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I first discovered the delight of fine pens in the mid 1980s from my brother, who was very taken by his fountain pen. I found the ink rather messy, I have to admit, and easy to smear, but the pen was an object of beauty! He would only let me hold it, and it was only after I saved up for a while that I came to own my first "fine writing instrument." I purchased it in a beautiful stationery store while in Geneva, Switzerland, a handsome, slim Waterman ballpoint pen in black and gold. I have to admit that I enjoyed looking at it more than I did writing with it! The ink seemed to drag on the paper, and it might have been a bit heavy for my hand. Honestly, It may be blasphemous to admit in a pen forum, but one of my favorite writing instruments is a newly sharpened pencil, which holds a great tactile quality and can nimbly respond to a range of writing pressure; this could be a nod to my profession as a teacher!). I do have a fountain pen, but have not used it consistently.

 

While brainstorming for holiday gift giving, I rekindled my interest in pens, having found a Phileas online (for $40) that I thought I'd give as a Christmas gift. I have been reading posts on this forum about the Phileas with great interest! It is a delight to connect with a community of passionate individuals! I am inspired to reacquaint myself with my fountain pen to write my Christmas cards!

 

I have recently found it quite exciting to look for old, interesting pens at thrift stores. The mystery surrounding the previous owner, and what they may have written, intrigues me as a kind of cultural history. Also, it seems that greater quality is often found in objects manufactured in the past, and in my recent travels, it seems that there are still a lot of pens "out there" that heirs seem to relinquish a the box of junk sent to Goodwill. I enjoy the whole process of exploration, inquiry, discussion great fun. I hope to participate in sharing discovery with you!

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Greetings, Humanities.

 

Pleased to meet you. I hope you enjoy the company of the fine folks here on the FPN.

 

Glad to learn of your renewed interest in fountain pens. I went through a reawakening of sorts with my pens several years ago, largely because I discovered the helpful folks on this Forum. I have since learned how to clean, tweak, and otherwise bring most of my old pens to life.

 

There is something special about how a fountain pen, with so little effort, puts such a clean, beautiful line to paper. Once it becomes second nature, nothing else will do. You'll see, if you don't know this already.

 

Nevertheless, I admit to using other writing instruments for applications for which they are better suited. Ball pens for press through copies, for instance.

 

Best wishes for your Holidays too. I hope you have a beautiful snow.

 

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Hello and welcome to FPN.

Recite, and your Lord is the most Generous  Who taught by the pen

Taught man that which he knew not (96/3-5)

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Many thanks for your warm welcome! I am very excited to join in the conversation!

 

No snow in WI, which is highly unusual. In fact, we are having temperatures that we are used to seeing in March. My theory is that the flames of hell are trying to reach the seat of our Governor's pants, for having hijacked our state and sold it to the lowest bidder/highest (failed) campaign contributor. (I'll try to keep quiet about WI politics from her on out!)

 

Thanks again!

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Welcome !

 

Don't be shy. We all know persons, who use "ballpoint" pens. I actually have one in my family. (Actually, in my wife's family.) We still love the old pirate 'cause he is rich. :lticaptd:

 

With a fountain pen, the ink is liquid, rather than gel or paste. Liquid ink flows smoothly, allowing easier writing, with a relaxed hand. I hope you will give it a try.

(And, some of you were expecting a lengthy, sarcastic lecture on how NOT to make a mess with the ink.) .

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Auf freiem Grund mit freiem Volke stehn.
Zum Augenblicke dürft ich sagen:
Verweile doch, du bist so schön !

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