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.

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 We are at https://www.instagram.com/fountain_pen_and_stationery/ www.FountainPenAndStationery.com [email protected]

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.

Frank shares a Taiwanese fountain pen brand he recently came across, Mr. Cypress, the two then proceed to discuss some recently released pens.

Collins and Frank share their experience at the California Pen show.

*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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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. The duo continues to share their recent discovery of fountain pen-related good, and discuss SCHONDSGN’s new in-house, very unique titanium fountain pen nib.

The duo respond to a viewer’s email and recommendation regarding to ultem fountain pen. Collins shares his recent experience with ultrasonic cleaner along with discussion of possible future Montblanc collaboration, and some new product release. PS. We made a mistake in the episode, the Starwar fountain pen Collins mentioned was actually produced by ST Dupont, not Montblanc. We will make an official correction in the next podcast.

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.

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

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.

Ok, first of all, Let’s discuss our longggggg term pronunciation mistake regarding to one of our frequently mentioned notebook brand. Frank and Collins then discusses their preference regarding to nib material, Frank finally fixing his Conid, and latest update on the Conid pen company. The two also goes over the latest Sailor releases, new flexible nib from Fountainpen Revolution along with some not so good and concerning news from Musubi.

The Duo discusses their recent fountain pen related discoveries. Including a rather… soy sauce shaped ink bottle, Hobonichi’s new polar bear themed notebook cover. New Reddit ink of the year, new Gravitas stainless steel pen, Bungubox Halloween Maki-E pen, the Blue 823 Edition and Endless Notepads.

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.

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.

Collins shares his curated list of lesser discussed pen brands that he would like to share with everyone.

Frank gives some feed back and thought on his recent purchases, and shares a list of products that has caught his attention.

Frank shares his frustration regarding to purchasing Ferris Wheel Ink Collins reports on his experiment with using coffee and dip pen ink. The duo discuss the bag they used in their everyday to lug things around.

Collins and Frank browser through Hanabi glass studio’s offers. Look at Platinum 3776 10th anniversary special editions, New Opus 88 color of the year release, Sailor’s Gold Nib pen price hike and talk about their choice of caffeine intake and drinks.

Frank and Collins each show casing some recent pen releases. Frank shares his opinion on some artisan keycaps, and the two discuss Edison's recent pen line up

Frank and Collins discusses the current situation between TWSBI and Narwhal. The new Easterbrook Cosmic Wine Pen release, New Sailor Profit Jr. and US limited series Some Aurora pens with blue theme and blue nib. and lastly, the latest Noodler controversy that has brought back everyone’s attention to the person behind the brand.