The Pen Addict

One of us was on their game this week before our big London event, and it wasn’t Brad. How many times can one person be wrong in one episode? Spoiler alert: a lot. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT. Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring restaurant quality pizza to your home. Discount automatically applied at checkout. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Relay FM 10th Anniversary Extravaganza | Hackney Empire Brad Dowdy (@penaddict) – Instagram Sailor Compass TUZU Adjust Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Sailor Compass TUZU Gel Pens | JetPens Sailor TUZU – Official Website Mountain of Ink Traveler's Notebook – Traveler's Company USA Present & Correct Choosing Keeping London Graphic Centre Magma Shop Magazine B Limited Edition 012 – Studio Neat Flexible Nib Factory Tokyo Totepack | Bellroy Venture Ready Pack | Bellroy Sinclair Model R – Rickshaw The Pen Addict X Rickshaw Sinclair Model R — The Pen Addict EVERGOODS - Civic Half Zip 22L | The Classic Daybag Elevated Versa Ultralight | Hyperlite Mountain Gear Venture Ready Sling 2.5L | Bellroy Banzai Bags - Bags

Brad’s trip to London is near, will he finish shipping in time? Will the new TWSBI VAC be making the trip? Is there a new Sailor he wants to discuss? Find all of these answers, including answers to your AskTPA, in this week’s episode. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Hinze Pens: Custom hand made fountain pens, made using traditional methods. Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Relay FM 10th Anniversary Extravaganza | Hackney Empire The Pen Addict Shop Leather Ring Supporter PLT0013 (Bible/Narrow Size) - PLOTTER USA TWSBI VAC 700R Kyantie Blue – Instagram Uses This / Interviews waferbaby (@d@wafer.baby) - wafer.baby Sailor 1911 Large Fountain Pen in Cthulhu 2024 Exclusive - Goldspot Pens Sailor Pro Gear Sunlight from the Ocean Floor Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Sailor Iris Nebula Pro Gear Slim Fountain Pens – Pen Chalet Pacific Northwest Pen Show | July 2024 - Portland, Oregon 2024 Miami Pen Show - The Miami Pen Show Retro 51 Tornado Mercury 7 Limited Edition Rollerball Review — The Pen Addict Caran d’Ache 849 Year of the Dragon Ballpoint Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Brad went all Captain Capitalism on us this week, discussing all of the new product collaborations he has been working on this year. Also, where does the Caran d’Ache 849 rank in the list of popular Japanese pens? This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off. Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Relay FM 10th Anniversary Extravaganza | Hackney Empire The Pen Addict X Retro 51 “PEN” — The Pen Addict Virgil Abloh - Wikipedia The Pen Addict x Ebbets Field Flannels Ballcap — The Pen Addict Shop — The Pen Addict The Locavore Guide (@thelocavorenyc) – Instagram Members — The Pen Addict Bungubox KOP Fujiyama Blue – Instagram Japan's 2023 Pen of the Year – Fudefan – Instagram

Brad is on vacation this week, so what better time to answer your AskTPA! This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Squarespace: Save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code PENADDICT. Enigma Stationery: Shop online with code PENADDICT24 for a free gift and discounted shipping on orders of $50 or more. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback BelOMO 10x Triplet Loupe Magnifier - the best Jewelry loupe Plotter Meet Your Maker: Nic Pasquale, Pens by Pasquale — The Pen Addict Storage Container - penco Ti Arto EDC : The Ultimate Refill Friendly Everyday – Big Idea Design Notebook Review: Midori A5 Cotton & Light Paper Notebooks - The Well-Appointed Desk

Brad is heading to the beach next week, so what better time to ask what he thinks about Pilot’s latest Vanishing Point Limited Edition, Seashore. Maybe he will be playing Scarabeo with his family, and can bring along the perfect scorekeeping pen. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off. Ooni Pizza Ovens: Bring restaurant quality pizza to your home. Discount automatically applied at checkout. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback BUNGUBOX x Esterbrook Kachofugetsu Flower Fountain Pen – Esterbrook Pens Send in Your Ask TPA Questions! Pilot 2024 Limited Edition Vanishing Point Seashore - Vanness Opus 88 Wine Rollerball Pens -- Pen Chalet Opus 88 Demo 2022 Color of the Year Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict Composition Studio -- Instagram Bumblebee｜LIMITED｜Maki-e fountain pen｜Namiki Montegrappa Scarabeo Limited Edition Fountain Pen - Vulpen / Fountain pen | Appelboom.com Bathrooms in Italy: What's that string for on the wall? - GRAND VOYAGE ITALY Ooni Toy Oven New Collaboration! Visconti Voyager Del Mar - Figboot on Pens - YouTube Visconti Voyager Del Mar — Figboot on Pens I can just imagine #work | Jordan the Stallion | Instagram STL Pen Show Mug LAMY Postcard Prompts

Bruce Eimon, Japanese stationery connoisseur, discusses his journey and the world of Japanese stationery with Brad. They cover his involvement in pen shows, the joy of analog tools, and the unique culture of innovation in Japan's stationary industry.

The podcast discusses new Limited Edition LAMY Safari pens, including unique color combinations and collaborations. They also preview the 2024 St. Louis Pen Show and explore the Torque Filler mechanism in fountain pens. Additionally, there is a critique on a 3D printed pen holder and refilling challenges. The hosts share tips on fountain pen maintenance and explore the pros and cons of different types of pens.

Brad and Myke share their favorite stationery items, debate the merits of Orange ink, and dive into unique pen designs. They discuss material properties like micarta, highlight Heinz pens' craftsmanship, and explore a special pen's intricate design. The episode also covers pen preferences, Squarespace sponsorship, and a detailed discussion on a pen with a piston mechanism.

Myke is back this week, and just in time for some of Brad’s pen breakdowns. They discuss Brad’s review of the Pelikan M200 Orange Delight, plus his first thoughts on the new Jetstream Lite Touch. This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: St Louis Pen Show: Join us June 20-23. Tickets on sale now! Pen Chalet: Check out this week's special offer, and to get your code for 10% off. Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback Pelikan M200 Orange Delight Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict Paper Places - Relay FM Randomizing Pen And Ink Choices — The Pen Addict JETSTREAM Lite touch Brad's interpretation of the uniball logo – Instagram

Brad is joined by Damien Alomar of All in the Nib this week to discuss all things nibs grinding. How did he get started? How did he learn the craft? What do you need to know when getting your first nib grind? Needlepoints for everyone! This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by: Factor: Healthy, fully-prepared food delivered to your door. Kanilea Pen Co: Choose your Aloha today! Guest Starring: Damien Alomar Links and Show Notes: Support The Pen Addict with a Relay FM Membership Submit Feedback All in the Nib - Fountain Pen Tuning and Nib Grinds Damien (@allinthenib) • Instagram photos and videos PENS | kinusa Pilot MR Metropolitan Fountain Pens Nemosine Fission Fountain Pens Stalogy Editor's Series 365Days Notebook - B5 - Grid - Black | JetPens Adjusting Your Fountain Pen - Part 1: Ink Flow - YouTube Pen Show Nib Grinds: Oblique Italic By All In The Nib — The Pen Addict Price List – All in the Nib