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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 68: How to Clean Your LAMY Safari and How to Use Inkwells Nov 04, 2022

Show notes

Drew breaks Brian's Brain with nerd stuff. Plus, fountain pens that still made them both go "Wow" even after all this time!

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:
Conklin Nozac 125th Anniversary: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/conklin-125th-anniversary-nozac-classic-fountain-pen-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
Pelikan 40 Years of Souveran M800: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pelikan-40-years-of-souveran-fountain-pen-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
Endless Creative Block: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/endless-creative-block-tear-off-notepad?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
Diplomat Nexus: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diplomat-nexus-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
Inkwells: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/inkwells?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
Namiki Emperor Elephant: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/namiki-emperor-maki-e-fountain-pen-elephant?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
Kaweco Al-Sport Iguana Blue: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/kaweco-al-sport-fountain-pen-iguana-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
TWSBI 580 Iris: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-diamond-580-fountain-pen-iris?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs
Pilot E95s: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-e95s-fountain-pen-burgundy-ivory?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=ruHMlUdnxbs

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 67: Is Brian Capable of Choosing His Top 3 Blue Inks? Oct 28, 2022

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Brian attempts to nail down his favorite blues and reiterates his opinions on yellow jackets. Brian and Drew also spotlight the new ink sample vial holder, which has been in the works for over a year!

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:
Santa Jaws Retro51 Rollerball

Sailor Christmas Spice KOP
Sailor Christmas Spice PG
Sailor Christmas Pudding PGS

Robert Oster Blue Water Ice

Noodler's Liberty's Elysium

Noodler's Blue
Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-Peki

Noodler's Navy

Diamine Blue Velvet

Monteverde Horizon Blue

Diamine Majestic Blue

Robert Oster Thunderstorm

Pilot Custom 912

Pilot Custom 845

Pilot Custom 74

Pilot Custom Urushi

Goulet Ink Sample Vial Holder

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/

Links:

Episode 66: Unboxing a Pen Worth More Than Our Cars and 10 Questions! Oct 21, 2022

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What brand would we like to carry? Why won't Pilot release more colors? Are Yellow pens popular? Can you stop nib creep? Is the Drewlet Pen Company a thing now? ;)

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:
Taccia Miyabi Empress Fossils in the Sky - Sunset Peacock:
Namiki Emperor Maki-e - Elephant: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/namiki-emperor-maki-e-fountain-pen-elephant?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-6WBhWjxmVI
Pineider Arco - Violet: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pineider-arco-fountain-pen-stilo-violet-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-6WBhWjxmVI
De Atramentis Document Ink Moss Green: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/de-atramentis-document-ink-moss-green-45ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-6WBhWjxmVI
De Atramentis Purple Violet: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/de-atramentis-purple-violet-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-6WBhWjxmVI
TWSBI ECO - Glow Purple: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-eco-fountain-pen-glow-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-6WBhWjxmVI?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=-6WBhWjxmVI

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:15:02 New Stuff
0:19:16 Q&A
0:20:20 Why does Pilot so rarely introduce more pen colors?
0:23:21 Why are there not more yellow pens?
0:25:52 What is the difference between cartridge and converter?
0:28:35 What are some ways to solve nib creep?
0:32:43 If you could add a brand to GPC, what brand would it be?
0:38:43 What's the difference between a special edition and a limited edition?
0:43:23 Can your office's giant LAMY pen be uncapped?
0:44:49 What is Brian's favorite type of wood to work with?
0:51:41 Do you film these during normal business hours?
0:54:32 What is your favorite halloween candy?
1:03:09 Pen Spotlight
1:14:37 What's Happening?
1:52:59 Comp-nay Update

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 65: Why You Shouldn't Disassemble the Custom 823 - ALSO ECONOMICS! Oct 17, 2022

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Which fountain pen CLIPS do Brian and Drew enjoy the most? Is gold trim better than silver? These questions are covered, PLUS an overview of the new RICKSHAW SINCLAIR (with a special sneak peek) in this episode of the Goulet Pencast!

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:
Sailor Ringless Metallic 1911: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-1911l-ringless-metallic-fountain-pen-simply-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Diplomat Elox Matrix Green: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diplomat-elox-fountain-pen-matrix-green-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
New BENU Euphorias: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/benu-euphoria-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Retro 51 Spooky Silhouettes: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/retro-51-tornado-rollerball-pen-usps-spooky-silhouetttes-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Esterbrook Camden Oktoberfest: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/esterbrook-camden-fountain-pen-oktoberfest-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Pilot Custom 823: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-custom-823-fountain-pen-amber?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-2000-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Visconti Homo Sapiens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti-homo-sapiens-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Pineider Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pineider?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
LAMY safari: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/lamy-safari-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Pilot Falcon: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-falcon-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
TWSBI 580: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/twsbi-580-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Delta Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/delta?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Pilot Vanishing Point: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-vanishing-point-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY
Rickshaw Sinclair R: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/rickshaw-bagworks-sinclair-case-black-peacock?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=jRH3CdzAjeY

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:01:52 Feedback
0:10:02 New Stuff
0:18:49 How do retailer exclusives benefit the manufacturer?
0:29:38 How do you take apart and clean the Pilot 823 and LAMY 2000?
0:38:35 The Yen is down against the dollar - how will that impact prices?
0:57:32 What are your favorite and least favorite pen clips?
1:14:10 Is rhodium trim more popular than gold trim?
1:20:10 Survey results and discussion
1:29:30 Product Spotlight
1:39:23 What's Happening?
2:08:13 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 64: How Pens Changed Our Lives, Seasonal Ink, and Acrylic Oct 07, 2022

Show notes

Drew's currently inked pens, and deep-dive into acrylic pens and a discussion on how the fountain pen world has changed Brian and Drew's lives. Plus, Drew got a new Corgi and Brian went rowing!

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

Montegrappa Chaos Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p4XpwLHPlhw

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
LAMY AL-star & notebook gift set - glossy red (special edition): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-al-star-notebook-gift-set-glossy-red-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8-IHshPku2c
Visconti Rembrandt S: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/visconti-rembrandt-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8-IHshPku2c
Rickshaw Sinclair Model R: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/rickshaw-bagworks-pen-cases/products/rickshaw-bagworks-sinclair-case-black-peacock?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8-IHshPku2c
New BENU Euphoria Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/benu-euphoria-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8-IHshPku2c
Spooky Halloween - Ink Sample Set: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/ink-sample-sets-by-theme/products/spooky-halloween-ink-sample-set?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8-IHshPku2c
Fall Colors - Ink Sample Set: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/ink-sample-sets-by-theme/products/fall-colors-ink-sample-set?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=8-IHshPku2c

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:01:05 Feedback
0:06:27 New Stuff
0:17:11 How do you top off a vac-filler?
0:26:18 Choosing inks based off the season - yea or nay?
0:35:59 Favorite type of acrylic on a fountain pen?
1:00:44 We need a "currently inked" segment!
1:05:12 How did fountain pens change your life?
1:23:57 Reaction Video
1:31:21 Hypothetical
1:40:13 What's Happening?
2:02:46 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 63: An Urushi Deep Dive with a Pen Friend, and more! Oct 03, 2022

Show notes

Brian and Drew take apart TWSBI pistons, talk about diminishing returns on fountain pens, and discuss some lesser talked-about brands. Of course there are also super important topics like Mean Girls, mailboxes, Brian jumping off towers, and Drew getting too many Corgis.

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

Urushi artist mentioned by Andrew: https://linktr.ee/yukari_mochizuki1987

LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
TWSBI Eco in Cerulean: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-eco-fountain-pen-cerulean?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Colorverse Witch by Starlight:
Yafa Free Ink Deal: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/yafa-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Sailor 1911 Shikiori Minori: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-1911s-shikiori-5th-anniversary-fountain-pen-set-minori?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Jacques Herbin 1670 Violet Imperial:
Sailor Naginata Togi: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-1911l-naginata-togi-fountain-pen-black-gold?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Visconti Watermark: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/visconti-watermark-fountain-pen-gilded-rose-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Visconti Il Magnifico: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/visconti-medici-il-magnifico-fountain-pen-green-marble-limited-edition
S.T. Dupont Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/st-dupont?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Coloverse Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/colorverse?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Diplomat Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/diplomat?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
BENU pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/benu?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Namiki Urushi pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/namiki?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Taccia Urushi pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/taccia?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
Sailor Urushi pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-bespoke?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY
TWSBI 580ALR Prussian Blue: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-diamond-580alr-fountain-pen-prussian-blue-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=smzIS3br8vY

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:01:55 Feedback
0:10:37 New Stuff
0:18:06 Am I missing anything by not buyomg $300+ pens?
0:26:12 How about some brands that don't often get talked about?
0:39:02 Do all extra fine nibs scratch?
0:49:49 How about a deep dive on Urushi finishes?
1:07:06 Tip of the Week/Pen Spotlight
1:33:55 What's Happening?
2:12:24 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 62: Pilot VP Advice, The New LAMY Studio, and CY is Back! Sep 19, 2022

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Drew breaks down his old Vanishing Point, Brian discusses purching remorse, and CY returns to answer your questions! Plus, a discussion about "supercharging" a particular fountain pen brand.

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:
Edison Comet: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/edison-comet-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=d6zL-WVZ12M
Pilot Vanishing Point - Red Coral SE: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-fountain-pen-red-coral-2022-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=d6zL-WVZ12M
Sailor 1911 King of pen Ebonite: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/sailor-1911-king-of-pens/products/sailor-1911-king-of-pens-ebonite-fountain-pen-black-silver?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=d6zL-WVZ12M
LAMY studio dark brown: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-studio-fountain-pen-dark-brown-special-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=d6zL-WVZ12M
Ferris Wheel Press Blushing Mushroom: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-blushing-mushroom-20ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=d6zL-WVZ12M
Ferris Wheel Press Blue Beryl Tonic: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-blue-beryl-tonic-20ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=d6zL-WVZ12M
Ferris Wheel Press Spruce County Post: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-spruce-county-post-38ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=d6zL-WVZ12M

TIMESTAMPS:
00:00:00 Intro
0:02:03 Feedback
0:15:51 New Stuff
0:30:24 Buyer's remorse on an expensive pen
0:41:46:13 Does the GPC have a pen library?
0:49:00:09 Can you sort by country of origin on your store?
0:57:20:18 I'm having trouble cleaning and filling my Pilot VP!
1:06:24:10 CY answers some questions!
1:15:31:23 Hypothetical
1:23:23:07 Pen Spotlight
1:30:56:18 What's Happening?
2:01:01:14 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 61: Recapping the SF Pen Show and Our Favorite Ugly Pens! Sep 12, 2022

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Drew's Back from the San Francisco Pen Show, and he's got some things to share! Plus, the dudes talk about their choices for the best starter pen, and the best "ugly" pen!

Shop at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/
Listen to The Goulet Pencast here: https://gouletpencast.fireside.fm/
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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Monteverde Regatta: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/monteverde-regatta-sport-fountain-pen-orange?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Chromashading Ink Sample Set: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/chromashading-ink-sample-set?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Kaweco Original: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/kaweco-original-fountain-pen-black-chrome?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
TWSBI Swipe: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-swipe-fountain-pen-prussian-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Pilot Varsity: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-varsity-fountain-pen-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Pilot Parallel: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/pilot-gift-sets?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Jinhao 999 Dragon: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/jinhao-999-dragon-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Diplomat Magnum: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diplomat-magnum-fountain-pen-prismatic-purple?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
LAMY Safari: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/lamy-safari-fountain-pens?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-2000-fountain-pen-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Sailor HighAce Neo: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-compass-highace-neo-calligraphy-fountain-pen?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
TWSBI Go: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-go-fountain-pen-sapphire?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ
Benu Pens: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/benu?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=KK4xX0IHSuQ

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:01:31 Feedback
0:08:49 New Stuff
0:15:57 Are steel nibs more prone to hard starts?
0:22:58 What is the justification for ultra expensive pens?
0:42:41 Will this new stylus tech will impact the fountain pen hobby?
0:53:32 What fountain pen is a perfect gift for someone new?
0:59:02 Which ugly fountain pen should we take a chance on?
1:18:54 Drew's SF Recap!
1:35:30 What's Happening?
2:04:54 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 60: A Visit From Figboot and a Wild NEW Pen from Delta! Aug 29, 2022

Show notes

When is your fountain pen clean enough? Why are they even CALLED fountain pens? These abd more questions get answered, both by Brian and Drew as well as by Figboot himself, David Parker!

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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
Delta 39+1: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/delta-39-1-fountain-pen-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=FNOjopmFnpE
TWSBI Eco Glow Green: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-eco-fountain-pen-glow-green?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=FNOjopmFnpE
Esterbrook Estie Maui: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/esterbrook-estie-fountain-pen-maui?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=FNOjopmFnpE
Robert Oster Australis Rose: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/robert-oster-australis-rose-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=FNOjopmFnpE
Robert Oster Australis Hydra: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/robert-oster-australis-hydra-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=FNOjopmFnpE
Robert Oster Australis Tea: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/robert-oster-australis-tea-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=FNOjopmFnpE
Robert Oster Australis Oak: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/robert-oster-australis-oak-50ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=FNOjopmFnpE

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/275608-what-is-a-fountain-pen-in-languages/

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:02:25 Feedback
0:09:29 New Stuff
0:20:37 How clean is "clean enough"?
0:29:10 What does it mean when an ink is "well behaved"?
0:42:30 Where does the the term "FOUNTAIN pen" come from?
0:55:33 Can a scratchy nib become more smooth over time?
1:04:38 Figboot on Q&A
1:11:31 Hypothetical
1:20:48 Pen Spotlight
1:29:57 What's Happening?
1:54:32 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.

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Episode 59: DC Pen Show Recap with CY Aug 22, 2022

Show notes

Are fountain pen companies failing the consumers? Is the TWSBI Swipe better than the LAMY Safari? Brian and Drew talk about these topics and CY of @Tokyo Inklings joins Drew to talk about Pen Shows!

CY can also be found on Instagram @tokyostationpens
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LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED:
S.T. Dupont Line D - Gold Dust: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/s-t-dupont-line-d-large-fountain-pen-gold-dust?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
Pilot Vanishing Point SE: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/pilot-vanishing-point-se-fountain-pen-marble-black?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
Visconti Homo Sapiens Travel Edition Set: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/visconti-homo-sapiens-travel-edition-set?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
Kaweco AL Sport - Iguana Blue: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/kaweco-al-sport-fountain-pen-iguana-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
Kaweco Sport - Mellow Blue: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/kaweco-sport-fountain-pen-mellow-blue?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
Monteverde Invincia Deluxe - Abalone: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/monteverde-invincia-deluxe-fountain-pen-abalone-gunmetal-limited-edition?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
TWSBI ECO - GLOW Green: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-eco-fountain-pen-glow-green?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
LAMY rhodonite: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-rhodonite-30ml-bottled-ink?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
LAMY safari: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-safari-fountain-pen-red?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI
TWSBI SWIPE: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/twsbi-swipe-fountain-pen-smoke?utm_medium=social&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=2ZxkseV90cI

TIMESTAMPS:
0:00:00 Intro
0:00:30 Show Start
0:09:15 New Stuff
0:18:57 Q&A
0:24:46 Q2
0:32:36 Q3
0:52:32 Q4
1:04:15 Q5
1:44:15 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/
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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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