I’m back from my vacation. We had a lot of fun at Hocking Hills. We’ll definitely have to go back soon. If you are interested in my photography, you can see my shots here.
A quick update….
The ebonite for the Platt Rogers Spencer Limited Edition Pen has been ordered. It is coming from Germany, and sometimes there can be customs delays, so I don’t want to try and give an accurate estimate on when these pens will be done.
I can say that barring something unforeseen, the pens can be done prior to the Holidays (most likely sooner). As we get closer to the ebonite’s arrival, and as we start manufacturing, we’ll give accurate timelines and updates. So if you have one of the Spencer Pens ordered, you can expect to see updates here on my blog.
I have tons of emails to plow through, and I’ll get started on them tomorrow. So If you are expecting an email response from me, you’ll get it then.
I’m leaving tomorrow for a nice vacation with my Dad and brother.
Some of you might know that I’m an avid photographer. We’re heading to Hocking Hills, so with the leaves changing, I should be returning with some really nice shots.
If we have WiFi, I’ll try to take a look at emails, but honestly, I’ll probably try to stay away from Edison emails until I return next weekend.
1. There is a "stealthy" version of the Del Coronado available. This version has Dark Ruthenium plated overlays. Price will be the same as the standard Del Coronodo at $549 steel nib, or $649 18k nib.
2. There is a Solid Sterling version of the Stilwell available. Being a precious metal, price is $1,049. The pen is shown with a solid grey acrylic, but any custom material could be made for this pen.
Steve is not only well accomplished as an author, but he also does all of his illustrations for his books with fountain pens!
When Steve asked me if I would like to participate in a giveaway to commemorate his latest book, Zephyr Takes Flight, I couldn’t resist!
So Steve is currently hosting a giveaway. The winner will receive a free copy of Zephyr Takes Flight and also an Edison Beaumont in Blue/Gold Checkered Acrylic!
To participate, you can read this thread happening over at the Fountain Pen Network, or you can simply send an email with your preferred tip size along with your mailing address to zephyrtakesflight@gmail.com.
On or around October 20th, Steve will randomly choose a winner!
By participating, your email will be placed on Steve’s email list. However, he will not share your email or spam you, and his email list is used quite sproradically. If you ever wish to unsubscribe in the future, it’s no problem.
We had a great time at the Michigan Pen Show. Albeit a smaller show, it’s definitely worth the trip. I recommend attending even if you have a significant drive. This is a show that we attended this year for the first time, and we will be returning.
I could write my typical summary of a pen show, and I could share my typical pen show pictures….but I forgot my camera (darn!), and there is a much more interesting topic to discuss…
We brought along Andrew, our 7-year-old to his first pen show! He had a blast…mostly thanks to the PCA!
Andrew made out with around 8 pens…much more than me! He helped us set up and tear down our display and also helped us arrange the pens, materials samples, and our overall display. He loved checking out all of the dealer’s tables and learning more and more about pens!
But most importantly, he really enjoyed the Pen Collectors of America’s Pens for Kids presentation by Ralph Stilwell.
Seriously, folks….not only to do I recommend that YOU get to the pen shows if you have not, but I highly recommend that you bring your kids to the pen shows! They will enjoy the show overall, but the PCA will always have a great presentation aimed at the younger generations.
The PCA is an organization that is very important to our little hobby, but they do not always get the recognition that they deserve, my opinion.
If you are not a member of the PCA, I would encourange you to consider membership. It will only cost you $40 annually to support this wonderful organization. Besides supporting an organization who does great things for our hobby including getting younger generations excited about pens, you will also receive a subscription to The Pennant, a magazine that I personally find very valuable and informative.
I’ve been attending most of then pen shows for the last 6-7 years. At every show, I always hear that the announcement that the PCA Pens For Kids presentation is happening, and I always appreciate it, but honestly….I never fully understood it until I saw the look in my own 7 year old’s eyes and got some feedback direct from him afterwards!
And don’t forget…..Andrew has grown up in a penmaking house! I really thought that he might be bored by the PCA Pens For KIds presentation. So if the PCA can manage to get a 7 year old who has been raised in a house that manufactures pens excited about pens all over again…imagine what they can do for your child, and what that impact might have within our fun hobby!
The PCA gives these presentations for kids at pretty much every pen show. If you can attend a pen show, you’ll love it! If you can bring your youngsters, they will love the show and the PCA Pens for Kids Presentation!
