BaronFig Squire Click Review

Baron Fig Squire Click Cover

When Baron Fig announced that they were about to launch a clickable Squire, I jumped at the chance for a review. The original Squire is a fantastic pen, but the twist mechanism will always be second place to a good clicker in my book. I've spent several days using the pen by now, so let's … Continue reading BaronFig Squire Click Review

Conklin Duragraph Review – Merlot Edition

Conklin Duragraph Nib Cover

Conklin Pen is an American pen brand with a long history for quality and heritage. The brand's creator Roy Conklin is credited with creating the first "self-filling" fountain pen, the crescent filler, back in 1897. The company gained notoriety when Mark Twain became their spokes-person in 1903, and the brand has been producing interesting and … Continue reading Conklin Duragraph Review – Merlot Edition

TWSBI Vac Mini Review

TWSBI Vac Mini Open

When shopping for a new "next level" pen, there are a lot of factors to consider. Value for the price, style, brand reputation, and functionality are all important contributors to the buying process. When I decided to pick up a new pen above my typical price range, I knew it had to be something different. … Continue reading TWSBI Vac Mini Review

BaronFig Lock & Key – Part 2

Baron Fig Squire The Key alternate 1

The Key BaronFig's first limited edition release of 2018 blew me away. The Lock Confidant is a beautifully designed notebook with a subtle but complex design both externally and internally. The book checks all the boxes for the quality and utility of the standard Confidant, and it does so in style. Every Lock needs a … Continue reading BaronFig Lock & Key – Part 2