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The post contrasts European and Japanese fountain pen shows, emphasizing cultural differences and the need for adaptation to attract younger audiences.
The article discusses the inherent tension between the accounting and editorial departments within newspapers, particularly when it comes to reporting on advertisers. It highlights the conflict that arises when critical news stori...
5.1Madrid 2026
2026-01-29 • event real madrid market pen show
The Madrid Pen Show's cancellation in 2026 prompts reflections on its decline and suggestions for revitalization by future organizers.
5.1Crossroads
2025-12-05 • tokyo real madrid stationery japanese pens istanbul pen show
The blog post discusses three major pen shows held in November: the Tokyo International Pen Show, Pen Fest Istanbul, and the Madrid Pen Show. The author attended the Tokyo and Madrid shows, highlighting the differences in attendan...
The blog post discusses the discontinuation of the Pilot Petit pen, highlighting the marketing strategies behind new product launches and the silent phase-out of older models. It details the history of the Pilot Petit, its pricing...
4.7TIPS et al.
2025-08-03 • tokyo stationery events tips bungu market
The author critiques the Tokyo International Pen Show (TIPS), arguing that it has evolved into a stationery salon rather than a true pen show. Despite its popularity and success, the author notes that the format is simple and easi...
The text discusses the story of a Lamy 37 pen, which was a gift from the Governor of Osaka Satô to friends or political supporters after his trip to Germany in 1962. The pen is described in detail, and its history is traced back t...
0Davidoff After 10 Years
2025-02-28 • market hello sailor davidoff
In 2015, a technical partnership between Davidoff and Sailor resulted in the Very Zino line of pens. The pens were variations of the Profit and ProGear units from Sailor's catalog, but priced much higher. By 2018, Davidoff pens we...
0Ohashido No More
2025-02-17 • marketplace ôhashidô
Mr. Uehara stopped the production of Ôhashidô pens in December of 2024 due to struggles in sourcing nibs, leading to lower sales and the demise of the brand. The appeal of Ôhashidô was its preindustrial operation and unique charm....
0Even More Chinese Capless
2025-02-06 • marketplace dianshi capless
Chinese pen makers are creating new and different models of capless pens, such as the Dianshi DS-784, which is an inexpensive capless pen made entirely of plastic. The pen has unique features and some defects, but it is an attempt...
0More Chinese Capless
2025-01-30 • aviation pilots capless moonman jinhao
Chinese pen companies have recreated successful models made in Japan. The Jinhao 10 is the latest model, similar to the Pilot Capless and Moonman A1. The Jinhao nib is similar to Moonman's, but the cartridge-to-nib coupling is pre...
0Music Mini
2024-12-31 • japanese pens hello sailor music nib
The text discusses the history of the music nib in Japanese pen makers, particularly Sailor, and the characteristics of a Sailor Mini pen with a three-tine music nib.
0On Route
2024-11-10 •
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0Mr. Niikura
2024-11-02 •
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0Quattro Box
2024-10-21 • aviation pilots
The author discusses the Pilot Quattro 89 pen and its packaging, which includes a folder with an instruction sheet, translucent sheet, and high-quality paper. The pen is described as original and elegant, and the author questions ...
0Edible Ink
2024-10-18 •
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The first Paris Pen Show was celebrated at the Hôtel de l'industrie, attracting over 30 dealers and about 800 visitors. The event faced challenges due to the smaller exhibition area and expensive costs in Paris. The volume of busi...
0Quattro, Second Edition
2024-10-07 • reviews aviation pilots fountain pen quattro 89
The Pilot Quattro 89, released in 2007, is an evolution of the Quatro from 1984. It features a cylindrical section, a size 3 nib in the Custom family, and a barrel made of wood. The pen was short-lived and no longer appeared in th...
0Oshare Quatro
2024-10-03 •
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The text discusses the unusual design of the Pilot Quatro pen, which departed from the traditional cylindrical shape. It provides details about the pen's design, variations, and availability, including the materials used and the f...
0Titanium
2026-03-16 •
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0Pilot Short
2024-08-23 • aviation pilots fountain pen lambros petrou tsunami mamoulides
The text is a detailed analysis of an article by Mamoulides regarding the Pilot Short fountain pen model. The author points out discrepancies in the references used by Mamoulides and provides corrections and clarifications.
0Inflation
2024-07-14 • marketplace lamy
Itoya, a Japanese stationer, has released a new limited edition Lamy Safari fountain pen, the 'Lamy Safari x itoya Copper 02 Fountain Pen', with a matte finish, black nib, and a distinctive brass clip. The prices of these pens hav...