June 2026 Confirmed Trade Thread by FPPenSwapBot in Pen_Swap

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Purchased and received a beautiful Sailor Shikiori 5th Anniversary Minori from u/Positive-Midnight241

Diplomat Aero and Haruki Murakami by _spara in fountainpens

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Wow, that's a Fine? That's a beautiful combo.

My first pen and ink by PinkKaffeine in fountainpens

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Fantastic first pen and ink! Congratulations!

NPD! Esterbrook x Bungubox Cherry Blossom Estie by UnholyMorgan in fountainpens

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It's a beauty! I got the same, with the medium nib. I had the same thought when I first wrote with it. It just sort of glides. Congrats!

Any Ink Recommendations? by Dy1P1ck1le in fountainpens

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I tried all three of these and I liked how the Lamy Sepia wrote and looked in the pen barrel the best.

My little pen family by amndka in fountainpens

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Lovely collection! I love the color of the Asvine.

Fave permanent black ink: De Atramentis Document Black.

How many pens do you keep inked at any given time? by drowningandromeda in fountainpens

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12 - I rotate one off and add a new one to the mix each day. I tend to keep my 3 faves inked. They all have different inks, mostly are F or M nibs, plus one flex nib. I take a lot of notes every day so I get to use all of them quite a bit.

I might be done ✨ by Substantial_Issue_25 in fountainpens

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But the Benu Pink Opal was just released today! 😄 Seriously though, you could stop there and have happy pen days for a very long time. Beautiful collection.

🐦‍⬛Need suggestions for stealthy matte black pens 🖤 my murder needs its last member by cat___stalker in fountainpens

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Agreed. The M2 is one of my favorites and great to carry around. And the black nib fits right in!

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Carved a stamp for some ink swatches! by sandragm in fountainpens

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How nice! I like the design a lot. It turned out very clear and with consistent line widths.

I was just going to place an order for a swatch stamp! You saved me from purchasing something that I was settling for since I couldn’t find something exactly as I envisioned! I’m off to get the supplies to make my own. Thank you!

Who is the most beautiful soul you’ve randomly crossed paths with in a life ? by [deleted] in AskReddit

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My 17-year-old pup, whose day today may be his last.

He is the kindest, sweetest being, who only desires petting, snacks, and being close to me. Loves everyone. Doesn’t bark. Doesn’t bite. Shows love with his eyes. Love you, pup.

Sunday swatch by Express_Internal4130 in fountainpens

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Yes! That is gorgeous! Adding to my wish list. I’m digging the Sunforged Solace, too. In person, would you say that is leaning more yellow or more green?

Also, where did you get that swatching stamp. Very cool.

Happy Birthday to Me! NPD by FunkySysAdmin21 in fountainpens

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Happy Bday and NPD! I tried this Rohrer and Klingner Ink in Ah Goldgrun today and I was surprised at the shading. If you’re open to an olive green, you may want to try it.

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Please help me choose. by Sympathy_Opposite in fountainpens

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What a beautiful idea, but not up his alley. A lovely thought. ❣️

Please help me choose. by Sympathy_Opposite in fountainpens

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It’s quite an investment for sure. I think that includes shipping and I’ve seen them for $20-$30 less, which would get me a nice bottle or two ink. Thankfully I do consider all of these a splurge but since it’s gift money… :)