Everyday Karas Basik.001 Review

Everyday Karas Basik.001 Gel rollerball pen on the crab

Karas Pen Co. have been in the machined-pen game for nearly 15 years. It all started with their first Kickstarter project, the Render K, back in 2011 and they have been producing quality machined writing instruments ever since. The success of their initial product line kicked off a series of unique and stylish pens under … Continue reading Everyday Karas Basik.001 Review

Drehgriffel Nr. 1 – A Quick Look

Leuchtturm1917 Drehgriffel Nr. 1 with Plotter Mini5

On a recent trip to Texas I came across a library book store selling Leuchtturm1917 Drehgriffel gel pen refills. At the time I was looking for something, anything to replace the Schmidt P8126 cartridge I was stuck with. Well, after a slightly rocky start, the Leuchtturm1917 refill was writing surprisingly well for a gel refill in the Parker-style format. I decided upon my return to California that I would seek out the full pen experience to get a better picture of the product.

Karas Pen Co. Modal Review

Karas Pen Co Modal atop the Crab Pen Holder

One if the first pens I ever reviewed on this blog (and in fact the first pen I spent real money on) was the Karas Pen Co. Render K back in 2017. That pen was swiftly followed by the Fountain K, and over the years my Karas collection has only increased. Just as my collection has grown, so too has their catalog. So when I saw their latest creation at the California Pen Show I scooped one up, hesitating only long enough to decide on the color. Time to take a look at the Karas Pen Co. Modal.

uniball One F & One P Review

Uni-Ball One Lineup

5/13/24 - Content Note: This article has been updated with uni Brands' latest content guidelines for brand names. The material and substance of the article has not changed. One Pen To Rule Them All Once upon a time, there was a pen called the Uniball One. It was a fairly unique addition to the Uni … Continue reading uniball One F & One P Review