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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.

Copyright: © 2024 The Goulet Pen Company LLC

Latest Episodes:

Episode 48: A Visit from heymatthew and an Exclusive LAMY Pen! Jun 06, 2022

Show notes

Heymatthew stops by to help Brian and Drew answer a question this week, and Brian reveals a new pen that he is super jazzed about! Plus, discussions about an indestructible nib and weatherproof pens!

Sorry about Brian's audio! We had some technical difficulties with the good mic, so we had to use the less-good camera mic

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Edison Pen Co. Collier Grande: https://edisonpen.com/index.cfm/2022/05/25/the-collier-grande-with-a-8-nib/

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
LAMY Vista Black: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-vista-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=HyHt14m2wlI
TWSBI Eco Transparent Yellow: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-eco-fountain-pen-transparent-yellow-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=HyHt14m2wlI
Visconti Homo Sapiens Arizona Sunset: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/visconti-homo-sapiens-fountain-pen-arizona-sunset-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=HyHt14m2wlI
Rickshaw Fire & Dice Coozy: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/retro-51-x-rickshaw-bagworks-2-pen-coozy-fire-dice?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=HyHt14m2wlI
Sailor Pro Gear Fountain Pen - Knight to E4: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/new-arrivals/products/sailor-pro-gear-fountain-pen-knight-to-e4-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=HyHt14m2wlI
Kaweco Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/kaweco?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=HyHt14m2wlI
LAMY safari pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/lamy-safari-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=HyHt14m2wlI

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:20 Show Start
0:03:15 Feedback
0:12:28 New Stuff
0:20:20 Q&A
0:20:27 What are the benefits of very large nibs?
0:29:05 Do you see any overlap between watch people and pen people?
0:40:35 Could there be an indestructible nib made?
0:46:52 Is it better to spend $300 on multiple pens, or just one pen?
0:56:42 What are the most weatherproof fountain pens?
1:07:16 Tip of the Week
1:14:48 Pen Spotlight
1:27:55 What's Happening?
2:05:56 Compnay 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 47: YSTUDIO, Brass Herpetology & Industry Prognostication May 30, 2022

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The YSTUDIO Classic gets a spotlight! Brian gets pressed on his indecisiveness while "creating" his own ink and Drew gets confused by herpetology. Also covered are Vac Filler fixes, famous fountain pen users, a Noodler's update, and more!

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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Nib Chameleon Sticker: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/goulet-sticker-nib-chameleon?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=g0qS_aVXHz0
Edison Collier Azure Skies: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/edison-collier-fountain-pen-azure-skies?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=g0qS_aVXHz0
Pineider Arman Black Aluminum: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pineider-homage-to-arman-fountain-pen-black-aluminum-limited-edition
Esterbrook Sea Turtle Pen Holder: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/esterbrook-patience-tortoise-pen-holder?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=g0qS_aVXHz0
YSTUDIO Classic Revolve: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/ystudio-classic-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=g0qS_aVXHz0

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:01:33 Feedback
0:11:32 New Stuff!
0:21:34 Q&A
0:21:53 If you were to design an ink, what would it be?
0:34:31 How to fix Vac Fillers that stop writing?
0:45:20 Best pens with replacement nibs?
0:57:07 Who are some famous fountain pen users?
1:04:31 What do you think is the future of fountain pens?
1:18:18 Tip of the Week
1:24:56 Pen Spotlight
1:35:11 What's Happening?
2:08:01 Comp-nay Updates
2:08:41 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 46: Demonstrator Royalty and Utilitarian Ink Windows May 26, 2022

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Which pen is the King of the demonstrators? Are some ink windows useless? What the heck was the Goulet "Ink Drop"? All of these questions get discussed far more than they need to be on this week's episode!

Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Petals & Pastels Retro 51 Rollerball: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/retro-51-tornado-rollerball-pen-petals-pastels-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Esterbrook Estie Oversized Fountain Pen - Cosmic Wine: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/esterbrook-estie-sparkle-oversized-fountain-pen-cosmic-wine-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Endless Works Recorder A5 Notebook (Regalia Paper): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/endless-works-recorder-a5-notebook-infinite-space-dot-grid-regalia-paper?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Taccia Miyabi Earth Aka-Tamenuri: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/taccia-miyabi-fountain-pens/products/taccia-miyabi-earth-aka-tamenure-fountain-pen-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Taccia Miyabi Fujiyama: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/taccia-miyabi-fountain-pens/products/taccia-miyabi-fujiyama-fountain-pen-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Taccia Miyabi Empress Fujiyama: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/taccia-miyabi-fountain-pens/products/taccia-miyabi-empress-fujiyama-fountain-pen-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Taccia Miyabi Amber Crystal: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/taccia-miyabi-fountain-pens/products/taccia-miyabi-amber-crystal-fountain-pen-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-2000-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Sailor Realo: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-pro-gear-realo-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Visconti Homo Sapiens Crystal Dream: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti-homo-sapiens-fountain-pens/products/visconti-homo-sapiens-crystal-dream-fountain-pen?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Visconti Homo Sapiens Demo Stones:https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti-homo-sapiens-fountain-pens/products/visconti-homo-sapiens-demo-stones-fountain-pen-amethyst?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
LAMY AL-Star: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/lamy-al-star-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
TWSBI Diamond 580: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-580-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
TWSBI Eco: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-eco-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
OPUS 88 Fountain Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/opus-88?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Platinum Preppy: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/platinum-preppy-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E
Sailor 1911L - Transparent Clear/Gold: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-1911l-fountain-pens/products/sailor-1911l-fountain-pen-transparent-clear-gold?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=Wo84WidMs0E

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:02:34 Feedback
0:11:01 New Stuff
0:25:13 Q&A
0:25:24 What do you think about ink windows?
0:40:19 Do certain pens or inks promote greater creativity/productivity ?
0:54:34 How rare is it to get a bad bottle of ink?
1:02:05 What is the King of demonstrators?
1:13:02 What worked and didn't work about the Ink Drop subscription?
1:22:18 Tip of the Week
1:26:00 What's Happening?
1:54:37 Comp-nay Updates
1:58:26 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 45: The Kaweco Liliput and Pen Problem Solving May 09, 2022

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Brian and Drew are back this week to talk about the sights and smells of the Kaweco Liliput! Also on the agenda today are some topics about underrated accessories and a great hypothetical about solving fountain pens' biggest problems!

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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Visconti Medici il Magnifico - Verzino Green: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/visconti-medici-il-magnifico-fountain-pen-green-marble-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Brian's Ink Sample Set: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/ink-sample-sets-by-theme/products/goulet-staff-picks-brian-ink-sample-set?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Pilot/Namiki Ink Cartridges: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-ink/products/pilot-namiki-pink-ink-cartridges?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
MonteverdeTool Pen - Rainbow: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/monteverde-tool-fountain-pens/products/monteverde-tool-fountain-pen-rainbow?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Diplomat Elox - Blue: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/diplomat-elox-fountain-pens/products/diplomat-elox-fountain-pen-ring-black-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Kaweco Liliput: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/kaweco-liliput-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Robert Oster Caffe Crema: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/robert-oster/products/robert-oster-caffe-crema-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Robert Oster Citrus: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/robert-oster/products/robert-oster-citrus-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Robert Oster Violet Clouds: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/robert-oster/products/robert-oster-violet-clouds-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Herbin Sealing Wax: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/herbin-sealing-wax?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE
Herbin Glass Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/herbin-writing-instruments?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8crqHp2B1vE

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00
0:11:10 New Stuff
0:22:52 Q&A
0:23:03 Do metal pens leave a smell on your hands?
0:29:47 What's your favorite underrated product?
0:40:49 Do you do your own product photography?
0:50:47 How should I branch out from blue & black ink?
1:02:33 Which pen problem do you wish you could solve?
1:11:17 Tip of the Week
1:14:29 Pen Spotlight
1:23:04 What's Happening?
1:50:18 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 44: Canned Air Pen Cleaning and the Diplomat Elox! May 02, 2022

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Brian and Drew cover custom pens, tine repair, the Diplomat Elox and desk onions! Brian also shares one of his favorite pen cleaning tricks!

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

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Goulet Notebooks: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/goulet-notebooks?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-1d5x8nk2lU
Diplomat Elox:https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/diplomat-elox-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-1d5x8nk2lU

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:01:36 Feedback
0:08:35 New Stuff
0:10:11 Q&A
0:10:24 Any suggestions for custom made pens?
0:20:35 Have you ever written off a pen as bad, only to realize it was a paper/ink issue?
0:30:58 If the tines are spread apart too far, is there any way to "fix" them?
0:47:45 Are pens supposed to come with converters?
0:55:28 What's the deal with Brian and Urushi lacquer?
1:03:46 Tip of the Week
1:10:46 Pen Spotlight
1:22:00 What's Happening?
1:51:17 Comp-nay Updates
1:56:19 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 43: Drew Visits Our Warehouse & MSRP Discounting! Apr 25, 2022

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Drew goes out into the field to report on a Q&A question, and Brian pulls back the curtain on MSRP discounting (is it even really a discount?) while also covering the often overlooked LAMY CP1 and other fun topics!

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

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
TWSBI Diamond 580 - White RoseGold II: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-diamond-580-fountain-pen-white-rosegold-ii?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=fgdITIVRUKo
Maiora Alpha: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/maiora-alpha-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=fgdITIVRUKo
Goulet Notebooks: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/goulet-notebooks?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=fgdITIVRUKo
Sailor Yurameku Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-yurameku?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=fgdITIVRUKo
LAMY CP1: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-cp1-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=fgdITIVRUKo

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Intro
0:02:00 Feedback
0:17:35 New Stuff
0:27:37 Q&A
0:27:46 Has anyone tried making mix and match parts to a pen?
0:38:09 What happens when I place an order with Goulet Pens?
0:52:31 If all stores is selling at this "discounted MSRP" price, is it really a discount?
1:06:08 Is it safe to use Japanese inks with bladder-fill converters?
1:15:38 How do you see the pandemic changing the fountain pen landscape over the last years?
1:27:30 Tip of the Week
1:30:43 Pen Spotlight - LAMY CP1
1:40:24 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 42: The Pencast Gets a New Home! Apr 18, 2022

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Brian and Drew have returned to the office! In this episode they cover Pelikan pen naming conventions and answer 5 questions from our pen friends! Plus, Drew shares some pictures of his new Corgi puppy!

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

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Sailor Pro Gear Fountain Pen - Northern Lights Purple: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-northern-lights/products/sailor-pro-gear-fountain-pen-northern-lights-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hcMfVpBrlYg
Sailor Pro Gear Slim Fountain Pen - Northern Lights Purple: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-northern-lights/products/sailor-pro-gear-slim-fountain-pen-northern-lights-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hcMfVpBrlYg
Jinhao Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/jinhao?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hcMfVpBrlYg
The Bullet Journal Method: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/the-bullet-journal-method-book?variant=14405861408811?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hcMfVpBrlYg
LAMY Z28 Converter: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-z28-cartridge-converter?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hcMfVpBrlYg
Pelikan Pens:https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pelikan?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=hcMfVpBrlYg

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Introduction
0:02:17 Feedback
0:08:05 New Stuff
0:16:01 Q&A
0:16:15 Brian - if you could go back in time...?
0:24:38 f you gave a TedTalk, what would you talk about?
0:30:17 Will metal ink agitators in converters react to ink?
0:34:08 Is there anything I can do to fix my Jinhao feeds?
0:40:35 Do you see an overlap with writing and ADHD?
0:47:19 Tip of the Week
1:02:23 Pen Spotlight
1:12:37 What's Happening?
1:30:46 Comp-nay Updates
1:32:54 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 41: Forgetting the Justus 95, Pointless Yellow Ink Apr 11, 2022

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Ferris Wheel Press, LED light-up fountain pens, scratch vs feedback and making vendors mad! It's been a whole year of Goulet Pencasts! Brian and Drew celebrate by just doing their thing.

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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Sailor Pro Gear Slim Fountain Pen - Northern Lights Purple: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-pro-gear-slim-fountain-pens/products/sailor-pro-gear-slim-fountain-pen-northern-lights-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Sailor Pro Gear Fountain Pen - Northern Lights Purple: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-pro-gear-fountain-pens/products/sailor-pro-gear-fountain-pen-northern-lights-purple?variant=39969403994155?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Sailor Pro Gear Fountain Pen - Stellar Black Hole (Limited Production): https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-pro-gear-fountain-pens/products/sailor-pro-gear-fountain-pen-stellar-black-hole-limited-production?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Ferris Wheel Press Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/ferris-wheel-press?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Visconti Opera Master Fountain Pen - Antarctica (Limited Edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti-opera-master-fountain-pens/products/visconti-opera-master-fountain-pen-antarctica-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Diamine Sunshine Yellow: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diamine-sunshine-yellow-30ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Diamine Golden Sands: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diamine-golden-sands-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Pelikan Edelstein Golden Beryl: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pelikan-edelstein-golden-beryl-50ml-bottled-ink-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Sailor Ink Studio 770: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-ink-studio-770-20ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Herbin Ambre de Birmanie: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/herbin-ambre-de-birmanie-30ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Rohrer & Klingner Helianthus: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/rohrer-klingner-helianthus-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg
Pilot Justus 95: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-justus-95-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=wkrZLMGeMJg

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:38 Show start
0:04:51 Feedback
0:11:54 New Stuff
0:22:16 Q&A
0:22:34 Why are there no light-up fountain pens?
0:29:04 Are there times when you think fountain pens are not the best choice?
0:39:00 Have you done a segment on the best yellow inks?
0:48:20 Why are some nibs scratchier than others?
0:58:00 Have you ever received criticism for a negative pen review?
1:11:28 Tip of the Week
1:16:40 Pen Spotlight
1:24:17 What's Happening?
1:54:30 Compnay 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.

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Episode 40: Consistently Inconsistent Pen Parts Apr 04, 2022

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Brian and Drew picked some tough questions this week! This episode is all about compatibility, manufacturing consistency and the lack thereof within the world of fountain pens! Plus, put the Sailor Pro Gear Mini into the Pen Spotlight!

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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Sailor Soda Pop Blue Pro Gear: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-pro-gear-fountain-pen-soda-pop-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Sailor Soda Pop Blue Pro Gear Slim: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-pro-gear-slim-fountain-pen-soda-pop-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Pineider Avatar Matte Military Green: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pineider-avatar-ur-fountain-pen-matte-military-green?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Pineider Avatar Matte Lapis Blue: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pineider-avatar-ur-fountain-pen-matte-lapis-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Tibaldi Bononia Seilan Purple: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/tibaldi-bononia-fountain-pen-seilan-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Midori Paper: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/midori?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Lamy nibs: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/lamy-nibs?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Goulet nibs: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/goulet-nibs?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Pelikan Edelstein Cartridges: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pelikan-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA
Sailor Pro Gear Mini: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-pro-gear-slim-mini-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=XKZ_L4x46QA

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:36 Show Start
0:03:03 Feedback
0:13:17 New Stuff
0:22:36 How is the pen industry susceptible to trends?
0:33:10 How can a nibs made by the same company perform so differently?
0:42:06 Why are Lamy steel nibs so inconsistent?
0:52:28 Why are so few manufacturers making long cartridges?
1:05:11 If you had to narrow down your collection to a single pen...
1:26:42 Tip of the Week
1:30:09 Pen Spotlight
1:40:01 What's Happening?
1:57:33 Comp-nay Updates
1:59:21 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.

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Episode 39: A Comparatively Quick All-Q&A Adventure! Mar 28, 2022

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Brian and Drew are back to answer your fountain pen questions in this special ALL Q&A episode! Complete with a 6-question lightning round, there are a bunch of really great questions that have some surprisingly complicated answers!

Goulet Pencast Stickers: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/goulet-stickers

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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Pilot Varsity: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-varsity-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=L5SRu97Rch8
Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-Peki: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-ink/products/pilot-iroshizuku-kon-peki-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=L5SRu97Rch8
S.T. Dupont Fountain Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/st-dupont?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=L5SRu97Rch8
LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/lamy-2000-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=L5SRu97Rch8
TWSBI Eco: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-eco-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=L5SRu97Rch8
Jinhao 999 Dragon: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/jinhao-999-dragon-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=L5SRu97Rch8
Magnifying Loupe: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pen-tuning-supplies/products/carton-10x-loupe?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=L5SRu97Rch8

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00 Introduction
03:52 Q&A
04:00 Why don't more expensive pens use wick feeds?
12:52 How to identify lubricated inks?
22:19 I'd like to write more, but I need suggestions!
29:30 Do you have any suggestions for my first custom nib?
37:07 Why are the ingredients of ink such a big secret?
44:12 Lighting Round
44:39 What are the best high-end snap-caps?
45:05 What are the best pens for work?
46:00 How can you tell when a nib is damaged?
46:47 How often do nibs need to be replaced?
48:26 Are you able to ship to Europe again?
50:34 A pen or ink that is overrated?
54:46 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/

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