I still consider myself a new member -- going on a week! Just curious, and I'm sure it's been asked before--but when do you log onto the FPN?

For me, first thing in the morning when I get into work, cup of coffee to my left & my FP to the right! In the evening right after I search ebay for fountain pen "finds!"

I'm hooked.

Way to often. I'm at home all day and this is my favorite avoidance behavior. (That is avoiding what I really should be doing)

Lately it seems to be everytime I walk by the ole PC, which to say, far too often.

First thing in the morning, afternoon too, then late at night.

What seems to be the problem???

Mike

All hours between 7am and 11pm!!!!
In other words,all the time!

Jim

Lately I've been perusing in the mornings, and in the evenings - but basically whenever I have time. That's a great fedora Jim!

Like now... when this meeting is getting the best of me...

Thanks!!! Wait till fall and winter when my vintage Borsalino's come out to play!!
This is my summer panama.A delight!

Jim

Boy do I love, love, love Borsalinos. The straw I found in SF, but I picked up the Traveler in Rome - it's my favorite hat.

Hey Platinumuser, What pens do you have in your collection? And when/how'd you get into fountain pens?

That's what I say!!! So what if I'm scrolling the network every chance I get!? Life's too short right? Fine wine, fine fountain pens, wonderful ink--what else matters?!

far too much.....
not getting things done I'm supposed to.
get me off this site
help........................................................





Stani

Busted! I'm back on.

Pens in my collection--
I use a ST Dupont Placed Metal Orpheo daily--this one's always with me--my absolute fave!
In my display case--MB Boheme FP & BP (with the bleu stone), MB Karl de Grosse, MB Kafka FP, MB Jules Verne, ST Dupont Pharaoh FP & BP, ST Dupont Andalusia.
and now sitting in some random drawer a fake Dupont Vertigo.

I've used all of them at some point--three of them were gifts from someone who used to love me, but that's for another forum! I'm planning on selling those three. I'd like to try others.

How'd I get into fountain pens? Had to use one growing up and attending a parochial school--always intrigued by them, such a classy instrument. Switched to BPs & RBs in high school & college, but now as a responsible adult, I refinanced my house and instead of remodeling the kitchen I bought a bunch of pens and watches!

I, too, sit in the back of the room!

Nice collection you've got there. And it sounds like you've got quite a history as a FPer. I love of the fountain pen started when I was in 5th or 6th grade - I had a cartridge fountain pen. Anyway, great to have you aboard.

Thanks. To be honest--a few of them are a little too flashy, beautiful but flashy. I feel most comfortable with a simple, clean-line look, as long as it writes smoothly & feels good in my hand. Didn't mean to be so self-absorbed--Tell me about the pens you use.

The pens I use most are a Lamy 2000, which I carry just about everywhere, an OS Sheaffer Balance in Marine Green, and a Pelikan M800 with a great stub nib ground by Greg Minuskin. But I have a good rotation going too ... here's a pic of some of the others:

I never, ever, NEVER, ever ever ever log on while at work.









Unless I'm on break.


Or I get a PM notice.





Or, um...

Hmm... "at work, I was never not logged in" ?
Me, I always log out just shortly before flaking off for the day....

Mike

I am still myself a new user, and the answer is : mainly in the evening, never from the office (yes I know, never say never).

Christophe

Off and on throughout the day!

Late at night usually 10:30pm to 12ish. Speaking of which I better sign off. Just 5 hours and 45 minutes until the alarm to get up and go to work!

What...s/he/it...said.

Well now I have been granted internet access by my 'line managers' I sort of sneak on when I can......... like now

Very lovely collection. Hmmm, I notice that you have a lock on your pen case . . . Does it work? Does anyone really lock their case?

Some folks might have pen cases that lock, but that lock hole on mine is purely decorative. This is a case my mom bought for me from Bombay Company, and I guess the folks who designed it thought a fake key hole would make it more aesthetically appealing or something ...

During the day on my lunch break, and occasionally in the evenings.

Hello and welcome to FPN.