Sneak Peek: Heartspoken’s Fountain Pens — Heartspoken

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November 4, 2023 is FOUNTAIN PEN DAY. I’d love to hear from you in the comments below if you use a fountain pen and if so, what’s your favorite?

When I give talks about my book and the joy and impact of note and letter writing, I often get questions about my favorite writing tools. While I use many different pens, including gel, rollerball, ballpoint, and erasable, today’s post shines a spotlight on my fountain pens. I’ve always been captivated by the elegance and individuality each fountain pen brings to my writing experience: a blend of traditional charm and personal craftsmanship.

I own seven fountain pens. Two of them (#6 in the photo above) are the same except for color. I’ll share a closer look at these special tools, outlining the pros and cons of each.

1. Waterman Charleston (the Charleston no longer available)

• The Charleston is the first quality fountain pen I ever owned…a gift from my husband John when he first realized I was getting serious about writing. It exudes a vintage aura. Its Art Deco aesthetics are an absolute delight, while its balanced weight makes writing comfortable. It just fits well in my hand! The nib glides smoothly across the paper. Mine is so well-loved that it’s been dropped and broken, glued, and taped., so it no longer holds the converter and…