Nobody really needs a fountain pen, but they're just pretty. It's like having a nice watch on. with an extra fine nib. I love this. You wouldn't think of a pen having this many moving parts. It has ...

HAMBURG, Germany — Among those who use fine writing instruments there is nothing more personal than the nib. Collectors, writing enthusiasts and artists constantly debate which nibs are best. It’s a ...

Last year, with a gentleness I didn’t know I was capable of, I coaxed my best friend into overcoming her lifelong fear of lipstick, helping her choose colors for herself, teaching her how to apply and ...

I'd probably recommend picking up a Kakuno in a finer nib ("fine" or "extra fine"), since it gives you a different shape barrel and a nib swappable into your Metro for not much money.

In times when text messaging and email are the preferred forms of communication for many, fountain pens may seem redundant. But for those who still enjoy putting pen to paper, they remain a treasured ...