How to Collect Fountain Pens
Many people like to collect fountain pens, and deciding what type to collect can be a difficult decision. Some people like to collect antique or vintage fountain pens, while others like collecting the modern limited edition pens, or pens from a specific country. Collecting by brands, such as Parker or Sheaffer is also popular. Many people just collect what they like, resulting in a beautiful, eclectic mix of fountain pens. Read on to learn more.
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Instructions
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Decide if you want to focus your collection on one specific area of fountain pens, or if you want to collect a mixed variety of pens.
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Read articles and books to learn about your favorite fountain pens. When you become familiar with pictures of the various fountain pens, you'll know when you to find a good buy at a yard sale, flea market or thrift store.
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Purchase a fountain pen collector's price guide at a local bookstore or online.
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Join a fountain pen collectors group, such as the fountainpennetwork.com, to share your interest with others that also enjoy fountain pen collecting.
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Visit local antique stores and let the shop owners know the types of pens you want to add to your collection. The store owners will look for the pens you are trying to find when they are in other antique stores, at auctions and on buying trips.
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Scour flea markets, garage sales, thrift shops, local auctions and fountain pen shows looking for that special fountain pen.
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Check online auction sites, such as ebay.com, and online antique and collectible stores for fountain pens to add to your collection.
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Tips & Warnings
Many fountain pen collectors use their pens on a daily basis. These collectors want to enjoy their fountain pens for their looks, as well as their writing quality.
Inspect any pen with a magnifying glass or jeweler's loupe before making a purchase.
Always store your fountain pens away from heat and bright lights, or they may become discolored or damaged.
A limited edition pen that does not have its original box and papers will be much lower in value.
