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Thinkers Notebook Review

Thinkers Notebook Cover 2
April 20, 2020April 28, 2020 ~ thepoorpenman ~ 2 Comments

I was recently contacted to review The Thinkers Notebook; a new dual-formated note system designed to make capturing and sharing ideas quick and easy. Having recently read a review of the product from The Well-Appointed Desk, I was curious to explore the system myself. I've had the Thinkers Notebook for a few weeks now, so let's … Continue reading Thinkers Notebook Review

Sharpie Roller and S-Gel Pen Review

Sharpie Pen Lineup
March 9, 2020March 16, 2020 ~ thepoorpenman ~ 6 Comments

I'm always excited to see new innovations from pen companies; new designs, new ink formulation, new colors. Anything that'll stand out from your run of the mill pen offerings. When I heard that Sharpie was developing their own gel and rollerball pens, I was excited to see what the pinnacle of permanent markers could do. … Continue reading Sharpie Roller and S-Gel Pen Review

BaronFig Work/Play III

BaronFig Work/Play III Cover
February 29, 2020December 7, 2020 ~ thepoorpenman ~ Leave a comment

"Here we go again, again." - Tugg Speedman, "Scorcher VI" (Tropic Thunder) They say that the third time is the charm, and that must be true because I've finally got my hands on the innovative dual-format notebook from BaronFig; the Work/Play III. Today we'll take a closer look at this new Confidant edition, but first … Continue reading BaronFig Work/Play III

The Endless Recorder Notebook Review

Endless Recorder Notebook Cover 2
January 2, 2020January 2, 2020 ~ thepoorpenman ~ 3 Comments

I was contacted recently by a representative of Endless, a manufacturer of fine notebooks, with an offer to review one of their Endless Recorder Notebooks. Naturally, I jumped at the chance and within a few days, I had a lovely care package on my doorstep. The Endless Recorder is a hardcover A5 notebook filled with 68gsm … Continue reading The Endless Recorder Notebook Review

BaronFig TRACE Notebook Review

Baron Fig Trace Cover
November 20, 2019December 7, 2020 ~ thepoorpenman ~ 1 Comment

BaronFig is at it again with another very interesting stationary release in the form of Trace; a softcover Vanguard-size notebook that features outlined drawings created in collaboration with illustrator Kyle T. Webster. Each page of the Trace features a unique illustration designed to be, well, traced. The idea is that the act of tracing these … Continue reading BaronFig TRACE Notebook Review

Spoke Pen Review

Spoke Pen Open
October 12, 2019 ~ thepoorpenman ~ Leave a comment

The Spoke Pen by Brian Conti in collaboration with Brad Dowdy launched on Kickstarter in early 2019. The campaign was fully-funded almost immediately and, thanks to nearly 1000 backers, pledges reached over FOUR TIMES the original goal. When a pen and pencil maker teams up with someone called “The Pen Addict,” you can be pretty … Continue reading Spoke Pen Review

SF Pen Show Recap & Haul (Pt. 2)

Rickshaw Bags Pen Roll Closeup
September 3, 2019September 2, 2019 ~ thepoorpenman ~ 2 Comments

In the months leading up to the San Francisco International Pen Show, I was good. I didn't buy any pens or ink (aside from one sale on a Sailor Pro Gear Slim that was too good to pass up. I'm only human.) I budgeted and planned and saved so when the time came, I could … Continue reading SF Pen Show Recap & Haul (Pt. 2)

SF Pen Show Recap & Haul (Pt. 1)

SF Pen Show 2019 Haul
August 30, 2019 ~ thepoorpenman ~ 3 Comments

After months of anticipation, planning, saving, and more planning, the San Francisco International Pen Show has come and gone in an all-too-brief weekend. With a budget set in my account and a box full of samples from the office in my car, I made the quick six hour road trip from LA to SF. Here … Continue reading SF Pen Show Recap & Haul (Pt. 1)

TRU RED Stationery Review

Staples TRU RED Pen & Book
June 7, 2019June 7, 2019 ~ thepoorpenman ~ 2 Comments

It has certainly been a while since I reviewed a standard over-the-counter gel pen. Yes, the addictive nature of pen collecting has taken me down the rabbit hole, and my attention has been captivated by a multitude of nibs and inks. With such a broad range of tools at my disposal, it must take something … Continue reading TRU RED Stationery Review

Karas Pen Co. Starliner XL Review

Karas Pen Co in case
April 30, 2019 ~ thepoorpenman ~ Leave a comment

Recently the good people at Karas Pen Co launched the Reaktor line; A budget-friendly batch of machined pens that are decidedly distinct from the core catalog. There are a few features of the Reaktor Line that set these apart from the K and Ink, so let's take a closer look at the Starliner XL and … Continue reading Karas Pen Co. Starliner XL Review

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