Monthly Archives: July 2018

Introducing the Platinum Procyon Fountain Pen!

Platinum has recently announced the soon to be released Platinum Procyon Fountain Pen! Drawing its name from the brightest star in Canis Major, Platinum hopes to brighten up the workplace. In addition to these bright colors, the Procyon also comes with a new body-style for Platinum. Instead of the typical cigar-shape employed by most Platinum

Pilot Iroshizuku Tsuyu Kusa Ink

Pilot Iroshizuku Tsuyu Kusa Ink is part of the Pilot Pen Company’s luxury ink line, known and loved throughout the pen community. Pilot was one of the first ink companies to raise the bar with their inks, both in ink properties but especially the presentation with their Iroshizuku brand. Pilot Iroshizuku inks are considered luxury

5 Common Fountain Pen Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them!

So, you just started out in your new hobby. Who knew that there was an entire world and community based solely around pens? As you are perusing Pen Chalet, you start wondering to yourself, "These fountain pens are an investment. Are there any fountain pen pitfalls that I need to look out for?" Fortunately for you,

Robert Oster Smokescreen Ink Review & Giveaway

Robert Oster Smokescreen Ink is a 2018 summer ink color released by the Robert Oster Ink Company. As Robert Oster expands their wide array of Australian themed colors we continue to be amazed at the passion and uniqueness each color has to offer. Robert Oster Smokescreen ink is a dark muted purple color that is

How To Do a Lamy Safari Nib Swap

A very common question asked by our customers is how to do a Lamy Safari Nib Swap. The Lamy Safari is a great starter pen that comes in a large variety of nib sizes. Thanks to the genius of German Engineering, swapping between these nibs is super simple! Please note that this same technique can