Availability Of Birmingham Inks

[jmccarty3]

Somewhere in the murk I recall seeing a rumor that Birmingham Pens might de-emphasize their ink production. I see on their site that many of their inks are not available. Anyone have any information about what is happening with this company?

[katerchen]

Now that you mention it ... I haven't seen a promo email from him in quite some time

[ENewton]

It seems as if the bottles are available but not the samples.

 

A few weeks ago, there was a message indicating that Birmingham Pens will no longer carry as many goods by other manufacturers, because the company wants to focus on its own production. There were steep discounts on a variety of other brands, for example Iroshizuku.

 

I certainly hope they won't discontinue their own inks, which I've found to be interesting and well behaved.

[ParkerDuofold]

Hi JM, et al,

 

I like their inks, too.

 

According to their website, they're looking for a new location... or they're moving to a new location... ...I cannot recall exactly which one,...

 

...but my guess is they do not want to move a lot of heavy ink, so they've suspended production until they're settled in their new location. At least, that's my guess... and I'm sticking to it.

 

Be well.

 

 

- Anthony

[ParkerDuofold]

Just to follow-up...

 

If you notice, they're "sold-out" of A LOT of stuff... probably so they'll have less to move.

 

They also promise a new location soon... so don't give up the ghost.

 

- A.C.

 

P.S.: Btw, IIRC, DeAtramentis makes their inks and they bottle it on location.

[ParkerDuofold]

...A few weeks ago, there was a message indicating that Birmingham Pens will no longer carry as many goods by other manufacturers, because the company wants to focus on its own production. There were steep discounts on a variety of other brands, for example Iroshizuku.

Hhhmmmm... this is interesting to know... I thought it was just their relocation that was causing the inventory attrition.

 

Still and all, this news should only affirm the stability of their house-brand inks.

 

 

- Anthony

[Carrau]

Ruth will probably comment at some point-I think she keeps close tabs on them and lives close enough to what was their store to have firsthand knowledge of what is happening there.