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The Pen Addict

The Pen Addict is a weekly fix for all things stationery. Pens, pencils, paper, ink – you name it, and Brad Dowdy and Myke Hurley are into it. Join as they geek out over the analog tools they love so dearly. Hosted by Brad Dowdy and Myke Hurley.

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266: Sometimes Funny, Most of the Time Nonsense Jul 19, 2017

Show notes

Do you love the Paper Mate Ballpoint pen? Well, now there are two of you! We have fun with a Wired article Brad was part of, talk about left-handed Field Notes, and fawn over the new Kanilea Pen Co. release.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password ‘penaddict’ for this week’s special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.

Links and Show Notes

Sapelo Production Sample is in! - The Pen Addict Kickstarter

After 93 years, Daly's Pen Shop will close its doors for good

Rants and Raves: In Praise of the Humble Stick Pen | WIRED

The Bic Stops Here: In Praise of the Humble Stick Pen | WIRED

Left-Handed | Field Notes

48: The Brad Finale 🎉 | Art Supply Posse

ArtSnacks - The #1 Monthly Art Supply Subscription Box. — LetteringSnacks

Haleakala Silhouette Fountain Pen - Kanilea Pen Co.

Visconti Divina Elegance: A Review — The Pen Addict

Aurora 88 Minerali Azurite Pen Review — The Pen Addict

That Time I Visited Field Notes | The London Parchment

Matt’s Personal Top 10 Pens for 2017

Pencil Sets | CW Pencil Enterprise

Quo Vadis Planners | Official U.S. Site

Review: Quo Vadis Habana — The Pen Addict

LP-5 Pen: Compact to carry full size to write by Robert Shirley — Kickstarter

Kaweco AL Sport (EF Nib) Review — The Pen Addict

Kaweco AL Sport Fountain Pens - Pen Chalet

Myke Ebooks (@myke_ebooks) | Twitter

265: I Know It All And I Can't Tell You Jul 12, 2017

Show notes

Brad has all the secrets this week and he can’t share. Not even with Myke!

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.
Harry's: Claim your free trial set!

Links and Show Notes

Art Supply Posse

Calligraphy Nut on Twitter: The Special Edition 2017 Pilot Vanishing Point "Crimson Sunrise"

Pilot 2017 Limited Edition Capless Fountain Pen - Crimson Sunrise | Pure Pens UK, The Online Pen Specialists and Pilot Shop

Pilot Vanishing Point - Twilight - JetPens.com

Calligraphy Nut on Twitter: Aurora 88 Minerali

Aurora 88 Minerali Azurite Limited Edition | Classic Fountain Pens

Aurora 88 Nebulosa Limited Edition | Classic Fountain Pens

Kanilea Pen Co. HYPE

Jaclyn Myers on Twitter: Staples stepping up their game

Uni-ball Signo Needle Gel Ink Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Life Noble Mini-Ring Notebook Review — The Pen Addict

Goulet Notebook with Tomoe River Paper A5 Dotgrid: A Review — The Pen Addict

Tomoe Paper Notebooks - The Goulet Pen Company

Aurora Duo Cart Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Aurora Duo Cart Fountain Pen Giveaway — The Pen Addict

Aurora Duo Cart | Fountain Pen Review

Pen Review: Caran D’Ache 849 Fountain Pen – The Well-Appointed Desk

Caran d'Ache 849 Fountain Pens - Pen Chalet

DC Pen Show Pay It Forward Table — The Penthusiast

Andy's Uni-ball Question

Zebra Sarasa Push Clip Gel Pen - 0.5 mm - Viridian Green - JetPens.com

Esterbrook Dip-Less Pens

Dudek Modern Goods

Sinclair - Zip Three Pen and Notebook Case — Nock Co.

Brasstown - Zip Roll Pen Case — Nock Co.

264: Redacted Jul 05, 2017

Show notes

We tackle a grab bag of topics in this week’s episode, including the new Write Pads Chesapeake Edition, the Namisu Ixion, Pelikan Hubs, and the weird things that stationary lovers do.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password ‘penaddict’ for this week’s special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.

Links and Show Notes

Chesapeake Bay - Summer 2017 - Limited Edition Pocket Notebooks (3-pac – Write Notepads & Co.

Fountain Pens – Namisu

Panobook Pen Tests

Montegrappa Game Of Thrones Targaryen Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Montegrappa - Limited Editions Pirates

Montegrappa Game of Thrones - The Goulet Pen Company

19 Things Stationery Addicts Do That No One Else Does - Buzzfeed

Visconti Pininfarina Limited Edition Fountain Pens - Pen Chalet

Pelikan Hubs 2017

Fountain Pen Companion

CW Pencils Note to Customers

CW Pencil Enterprise - Superior pencils from around the globe

Ink Different With These 7 Sensibly Priced Fountain Pens | WIRED

Pen Hacks – Pens and Planes!

Brad Dowdy - Stationery Wiki

Myke Hurley - Stationery Wiki

The Pen Addict - Stationery Wiki

Members — The Pen Addict

263: Optimus Prime in My Pocket Jun 28, 2017

Show notes

What is your expectation of a flex nib? We discuss that, plus the new Edison Pearlette, Uni-ball Signo Needle, Field Notes Campfire edition, and the Panobook from Studio Neat.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Harry's: Claim your free trial set!

Links and Show Notes

Brad's Vacation Setup

Brad's FC Flex Nib

The Pen Addict Franklin-Christoph Model 02 — The Pen Addict

Franklin-Christoph Fountain Pen Nibs

Myke's Apple Pencil Skin

Edison Pearlette Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Edison Pearlette Fountain Pen Giveaway — The Pen Addict

Uni-ball Signo Needle Gel Ink Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Campfire | Field Notes

Panobook: A Notebook for Your Desk by Dan Provost & Tom Gerhardt — Kickstarter

Thoroughly Considered #27: Panobook - Relay FM

Lamy - LAMY pico

The Erasable Podcast

The Erasable Podcast Facebook Group

Dixon Ticonderoga

LAMY aion

262: Why Do I Have a Hulk Fist? Jun 21, 2017

Show notes

It was a big pencil week at the Pen Addict household, with new Blackwing, Baron Fig, and CW Pencils loot landing in the mailbox. We also discuss Brad’s appearance in a Japanese stationery magazine, new flex nibs, and what our friends at Lamy are up to.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password ‘penaddict’ for this week’s special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.

Links and Show Notes

Brad's Magazine Feature

Shumibun Issue 42

Lamy 2000 Fountain Pens - The Goulet Pen Company

Stationery Wiki

Edison Pen Co – Edison Stock Flex Nibs!

Franklin-Christoph 14K Flex Nib - Franklin-Christoph Fine Writing

Blackwing 73 - The Tahoe Pencil

Prismatic • Baron Fig

The Pencil Box Quarterly Subscription | CW Pencil Enterprise

Brad's CW Pencil Box - Instagram

HØVEL- Straight to the point by Brahman Design — Kickstarter

Kickstarter Gold : Titanium Pen Type-B by cw&t — Kickstarter

Kickstarter Gold

Happy 2nd Birthday to The London Parchment | The London Parchment

Fashionable Friday: Sevens Years and Counting …Sheep! – The Well-Appointed Desk

murberdraws – one pen, ink, drawing and maybe a lipstick at a time

Carry.fm | Discover your carry

Anderson Pens Inkology Contestants

Anderson Pens Inkology Contest Bracket

Apple Pencil Wraps/Skins | Slickwraps

iPad Pro 12.9" Skins, Wraps & Covers (2016, Gen 1) » dbrand

AirPod Case Sticker — Relay FM

Pininfarina - Forever - Pininfarina Cambiano - Special Black Edition

Wing Sung 698 Vs Twsbi Eco - The Fountain Pen Network

261: Prolonged Writing Comfort Jun 14, 2017

Show notes

Brad and Myke are back from their travels and in front of the mic once again to discuss all things stationery. We recap the Raleigh Pen Show and discuss Brad’s recent Kickstarter activity, plus the sadness of the new Star Wars Lamy pens.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Harry's: Get $5 off any Harry’s Shave Set, including the Limited Edition Father’s Day Set.
Squarespace: Make your next move. Enter offer code INK at checkout to get 10% off your first purchase.

Links and Show Notes

Slickwraps

Retro 1951 Play Ball

Retro 1951 Popper "Play Ball" - Available Soon – Vanness

Retro 51 Tornado Popper Play Ball Rollerball Pen – Goldspot Pens

Franklin-Christoph 1901 Pencil Review — The Pen Addict

Franklin-Christoph Wood Art 1901 Pencils — the weekly pencil.

Tør Pen by Ketalon : Toughest, Smallest Tactical EDC Pen by Ketalon Gear — Kickstarter

The Clip Pen by Schon DSGN - Write With Distinction by Ian Schon — Kickstarter

Cracked Ice fountain pens by Mike Allen — Kickstarter

Foldio3 - Take bigger ideas by orange monkie — Kickstarter

Boundary Prima System: The Ultimate Modular Pack by Boundary — Kickstarter

Daily Bag – Minaal

Star Wars Lamy

Pirates of the Caribbean Lamy

Bleistift - Any old pencil won't do

Anderson Pens Inkology Contest

Anderson Pens (@andersonpens) • Instagram photos and videos

Handmade American Metal Pens – Schon DSGN

Pokka Pens

Pokka Pen EDK Review — The Pen Addict

Timber Twist Bullet Pencil – Metal Shop

Kaweco Liliput Fountain Pen EF Nib Review — The Pen Addict

849 Pens - Caran d'Ache

Review: Tombow AirPress Ballpoint Pen — The Pen Addict

Sinclair - Zip Three Pen and Notebook Case — Nock Co.

Robert Oster Fire and Ice (50ml Bottled Ink)

Pilot Iroshizuku Kon-peki - Deep Cerulean Blue (50ml Bottled Ink)

Sailor Jentle Sky High Fountain Pen Ink (50ml Bottle)

Robert Oster Blue Water Ice (50ml Bottled Ink)

Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions - Official Game Trailer - Nintendo E3 2017 - YouTube

260: The Awakening Jun 07, 2017

Show notes

Has it really been five years since we updated our Top 5 lists on the podcast? We review our lists from 2012 and give them a 2017 update.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password ‘penaddict’ for this week’s special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Storyworth: A new way to bring the family together.

Links and Show Notes

Kaweco King Fountain Pen – we love pens

Kaweco Limited Edition Combimatic Celluloid Fountain Pen - JetPens.com

Bexley Pocket Pro Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Bexley Sleeve Filler Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

The Pen Addict #19: Brad's Top 5 Pens - Relay FM

The Pen Addict #20: Myke's Top 5 Pens - Relay FM

Kaweco King - Stationery Wiki

Aurora Optima Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Sailor Professional Gear Sky Fountain Pen - Pen Chalet

Pilot Custom 823 Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

My Fountain Pen Education: The Pilot Murex — The Pen Addict

Nakaya Portable Cigar Ao-tamenuri Fountain Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Retro 1951 "Artist Series" Bioworkz Set – Vanness

Maui Makai Fountain Pen - Kanilea Pen Co.

Carolina Pen Company

Sailor Pro Gear Classic Orange | Classic Fountain Pens

My Fountain Pen Education: The Pilot M90 Limited Edition — The Pen Addict

Pilot E95S Fountain Pens - The Goulet Pen Company

LAMY dialog 3

259: Another Thing in a Long Line of Things May 31, 2017

Show notes

This is a show of things, and we discuss all of them this week. There are new products, upcoming pen shows, and, our favorite, pen companies doing weird things.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Harry's: Get $5 off any Harry’s Shave Set, including the Limited Edition Father’s Day Set.

Links and Show Notes

Raleigh Pen Show

Brad's Shinobi

Kyo-no-oto 01 Nureba-iro – Vanness

DotDash Spiral Pad - 2 Pack — Nock Co.

Brad's Setup Today

Sailor Pro Gear Classic Orange | Classic Fountain Pens

Namiki Iroshizuku Bottled Ink Fountain Pen Ink - Pen Chalet

Brad's Aurora 88 Minerali

Aurora 88 Fountain Pen - Nebulosa - Goulet Pens

Lamy Extra-Fine Nib Availability & Z28 Converters - Goulet Pens

Bear - Notes for iPhone, iPad and Mac

Ulysses

Markdown - Wikipedia

Daring Fireball: Markdown

Members — The Pen Addict

Marketing Automation - Sell More Stuff | MailChimp

Memberful — Membership software. Simplified.

Campaign Monitor

VSCO - Create, discover, and connect

Foldio 2

258: Kind of Not Interesting May 24, 2017

Show notes

What makes stationery so interesting to all of us? Do you care about ink properties of the gel ink pen you are using? We do, and we talk about it. And gosh darn, people like it!

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Pen Chalet: Click the ‘podcast’ link at the top of the website and enter the password ‘penaddict’ for this week’s special offer, and to get your code for 10% off.
Blue Apron: A better way to cook. Get three meals free with your first purchase, and free shipping.

Links and Show Notes

Brad's Chop

Triangle Pen Show

50th Anniversary Space Pen

Peerless Fonderie 47 Collector’s Edition

New Retro 51 Pens

Uni-ball Signo 307 Gel Ink Pen Review — The Pen Addict

Gel Ink Ballpoint Pen Replacement Core

Cellulose Nanofiber Enhances Writing Experience - Nikkei Technology Online

Move over carbon fiber, here comes cellulose nanofiber - Nikkei Asian Review

The Poor Penman

257: I'm Not Gonna Do Homework May 17, 2017

Show notes

Brad and Myke finally get to talk to each other this week! We do a proper follow-up of the Chicago Pen Show, talk new products from Baron Fig and Field Notes, and of course pay our respects to the amazing Susan Wirth.

This episode of The Pen Addict is sponsored by:

Harry's: Claim your free trial set!
Casper: Because everyone deserves a great night sleep. Get $50 off with the code ‘PENADDICT’

Links and Show Notes

In Memory of Susan Wirth – The Well-Appointed Desk

Brad Dowdy & Susan Wirth at 2016 Chicago Pen Show - YouTube

Stationery Wiki

The Pen Addict 1 - Stationery Wiki

Myke's Chop

Outus Antique Sealing Wax Sticks Set without Wicks Retro Spoon and Candles for Retro Vintage Wax Seal Stamp: Amazon

Experiment • Baron Fig

Retro 1951 Bioworkz – Vanness

Eureka Pen - Think outside of the box by Gašper Premože — Kickstarter

Edison Pen Co – New From Edison! The Draw Filler!

Field Notes Spring & Final Exams Email

Field Notes + Bellroy Everyday Inspiration Review — The Pen Addict

Pocket Staple - Edition 407 – Story Supply Co.

The Pen Addict Subreddit

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