By: Peter Ashburton | 2010-04-01 | Product Reviews This is a review of the Cross Apogee fountain pen, a very nice and relatively inexpensive pen. The Cross Apogee is a great pen that is within most people's budget, with a very sleek, modern design. read more
By: Peter Ashburton | 2010-04-01 | Product Reviews I have owned the Cross Century II fountain pen for quite a while now so decided to give my thoughts on my ownership. A few months ago I decided to treat myself to a new fountain pen and decided to buy one from the Cross range. read more
By: Jake Eaton | 2011-01-30 | Shopping Is typing on a computer slow for you? Would you like to add some joy back into your life?. Its a lot more personal when you write the actual words than by using a keyboard. A fountain pen would be an fantabulous selection to get back into writing. read more
By: Wayne Hemrick | 2010-09-13 | Business They even make available Cross ink bottles in a variety of ink colors that offer neutral pH as well as a non-clogging and fast-drying formula. read more
By: Dirkb Rusel | 2011-04-08 | Business Why I love writing with Cross pens The second I started writing with Cross pens, I knew I was spoiled for life. If anyone thinks there is no difference in pens or pencils, then I dare them to take th... read more
By: Alan P Hunter | 2010-10-25 | Crafts Not only has the use of fountain pens declined seriously since the ballpoint pen was invented but pens in general are required at a far lower rate. This is due to the computer and the mobile phone, both of which allow people to write (or type) messages to one another without ever having to put pen to paper. read more
By: Lex Alwyn | 2012-02-14 | Collecting A collection of articles based around our favorite writing utensils, the Parker Fountain Pens we grew up with. It's not just an average fountain pen it's a Parker. read more
By: Wayne Hemrick | 2010-10-18 | Business At this time, ink that flowed freely across the page, gold nibs with iridium tips, and hard rubber were invented, and all of these materials were used by early fountain pen manufacturers to create a fountain pen reminiscent of what we use today. read more
By: Susan Slobac | 2010-11-15 | Shopping When we see fountain pens for sale today, we think of them as classic writing instruments. However, when fountain pens first began to gain popularity in the 1700s, they were not only beautiful but they were the latest innovation in fine writing instruments. read more
By: Wayne Hemrick | 2010-09-28 | Hobbies The Sonnet Cisele offers eighteen-karat gold in the two-tone criss-cross pattern nib in the fountain pen style, and the aforementioned chisel lines, but this time with black lacquer lines and trim crafted from twenty-three karat gold plate. The Sonnet Deep Lacquer offers barrel finishes in silver or gold, or in brilliant lacquer colors that include black, red and blue. read more
By: Bruce Dillon | 2011-01-10 | Writing The Parker sonnet fountain pen has fast become a collector's item for many pen lovers.It is a very popular choice amongst Parker pen lovers, of which there are many in the United States especially. read more
By: Jake Eaton | 2011-01-30 | Shopping Love writing but want a better writing tool then take a look at a fountain pen which is much preferred over normal pens. Although fountain pens are considered luxurious they do cost a little more than ballpoint and other pens. read more
By: Alan Cruz | 2010-03-26 | Gifts Fountain pens have been popular ever since they were invented. It can be refilled and used for a long time and is one of the best instruments for fine writing. The user always looks sophisticated while using this pen and a lot of top leaders have used it and still do. read more
By: Peter Ashburton | 2010-04-01 | Product Reviews The Parker Urban is available in a variety of different colours. It comes supplied in a plastic case along with a cartridge and a manual. The main components of this pen, the barrel and cap, are made from a solid lacquered brass. The nib and clip are made of stainless steel with a chrome trim. The grip is actually made of quality plastic. read more
By: Frank Schiavelli | 2011-08-17 | Gifts There are many important factors involved in the success of a fountain pen but one of the main reasons behind its success is its elegant, classic design and smoothly & effortlessly writing. read more