TWSBI Black (via Fountain Pen Pharmacist). TWSBI Black needs more attention as a free-flowing black ink with high water-resistance. (We carry the full TWSBI ink lineup in The Curated Shop.)
Laban Gloria Ruby Red (via Rants of the Archer). Laban pens and ink have been receiving a lot of exposure lately. Laban has always been a prolific pen manufacturer, but they recently have released a series of “Greek Mythology”-themed inks that are taking off. This review contains some shots of the “Ares red.”
UKFP 2021 Christmas Gift Guide (via UK Fountain Pens). The first of the gift guides to hit the ‘net (at least the first that I’m aware of). Those of you in the UK or the EU should check this one out, since it focuses on . My own will follow sometime later this week.
Ink Overview: Esterbrook Inks Part 2 (via Macchiato Man). Yagan has another of his incredibly thorough reviews of an entire line of inks, this time the second installment of a look at the recently released inks from Esterbrook.
Pen and Notepad Review: Midori MD Fountain Pen, A5 Notebook, and MD Paper Cover Notebook (via Macchiato Man). This week, there’s a second, also incredibly thorough review of a brand close to my own heart, Midori. I absolutely LOVE the MD system (disclaimer, I sell Midori), and feel that it’s one of the best-integrated brands out there, in terms of the brand’s identity remaining visible throughout the entire product line.
Edison x Goldspot Pens Newark Orion Nebula Diamondcast Fountain Pen (via Pen Addict). I love seeing what pen makers have been able to do with Diamondcast material, and this Edison exclusive from Goldspot is one of my favorites.
Midori 2022 Pocket Diary Slim - Ojisan (via Well-Appointed Desk). Yes, there are pocket planners out there beyond Hobonichi and Traveler’s Company! If you’re looking for a small, inexpensive calendar, don't forget to check out what Midori has to offer.
Caran d’Ache Alfredo Häberli 2mm Fixpencil Review (via Pen Addict). I was too slow on the draw and missed getting these for the Curated Shop (they went fast!) but the ochre and periwinkle blue color combination looks amazing.
Wancher Primo Fountain Pen (via Pencilcase Blog). This new design from Wancher looks great, but it appears there may be some room for improvement in the usability department, especially with respect to the weight of the pen.
What I’ve Been Using This Week (via Inkdependence). I really do wish more people would write about their weekly usage and the pens they are using day-to-day. I’m going to make an effort to talk more about this myself.
In Case You Missed It….
This week on the blog I wrote about a new (to me) ink I’ve discovered, Birmingham Pen Company “Angelfish,” which is a super-sheener blue ink that actually behaves well and could see regular use. Since I was on a short family trip, Saturday’s post included a short recap of my trips to Anderson Pens Chicago and Atlas Stationers, two great stationery stores you should visit if you are ever in that city (one of my favorites). This week’s Deals & Drops announced a bunch of restocks in advance of the holiday shopping season - see the Shop Updates section below for details.
T.G.S. Curated Shop Restocks and a New Round of “Gently Used” Pens and Stationery!
At long last, I finally was able to receive a restock of the ever-popular Hightide Co. Folding Metal Book Stands, as well as certain Write Notepads products like the Landscape notebook that have been out of stock for a while. I’ve also added a bunch of items to the “Gently Used” sale, which features pens, pencils, and notebooks from my own personal collection that it’s time to let go, whether to simply clear clutter or to make room for new acquisitions and review material. Patreon members already have had their first pick, but there’s a lot left.
Consider Joining TGS Patreon for Access to Monthly Meetups and First Dibs on Gently Used Stationery, Exclusive Products and More! (For those in the Patreon, Check the Sale Page!)
For some additional fun, and to help support the blog consider joining the Patreon program. Patreon supporters receive special pricing and early access to product releases and collaborations such as the T.G.S. x Sunderland pen, in addition to other benefits. You can read more about T.G.S. Patreon here. This year I’ve introduced monthly online meetups, which take place on Friday or Saturday and have been super enjoyable. The Patreon membership also has “first dibs” on my regular gently used stationery sales. Today, I listed a bunch of new gently used products in the Gently Used Section, including some rare Blackwings from my personal collection, a handful of gently used custom fountain pens, and some high-end notebooks that I’m never going to get around to using. Patreon users already have had their pick, but there are some great items remaining!