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    #306: Pen...cil

    May 2nd, 2018 · 57 minutes

    Interested in making your own fountain pens? We follow-up on our previous #asktpa with feedback from two just-getting-started pen makers. We also talk about the challenges of good mechanical pencil design, and pick the perfect pen for a Park Ranger.

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    Links and Show Notes

    Tokyo Metro 90th Anniversary Fountain Pen · Bungubox
    TSUYUHIKARI & Tsuru Hikari Ink Set - Bungubox
    ystudio Mechanical Pencil Review — The Pen Addict
    Kaweco GRIP on the PR email
    Red Dragon Pen Company
    Platinum Plaisir Fountain Pens - JetPens.com
    Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pens - Standard - JetPens.com