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Pen: Conklin Mark Twain Crescent Filler in Black Chase with Rose Gold Trim
Ink: Monteverde USA Chameleon
Paper: Leuchtturm 1917 & Tomoe River Paper 52gsm (Old Stock from Hobonichi)
How cool is it that Conklin Pens revived one of their most famous vintage pens, the Crescent Filler, complete with a rubber sac + spring loaded filler system and all?! This exact design (from the chase pattern to the filling system) is over a century old, and the original crescent filler was legendary American author Mark Twain’s daily carry.
“I prefer it because it is a profanity saver; it cannot roll off the desk." - Mark Twain 😂
I have mine in an Extra Fine, and it is wetttt. 💦 But then, most sac filling systems are! It’s just so COOL to see a modern sac-filling pen with upgraded materials. The only downside to a sac-filler is I wouldn’t recommend this pen-type for air travel as the latex sac can compress during elevation and cause leaks. But it makes the perfect daily carry! Especially since the clip is so easy to maneuver + attach to your shirt lapel, pen pocket, or stow away in a bag nib-side up!
Plus, I mean… It’s pretty. And it’s a replica of the exact pen Mark Twain used. Cool points all around. 😎
Ink is Monteverde USA Chameleon! It’s a DEEP burgundy grape red/purple. You’d mistake it for black very easily if it wasn’t side by side with actual black ink. Thus, it makes an excellent ink for work, school, and other situations which call for a saturated, readable, and well-behaved wet ink. Can definitely recommend if you’re in the market for something with a little character!
Studio MEMM @studiomemm designs Tree House in #MonteVerde, Minas Gerais, Brazil Read more: Link in bio! Photography: Nelson Kon Brise soleil inspired by the geometry of tree highlight (getaway) project in the middle of the brazilian forest. The Studio MEMM project for the Tree House emerged as a playful idea. In a moment of family expansion, with new grandchildren and nephews, the client understood that the ludic universe of the tree house could add to the experience of staying in Monte Verde, Minas Gerais… 🔗 https://amazingarchitecture.com/houses/studio-memm-designs-tree-house-in-monte-verde-minas-gerais-brazil #brasil #brazil #архитектура www.amazingarchitecture.com ✔ A collection of the best contemporary architecture to inspire you. #design #architecture #amazingarchitecture #architect #arquitectura #luxury #realestate #life #cute #architettura #interiordesign #photooftheday #love #travel #construction #furniture #instagood #fashion #beautiful #archilovers #home #house #amazing #picoftheday #architecturephotography #معماری (at Monte Verde, Minas Gerais, Brazil) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqe9krLs26M/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=
Pure Project Monteverde Hazy IPA (Picked up at Windmill Farms). A 3 of 4. As expected, this is just bursting with big tropical fruit and stone fruit, and there’s quite a bit of herbal / resinous qualities behind it on this one. The body is hazy as expected, but a bit lighter than I'd usually expect from Pure.
I’ve been staring at this pen, mouth watering with NEED, ever since I started collecting fountain pens back in October 2021. And now it’s mine. MIIIINE. ✨🤩 The Monteverde Regatta Mother of Pearl in Rose Gold is just… Chef’s Kiss. 💋 Sugar for the eyes. An elegant addition to any desk.
Here’s what you should know about this gorgeous fountain pen.
1) The cap is magnetic in an extremely satisfying way. It pops off easily, and even POSTS magnetically (not that I write with it posted anyway — the balance is fantastic without it, IMO).
2) The rose gold Omniflex nib is NOT A FLEX NIB. Learn from my mistake and don’t do what I did in this video, which is attempt to flex it as much as I flex my vintage pens. Yikes. The tines are super easy to misalign and cause hard starting by over-flexing the nib, because it’s not actually a flex nib. It’s just a SOFT nib, despite the name. 😅 Woopsie! Thank goodness I’ve dabbled in nib repair, because I was able to set it back correctly. 😆
3) This pen. Is so. PRETTY. You will find every excuse to write with it! 😍
And tell me this Monteverde Mercury Noir ink isn’t beautiful? I love the Noir line. Deeply saturated dark inks that are readable, wet, and lovely to write or draw with. Can recommend.