations | 00:50:55 | |
| 27 May 2022 | FPS S03E11 - Drama and Boycott | 01:21:02 | |
| 09 Jun 2022 | FPS S03E12 - Subjective Taste | 01:10:58 | |
| 24 Jun 2022 | FPS S03E13 - What we drink behind the scenes | 01:07:41 | |
Products discussed in episode: | |||
| 07 Jul 2022 | FPS S03E14 - Bags | 01:08:31 | |
| 21 Jul 2022 | FPS S03E15 - This Chest overshadows my collection | 01:03:31 | |
Frank gives some feed back and thought on his recent purchases, and shares a list of products that has caught his attention. Goods covered in this podcast Toyooka Craft Fountain Pen Alder CHEST Hobonichi Techo A6 Notepad set Vanness White Lightning Ink additive National Zoo Panda Retro 51 Smithsonian Tornado Rollerball Pens | |||
| 04 Aug 2022 | FPS S03E16 - Interesting Pen Brands | 00:59:47 | |
Diamine 2022 inkvent Calendar is available for order for anyone interested. Collins shares his curated list of lesser discussed pen brands that he would like to share with everyone. Products mentioned in this Podcast: | |||
| 19 Aug 2022 | FPS S03E17 - Favorite Small Size pens | 01:02:30 | |
Frank talks about his most recent mishap, experience with his new ultrasonic cleaner, and the duo discusses their recent visits to a recently opened Kinokuniya Stationery store and their favorite small sized pens. Products discussed: | |||
| 01 Sep 2022 | FPS S03E18- New Pens, Same Design | 00:55:38 | |
Let’s answer two comments from our listener regarding to notebook/pen folio and Frank’s missing o-ring. The duo continues to discuss some recently released pens and their thought on those pen’s similarities to other pens, and design elements of a very special pen. Products covered on the show: Hobonichi Techo Notebook Cover Franklin Christoph Model 2 Antique Glass Cathedral SE | |||
| 19 Sep 2022 | FPS S03E19 - Hobonichi Polar Bear | 00:59:31 | |
The Duo discusses their recent fountain pen related discoveries. Products covered in this podcast: Dominant Industry Standard Ink Hobonichi Shiokawa, Shiokawa Tummy Warmer | |||
| 27 Sep 2022 | FPS S03E20 - Paperpocalypse 2.0 | 01:02:10 | |
Ok, first of all, Let’s discuss our longggggg term pronunciation mistake regarding to one of our frequently mentioned notebook brand. Pens/link mentioned in Podcast: Sailor's new turned pen Musubi: Cosmo Air Light is being discontinued | |||
| 13 Oct 2022 | FPS S03E21 - Collins and Mechanical Pencil | 01:01:51 | |
Collins goes over his recent acquisition of mechanical pencils and long term result of the ink UV exposure test. Franks shares some of his recent finding of erasable stamp, pen releases, and thoughts on type of lubricant to use on fountain pens. Products and site discussed: Kaweco-Special-AL-Mechanical-Pencil TWSBI-Precision-Mechanical-Pencil FastCap Fatboy Extreme Carpenter/Mechanical Pencil minabeko.com Fountain pen blog | |||
| 29 Oct 2022 | FPS S03E22 - All About Collabs | 00:57:01 | |
Collins shares his new found interest in drawing. The two proceed to share their opinion on a couple of new collabs: Includes: Nahvalur Cult Pens exclusive, Mont Blanc exclusive, Bungubox Pilot 823 and Lamy X Pokemon Products Mentioned: | |||
| 09 Nov 2022 | FPS S03E23 - Little Pen Makers | 01:00:45 | |
Collins and Frank spoke about their recent pen usage, fountain pen day (none) shopping, some recent releases, and some Frank’s recent pen maker discoveries. Products mentioned in today’s episode: Candy Nougat FP, shared by /u/YazSpazz45 Little Pen Designs schondsgn Full size Ultem Fountain Pen Tactile turn ultem Bolt Action Pen | |||
| 24 Nov 2022 | FPS S03E24 - A Thanksgiving non-special | 00:58:35 | |
The duo respond to a viewer’s email and recommendation regarding to ultem fountain pen. Products mentioned in this episode: ST Dupont* Starwar Fountain Pen | |||
| 07 Dec 2022 | FPS S03E25 Acceptable Design and New Nib Design | 00:45:30 | |
Frank questions Collins on the validity of using the same design for a demonstrator if some cosmetic defects can be shown. Collins talks about his friend’s planned trip to Japan. Goods mentioned in this episode: Pelikan Sterling Silver 400 series Pelikan Sterling Silver 600 series Lamy Collab Fountainpens from Hong Kong Ink cartridge is an additional add on SCHONDSGN New in-house titanium nib Cultpens Kaweco Classic Sport Exclusive | |||
| 21 Dec 2022 | FPS S03E26 - We Couldn't Click the buy button | 00:37:01 | |
Remember the Lamy Pokemon Collab Collins and Frank said they are going to purchase? Remember the new SCHONDSGN titan nib that they were interested in picking up? yeah, they got neither, and here to explain why. Frank shares a flower encased resin pen release by Taylor Pen company, and the two continues to discuss Benu’s direct sale only, hand painted special edition pens. We will also be releasing our Holiday special episode in a day or two, please stay tuned. Goods discussed in this episode: | |||
| 22 Dec 2022 | FPS S03E27 Speical - 2022 Diamine Inkvent Calendar | 01:48:26 | |
We have a Christmas Special for you all !! A recording of us opening and trying out the 2022 Diamine Inkvent calendar!!!! Wishing all listeners a merry Christmas and Happy Holidays Please note, Frank stated the bottles seem to be 5 ml. It’s actually 12 ml per smaller bottles. | |||
| 12 Jan 2023 | S04E01 - Happy New Year of the Rabbit | 00:48:27 | |
The duo start they first episode of the year by answering a listener’s question regarding to PIlot 74 vs Lamy 2k Frank brings up two Fountain pens based on year of the rabbit, and Nakaya’s new Fountain pen design. Goods discussed on this episode: | |||
| 27 Jan 2023 | S04E02 - Happy New Year of the Rabbit | 00:45:17 | |
Happy Lunar New year everyone! Frank first talk about the new, now ended promotion by Goulet of the Platinum Curidas, then discuss the recent news on the cancellation of LA Pen show for 2023 and a new California Pen show that comes along. The duo proceed to look at the Hongdian Year of the rabbit pen, discusses the new collab between Esterbrook and CY from Tokyo Inkling station, and Pelikan’s new ink. Goods mentioned in this podcast: Platinum Curida (sales now ended) | |||
| 09 Feb 2023 | S04E03.1 - Listener Questions REVISED | 01:05:50 | |
*Audio Issues fixed, please re-download podcast to hear Collins’ lovely voice* Frank and Collins answer a listener’s questions and discuses the (in)consistency of Lamy nib sizes, Frank continues to share his findings of the week, includes a nib wetness tuning instruction, new stack nib maker and an amazing new pen material. Goods and media covered in this episode: | |||
| 23 Feb 2023 | S04E04 - CA Pen Show | 01:02:37 | |
Collins and Frank share their experience at the California Pen show. Product/Booth Mentioned: Yamamoto Chiffon Paper (Frank might have miss pronounced this in the podcast) | |||
| 10 Mar 2023 | S04E05 - Mr Cypress and Wine | 00:59:49 | |
Frank shares a Taiwanese fountain pen brand he recently came across, Mr. Cypress, the two then proceed to discuss some recently released pens. Goods mentioned: | |||
| 23 Mar 2023 | S4E06 - LE Pens and Spending Money | 01:01:24 | |
Collins and Frank discuses some recently released fountain pens, previous Gundam Collabs, and their philosophy on whether to spend money on experience vs material goods. Leonardo Guilloche Onde Ebonite Granata Custom LE | |||
| 06 Apr 2023 | S04E07 - An Urushi Special | 01:16:31 | |
Our first special guest episode!! Jon Andreson from RevolvingPens is here to discuss urushi pens with us. Jon can be found at https://www.instagram.com/revolvingpens/ www.youtube.com/@revolvingpens2341 www.FountainPenAndStationery.com fountainpenstationery@gmail.com Products discussed | |||
| 20 Apr 2023 | S04E08 - Pen Testing Kit | 00:58:57 | |
Frank shares his opinion on his recently acquired pen chest and goes over two pens that recently caught his attention. Collins is putting together a beginner fountain pen trial/testing kit for his work, and questions Frank on what his choices would be. Goods covered in this episode: | |||
| 08 May 2023 | S04E09 - Would you Buy this pen? | 00:52:14 | |
Collins and Frank first complaint about their recent shipping issues, and look at some recently released pen. including one very chubby pen Products discussed in this podcast Ferris Wheel Press Inkwell/Glass dip pen Opus 88 Zodiac Rabbit Fountain Pen | |||
| 21 May 2023 | S04E10 - The Big Flex and Ink Test result | 00:47:23 | |
Collins and Frank look at a few of the recent pen release and comment on some recent development in the fountain pen communities. Goods mentioned in this episode: The Big Flex (/u/lord_cactus_) Blackest Ink Platinum Chou Kuro | |||
| 02 Jun 2023 | S04E11 - A Tamenuri Studio Special | 01:00:43 | |
We have another special episode today. Michal from Tamenuri Studio joins us to discuss his passion with urushi lacquer and his journey on learning urushi lacquering techniques from scratch. Michal’s website: https://tamenuri.com We can be found, at | |||
| 19 Jun 2023 | S04E12 - New Additions | 00:55:24 | |
Collins talk about his most recent acquisition of fountain pens and a small discover between shimmering ink and certain manufacturers. Frank shares his recent find on cheap, affordable fountain pen friendly notebook and the two continues to discuss some recently announced/released pens. Goods covered in podcast: | |||
| 01 Jul 2023 | S04E13 - Collins' Introduction to Fountain Pen Seminar | 00:51:24 | |
Collins talk about his experience hosting a introduction to fountain pen for his co-workers. The two shares their short review on the new Platinum “Chou Kuro” pigment ink. Frank brings up the the new Colorverse USA ink and new Gravitas & CY Collab | |||
| 24 Jul 2023 | S04E14 - Catching up and current set up | 00:56:40 | |
Collins discuses his recent live event, the two proceed to discuss their recent fountainpen & stationery usage and every day…. carry? Goods discussed: Note by Frank, yes, I have no idea how I forgot this brand name | |||
| 10 Aug 2023 | S04E15 - So gaudy that it's considered.... good? | 00:52:25 | |
We are finally backed on our regular schedule!!!! Collins and Frank talked about their recent fountain pen/stationery journal. Frank shares a certain reddit post on finding the ugliest pen as a gag gift, and the two look at some recent releases. Goods/media mentioned: Nahvalur Narwhal Voyage Vacation Cancun SE Hobonichi Techo on Transition to Tomoe Paper | |||
| 31 Aug 2023 | S04E16 - Collins' New Dip Pen | 00:46:20 | |
Collins and Frank taking a look over some recent pen release, and Collins shares his recently purchased Sailor Dopton Hocoro dip pen. Goods discussed in episode: Jacob's instruction on fitting G1 Gel to Retro 51 (and similar pens) | |||
| 14 Sep 2023 | S04E17 - 2024 Planner release | 00:53:06 | |
Frank and Collins talk about some recent planner release and alternative solutions. The two then proceed to discuss recently released pens. Goods mentioned: Leuchtturm1917 Springback Binder | |||
| 30 Sep 2023 | S04E18 - Chinese Fountain Pen in Western Market | 01:03:06 | |
The duo take a look into recent fountain pen release, share their recent acquisition and a discussion the possible future of Chinese fountain pen brands. Goods discussed in this episode Edison Premiere Fountain Pen - Dragoness Kakimori Free World Wide Shipping | |||
| 21 Oct 2023 | S04E19 - New Notebook, QC issues, and a note on celluloid | 01:03:12 | |
Frank shares the recent QC issue on a keyboard group buy, new notebook from Japan, pursuit of new minimalistic wallet. The duo also also take a look over some recent sale & release with a quick discussion of celluloid. Goods mentioned: We can be reached at | |||
| 07 Nov 2023 | S04E20 - Happy FPD and Changes | 00:18:20 | |
Frank goes over some recently release, a new fountain pen maker he discovers recently, and on going sales in the fountain pen space. Goods covered: Platinum 3776 x Hachimonji - Hatsu Yuki GoldSpot - Ferris Wheel Ink sale | |||
| 21 Nov 2023 | S04E21 - Thanks Giving sales and purchase habits? | 00:28:03 | |
Frank shares his recent fountain pen sales finds, purchase, and wonders if listeners specifically wait for fountain pen related sales for purchases. Goods and sales discussed: New Limited Cultpen Nautilus by Nahvalur Endless Pens Black Friday Special | |||
| 08 Dec 2023 | S04E22 - Winter Release and Catching up | 00:57:33 | |
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 Ancora Jeweled Shape ink release Maruzen Athena - Sepia Brown (sorry, no direct product link for this one) | |||
| 23 Dec 2023 | S04E23 - The Elusive "End game" | 01:02:06 | |
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: | |||
| 31 Dec 2023 | S04E24 - A Holiday Day Special | 01:32:12 | |
Happy Holidays Everyone!!! This episode was recorded a bit late, regardless, please enjoy our Holiday special review of the | |||
| 18 Jan 2024 | S05E01 - Happy New Year releases and some bad news | 00:27:12 | |
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: 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) Ensso Retractable Fountain Pen New Tailored pen Company offering AppelBoom USA (Boston) Store closing | |||
| 06 Feb 2024 | S05E02 - Collins' recent projects and Frank's mishaps | 01:04:09 | |
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: | |||
| 26 Feb 2024 | S05E03 - CA Pen Show | 00:52:47 | |
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: | |||
| 11 Mar 2024 | S05E04 - Blue New Pens and new Adventure | 00:33:57 | |
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: Platinum Shape of Heart Chai Latte LE Edition | |||
| 27 Mar 2024 | S05E05 - New Glass pen and color? | 01:02:12 | |
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: Sorry, only discord photos on the Lamy New LE Al Star for now. | |||
| 13 Apr 2024 | S05E06 - Pen Troubles | 00:41:51 | |
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: Sailor Pro Gear slim Pen of the Year Celestial Grey SE Sailor Professional Gear Roppongi gold Ginza Silver Platinum Preppy Modern Maki-e Second release | |||
| 25 Apr 2024 | S05E07 - A New Visconti We Actually LIke | 01:11:47 | |
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: Visconti Magnifico Calacatta Gold Lemon M2S China Four Great Beasts | |||
| 13 May 2024 | 05E08 - Kick Starter and Easing into the Hobby | 00:53:44 | |
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 | |||
| 25 May 2024 | S05E09 - An Unfortunate Color Combo | 00:53:29 | |
Collins and Frank Catching up on current event of their lives and jump back into discussing recent pen release and designs. Mean while, Frank felt obligated to point out a unfortunate color and naming scheme on some of the pens as discussion went on… Goods covered: Tailored Pen Company - Kentucky Derby Pelikan Maki-e Ivy and Komon M1000 | |||
| 08 Jun 2024 | S05E10 - New releases and EDC update | 00:26:25 | |
| 20 Jun 2024 | S05E11 - Regalia returns and Maki-e? | 00:33:19 | |
Frank discuses some recent release in fountain pen world, his recent acquisition, a new skin care product for fountain pen users and the return of a community favorite nib smith. Gold Spot Exclusive Retro-51 Tornado fountain pen - In coffee house Pilot USA 2024 Vanishing Point Li | |||
| 11 Jul 2024 | S05E12 - RGB vs CMYK? | 00:37:16 | |
Frank gave a brief review on Midori Cotton notebook (20%) vs the normal Midori notebook paper and discusses his miss conception regarding to color composition and finally figured out why some ink color combo didn’t exactly went the way he was expecting. He proceeds to discuss some recent pen & ink release, and a recent advice he heard/learn regarding to crowd funding. Goods discussed: Magna Carta Old Glory Sapphire Grand Ferris Wheel Press New 10ml ink bottle | |||
| 28 Jul 2024 | S05E13 - Coffee and Milk Tea | 00:52:02 | |
Collins and Frank shares their recent finds and shares their result of the “milk tea” color fountain pen ink search. Goods mentioned: Shibui North Engraved Aluminium Fountain Pen Review of Robert Oster Caffe Crema Kala Island No.38 Sweet Potato Pennonia - Selyempezsgő Velvet Champagne KobeＩＮＫ物語×felissimo chocolate museum Hanabi Glass Studio - Bubble Tea Glass Pen | |||
| 18 Aug 2024 | S05E14 - Penflation | 00:36:43 | |
Another wave of inflation is hitting Japan pen manufacturer for the second time this year, Frank discusses his recent purchase at a local value store and goes over some recent release, while Frank finally realized the exactly what is the Lamy “Hunt” series in Mandarin. Goods covered in this episode: | |||
| 09 Sep 2024 | S05E15 A new Inkvent Challenger | 00:29:47 | |
Frank goes over some recently released fountain pens, a certain manufacturing process and item that has peaked his interest, and a new competitor of invent has arrived. Goods Mentioned Esterbrookpens Back-to-the-lands EDM : Electrical discharge machining stamp | |||
| 25 Sep 2024 | S5E16 - Shrink-Flation and Drama | 00:34:25 | |
Looks like Urushi/Maki-E production has continued in some parts of Wajima, Bungubox’s now introduced new Maki-E Twsbi Eco, Sailor is a roll with their limited edition iridescent pens. Frank goes over the recently introduced three new Iroshizuku ink colors, some pen releases, and recent drama that came up in the pen community. Goods mentioned: Bungubox Twsbi Bungubox Twsbi Eco Egypt Enso Bolt Fountain pen at kick starter price Fine Writing Int X Yoseka - Bronze Age | |||
| 15 Oct 2024 | S05E17 - Be Aware of Copy Cats | 00:47:27 | |
Frank talks about recent releases, his thought on some shops in Japan finally opened up to foreign customers, his experience at CanJam, and a warning to new fountain pen buyers. Atlas Stationers - Visconti Voyager Mariposa Painted Beauty | |||
| 30 Oct 2024 | S05E18 Boo! | 00:32:09 | |
Frank goes over some recent? limited release, including a few in season, Halloween designs and talk about his recent stationery related purchase and missed opportunity. Goods mentioned: Hello Kitty X Kaweco 50 year Anny Monte Grappa Regal Year of the Dragon Ancora Antique Bouquet Silver/Clear Red Ancora Antique Bouquet Pink/Beige Magna Magna Carta Sapphire Grand Halloween | |||
| 23 Nov 2024 | S05E19 - Small Fountain Pen Day Purchases | 00:32:24 | |
Fountain Pen day has come and passed, let’s take a look at some recent release, and talk about some small purchases Frank made during fountain pen day. Titanium Alloy Giant Extra Large Heavyweight Pen Ensso - Urushi-ebonite-kuro-tame-nuri | |||
| 23 Dec 2024 | S05E20 End of the Year Pens and Wrap up | 00:31:46 | |
Frank goes over some over the holiday pen release, recent events in life, and goes his worst and best purchases in 2024. New Shuttle nib from Colorverse. Dip Pen Nib..?Dip Pen Nib Holder Bungubox Extra Large Single Pen Wrap Scholdesign new Titanium shell Schon design new Titanium shell FP | |||
| 12 Jan 2025 | S06E01 - New Year No New Goal | 00:23:03 | |
Frank discusses his current state in the hobby and his approach toward future pen purchases, some personal experience on run in with fake jewelry and goes over a few pen cases and release that caught his eyes. | |||
| 01 Feb 2025 | S06E02 - Year of the Snake | 00:19:18 | |
Let’s go over a few pen release, another Japanese pen maker’s price increase, Frank’s personal fountain related issues at work, and some seemly impossible advise from Pelikan Goods/link mentioned: | |||
