#bob-dizzy

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Question: is there a “correct” or more common way (historically, perhaps) of tying a leather journal closed when they come with straps attached to the aides like this? I’ve wondered about this for years.

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Question: Is reverse writing with fountain pens a bad idea, or a terribly bad idea?

Or neither? 

I started doing this recently for my notetaking because it’s easier to rotate the pen to the backside rather than switch it out for one with a finer nib. Any chances of long-term damage, if I use relatively light pressure when doing so and only for little sidebar notes? 

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Does anybody find that on high-quality paper, you tend to NOT get the full line width with a stub/italic when you're writing at a normal speed? Maybe because Rhodia and similar brands are less absorbent?

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Calling all TWSBI (ECO) owners!

Can anybody tell me whether I should go with a Fine or Extra-fine? I have small-medium writing and do best with 6-7mm ruled paper. (Bonus points if you can draw comparisons to the Pilot Metropolitan M/F, the Lamy EF nibs, or the Fine Platinum Preppy).

How smooth are the TWSBI nibs?

And though the Eco’s cap gives it a chunky look, would you consider it a wide pen?

Super mega bonus points if you can drop any secrets about upcoming TWSBI Eco colors other than the clear!

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Happy Fountain Pen Day!

Today was really tiring and stressful for me, so I couldn't really do a whole ton for this special day, but I hope the rest of you got to :)

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I almost dunked a dip pen loaded with India ink into my tea instead of my paint water.

I’m betting it doesn’t go well with chamomile.

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Quite right.

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FOUNTAIN PEN/CALLIGRAPHY PEOPLE

I’m moving most of my pen/ink/paper-related posts to my new (currently empty) blog inkynibby. Check it out if you want, follow if you like!