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Before buying antique fountain pens, research the price and quality of the antique by reading "Fountain Pens: Past and Present." Discover more about collecting antique fountain pens with expert tips from an antique appraiser in this free video about collecting antique memorabilia. more »
In 1884 the fountain pen was invented by Lewis Waterman. It was designed after the feather quill pen. Waterman found a way to use the concept of the feather quill without having to constantly "re-ink" the pen. Here are some tips on how to write with a fountain pen. more »
Fountain pens offer a vintage writing style, personalized by the writer using the pen. The type of tip (or nib) on a fountain pen is indicative of the style of writing that is to be done with the pen, the most familiar of which is calligraphy. more »
The use of a fountain pen is almost a lost art. First came ballpoint pens, then roller balls, then gel pens and the eloquence of the fountain pen was forgotten. Yet, fountain pens are still sold in every price range. From the cheapie version found at the local super center to the expensive name brand found only at upscale office supply or department stores, the fountain pen will always find new devotees. Using a fountain pen is really no different than using any other type of ink pen. Once you learn how to fill the ink, the rest is simple. more »
If you own a fountain pen you will eventually need to fill it (unless you aren't writing with it and are just gazing at it wistfully). This article will tell you how. more »
The construction of a fountain pen is typically broken down into seven parts. While the names of each part may differ, they are generally the point, feed, section, filler, barrel, cap and clip. more »
The fountain pen! The preferred writing instrument of poets, dandies, and other assorted weirdos, fountain pens can last a lifetime and, with a tiny bit of practice, are way more fun to write with than the ubiquitous ball points. Whether you're a student, an aspiring novelist, or a rising executive, a good fountain pen can be your best friend in the anomic wasteland of postmodern life, and this article will tell you everything you need to know about choosing one. more »
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. more »
Fountain pens have been called jewelry for business men. Fountain pen collecting is a very popular hobby among those of us who enjoy antiquated technology and who enjoy a touch of refinement and beauty in their daily wardrobe. From the perspective of function, fountain pens write much more expressively than modern pens whether they are ballpoint, rollerball, gel or fiber tip. While It is true that using a fountain pen takes more preparation and care than using a more modern device, that is the joy of it. more »
Do you have a fountain pen that won't write? Have you filled it with fresh ink only to find that it still won't lay down a line? The solution to your problem might not be as difficult as you think. more »
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