Tuesday, 18 May 2021

My Collection of Writing Instruments


As a calligrapher and a fan of fountain pens, I love treating myself with such high end writing instruments and matching accessories! 

Top row (left to right): 

Lamy Studio Piano Black Limited Edition 

- The one I'm personally fond of the most! With 14K gold nib, surface of glossy piano-like finish instead of the usual matte effect of this model. Nibs can be changed to any size of the suitable kind. Either a cartridge or a converter can be inserted for ink filling purpose. Can be turned to a unique personal accessory by being placed in a leather pouch, which will look gorgeous while carrying it along in person.

Francesco Rubinato Calligraphy Gift Box 

- Contents placed in a well-made wooden box, also including a glass ink bottle with its metal lid of engraved edge! To be honest, I'm more into the packaging and the belongings than the pen itself. 

Botton row (left to right): 

Francesco Rubinato Calligraphy Set with Desk Charm 

- Metal quill pen. I actually bought the whole set just for this charming desk accessory: cat standing on pile of books! 

Francesco Rubinato Music Writing Collection 

- The most suitable set for me to represent myself as a musical and artistic person. With a 5-line nib for music manuscript, and amazing desk accessories for violinists.

Montblanc Max von Oppenheim Limited Edition 

- Issued in honour of the German archaeologist, researcher and collector Max von Oppenheim. Only 4810 pens worldwide! The most luxurious of all! 

Itoya Romeo (Japan) Genuine Leather Pen Wrap 

- 6 pen slots for tidy storage. 

P.S. All the Francesco Rubinato boxes are either limited or rare to find! The Itoya Romeo items are mostly available in Japan only.

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