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The Goulet Pencast

Brian Goulet and Drew Brown of GouletPens.com talk about all the fountain pen things that pen fans love. They talk about what’s going on at The Goulet Pen Company, what’s new in the fountain pen world, there are interviews with people in the fountain pen industry, and lots of jokes and fun segments to keep you entertained and maybe even educated about fine writing and fountain pen-related products.

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Latest Episodes:

Episode 58: Climate + Flow, Hooded Nibs and a LIGHTNING ROUND! Aug 15, 2022

Show notes

What's the deal with "chromashading" ink? Does pineapple belong on pizza? Brian and Drew cover topics both random and relevant here in this truncated episode of the Goulet Pencast!

Shop at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/
Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
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Richard Binder's Site: http://richardspens.com/

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:02:38 Is there a purpose to hooded nibs?
0:18:26 What's deal with chomashading inks?
0:28:24 Brian's puzzles
0:51:30 What are the effects of DRY climate on fountain pen flow?
0:57:02 Who in your company has the most fountain pens?
1:04:04 Lightning Round!

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/
Sign up for Emails: http://shop.gouletpens.com/newsletter
Blog: https://blog.gouletpens.com/

Episode 57: Brian & Drew Disagree on Nibs But NOT on a Nibmeister Aug 08, 2022

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Misters Goulet and Brown discuss the possibility of getting an in-house nib grinder, cracking converters, their favorite types of specialty nibs, and more! The Pen Spotlight for the week is a very special nib from Platinum.

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Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Esterbrook Camden Northern Lights: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/esterbrook-camden-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=854ItJ2wFGU
Monteverde Invincia Superblack: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/monteverde-invincia-deluxe-fountain-pen-super-black-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=854ItJ2wFGU
Namiki Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-ink/products/pilot-namiki-blue-60ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=854ItJ2wFGU
Pelikan Edelstein Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pelikan-ink?sort=price-descending?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=854ItJ2wFGU
Ferris Wheel Press Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/ferris-wheel-press?sort=price-descending?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=854ItJ2wFGU
Pilot Iroshizuku Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-ink?sort=price-descending?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=854ItJ2wFGU
Platinum #3776 Century - 10th Anniversary LE: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/platinum-3776-century-fountain-pens/products/platinum-3776-century-fountain-pen-10th-anniversary-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=854ItJ2wFGU

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:01:31 Feedback
0:11:36 New Stuff
0:19:41 Why would my converters keep cracking?
0:29:44 Why are your favorite shaped ink bottles?
0:39:21 Which unique nib style is your favorite?
0:49:12 What are your other analog hobbies?
1:07:53 Have you ever considered an in-house nibmeister?
1:16:30 Hypothetical
1:24:05 Pen Spotlight
1:35:00 What's Happening?
2:01:12: Comp-nay Updates

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/
Sign up for Emails: http://shop.gouletpens.com/newsletter
Blog: https://blog.gouletpens.com/

Episode 56: The Kaweco AL-Sport and Brian on Notebook Immortality Aug 01, 2022

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Brian and Drew list their favorite Robert Oster ink colors show off some fun new products and cover a bunch of other fun questions with week!

Shop at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/
Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
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The Deterioration and Preservation of Paper: Some Essential Facts: https://www.loc.gov/preservation/care/deterioratebrochure.html

Brian and Drew visit Aurora and Montegrappa:
Aurora: https://youtu.be/u1Pema2UeeA
Montegrappa: https://youtu.be/yYQuhUN_M0s

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
PuniLabo Pen Cases: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/punilabo-stand-up-pen-cases?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y
Visconti Watermark Fountain Pen - Gilded Rose: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/visconti-watermark-fountain-pen-gilded-rose-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y
Platinum #3776 Century - 10th Anniversary: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/platinum-3776-century-fountain-pen-10th-anniversary-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y
Sailor Manyo Pen & Ink sets: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-manyo-fountain-pen-sets?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y
Robert Oster Inks: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/robert-oster?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y
TWSBI 580: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-580-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y
TWSBI Eco:https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-eco-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y
Kaweco AL-Sport: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/kaweco-al-sport-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=amgxWe0Vw9Y

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00
0:02:00 Feedback
0:16:29 New Stuff
0:24:27 How can I make my notebooks last a lifetime?
0:43:23 Would you ever travel internationally for a pen experience?
0:49:42 Do you still use some of the first pens you bought?
0:59:55 What are your favorite Robert Oster Inks?
1:08:50 What is the difference between the TWSBI 580 and the Eco?
1:13:25 Hypothetical
1:23:00 Pen Spotlight
1:34:58 What's Happening?

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/
Sign up for Emails: http://shop.gouletpens.com/newsletter
Blog: https://blog.gouletpens.com/

Episode 55: Our Favorite Stub Nibs and the Infamous Dragon Pen Jul 25, 2022

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Small, but heavy pens? Great pens that DON'T screw shut? Let's talk about that, PLUS the crazy Jinhao Dragon pen and list off some favorite stub nibs! Brian and Drew also jump into a really great hypothetical about pens and ink that we'd love your thoughts on!

Shop at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/
Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/GP-YTsubscribe

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Pilot Custom 912: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-custom-912-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Retro 51 Tornado Rollerball Pen - First Ride (Limited Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/retro-51-tornado-rollerball-pen-first-ride-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Field Notes Notebooks - Great Lakes (Summer 2022): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/field-notes-notebooks-great-lakes-summer-2022
LAMY joy: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-joy-calligraphy-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Sailor Compass HighAce Neo Calligraphy Fountain Pen: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-compass-highace-neo-calligraphy-fountain-pen?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Pilot Parallel Fountain Pen - Blue, 6.0mm: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-parallel-fountain-pen-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Pilot Vanishing Point LS: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-ls-fountain-pen-black-rhodium?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Pilot Sterling Fountain Pen - Silvern: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-sterling-fountain-pen-silvern-koushi?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Visconti Medici il Magnifico: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/visconti-medici-il-magnifico-fountain-pen-green-marble-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
S.T. Dupont Line D : https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/st-dupont-line-d-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
S.T. Dupont Space Odyssey: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/st-dupont-space-odyssey?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Sailor Compass HighAce Neo: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-compass-highace-neo-calligraphy-fountain-pen?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Pilot Parallel: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-parallel-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg
Jinhao 999 Dragon: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/jinhao-999-dragon-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Bib7e1Fv6jg

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:16 Show Start
0:01:18 Feedback
0:12:26 New Stuff
0:19:52 What are some fountain pens that AREN'T screw caps?
0:32:10 How can you explain to non-FP users why broad nibs are generally smoother?
0:40:37 What's your favorite stub nib size and brand?
0:55:50 What are some pens that are heavy, but not too large?
1:11:58 Are your children interested in fountain pens?
1:19:57 Hypothetical
1:28:34 Pen Spotlight
1:36:17 What's Happening?
1:57:46 Comp-nay Updates
1:59:10 Wrap Up

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/
Sign up for Emails: http://shop.gouletpens.com/newsletter
Blog: https://blog.gouletpens.com/

Episode 54: The 580 Iris, Avenger Pens, and Our Best Selling Inks Jul 18, 2022

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What are our best selling ink colors in every brand? Which fountain pens would the Avengers use? Join Brian and Drew as they chat about these and MORE questions while getting hands-on with the NEW TWSBI 580 Iris!

Shop at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/
Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/GP-YTsubscribe

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Our best-selling ink for each ink brand: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/best-selling-bottles?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
Platinum Preppy Wa: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/platinum-preppy-fountain-pens/products/platinum-preppy-wa-fountain-pen-yagasuri-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
BENU Talismans: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/benu-talisman-fountain-pens?sort=extra-sort1-descending?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
TWSBI 580 Iris: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-580-fountain-pens/products/twsbi-diamond-580-fountain-pen-iris?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
New Sailor Manyo Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-ink?pf_t_ink_collection=Ink+Collection%3ASailor+Manyo&sort=extra-sort1-descending?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
Pelikan M1000 Black: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pelikan-m1000-fountain-pens/products/pelikan-m1000-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
Namiki Maki-e pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/namiki?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
Edison Collier Azure Skies: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/edison-collier-fountain-pen-azure-skies?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-2000-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
Jinhao 999 Dragon: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/jinhao-999-dragon-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
Pilot Vanishing Point LS: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-ls-fountain-pen-black-matte?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
Monteverde Regatta: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/monteverde-regatta-sport-fountain-pen-carbon-fiber?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4
S.T. Dupont Line D - Firehead Guilloche Amber: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/st-dupont-line-d-large-fountain-pen-firehead-guilloche-amber?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ath0uXVUdy4

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:01:19 Feedback
0:08:38 New Stuff
0:17:46 Why isn't the LAMY Imporium popular?
0:23:40 What is the most popular ink of each brand?
0:36:11 Why are Maki-e pens priced so differently?
0:47:04 Which fountain pens would The Avengers use?
0:56:02 Brian, what is it like worthing with your spouse?
1:15:33 Hypothetical
1:24:46 Pen Spotlight - TWSBI 580 Iris
1:30:32 What's Happening?
1:58:42 Comp-nay Updates

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/
Sign up for Emails: http://shop.gouletpens.com/newsletter
Blog: https://blog.gouletpens.com/

Episode 53: Neurodivergence & Fountain Pens + Ninja Caps & Realo! Jul 11, 2022

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This week, Brian and Drew spotlight the Sailor Realo while taking some time to troubleshoot a Platinum 3776, discuss the common use of plastic in fountain pens, and a bunch more!

Shop at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/
Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/GP-YTsubscribe

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
New Sailor Manyo Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-ink?sort=extra-sort1-descending?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Diplomat Elox in Purple: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diplomat-elox-fountain-pen-ring-black-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Sailor Storm Over the Ocean: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-storm-over-the-ocean?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Pilot Vanishing Point Red Coral: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-fountain-pen-red-coral-2022-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
New Esterbrook JR Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/esterbrook-jr-pocket-pens?sort=extra-sort1-descending?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Pelikan Edelstein Apatite Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pelikan-edelstein-apatite-50ml-bottled-ink-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Pilot Metal Falcon: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-metal-falcon-fountain-pen-sapphire?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Pilot Vanishing Point: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-fountain-pen-black-matte?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Pilot Metropolitan: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-metropolitan-fountain-pen-silver-plain?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Goulet Brass Sheets: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/goulet-brass-sheets?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Pilot E95s: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-e95s-fountain-pen-burgundy-ivory?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Traveler's Brass Pen: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/travelers-company-brass-fountain-pen?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-2000-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Pilot Sterling - Silvern: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-sterling-fountain-pen-silvern-koushi?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE
Sailor Realo: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-pro-gear-realo-fountain-pen-black-gold?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=EFujrfdqnXE

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:08:56 New Stuff
0:24:11 Why are so many pens made of plastic?
0:34:25 How can I improve ink flow on my Platinum 3776?
0:43:26 Is there a correlation between this hobby and neurodivergency?
0:55:21 Which snap cap pens are the most quiet?
1:07:01 What was the most important moment in the GPC timeline?
1:22:44 Tip of the Week
1:32:48 Pen Spotlight
1:40:45 What's Happening?

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany
Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/
Sign up for Emails: http://shop.gouletpens.com/newsletter
Blog: https://blog.gouletpens.com/

Episode 52: A Fun Hack for Ink Samples and Drew's Arbitrary Rules Jul 04, 2022

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Are pink inks cool? How do we even CHOOSE with over 800 colors? Do we prefer cake or pie? All that PLUS a radical pen-filling hack that allows you to turn an ink sample vial into an inverted pen-filler!

Shop at our store! www.gouletpens.com
Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/GP-YTsubscribe

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Retro 51 Tornado Rollerball Pen - Smithsonian Panda: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/retro-51-tornado-rollerball-pen-smithsonian-panda?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=yAHWDJcJtDw
Retro 51 Tornado Pencil - Fire & Dice (Special Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/retro-51-tornado-pencil-fire-dice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=yAHWDJcJtDw
Montegrappa Pen of the Year Fountain Pen - The Batman (Limited Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/montegrappa-pen-of-the-year-fountain-pen-the-batman-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=yAHWDJcJtDw
Rohrer & Klingner Deep Pine Forest - 50ml Bottled Ink (Special Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/rohrer-klingner-deep-pine-forest-50ml-bottled-ink-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=yAHWDJcJtDw
Pink Fountain Pen Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pink-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=yAHWDJcJtDw
Maki-e, Raden, Urushi Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/maki-e-raden-and-urushi-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=yAHWDJcJtDw
Lightweight pens with large grips: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/all-fountain-pens?pf_rs4_grip_diameter_mm=11.00%3A14.00&pf_rs5_overall_weight_g=22.00%3A27.00?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=yAHWDJcJtDw

Brandon's Ink Sample Hack: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DHX95HN2pRc
Wider Grommets: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-2-Pack-0-625-in-Rubber-Grommet/3013197
Narrow Grommets: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Hillman-2-Pack-0-625-in-Rubber-Grommet/3013196

Info from the feedback section:
O-Rings for plugging cartridges: Capri tools 419 metric and 407 SAE, BUNA-N 715 (Nitrile 70 Shore) 3.5mm R16,17,18 Capri Tools (for Lamy Safari/Vista) and 3/32 inches R13 and R15 (for International size)

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:03:06 Feedback
0:08:17 New Stuff
0:15:51 Q&A
0:16:03 What are your opinions on pink ink?
0:29:17 Tell us about different barrel materials!
0:40:00 Best pens for writing a lot?
0:58:55 How do you choose between so many inks?
1:09:22 Cake or pie?
1:17:53 Tip of the Week
1:21:59 What's Happening?
1:55:35 Comp-nay Updates

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
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Episode 51: All Q&A - Just Questions and Curiosities Today! Jun 27, 2022

Show notes

This week it's 100% Q&A with Brian and Drew! Plus, a lightning round featuring some random curiosities.

Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/GP-YTsubscribe

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
LAMY aion: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-aion-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=RLScJ3rbMXM
LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-2000-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=RLScJ3rbMXM
Sailor 1911 King of Pen: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-1911-king-of-pens-fountain-pen-wicked-witch-of-the-west?variant=39838160289835?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=RLScJ3rbMXM
Pilot Vanishing Point: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-ls-fountain-pen-black-matte?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=RLScJ3rbMXM
Pilot E95S: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-e95s-fountain-pen-burgundy-ivory?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=RLScJ3rbMXM
Pilot Custom 74: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-custom-74-fountain-pen-teal?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=RLScJ3rbMXM

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Announcement about episode 51
0:04:55 Can you overpolish a nib by writing with it?
0:17:03 What is a pen or ink that didn't live up to the hype?
0:35:10 What is your favorite broad nib fountain pen?
0:41:39 What is the best entry level gold nib pen?
0:48:42 Will a bottle of ink be ok if left alone for two years?
0:54:41 Lighting Round!

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
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Episode 50: Italian Pens' QC, Heat Setting, Brian Uses Hot Glue Jun 20, 2022

Show notes

Brian and Drew cover the complicated question of Quality Control in Italian fountain pens, and Brian attempts to use a hot glue gun to re-seal an ink cartridge! Plus, the Pen Spotlight is on the Monteverde Ritma and bulbous globules are discussed.

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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Platinum #3776 Shape of Heart:https://www.gouletpens.com/products/platinum-3776-century-fountain-pen-shape-of-heart-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Sailor Wabi-Sabi: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-1911-king-of-pens-wabi-sabi-fountain-pen-red-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Iroshizuku Hotaru-bi:https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-iroshizuku-hotaru-bi-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Iroshizuku Sui-gyoku:https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-iroshizuku-sui-gyoku-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Iroshizuku Hana-ikada:https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-iroshizuku-hana-ikada-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Montegrappa Elmo 02 - Marshmallow:https://www.gouletpens.com/products/montegrappa-elmo-02-fountain-pen-marshmallow?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Monteverde Super Mega Carbon Fiber:https://www.gouletpens.com/products/monteverde-super-mega-carbon-fiber-fountain-pen-gunmetal?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Visconti Pens:https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
BENU Pens:https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/benu?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI
Monteverde Ritma: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/monteverde-ritma-fountain-pen-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=PlAV-j3M2rI

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 Intro
0:00:37 Show Start
0:16:00 New Stuff
0:25:39 Q&A
0:26:04 Will Goulet Pens ever sell the Pilot 742 or 743?
0:36:41 How common are Visconti QC Issues?
0:49:45 Any updates on BENU?
0:55:36 When, why, and how to you heat-set a feed?
1:05:18 Why don't most companies make stacked nibs?
1:09:56 Tip of the Week
1:30:37 Pen Spotlight
1:37:03 What's Happening?
1:58:27 Comp-nay Updates
2:06:39 Wrap Up

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
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Episode 49: Resurrecting Discontinued Pens, Benefits of Gold Nibs Jun 13, 2022

Show notes

Which pens should come back from the dead? Brian & Drew share their picks while also covering some questions about gold nibs and debating the merits of the Platinum Prefounte.

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Sailor nibs video:https://youtu.be/CcB1sJMZSKs

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Sailor bespoke KOP Color Urushi: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-bespoke/products/sailor-1911-king-of-pens-color-urushi-ebonite-fountain-pen-lilac?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=6X_APrlI7s8
Pilot E95S: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-e95s-fountain-pen-burgundy-ivory?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=6X_APrlI7s8
Diplomat Magnum: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diplomat-magnum-fountain-pen-prismatic-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=6X_APrlI7s8
Platinum Desk Pen: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/platinum-desk-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=6X_APrlI7s8
Platinum Preppy: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/platinum-preppy-fountain-pen-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=6X_APrlI7s8
Platinum Prefounte: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/platinum-prefounte-fountain-pen-dark-emerald?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=6X_APrlI7s8

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:56 Show Start
0:02:03 Feedback
0:12:26 New Stuff
0:19:20 Q&A
0:19:28 If you could bring back any discontinued pen...
0:33:02 Where is the gold in a gold nib?
0:41:45 If I write in print, would I benefit from a gold nib?
0:51:25 Would current FP designs perform in the same way in space?
0:59:10 Great EF pens under $80 other than the Kakuno?
1:05:55 Tip of the Week
1:13:39 Pen Spotlight
1:24:52 What's Happening?
1:47:17 Comp-nay Updates
1:49:55 Wrap Up

ABOUT GOULET PENS:
Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com.

FOLLOW US:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/gouletpens
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Sign up for Emails: http://shop.gouletpens.com/newsletter
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