Swatching my 2026 SFPS Ink Haul (via Pen Addict - Kimberly). Kimberly and I overlapped a bit on our inks that we brought home from San Francisco!
Finally Got My Hands on the Kyuseido Akari! (And the Shinya) (via dwrdnet). Derek was busy at the DC Pen Show. These pens have interesting filling systems, and of course customized nibs.
Keyno Stay.tionery from Dominant Industry (via Figboot on Pens). David gets his hands on one of the first Dominant Industry fountain pens.
Settling in Slowly (via A Gathering of Curiosities). I love reading stories about how people come back to their pens.
Nahvalur Nautilus Fireworks Review (via Penquisition). I’ve been enjoying the redesigned Nahvalur Nautilus fountain pen as well - I prefer the streamlined design to the older cap band.
My Travel Field Notes (via Writing at Large). I could only wish I had a travel notebook this well-worn!
Ink Review #2907: De Atramentis Document Black Blue (via Mountain of Ink). I need to try out some of the De Atramentis document inks on a more extended basis. Many people have been recommending permanent inks to me.
A Mish-Mash of Delightful Things (via From the Pen Cup). Mary always finds some of the more delightful less common stationery items.
Rickshaw x NockCo Brasstown Pen Roll Case (via Well-Appointed Desk). Ana gets to review the latest release of the NockCo Brasstown, now in collaboration with Rickshaw!
In Case You Missed It…
This week I answered a new question in the “Ask TGS” series, about my favorite non-fountain pen accessories that I use regularly. I also reviewed two non-fountain pens I’ve been using quite frequently on my seemingly never-ending travels: the Pilot Metropolitan Rollerball and Ballpoint. Both are underrated workhorses that shouldn’t be overlooked simply because they may not be trendy.
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This Week in the T.G.S. Curated Shop
This week we restocked on two major notebook systems: Lochby and OnionBrand, and we continue to have a large stock of Roterfaden Taschenbegleiters in standard size. We also have fresh stock of Tom’s Studio refillable fineliners and highlighters, as well as additional nib sizes in the gorgeous Pilot Custom 845 Urushi. Be sure to check out each week’s Thursday Drops post for a full list of new arrivals and restocks!
The Nashville Shop will be open normal hours this coming week, from 1-6pm Thursday and Friday and 10am-5pm on Saturday. Please come by and see these and more in-person, and we are open online 24-7!
Visit Us on Patreon - Curated Box and Sunderland Pre-order Access
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