{"id":12786,"date":"2024-04-12T08:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-04-12T12:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/racheldelafuente.com\/blog\/?p=12786"},"modified":"2025-12-30T08:03:07","modified_gmt":"2025-12-30T13:03:07","slug":"only-keep-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/racheldelafuente.com\/blog\/only-keep-one\/","title":{"rendered":"You Can Only Keep One"},"content":{"rendered":"
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I’ve seen this tag come and go in the makeup world multiple times. I have no idea, at this point, what the first video was that I saw for it, or who started it, but I thought I’d try it for fountain pens. I might try it for ink, too, but that will likely be even harder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For this post, we travel to an alternate universe where, for some reason, I’m forced to give up all but one fountain pen per brand \u2014 “you can only keep one.” I’m giving myself leeway with my Stanford Pen Studios pens because there are from\/by different artists, and that is the only company that does that. I could easily argue that individual artists are sub-brands under the Stanford Pen Studio umbrella. So, I’m letting myself keep one pen per artist for Stanford Pen Studios.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s go through these in alphabetical order by brand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

UPDATE: A Gathering of Curiosities<\/a>, Line Variation<\/a>, Pen Addict<\/a>, and Ana<\/a> and Laura<\/a> at The Well-Appointed Desk have all given this challenge a go, you should check them out. Please note, the Pen Addict post is exclusive to members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Disclaimer: I take no responsibility for pen envy or impulse purchases resulting from viewing this post.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

18111<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I think most would expect me to keep my commissioned pen<\/a> from 18111, and a couple of years ago, that would have been true. But, I’ve mostly gotten over my Harley Quinn obsession since then. I have not, however, lost any love for winter, so I’m keeping the Night Snow<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"18111
18111 Night Snow<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

ARTUS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whooo. This one is HARD! Of course, the Fire<\/a> and Earth<\/a> are beautiful, but I regularly flop between Air<\/a> and Water<\/a> as my favorite ARTUS pen. Air is a bit more colorful, and has a blue\/pink color scheme I love. But, once again, water just<\/em> wins out because it reminds me of Rainbow Fish<\/em>. Nostalgia for the win!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"ARTUS
ARTUS Four Elements Water<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Benu<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Oh, gosh, another<\/em> super-hard one, mainly because I have so many \u2014 14! At first glance, it comes down to Feather in the Wind<\/a>, Playful Paws<\/a>, Harmony of the Hummingbird<\/a>, and D\u00eda de Muertos<\/a>. They’re all Benu’s hand-painted pens. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

But, I have to narrow it down to one. OK, I’ll drop Playful Paws because I’m not in love with the tone of pink. And while I love the colors of the D\u00eda de Muertos, I think the painting on it is not quite to the level of the other two, and I have a pen in mind to keep later that has the same theme. I also have a pen in mind that is hummingbird themed, so I’m keeping the Feather in the Wind.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Benu
Benu Briolette Feather in the Wind<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Country Made Pens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This one isn’t as hard as my Benu choice, but it isn’t easy. The engraved sleeve<\/a> is fabulous on my first purchase from Country Made Pens, but I think<\/em> the 3D scrollwork sleeve from my recent commission is more technically difficult. I could be wrong about that. Between the two base materials, though, there is no competition. The multichrome material on the new pen really pushes it over the edge to keep it over the other.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Country
Country Made Pens 3D Scrollwork Sleeve in Stormwind Calypso and Abominable<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cypress<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While I love all of the Cypress pens I own, my top three are the newest \u2014 E06<\/a> \u2014 because it’s gorgeous and still has the “new shiny” factor, the Skull and Crystals<\/a>, and my D\u00eda de Muertos commission<\/a> for the emotional connection. I have another pen in mind for a different brand that has a similar style to the E06, so it’s out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But that leaves me with the highly difficult decision between the technically superior Skull and Crystals and the higher emotional connection of the D\u00eda de Muertos. As much as the technical flaws can bug me on my “perfectionist” days, emotional connection wins, so I’m keeping the D\u00eda de Muertos.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"D\u00eda
Cypress D\u00eda De Muertos<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Den’s Pens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While the technical precision necessary for the Baetylus model<\/a> makes it more impressive, the “fidget” aspect of the Arawn cap makes it the keeper for me.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Den's
Den’s Pens Arawn in unknown material<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Esterbrook<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Likely surprising everyone given my preference for modern pens, my Estie Sunflower<\/a> and JR Beleza<\/a> are no contest to keeping my vintage Esterbrook J<\/a>. This is both because the J was a gift and because the 9128 nib I’ve got in it is fabulous. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Esterbrook
Esterbrook J in Dubonnet Red<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Franklin-Christoph<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This one’s easy! While the Goulet Pens 2019 collab, Cosmic Dust<\/a>, is pretty, it can’t beat the sparkly goodness of the Gourmet Pens collab, Stars on Sapphire Lake<\/a>. Not that it needs a boost in my desire to keep it, but being developed in collaboration with a friend of mine makes it more precious.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Stars
Franklin-Christoph x Gourmet Pens Model 46 Stars on Sapphire Lake<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Gravitas Pens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another easy one! While I like the design on the “microtexture” Sentry<\/a>, it doesn’t hold a candle to the holographic sparkle of the Universe<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Gravitas
Gravitas Universe<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Herbert Pen Co<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Ooh, back to a more difficult choice. I love that the NOLA Tricentennial<\/a> limited edition was my first indie pen. But, the colors on the Poe goldfish ribbon<\/a> are more to my taste at this point, so I’m keeping it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Herbert
Herbert Pen Co. Octagonal Poe in Goldfish Ribbon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Iron Feather Creative<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I’d be devastated to lose any of my Iron Feather Creative pens. But, being forced<\/em> to choose, it only makes sense to keep my commissioned Mayan Hummingbird pen. This is the hummingbird pen I was referring to in the Benu section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Iron
Iron Feather Creative Mayan Art<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Kaweco<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The AL Sport Stonewashed Blue<\/a> is pretty unique to my full collection, and would be unique to a collection of just one pen per brand. But, the Iridescent Pearl is so pretty!<\/em> And, since I already chose a weighty metal pen to keep \u2014 Gravitas Universe \u2014 I’m keeping the “pretty”.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Kaweco
Kaweco Collection in Iridescent Pearl with Deluxe Chrome Clip<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Lamy<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While I technically own two Lamy pens, I’ve retired one of them. Generally, this would be an easy decision, but the retired pen is my Safari Dark Lilac<\/a>, the first “expensive” pen I purchased.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As I prefer to use the pens I own, I’m keeping the 2000 as I’ve long “outgrown” the Safari.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Lamy
Lamy 2000 in Makrolon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mayfair Pens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mayfair pens are fun, and so curvy. My Noldor<\/a> is very pretty, but, I’m keeping the Eowyn because it’s even more<\/em> curvy, and the material is utterly fantastic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Mayfair
Mayfair Pens Eowyn in Stormwind Hijinks<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Montegrappa<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another brand where one pen is retired. I don’t have a major emotional attachment to the Crowned Skull<\/a>, though. Sadly, despite how pretty it is<\/a>, the Crowned Skull suffers from the same hard start issues that every other Fortuna model I’ve owned does. The Shiny Lines\/Dove, by contrast, is one of the few Montegrappa’s I’ve come across that works well every time you use it. Not to mention, I love the celluloid material. Definitely keeping it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Montegrappa
Montegrappa x Goulet Pen Co. Shiny Lines\/Dove<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Nahvalur<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As all three of my Nahvalur pens are the same shape \u2014 although technically different models \u2014 this decision is entirely based on material. The Beluga<\/a> is pretty, but the muted blues and reds don’t pop as much as the other two, so it’s out. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Brilliant Bunny<\/a> is a gorgeous sparkly red; the Troms\u00f8<\/a> stands out for the iridescent shifts. They’re both limited editions. I’m keeping other pens made out of swirly materials and a pen with iridescence. But I’m only keeping one other pen that sparkles like the Brilliant Bunny, and it’s a lime green. So, I guess it makes more sense to keep the Brilliant Bunny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Nahvalur
Nahvalur x Enigma Stationery Nautilus in Brilliant Bunny<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Namiki<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Yes, I’m aware that it could be considered cheating to separate Pilot and Namiki. But, they’re labeled with different names on the clip, so I think it’s fair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

While I own three pens labeled Namiki, I don’t even have to think about this one. I’m keeping the Rock Garden. I love the 3D aspect of the rocks, and the nib writes like a hot knife slices butter.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Namiki
Namiki Yukari Rock Garden<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

OMAS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I admittedly have a marginally greater affinity for the looks of my Paragon Arte Italiana<\/a>. But, I have<\/em> to keep the Dama. It’s a prototype, it’s small \u2014 and cute! \u2014 and it has the T2 nib. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"OMAS
OMAS Dama-sized prototype of a Chatterley Luxuries collaboration<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

OPUS 88<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Another easy decision. The 2021 Illuminating\/Ultimate Gray Demo Eyedropper<\/a> is, while pretty, just a basic demonstrator. The Medusa<\/a>, though, has a combination of materials and a fantastic snake finial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Opus
OPUS 88 x Endless Pens x Micah Finds Medusa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pelikan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

And… I’m back to a harder decision. I can instantly rule out the M205 Moonstone<\/a> since I kept the Gravitas Universe. And, as much as I hate to say this, I can also rule out the 100 Jade\/Marbled Green<\/a> \u2014 AKA the Year One \u2014 from 1929 as I can’t use it due to nib stress fractures. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

That leaves my three M640s. The Sahara<\/a> is very pretty, but I have more “me” options than a desert-themed pen. The Indian Summer<\/a> is also very nice, but it’s always bugged me that the trim and nib are silver on a warm-toned pen. That means I’m keeping the Eternal Ice<\/a>, perfect for my cold-loving self.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Pelikan
Pelikan M640 Beauties of Nature Eternal Ice<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pilot<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With one exception, my Pilot pens are all Custom 74s. The exception, a black Custom 743, is just too plain to keep, even if it does have the FA nib. The others are the Orange<\/a>, the Violet<\/a>, an after-market sticker maki-e<\/a>, and the Benifuji.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Orange and Violet aren’t much more interesting, appearance-wise, than the 743. And, while the after-market work is pretty, I’m keeping much better examples of urushi art. So, almost by default, I’m keeping the Benifuji, which is pretty, and a limited edition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Pilot
Pilot Custom 74 Benifuji<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Platinum<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I have nine platinum pens. Some are cheap, like the Preppy and Little Shooting Star models. Others are not, like the Izumo model. You would think, with contenders like the Bamboo Weaving Torafu and the Shape of a Heart<\/a>, this would be difficult. But, one of my two genuinely “always inked” pens is a Platinum, the Kurikara-Ken<\/a>. Of course that’s the one I’m keeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The
Platinum Izumo Maki-e Kurikara-Ken<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

River City Pen Co<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This decision is a little harder again. Both of my River City Pen Co pens are delightful examples of “pretty ink sticks” and I love them both. I’m keeping other pens with similar materials and shapes, so I can’t decide which to keep based on either factor. The Arlington model<\/a> is a bit chunky, not exactly my favorite with my smallish hands, so I’ll keep the Shadyside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"River
River City Pen Co Shadyside in Carolina Pen Co. Waterlily Koi<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Rob’s Penworks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Because I own a winter-themed pen<\/a> from Rob’s Penworks, that would typically be my choice to keep. But, since I’m already keeping a snow-themed and ice-themed pen, I’m going to keep my next favorite season, Autumn.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Robs
Rob’s Penworks Four Seasons Autumn<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Ryan Krusac<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The wood pen<\/a> I own from Ryan Krusac is beautiful, but it doesn’t have a dragon on it. So, with virtually no contest, I’m keeping Ashbain the Dragon<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Ryan
Ryan Krusac L-14 Ashbain the Dragon<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sailor<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I own quite a few Sailor pens. And there are several I’d be sad to lose. However, my Sakura Nagare<\/a> has so much history associated with it. And, it’s absolutely gorgeous. So, it’s the one I’m keeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Sailor
Sailor Pro Gear Sakura Nagare<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Scriptorium Pens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While I truly love the material on my Idyll<\/a>, it’s a bit on the chunky side. Because of that, I’m keeping my customized Exemplar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Scriptorium
Scriptorium Customized Exemplar in Dupras Dark Cenote<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Shibui North<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The Kitsune<\/a> is interesting, but the Pocket Fox<\/a> is so uniquely elegant that I simply have<\/em> to keep it.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Shibui
Shibui North Pocket Fox Copper in Asa No Ha<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Skogsy Pens<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I really should<\/em> keep the micarta pen<\/a>, since it would be unique to the collection. But, the Baby Saguaro is new and just so cute that I have to keep it instead.<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Skogsy
Skogsy Pens Baby Saguaro in Stormwinds Sedona Spa<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Stanford Pen Studio<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As I already mentioned, I’m allowing one pen per artist for Stanford Pen Studio. For my current collection, that means three pens, one each for Marian Binder, Hanna Farmer, and Val Myburgh.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Marian Binder<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As much as I love my hummingbirds pen<\/a>, it simply has no chance against my Bumbledore pen<\/a>, which I’m keeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"The
Stanford Pen Studio x Marian Binder The Right Royal Pen<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Hanna Farmer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

If you’ve seen my most recent pen porn posts, then you already know I’m keeping Little Women<\/a> \u2014 but I’m renaming it March Sisters \u2014 over Ardently<\/a>. If you haven’t, then my Little Women-themed pen was the means for me to return to my favorite childhood novel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Stanford
Stanford Pen Studio x Hanna Farmer March Sisters<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Val Myburgh<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This one isn’t actually a decision. I only have one pen by Val, and I’m keeping it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Stanford
Stanford Pen Studio x Val Myburgh Sketched Fashion<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Stipula<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is another difficult decision. I own to Stipula pens, the Etruria Rainbow Prisma 88 and the Leonardo da Vinci<\/a>. The former is a very special pen I purchased as a reward to myself for finally getting my driver’s license. The latter was my first and only grail pen. However, both are now retired. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

So, we have two important pens, neither of which I use anymore. I don’t use the Prisma 88 because I’m not in love with the nib. I don’t use the da Vinci because it’s uncomfortable to write with for long periods. So, I guess it makes more sense to keep the Prisma 88.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Stipula
Stipula Etruria Rainbow Prisma 88<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

TWSBI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Despite how many TWSBIs I own \u2014 14! \u2014 this one is easy. The TWSBIs in the 580 family look the same, just different colors, and they account for 11 of my TWSBIs. The remaining three are the Aurora, Draco, and Kai. I find the Aurora far and away the prettiest of those three, so that’s the one I’m keeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"TWSBI
TWSBI Aurora<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Visconti<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This is another easy one. My Lapislazzuli is the most expensive pen I own. Because of that \u2014 even though I traded for it \u2014 there’s no way I’m getting rid of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Visconti
Visconti Il Magnifico Lapislazzuli<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Woodshed Pen Co<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

I have two Woodshed Pen Co. pens left. And, while one is made from an objectively more interesting material, the other was a gift. So, that’s the one I’m keeping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Woodshed
Woodshed Pen Co. Standard Model in Sparkly Green<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Single-Pen Brands<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

With these remaining brands, I only own one pen, so there is no decision to make, and, consequently, no justification. But I know you all like looking at pretty pictures of pens, so, enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Analog Notes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Henry, Name\/Material: Precious Petals<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Analog<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Atelier Lusso<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Carina 15, Name\/Material: Timascus<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Timascus\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Aurora<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: 100\u00b0 Anniversario<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Aurora<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Black Robin Pens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Ophelia, Name\/Material: Faux Opal<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Black<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Carolina Pen Co<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Charlotte, Name\/Material: DC Metro Pen Crew Capital Cherry Blossom<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Carolina<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Delta<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Undersize, Name\/Material: Dolcevita<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Delta<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Edison Pen Co<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Nouveau Premiere, Name\/Material: Tequila Sunrise<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Edison<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Hardy Penwrights<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Companion, Name\/Material: Diamondcast Liquid Smoke <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Hardy<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Jason Neil Penworks<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Modified Clarke, Name\/Material: Carolina Pen Co. Unicorn Horn<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Jason<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Loft Pens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Glenwood, Name\/Material: Stacked Pride<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Stacked<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

London Pen Co<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Christopher 14, Name\/Material: Carolina Pen Co. Warm Primary Manipulation<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"London<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mythic Pens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Aeschylus, Name\/Material: Carolina Pen Co. Peacock Koi<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Mythic<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Pens by Pasquale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Cerberus, Name\/Material: Neon Ribbon & Neon Diamondcast<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Pens<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Permies World<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Pen BBS 323, Name\/Material: English Garden 2<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Full<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Retro 51<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Tornado, Name\/Material: Wings of the Monarch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Retro<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Scribo<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Feel, Name\/Material: Spiaggia Rosa<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Scribo<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Scriveiner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: EDC, Name\/Material: Copper<\/p>\n\n\n

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\"Scriveiner<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n

Sheaffer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Triumph Valiant, Name\/Material: Marine Green<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Sheaffer\"<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Smith Crafters<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Shredded Money Writer, Name\/Material: Gold Rush<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"SmithCrafters<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tailored Pen Co<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Churchill, Name\/Material: Wildflowers<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Tailored<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tamenuri Studio<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Kawari-Nuri and Nashiji Nuri<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Tamenuri<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Chicago Pen Co<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Aristophanes, Name\/Material: Ruby-Throated Hummingbird<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Chicago<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Walltown Pens<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Model: Watts, Name\/Material: Glacier Bay<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\"Walltown<\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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How would you handle having to give up all but one pen per brand? Let me know in the comments! I’d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thanks for reading to the end, I hope you enjoyed my post. Make sure to subscribe to my blog<\/a> or follow me on Instagram<\/a> so you don\u2019t miss any posts. I generally post at least once a week.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

In some alternate universe, I’m forced to limit my fountain pen collection to one per brand. Find out what I’m keeping.<\/p>\n

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