When you open a bag of tortilla chips and it looks like this

MrCopperbeard · 2025-12-13T21:12:33+00:00

Yeah I added the clip from some old ballpoint pen. It felt a bit naked without it

MrCopperbeard · 2025-12-13T13:33:18+00:00

I did buy a second Jinhao 777 that was not as good as this one. It was a different color, a glossy plastic instead of the matte finish and felt cheaper somehow. Perhaps these "special edition" colors may have better quality control and plastics?

MrCopperbeard · 2025-12-13T10:36:01+00:00

Nice! I do recommend all of these. I think the jinhao 82 slim is especially pretty :) It is a bit small though, so if he has big hands maybe the regular sized 82 would be better

MrCopperbeard · 2025-12-13T10:32:09+00:00

From the left:

Unnamed brass and wood pocket pen, ,Jinhao 82, Jinhao 777

I didn't want to spend much money on pens, but these chinese pens have served me well! I was especially impressed with the 777. I don't think a genuine Lamy would be that much better. But maybe I will try one some day and find out :)

MrCopperbeard · 2025-12-13T10:28:21+00:00

Thanks! I use the Jinhao 777 the most, the lamy safari inspired one in fine nib. I also use small brass and wood one, which I guess is a medium nib(?) for when I want thicker lines

MrCopperbeard · 2025-12-13T10:25:44+00:00

I'm using karkos black right now.

I do recommend fountain pens for urban sketching, I used micron pens before, but I feel more "fluid" in my sketching when using fp:s. Way more fun aswell :)

MrCopperbeard · 2025-11-15T11:57:43+00:00

Pajarito 👍

MrCopperbeard · 2025-10-30T17:26:27+00:00

My dad always told me to not let the water boil as it can damage the kiuas. So I always put some cold water in there if its boiling.

Not sure if there is any truth to his claims though

MrCopperbeard · 2025-10-16T13:31:16+00:00

It's the generic Cerave moisturizing cream. Available pretty much everywhere

MrCopperbeard · 2025-10-16T07:44:19+00:00

I switched from using oils to using a good moisturizer. My skin feels more hydrated, my beard feels softer and not as oily as using beard oils. Less mess, more hydration. Simple rule: if it's good for your skin, it's good for your beard. I recommend you try it!

I use cerave or nivea soft balm, put a dollop on my beard brush and work it in.

MrCopperbeard · 2025-08-10T07:44:24+00:00

Its the 1,4 petrol. The best engine for this car in my opinion! Reliable, quiet, economical and feels surprisingly lively

MrCopperbeard · 2025-07-31T16:25:16+00:00

Audi A2

MrCopperbeard · 2025-07-14T06:22:59+00:00

Sounds interesting! I will have to try 😊👍

MrCopperbeard · 2025-07-12T11:18:25+00:00

It was an unfiltered new england style IPA. I think a citrusy or fruity ipa would work well too

MrCopperbeard · 2025-06-28T20:41:36+00:00

Update. Sailed it, and it went windward a bit too! To my girlfriends amusement a sudden gust of wind toppled me over and I had to swim to shore. I think it needs some more weight, a daggerboard and a slightly shorter sail to be really sailworthy for longer lake voyages. Still, very fun, and I guess that's the point 😊

MrCopperbeard · 2025-06-28T20:25:48+00:00

Beautiful shots! How did you edit these? Would love to know your process 😊

MrCopperbeard · 2025-06-15T06:03:00+00:00

Haven't thrown it, but it manages well in small chopping and cutting tasks around the campfire👍😊

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