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Monday, March 22, 2010

10 Pen Experts to Follow on Twitter

If you found The Norsk Woodshop out of your love for pens and you are on Twitter, you must follow the pen experts listed below today!  Oh, by the way I lied, there are actually 11 if you count @norskwoodshop!

Here is the list (in no particular order):

  1. @ThePenWarrior
  2. @KookyChick
  3. @ExtremelyAvg
  4. @pendemonium
  5. @inkyjournal
  6. @FutureNostalgic
  7. @FtnPenHospital
  8. @inkophile
  9. @the_archer
  10. @MrPens
  11. @norskwoodshop
If you have any other Pen Experts you follow, please share them with us through comments.

Monday, October 12, 2009

Why handcrafted pens are better than a Mont Blanc

Blue Box Elder Burl Baron Pen - Handcrafted Wooden Rollerball PenI must admit, I have always wanted an Mont Blanc fountain pen or rollerball pen. There is something about that sleek black pen with the signature Mont Blanc star on the cap.  But now that I make my own pens, I am have admit that a fine handcrafted pen is totally better.

1) Individual attention to detail.

2) Each pen is absolutely unique!  The swirls in the wood or acrylic blanks used to build a pen are one of a kind and make the pen uniquely yours.

3) You are supporting a local artist as opposed to a large company.

4) Personal service from the artist who has created your pen and will stand behind it’s workmanship.

So the next time you need a new pen either for yourself or a gift for your spouse, friend, teacher, boss, or family member, be sure to buy handmade.  For a good selection, check out Etsy.com our our shop at http://norskwoodshop.etsy.com.

Tuesday, August 4, 2009

Buying Fine Writing Instruments - Tips for Buyers

IMGP1981 Precision in one of the tools has been made since ages. It is common for fencers to be very selective on the swords they use. Similarly, if you like writing, then the quality of your writing instruments plays a key role.

Fine writing instruments are rare and exquisite. Take for example pens. In a lot of pens made in the factory, only a few will be really high quality reasonable. This is one of the main reasons why I opt for the hand writing instruments.

Fine writing instruments have a hand and classic elegance about them. This cannot be found in a plant made pen. The best thing is that the Internet has opened a new world of pen manufacturers. Yes, there are hundreds of online artists who craft fine writing instruments.

Tips for Buyers

A smart buyer will always be a complete analysis of a pen before buying it. Contrary to what most people think, there is more than one of its outdoor pen. The pen should feel good in your hands. The weight must be appropriate as well as the pen style.

Here are some factors to take into account during the purchase of fine writing instruments by hand.

• Rarity - Perhaps the rarest finds are the pens that you've heard of in May, but will probably never see. Sheaffer made rare ballpoint pen decorated with beautiful, highly stylized art nouveau swirls.

• Manufacturing - Pens that were decorated with sculptures complex part, love, tree trunk or Japanese designs known as hand painting Maki'e work are usually central to any pen collection.

• Size: The size of the pen must surely be one of the main factors to consider. Take the pen and hold in your hands. T he feels comfortable? If you have large hands, then opt for a pencil with a wider barrel.

• Weight: The weight of a pen can cause fatigue or stress, and even horns in extreme cases. So, always choose a pen that fits your fingers.

• Nib: Without a doubt, one of the most important factors for a serious writer. It is oblique pen, feather pen italic heel or choice. Each of these styles plume modes gives different writing.

• Price: Last but not least, we have the price of the pen. A fine writing instrument should not be judged by the price, but keep an eye on this anyway.

Article Source: ArticlesBase.com - Buying Fine Writing Instruments - Tips for Buyers