Updated Fountain Pen Collection

[@stationerystream]

Hi Jayne! My first pen was the Lamy Safari, medium nib. It's what sent me down the rabbit hole because I was trying to find a pen that had an extra-fine nib, metal barrel material and a waterproof black ink that was more affordable than cartridges. I wanted to use my pen for work and had no control over the paper. I had no intentions of upgrading my notebooks or journals from non-fountain pen friendly books. So a dry ink in a dry extra-fine pen was the way to go. But then...but then! I found fountain pen social media. And the rest is history.
I've found that I love all fountain pens of all shapes and sizes, and all nib types now. The only one I may have issue with is the Pilot EF (I've only tried Andrew's Pilot Petit in EF which had a dry orange ink in it), and Sailor F (I tried it 1.5yrs ago, when I didn't understand what "feedback" was)
My current favourite EDC is the Ferris Wheel Press Carousel nib because it's in my favourite colour (pink!) and is a snap cap. I bring it to work every day. I've been trying the Kaweco Sport for the past week, but I think I will go back to the FWP pen. At home, my favourite pen is the Leonardo Furore (my pride and joy!) stub nib. I have far too much fun matching pen and ink colour. My favourite nib size is the Omniflex because it's so smooth and bouncy. If the Furore could have the Omniflex nib, I'd be set. But...I'd never change that rose-gold nib for another, lol.
Stephen does amazing work with your pens! I loved the one with the custom Platinum section. I remember you telling me about it. It was a dream to write with. I cannot wait to get a custom pen one day. I plan to save it for a very special occasion in future. :D

[@jppenandink]

Hello Mel, got to hand it to those Lamy pens, I think they have possibly led millions of people down the rabbit hole 😂 I must admit, I was pleasantly surprised by the FWP Carousel pen, it’s a lovely little writer. I do not have any Leonardo’s, I think that is something I would like to add to my wishlist! I must admit, I love trying to match my pens to different ink colours, its probably the most fun part of the hobby for me. That and having way too many pens inked up to write letters and play with 😂 Thank you so much for watching lovely, goodluck either way your exam this week and take care 😊

[@hifromlily]

Hello from Victoria! Just started to watch this video, but wanted to comment that I'm a new subscriber and have been catching up on your old videos. I've been enjoying them, thank you for sharing! I love watching fountain pen and ink content, and am so happy to have found an Australian UA-camr!

[@jppenandink]

Hi Lily, welcome 😍 Thank you so much for being here, watching and subscribing, I hope you find the videos helpful. I have only been on here a year, even though I have been in the fountain pen hobby for several years, I still have so much to learn 😂 I hope you have a wonderful day 😊

[@hifromlily]

😍Thank you! Have a wonderful evening!@@jppenandink

[@fountainpensinksmore3290]

Very nice pens. Love the video!

[@jppenandink]

Thank you Jane 😊

[@PokhrajRoy.]

10:15 It’s like the wing of a plane.

[@jppenandink]

True…I never thought of it like that 😊

[@Adventuresover40]

Nice!! What a great collection. Thank you for showing them.

[@jppenandink]

Thank you so much for watching Priscilla! I’m pretty happy with what I have, sold lots of pens this year and acquired some new ones that I can’t ever see leaving my collection 😊

[@Adventuresover40]

@@jppenandink I need to sell some of mine but just haven't taken that plung yet. My Esti's, Benu and custom pens are not going anywhere lol.

[@jppenandink]

@@Adventuresover40 I can thoroughly understand that 😊

[@PokhrajRoy.]

My first fountain was one from a local shop and we were told in school that fountain pen is the best for handwriting. The disdain for ball point pens was real for that teacher.

[@jppenandink]

Your teacher was obviously setting you all up for success 😊

[@PokhrajRoy.]

@@jppenandink Grateful to her

[@sanjilee6148]

I love my Sailor gold nibs because you can’t beat the prices! I just recently purchased an Esterbrook Estie Maui and I am in Canada so it was pricey for a steel nib. As for my Kawecos sports I have Macchiato in double broad and Iridescent in Medium but not to crazy how they write.

[@jppenandink]

Hi there, I must admit, it took me 7 years in the pen hobby before I purchased a Sailor because the reviews of their ‘feedback’ had put me off, but now I am a complete convert and absolutely love them 🤩 Yes the Esterbrook’s are pricey for a steel nib. In Australia they retail for $300+ 😮 Thank you so much for taking the time to watch my video. I hope you have a wonderful weekend 😊

[@teresaharris-travelbybooks5564]

I don't know why, but I'm just not drawn to Sailor pens, or the Pilot VP. I do like Esterbrook pens ( I have two ) and the Pilot E95s is on my wish list. I have a Unicorn Horn turned by Jonathan Brooks. It's so sparkly and fun to use. The issues you had with your Platinum definitely turns me away from that brand. They aren't cheap, to be having rusting and cracking issues. I'll mabe; eventually; get the Jade Twisbi Eco. I was never interested until I got the Indigo/Bronze and love holding it and watching the ink flow, and it writes so well. I have a FWP Carousel pen and I was blown away by how well it writes, and by how much joy a little plastic pen can give.

[@jppenandink]

Hi Teresa, thank you so much for watching. I have been in this hobby for 8-9 years and this year was the first time I ventured down the Sailor route. I must admit I was apprehensive about their feedback, but absolutely love them. Yes although I like the Platinum nibs, I’m not sure I would ever buy another pen, just too hexy to have issues. I love my Unicorn Horn, it always puts a smile on my face 😊

[@sanjilee6148]

Looks like a rocket popsicle! I also love what you did with your platinum pen!

[@jppenandink]

Love the Popsicle pen 🤩 I am so glad I decided to give the Platinum nib a new life. I was so disappointed with the quality of the Nice Lavender and its cracking issues.

[@pilesofthings]

Lovely collection! 😍 I am planning on getting the PGS Kaguya pen. I have another PGS and I love it so I'm sure I'll love that one too. My favourite writer continues to be the rather inexpensive Muji fountain pen. The Shmit nib is so good! Late this year I started experimenting with different nibs so I guess that's how my journey will continue for a bit 😊

[@jppenandink]

Hello there 👋 I have not tried the muji fountain pen, I might look into that one, thanks for the tip 😊 Yes I must admit I am really enjoying the Sailor PGS’s, just beautiful to write with 😍 Happy New Year lovely 🥳

[@pilesofthings]

oh thank you, happy new year to you as well @@jppenandink

[@LomleKT]

Beautiful and varied collection. I’ve got some of the same pens but my collection is much smaller.

[@jppenandink]

Hi Kristy, I have been building this collection over 8 or more years now. I appreciate each and every one of them for different reasons 😍 What is your favourite pen and nib to use? Thank you so much for watching, hope you have a lovely day/evening 😊

[@LomleKT]

I think my fave at the moment is my Platinum 3776 with a soft fine nib- I love the feeling of it on the page. I’ve got the same Pelikan M400 white Tortoise as you with the fine nib- it is constantly inked up with either a brown or green ink. My 1st fountain pen was a Parker that my parents gave me when I was at uni years and years ago. I still have it but I prefer my newer pens.

[@jppenandink]

@@LomleKT oh they are lovely pens, I can understand why you enjoy using them so much 😊

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I love the term ‘Penventory’. It’s fab! 👏🏽

[@jppenandink]

Thank @corysoxydiaries for that 😊

[@SundayMorningStorm]

Nice bunch! My first JustTurnings pens are on the way to me at the moment (to Europe, so it will take a while!), so I’m VERY impatiently waiting haha!
Interesting that your Sailor Broad writes like your Medium or even Fine - my Sailor B is like a western B, actually! 😮

[@jppenandink]

Oh I can’t wait for you to receive your pens, new pen days are so exciting! That is interesting re your broad nib as opposed to mine. I’m wondering if mine is faulty? I’ll do some work on it and see if it improves. Thank you so much for watching and have a lovely day/evening 😊

[@SundayMorningStorm]

@@jppenandink I think I’ve read that Japanese Broads usually go overboard, with a big difference between their extra fine nibs and their broadest nib. I hope you can tune it a bit to make it a good writer at least!

[@jppenandink]

@@SundayMorningStorm thank you, me too 😊

[@autisticbucky]

what a lovely collection! thank you so much for sharing 💛

[@jppenandink]

Thank you so much for watching Bucky and I’m glad you enjoyed it. Have a lovely day/evening 😊

[@coffeeteapaper]

Really nice walk through Jayne 😃 I’m inspired to do a penventory soon!

[@jppenandink]

Oooh how exciting, I can’t wait to see that 😊

[@lianelikes]

The Pelikan M400 is so gorgeous! Thanks for sharing your collection!

[@jppenandink]

Thank you so much for watching Liane 😊

[@LittlePrairieLibrary]

All of the Just Turning pens are soooo beautiful. I've yet to acquire any bespoke pens, but I think that might be the next part of my fountain pen journey!

[@jppenandink]

There are so many lovely materials that they can make them out of and something a little more unique than what big brands can offer. Thank you so much for watching and I hope you have a lovely day/evening 😊

[@optimalwellnessyoga]

I feel like your collection is well curated! I need to get over my fear of selling off pens.

[@jppenandink]

Thank you, I must admit, I’m pretty happy with how it is at the moment. I have a mix of some gold nibbed pens along with some inexpensive pens. Each one of them I enjoy using for different reasons. Enjoy the rest of your weekend, and thank you so much for watching 😊

[@brittanyfreeman9101]

Lovely collection Jane! Those Just Turning pens are beautiful! My current favorite pen is my Pilot Custom 823. It was a grail pen I put off getting but finally got off Amazon. Still debating whether I should have gone with a medium nib but the fine is beautiful. My first pen was a Kaweco Sport and I find my tastes are continually evolving after 2 years in the hobby.

[@jppenandink]

I have been eyeing off the Pilot Custom 823 too, I think the vac filling system put me off a little but the Wingsung is slowly changing my mind. I believe they are beautiful writers and everyone says they are worth the $$$ you pay for them. It’s interesting how our tastes change over time isn’t it. Thank you so much for watching my video Brittany and for your comment, this is the part I love, conversing and nerding out about pens with people 😂 Take care and have a lovely day/evening 😊

[@PokhrajRoy.]

Quote of the Day: “I love the broads.”

[@Tam1064]

when did you show the twisbys ? 😳😵‍💫🤔🫣

[@jppenandink]

Did you watch the whole video? I go through each brand one by one. I talk about the Twsbi’s about 20 or so minutes into the video 😊

[@user-zp1tw1gt2s]

Sorry but i couldn't understand a you said talking way to fast,🇦🇺