New Pens Added to the Edison Menlo Fountain Line
Edison Menlo – Sweet Honey, Fingerpaints, and Blue Grotto
The previous Menlo pen (Signature Line) was designed with a Draw Filler, and was a very popular choice with fountain pen fans and enthusiasts. This inspired the Edison Pen Company in late June 2020 to release a re-engineered Menlo pen featuring a Converter Filler. They added the new pens to the Production Line. We are excited to carry these and have them available in three beautifully crafted materials: Sweet Honey, Blue Grotto, and Fingerpaints.
Edison Menlo – Sweet Honey
The Sweet Honey pen is made of a swirly golden amber resin. This never used before material comes from the same supplier as the Edison Collier – Rock Candy pen, so it has that nice “near-celluloid” feel. The Sweet Honey is accented with a gold-plated clip and centerband, and a #6 two-tone steel nib engraved with the Edison logo.
Sweet Honey: Swirly Golden Amber Resin with Gold-Plated Clip and Centerband (above), and a #6 Two-Tone Steel Nib Engraved with Edison logo (below).
Edison Menlo – Blue Grotto
The Blue Grotto pen is made of a swirly turquoise and black resin (the same never used before material as the Sweet Honey), with a silver clip and centerband. The silver finish sets the Blue Grotto apart from the golden touches of Sweet Honey.
Blue Grotto: swirly turquoise and black resin, with silver clip and centerband (above) and a #6 polished steel nib engraved with Edison logo (below).
Edison Menlo – Fingerpaints
The Fingerpaints pen is made of a swirly rainbow resin. The material is the same as the Edison Menlo – Pearlette, and was re-used because of its popularity. It features the same silver finish as the Blue Grotto and the polished engraved steel nib.
Fingerpaints: swirly rainbow resin, with silver clip and centerband (above) and a #6 polished steel nib engraved with Edison logo (below).
Each pen accepts a standard international converter (included) or short standard international cartridges, or can be converted to eyedropper fill. Click here to shop all compatible short standard international ink cartridges.
Specifications
Weight 18.5 grams/.652 oz
Capped Length 143mm/5.620”
Posted Length to Nib Tip 165mm / 6.490”
Body Length to Nib Tip 128mm / 5.030”
Body Diameter 13.1mm / .515”
Cap Diameter 14.4mm / .560”
Section Diameter at Narrowest 9.6mm / .38”
Section Length 17.1mm / .670”
All Edison pens are handmade in Milan, Ohio by Brian Gray.
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Write Now Ep. 201
Brian and Drew are BACK for the first time in 4 months for this informal catch-up video on all the next products that have been launching since Write Now went on hiatus. Shooting from Brian’s home, they talk about COVID-19 and what they’ve been up to, and show a slew of new products and give their opinions on them. They have no idea if they’ll keep doing Write Now after this, but at least here’s one for you to enjoy!
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 Introduction/banter
7:00 Goulet Pens update
7:40 Sailor Pro Gear Slim Blue Dwarf/Fairy Tales
9:00 Sailor Pro Gear Slim Mini
10:00 Traveler’s Factory Green Brass Pen SE
11:10 Sailor Pro Gear Realo
12:40 Platinum Curidas
13:30 Monteverde Regatta Rosewood
14:40 TWSBI 580 Smoke/Rose Gold II
15:45 TWSBI Eco White/Rose Gold
16:40 TWSBI 580 ALR Prussian Blue
17:45 Visconti Homo Sapiens Crystal Dream
19:45 Visconti Homo Sapiens Blue Lagoon LE
20:35 Pelikan m1000 Green Ray LE
22:00 Sailor’s Sailor LE ink
22:35 Sailor Wicked Witch of the West SE
27:00 Outro/banter
LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
- Sailor Pro Gear Slim Blue Dwarf: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/s…
- Sailor Pro Gear Slim Fairy Tales: https://www.gouletpens.com/collection…
- Sailor Pro Gear Slim Mini: https://www.gouletpens.com/collection…
- Traveler’s Factory Green Brass Pen SE: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/t…
- Sailor Pro Gear Realo: https://www.gouletpens.com/collection…
- Platinum Curidas: https://www.gouletpens.com/collection…
- Monteverde Regatta Rosewood LE: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/m…
- TWSBI 580 Smoke RoseGold II: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/t…
- TWSBI Eco White/Rose Gold: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/t…
- TWSBI 580ALR Prussian Blue: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/t…
- Visconti Homo Sapiens Crystal Dream: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/v…
- Visconti Homo Sapiens Blue Lagoon LE: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/v…
- Pelikan m1000 Green Ray LE: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/p…
- Sailor’s Sailor LE ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/s…
- Sailor Wicked Witch of the West SE: https://www.gouletpens.com/pages/sear…
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The Goulet Pen Company Team
Visconti Homo Sapiens Limited Edition History
The Homo Sapiens is one of Visconti’s most popular pen models using the Visconti ‘Hook Safe Lock’, a revolutionary capping system so you can cap a pen without worrying about the cap accidentally unscrewing in your pocket and leaking. The fountain pen features Visconti’s patented Double Reservoir Power Filler, a unique filling system that allows a greater ink capacity. All of these limited editions colors come numbered. Here is a visual look back at all of the limited edition colors of the Visconti Homo Sapiens.
2020: Blue Lagoon
2019: Midnight in Florence
2018: Jade & Bronze Swirl
2017: Chiantishire
2016: London Fog
2014: Florentine Hills & Crystal Swirl
Which edition is your favorite?
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Introducing the Sailor Pro Gear Slim Mini
Six colors available
Compact, pocket-sized, cartridge-only fountain pen with a 14kt gold nib.
Sailor has maintained over 100 years of quality, technical excellence, and perfection. The solid writing performance stems from skilled craftsmen who have perfected the original nib technology since 1911.
Nib Detail: 14-karat Gold Pro Gear Slim Mini
Sailor has built a reputation for having the best quality nibs and the Sailor Pro Gear Slim Mini fountain pen is no different. The Sailor Pro Gear Slim Mini fountain pen comes in six muted colors, and features a resin barrel, cap, and finials, a navy blue resin grip section, and is complemented by gold-plated accents. The flat top cap features the Sailor anchor logo inset into the top finial. This pocket-sized compact fountain pen comes equipped with Sailor’s legendary 14kt yellow gold nib in medium fine. The cap screws to open/close and can screw to post onto the back of the barrel when writing. The Professional Gear Slim Mini fountain pen comes with a Sailor proprietary cartridge; it does not accept a converter.
The Pro Gear Slim Mini is compact in size, smaller than the Professional Gear Slim, and makes it easy to carry.
Pro Gear Slim Mini Compared to Pro Gear Slim
You can also check out all compatible Sailor ink cartridges. Current available colors are Rose Taupe, Slate Green, Stellar Blue, Mustard Yellow, Blush Pink, and Taupe.
See more of the Sailor Pro Gear Slim Mini Fountain Pens. Do you own a Pro Slim Mini or Pro Gear Slim Mini? Which size do you like better?
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The Goulet Pen Company
Introducing the Diplomat Aero Antique Rose
We’re thrilled to announce our latest color in the Diplomat Aero line. This soft pink color on the Aero is simply stunning! This blush color called Antique Rose features silver trim and a silver grip with both steel and gold nib options available. This color is a special production run only available at Goulet Pens, and once it’s gone, it will not be available ongoing.
The Aero comes with a smooth writing #6 JoWo nib in polished stainless steel or in two tone 14k gold. The writing experience you get with this pen is one that is smooth and enjoyable on a variety of paper.
If you’re looking for inks to match, we recommend trying Robert Oster Cherry Blossom, Diamine Grey, or Sailor Shikiori Yozakura. Be sure to check out our Instagram post for even more ink suggestions.
See more of the Diplomat Aero in Antique Rose on GouletPens.com. Do you own the Aero? What do you love about it?
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Introducing David Oscarson Pens
Luxury Hard Enamel Fountain Pens in Exquisitely Themed Collections
Luxury, Limited Edition fountain pens are something to talk about! They boast some of the most elaborate and intricate designs in the world. The rare materials, creative concepts and labor intensive processes create more than just a design – they are meaningful pieces of art. David Oscarson is no stranger to creating these masterpieces or to pen collectors across the globe.
Ganesha Fountain Pen – Emerald Green/Gold
His pieces are handcrafted from 18-karat Gold and Sterling Silver, giving them a solid weight and world-class look and feel. They are also passed through a decorative technique, called Guilloche, where precise and repetitive patterns are engraved into the pen, bringing light and luster to the surface of the metal.
Russian Imperial Sky Blue Fountain Pen – Guilloche Technique
Russian Imperial Cap Detail
Hard Enamel is yet another level of patience, expertise and skill brought to the Guilloché technique. Using a mortar and pestle, a composition of glass, water and metal oxides is ground for hours by hand. When settled, the water is removed, leaving the fine paste that is the basis for hard enamel. A quill is then used to apply each coat of the mixture to the surface of the metal, ensuring that the entire Guilloché area is completely covered in enamel. The components are then fired in a furnace at temperatures exceeding 1,000° F, fusing the enamel to the metal and forming a layer of glass.
Celestial Fountain Pen Cap Detail
After cooling, the pieces are manually ground with a diamond file, restoring their proper shape and surface. This tedious process is repeated at length until the level of enamel reaches the depth required to cover the peaks and fill the valleys of each intricate Guilloché pattern. When the final stages of firing are completed, the pieces are polished and buffed, revealing the velvet finish of translucent hard enamel. A five-year apprenticeship is required to ensure that the highest levels of quality will be met in each individual Collection piece.
Russian Imperial 18-Karat Gold Nib and Sterling Silver Section
Celestial Fountain Pen 18-Karat Gold Section
David Oscarson has taken quality, craftsmanship and style to create not only a one-of-a-kind writing instrument, but an investment to cherish now and pass down to future generations of writers and loved ones.
Lord Ganesha Cap Detail – Emerald Green/Gold
We are now an authorized dealer of David Oscarson pens. We’re starting out with a limited selection across several different themed collections: Alexander Fleming, Celestial, Golden Spike, Harlequin, Koi, Lord Ganesha, and Russian Imperial. As they are all small limited runs, the selections will continue to change over time. All are priced at $5,900.
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The Goulet Pen Company