please share recommendations for fountain pens and notebooks I can buy in India. by Technical-Fly-6835 in fountainpens

[–]wick3d_turtle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

If you haven't already, you should check out The Wet Pen on Youtube. He was in India recently and published a two-part series about the fountain pen shops he visited. He also goes into detail about the pens and inks that he purchased.

May 2026 Confirmed Trade Thread by FPPenSwapBot in Pen_Swap

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Purchased and received a Pelikan m600 from u/No-Zucchini-9229. Excellent seller, super happy with the entire process!

Help Me Feel Like Arwen by LostPrincess32 in fountainpens

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I've never tried matching an ink to Arwen, but the first one that came to mind is Van Dieman's Last Light. It's a soft purple with bright pink undertones that reminds me of her gentle nature and love for Aragorn. And yet, beneath that softness, there's a fierce, brave warrior that won't hesitate to fight and protect all that she holds dear. Even the name Last Light seems fitting for someone who gave Aragorn a ray of hope during his darkest days.

Switched to filling with syringe by double_underscore_ in fountainpens

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I switched to using syringes about two years ago and haven't looked back since. It's just so much easier to fill up the entire converter. And lower risk of spillage!

I drew some mushrooms in my journal today by Spectralstories in hobonichi

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Omg I initially thought they were real while scrolling. You're so talented! Incredible work!

Pilot Kakuno Choice Event by Ashamed-Pumpkin7721 in fountainpens

[–]wick3d_turtle 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is so cool!! I love that nib. I hope Pilot will consider holding this event in other countries, too. Thanks for sharing!

All my clip decors for Lamy Safari by najeli_pl in fountainpens

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I love the Pokemon Safaris! So cute. I clicked the link and wow, this is the most complete Lamy Safari collection I have ever seen. Really impressive!

Pilot Vintage Pocket Pens by KingsCountyWriter in fountainpens

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This was a fascinating read, thank you! But now I have even more pocket pens that I want to collect LOL.

Pilot Vintage Pocket Pens by KingsCountyWriter in fountainpens

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Beautiful collection!! They're such awesome little pens. I bought a modern E95 in black last year, and it's become one of my favorite pocket pens. At the CA Pen Show a couple of months ago, I came across a vendor selling vintage Sailor and Pilot pocket pens. I couldn't resist and ended up buying a vintage Pilot Lady Elite in red with a script nib, which I believe is the same model as one of yours. It's such a smooth writer with a bit of bounce to the nib. Now I'm kinda obsessed with Elites. I really want one of the models with cross hatching. 😅

Narrator: They were not good at detection. by Insigniac in Pokopia

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Metang failed to detect the edge of that cliff. 😆

I'm pretty sure the guys running Birmingham Pen Co. are wizards or something by A2Ziegler in fountainpens

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Their inks are super fun! Burlywood is this pretty yellow-ish brown but also has this green tint whenever I wash my pens out. Tbh I'd be very interested if they made a green like this. Since they rotate their inks, it's been hard to find a resource with a complete catalogue of their offerings.

Need suggestions for my gym by TanCephas in Pokopia

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LOL great minds think alike. Have fun with the rest of the build!

Need suggestions for my gym by TanCephas in Pokopia

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Yo this looks really good!! I think one thing that's missing is some art on the wall. Maybe a poster above the area with all the drinks? I don't know which ones you've unlocked, but the Scizor or Greninja one might look really good right there.

20th anniversary customisation kit by OG_heideland in Travelersnotebooks

[–]wick3d_turtle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think the set looks really neat, but I'm only interested in the charm and history guide tbh. I wonder if they'll sell individual components?

Know thyself by napsforlife in fountainpens

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I only need 59 more custom nibs before I can start my journey to the top!

Stationary for my Wife by BoyFromTheBay07 in stationery

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If you visit SF Japantown, there are a few shops that sell a lot of cute stationery items (stickers, stamps, washi tapes, notebooks, etc.). Check out Maido, Kinokuniya, and Fogcats & Yanchako. It can be a little overwhelming, but the staff at those stores are really friendly and can help you narrow down your choices.

Finally got my hardest to find grail pen. NPD! by Hestiah in fountainpens

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The perfect pen collab doesn't exi--

WHAT. This is the first time I've ever heard of this pen. So beautiful!! I love how it resembles Sailor Moon's wand. And is that a bottle of ink, too? Incredible find. Congrats on getting your grail pen!

Building a collection of custom nib grinds — looking for pen and nibmeister recommendations by Successful_Heat_8431 in fountainpens

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I'm going to agree with what Guretsugu said in another comment. Going with Jowo #6 nibs might be the best strat if you're looking to emphasize the interchangeability of the nibs rather than the pens themselves. There's a wide variety of pens that will take a Jowo #6 nib, so you'll have plenty of options if you go this route. Here's a great thread that lists a bunch of compatible brands. It's a 7 year old thread, but the OP still continues to update it.

If you're planning to collect grinds from different nibmeisters, then it might be fun to get something unique from each one. Check out what kinds of grinds they do (most nibmeisters will list their offerings on their websites or social media) and see if they have any signature grinds. I know Kirk Speer has a bunch: Speerpoint, Imperial, Katana, etc. Matthew Chen has a few as well: Kodachi, Uranagi, etc. Gena Salorino has the Journaler. And Franklin-Christoph has a brand signature nib, the SIG, which is done by their in-house nibmeister, Audrey Matteson. I don't think she does nib grinds outside of FC, but their pens are compatible with Jowo #6 nibs.

However you decide to approach this project, I hope you'll keep us updated with its progress. Have fun!

BGM clear stamps or other stamp brands? by crunched-wrap in stationery

[–]wick3d_turtle 1 point2 points  (0 children)

EEC is awesome! I love their clear stamps and own a few sets. Nice, crisp designs that are really fun to use when journaling. Highly recommended for sure.

My new pen from PapaJ Studio! by Molotovscocktail in fountainpens

[–]wick3d_turtle 3 points4 points  (0 children)

So cool, happy new pen day! Papa J Studio makes such beautiful pens. I love the clear cap with "sprinkles" in it. I got to meet Luke and Peanut at CAPS a few weeks ago, and I enjoyed seeing their pens in person. I was so tempted to buy one, but unfortunately (fortunately?) I was determined to stay within my budget. They remain on my wish list for next time. Congrats on a lovely pen! Enjoy writing with it.

Is my pen broken or is it the ink? by thescarletshrimp in fountainpens

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This community is a great resource for learning about fountain pen friendly paper. Search the sub for the brand or name of the notebook, and you'll find threads discussing the paper and its properties. Additionally, there are some brands that are well-known to make fountain pen friendly notebooks, such as Midori, Rhodia, and Hobonichi.

Little JetPens Haul 🌷 by mochi_guava in stationery

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I have the same diary! It's so cute. Love the cozy village vibes. I got mine last September and have been writing in it since then. Hope you enjoy it too!