Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Fountain Pen and Stationery
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| S05E14 - Penflation | 18 Aug 2024 | 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: | |||
| S05E13 - Coffee and Milk Tea | 28 Jul 2024 | 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 | |||
| S05E04 - Blue New Pens and new Adventure | 11 Mar 2024 | 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 | |||
| S05E03 - CA Pen Show | 26 Feb 2024 | 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: | |||
| S05E02 - Collins' recent projects and Frank's mishaps | 06 Feb 2024 | 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: | |||
| S05E01 - Happy New Year releases and some bad news | 18 Jan 2024 | 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 | |||
| S04E24 - A Holiday Day Special | 31 Dec 2023 | 01:32:12 | |
Happy Holidays Everyone!!! This episode was recorded a bit late, regardless, please enjoy our Holiday special review of the | |||
| S04E23 - The Elusive "End game" | 23 Dec 2023 | 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: | |||
| S04E22 - Winter Release and Catching up | 08 Dec 2023 | 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) | |||
| S04E21 - Thanks Giving sales and purchase habits? | 21 Nov 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E20 - Happy FPD and Changes | 07 Nov 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E19 - New Notebook, QC issues, and a note on celluloid | 21 Oct 2023 | 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 | |||
| S05E12 - RGB vs CMYK? | 11 Jul 2024 | 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 | |||
| S04E18 - Chinese Fountain Pen in Western Market | 30 Sep 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E17 - 2024 Planner release | 14 Sep 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E16 - Collins' New Dip Pen | 31 Aug 2023 | 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) | |||
| S04E15 - So gaudy that it's considered.... good? | 10 Aug 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E14 - Catching up and current set up | 24 Jul 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E13 - Collins' Introduction to Fountain Pen Seminar | 01 Jul 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E12 - New Additions | 19 Jun 2023 | 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: | |||
| S04E11 - A Tamenuri Studio Special | 02 Jun 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E10 - The Big Flex and Ink Test result | 21 May 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E09 - Would you Buy this pen? | 08 May 2023 | 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 | |||
| S05E11 - Regalia returns and Maki-e? | 20 Jun 2024 | 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 | |||
| S04E08 - Pen Testing Kit | 20 Apr 2023 | 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: | |||
| S04E07 - An Urushi Special | 06 Apr 2023 | 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 | |||
| S4E06 - LE Pens and Spending Money | 23 Mar 2023 | 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 | |||
| S04E05 - Mr Cypress and Wine | 10 Mar 2023 | 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: | |||
| S04E04 - CA Pen Show | 23 Feb 2023 | 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) | |||
| S04E03.1 - Listener Questions REVISED | 09 Feb 2023 | 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: | |||
| S04E02 - Happy New Year of the Rabbit | 27 Jan 2023 | 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) | |||
| S04E01 - Happy New Year of the Rabbit | 12 Jan 2023 | 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: | |||
| FPS S03E27 Speical - 2022 Diamine Inkvent Calendar | 22 Dec 2022 | 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. | |||
| FPS S03E26 - We Couldn't Click the buy button | 21 Dec 2022 | 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: | |||
| S05E10 - New releases and EDC update | 08 Jun 2024 | 00:26:25 | |
| FPS S03E25 Acceptable Design and New Nib Design | 07 Dec 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E24 - A Thanksgiving non-special | 24 Nov 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E23 - Little Pen Makers | 09 Nov 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E22 - All About Collabs | 29 Oct 2022 | 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: | |||
| FPS S03E21 - Collins and Mechanical Pencil | 13 Oct 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E20 - Paperpocalypse 2.0 | 27 Sep 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E19 - Hobonichi Polar Bear | 19 Sep 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E18- New Pens, Same Design | 01 Sep 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E17 - Favorite Small Size pens | 19 Aug 2022 | 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: | |||
| FPS S03E16 - Interesting Pen Brands | 04 Aug 2022 | 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: | |||
| S05E09 - An Unfortunate Color Combo | 25 May 2024 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E15 - This Chest overshadows my collection | 21 Jul 2022 | 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 | |||
| FPS S03E14 - Bags | 07 Jul 2022 | 01:08:31 | |
| FPS S03E13 - What we drink behind the scenes | 24 Jun 2022 | 01:07:41 | |
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| FPS S03E12 - Subjective Taste | 09 Jun 2022 | 01:10:58 | |