The Faber-Castell company has built a reputation for fine writing products, pencils, and a wide range of art supplies. The E-Motion line has been around for a few years now and is available in different finishes to fit everyone’s preference. I have been interested in this line since the first time I saw the Pure … Continue reading Faber-Castell E-Motion Pure Silver
“Considered by many art historians to be one of Van Gogh's most famous paintings, Wheatfield with Crows is often incorrectly thought of as the last painting by the renowned artist. This belief stemmed from the subject matter and use of color in the painting conveying a tumultuous sky and the end of the path with … Continue reading Visconti Van Gogh Wheatfield with Crows
The BENU pen company has brought out many creative and eye-catching designs since it began in 2016. For those of you that have been following my blog, one of my first reviews was the BENU Jolly Chameleon fountain pen. This pen is still a much-used part of my collection and one I love to show … Continue reading BENU Supreme New Year Limited Edition Fountain Pen
I have reviewed small pen cases on my blog before, but I have never expanded into what I like to call “portable pen storage.” At home, I currently use a storage box that my amazing wife built for me as an anniversary gift. But, what about traveling to shows or going to pen meet ups? … Continue reading Yak Leather Pen Case
Narwhal pens exploded onto the market at the D.C. Pen show in 2019. The company is based in China and made a name by offering a piston filler for $45! I couldn’t pass this up. For this review I have the Yellow Tang and Poseidon Blue models, but Narwhal pens also makes Hippocampus Purple and … Continue reading Narwhal Fountain Pen
Since 1988, Visconti has been known for pushing the envelope with their beautiful and artistic pen designs. This push is continued with their newest entry into the world of writing with the Medici line. “Visconti celebrates the brand’s Florentine origins with a tribute to the Medici family, one of the greatest dynasties in Italian history; … Continue reading Visconti Medici Fountain Pen
“In Alchemy, the term chrysopoeia means transmutation into gold. It symbolically indicates the creation of the philosopher’s stone and the completion of the Great Work. For thousands of years, alchemists and even some men and women we now consider early scientists have speculated on the philospher’s stone and the ability to use it to enact … Continue reading Karas Kustoms Vertex- Chrysopoeia
Part 2!!!!! The review today is of the Opus 88 Fantasia in Terracotta. Packaging: The pen arrives inside of a black box with a red slip cover. On the cover in gold lettering are the words “Opus 88 Fine Writing Instruments” with a gold company logo. The inside box is black and textured, with a … Continue reading Part 2!!! Opus 88 Fantasia Terracotta
Michael Hsu has been building the OPUS 88 brand for the past two decades by crafting each design to high standards. Since 1988, Michael worked as an OEM/ODM supplier and has developed a reputation for excellence. This reputation is clearly evident in the fountain pens OPUS 88 produces. I have previously reviewed the Opus 88 … Continue reading OPUS 88 OMAR
The A.T. Cross company produced their first product in the United States in 1846, they were the first manufacturer of quality writing instruments. The company is headquartered in Providence, Rhode Island. I first became interested in pens when I was 18 and I got my first Cross pen/pencil set when my grandfather passed away. It … Continue reading Cross Bailey Blue Lacquer Fountain Pen
