Summer's Top 10 Fountain Pens - The Write Stuff, ep. 35

It’s been a while since the last episode, so let’s catch up with the summer’s top 10 pens!

Hang out till the end and Tom will give away something on his desk.

(0:00) Intro
(1:15) Pilot Custom 823
(3:11) Opus 88 Demo Twilight Sonata
(4:20) Leonardo MZ Nuvola
(5:22) Nahvalur Rainbow Wrasse
(6:30) Pelikan Souveran 600 Red White
(8:04) Magna Carta MAG 650
(9:40) Pelikan Souveran 800 Green Demo
(10:52) Benu Euphoria Pink Champagne
(11:58) Leonardo MZG 2.0 Galattica Universe Gold Trim
(14:00) Leonardo Magico Bella di Notte
(15:24) Top 10 Pens Recap
(16:09) Question of the week
(17:51) Giveaway and Outro

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[robyn_southafrica]

The fact that fountain pens aren't "just pens" my grandpa had back in the day, but an actual science and community 🥺😍😀 AMAZING!! 🖋️

[Jason-pqmq]

Happy you’re back. I believe your passion for Leonardo is making it to the audience. 3 Leonardo’s and if anyone’s on the fence about the two Pelikan’s on the list, don’t think, you’ll rarely see a M800 with a massive discount and the green demonstrator glides on paper.
-What are 2-3 things you learned this year in the fountain pen industry either as an enthusiast or retailer?

[fossilimprint]

So many great pens... Thanks for the tips for hot weather.

[shimo_codm]

I'm so glad your back to fill my day with joy, just like how you would fill a pen with ink. Also, when and how did your Fountain Pen Journey begin?

[sistergoldenhair]

The pink champagne benu was my favorite on this list!

[JerryCarter-xurs]

I missed these videos! Thank you for bringing them back and fitting them into your busy schedules!! My question for you Tom, is what pen ink combo is a must try? One that you feel addicted to and absolutely must write with!

[tokopediaasyer]

I'm new to the fountain pen world and I have a question for you. After trying the Lamy Safari, Metropolitan and ensso bolt fountain pen, now I want to try a gold nib with integrated filling system fountain pen. do you have a recommendation? (Under 700$)

Thanks

[DhirajMulchandaniPhotography]

Hi Tom, thank you for featuring such stunning pens in your video, my question is with so many options available how could one curate a good fountain pen collection? Influencers on YT seem to buy / review every pen, ink, paper, and accessory available leaving me confused.

[NotesFromPastAmy]

It was so good to have you back! I really enjoyed having two 'top 5' lists. 😊

With my Pilot vanishing point arriving today, I feel like I have experienced a good variety in the major brands and am looking to branch out. Not that there is anything wrong with Pilot, Platinum, Sailor, Benu, Leonardo, etc.! But can you recommend some sleeper brands for me to keep an eye on? Bonus points for non-standard colors and/or nibs.

[Artemis_Pens]

Another great video! Thank you for what you do❤

My question is:
While you discover the fountain pen world, buying new pens and ink, testing.. so when or how to understand that you have enough? How many pens do you need to create a full collection for every purpose you need? How to stop luggage stationery 😄🤗

[glldvmi]

Hey, we're glad to see you back!

[genaleatzow]

Thanks for the content. Loved the video. Just got my first Leonardo and love it.
Favorite inks of 2024 so far?
Most anticipated pen for second half of the year?

[heatherwischer]

With five Goldspot exclusives in the Summer Top 10, you clearly have an eye for what the people want. The aesthetic of each pen seems to really showcase the unique qualities of each brand, but they all fit into the Goldspot world. What goes into the process of designing an exclusive fountain pen? I'd love to get a peek into the mind of the magician making the pen magic. 🔏🪄✨

[followyourbrush]

Gosh! About time! Missed your podcast.

[ever]

Glad you're back with us Tom. My question is;
Is it better to store your pens standing up laying down while they are inked up.

[notailsclub]

We missed your videos, glad you are back! I would like to know what you recommend for cleaning a fountain pen when you discover that the ink you used stained it on the inside and a normal clean out doesn't remove any of the stain, specifically on a piston or vacuum demonstrator where the stain has ruined the beautiful look, thanks for any suggestions!

[hopemurray]

Great to see you, Tom! My question is, how do flex nibs... Flex? What can we do to take care of flex nibs so we can use them for years? Thanks!

[davidgray]

Hey Tom, welcome back.
Love and miss these videos. Can you tell me what fountain pen is worthy of being carried that I won’t have to be worried about leaking or the cap coming apart. So far I have two pants with ink stain. 😮
Thanks. DGR

[followyourbrush]

I bought the Leonardo Momento Nuvola I love, love it!

[CarrotsOlives]

Hello Tom. This summer’s list is sizzlin’ just like many of us this 😅. Is there a shelf life on inks? What should we look for when using and “aged” ink? I am coming up on my 9th year with some inks and they seem to be doing well.