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    Hi there,

    I've already started a thread and received several very helpful comments, so thought it might be time to introduce myself.

    I've had fountain pens (whether from family or my own purchase) in my life for years, but recently upped my game into new pens, paper and inks and am taking a stand about communicating via post as well. I am a writer by profession, but most is done on a computer...so it's a joy to use the pen as the demarcation line between work and leisure!

    I look forward to suggestions (especially on which online VINTAGE PEN SELLERS are trusted, and the best - and reasonable - PEN REPAIR SHOPS), tips and advice on how to grow (and sometimes cool) my addiction to ink.

    Living on the coastline of Southern California, I often find myself with a wine next to me, pen and pad in hand staring at the ocean and putting ink to paper, what an amazing feeling.

    My pens thus far:

    Birmingham Pens - Sixth Avenue Pen in Roman Candle (B)
    Kaweco AL Sport - Gold (M)
    Kaweco Classic Sport - Green (F)
    Lamy Safari (x2) - (F / M)
    Lamy Studio - (M)
    Lamy Vista - (M)
    Pelikan Souveran M800 - (M)
    Pilot Custom 74 - Clear (M)
    Waterman Apostrophe - Black (F)
    Waterman Hemisphere Deluxe - White (M)


    Thanks so much for welcoming me and allowing me to learn for all of you!

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    Go to a local pen club meeting to find all your answers, and much more, especially about vintage pens and where to try and buy them. My understanding is the Southern California pen club is the grandaddy of them all.

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    THAT, sir....is GREAT to hear! I am searching for info now. Thanks much!

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    Welcome to FPG - from another Gibson!
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    Hello and welcome.
    Regards, Chrissy | My Review Blog: inkyfountainpens

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    Welcome to the forum.


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    Welcome from Colorado!
    I use a fountain pen and a paper planner - paperinkplan.wordpress.com

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    Quote Originally Posted by countrydirt View Post
    Welcome from Colorado!
    Thanks so much!


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    Welcome

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    Thank you!

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    Hello and welcome.

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    Thanks!

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    Love that you're a writer who enjoys writing. Welcome aboard!

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    Cheers! It’s been a gift to meet fellow pen lovers so far here!

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