Studio Neat Mark One Review

Studio Neat Branded Refill Schmidt P8216 Refill

Introduced (as such things so often are) on Kickstarter in 2018, the Mark One by Studio Neat is an all-metal machined pen designed for the Schmidt P8126 rollerball refill. The campaign promised a minimal, durable, retractable pen and, spoiler alert, it was successful. At the time, I was only a couple years into the Pen … Continue reading Studio Neat Mark One Review

Over the Moon – Majohn Fountain Pen Review

A closeup photo of the nibs of the Pilot Vanishing Point, Majohn A1, and Majohn A2

If you believed they put a man on the moon, then you'll believe that Moonman Majohn is back at it again with another bold shot across the bow of Big Pen. I've gathered a few pieces from Majohn's line-up for 'research purposes' in order to see what roughly $30 will get you for a clone … Continue reading Over the Moon – Majohn Fountain Pen Review

February In Three Parts – California Pen Show & Other Adventures

It was a surprisingly busy February for me. The shortest month of the year was full of events, acquisitions, and adventure. With so many Pen Things to share I wasn't certain where to start so, rather than part it out over a few posts, I've decided to share it all wrap-up style. I will explain. … Continue reading February In Three Parts – California Pen Show & Other Adventures

It’s 2023, What Are We Using?

Well, we're about a month in to the new year as I sit down to write this. I've settled on a planner system, I've got a few new pieces of stationery hardware in the mix, let's take a look! The Notebook(s) of 2023 Up first we have the Hobonichi Cousin A5 wrapped up in a … Continue reading It’s 2023, What Are We Using?