No, the title does not lie. The Washington, D.C. Collectible Fountain Pen Supershow is literally the largest pen event in the world! From ink giveaways for the first 200 guests, to seminars & workshops, to showcasing some of the most rare pens in the world, the event had something for everyone. Below are some of our favorite moments as we spent the weekend totally swooning over the thousands of pens! The Arrival Immediately upon walking in, there was a buzz around the building. To the left, there was a small, but accommodating room that housed around 20 different vendors. Our first stop wa ..read more

Paris, 1872. This was the time and place in which Simon Tissot Dupont took the first steps in creating a true luxury product. From a simple beginning that consisted of creating travel trunks, his company ST Dupont has now morphed into one of the world’s most renowned luxury brands, offering pens, bags, lighters, and more. One particular thing that makes ST Dupont so special is that the company prides itself in forming fantastic partnerships – from deals with big franchises such as James Bond 007 and Star Wars, to artistic dealings with Fender, and even the Picasso legacy. One smaller (but just ..read more

A Year of Change If 2018 has taught us anything so far, it’s that change is inevitable, and sometimes you need to expect the unexpected. Think: all the societal shifts and celebrity losses (that we won’t go into detail on here because this is a pen blog!). Despite that, it seems that the nations have gathered together this year for some of the most spectacular events. Think: a royal wedding AND a royal baby, just to name a few. Visconti, one of the most popular pen brands today, seems to be following these same trends. With some drastic shifts in their company this year, they are back on the m ..read more

Montblanc: The Name Known Around the World For new pen enthusiasts, the numerous luxury brands all across the globe may take a little time to learn. But talk to any stranger, and it’s almost guaranteed that they know the name Montblanc. Pens, leather goods, watches, jewelry, accessories, and everything in between – Montblanc has truly made a name for itself throughout the world. Montblanc’s history traces back to the early 1900s in Germany, back when they were known as “Simplo.” After a few years, the name “Montblanc” came to fruition, and the brand really rose to life – with its now well-know ..read more

S.T. Dupont Limited Edition Conquest of the Wild West Set Certain things are known to pair well together, particularly in the world of luxuries. From food pairings like wine and cheese to complementing ties with pocket squares in men’s fashion, it’s hard not to appreciate a good set of items that feel like they were born together. What S.T. Dupont has done with their Limited Edition Conquest of the Wild West set is just that – paired a pen and lighter that match so well together, it will be the desire of any fountain pen enthusiast, lighter collector, or luxury goods fanatic! Oh, and they thre ..read more

Visconti Vertigo Fountain Pens Visconti: A Modern Classic Brands from the 1980s usually have a certain stigma attached to them: dated, maybe a little flashy or excessive, and certainly possessing a very distinctive appeal. These companies also typically lack the experience of having decades worth of trial and error to perfect their craft. Yet somehow, Visconti has escaped all these characteristics to become one of the most beloved luxury fountain pen brands in the world. Born out of Florence, Italy, Visconti quickly soaked up the neighboring fashion and luxury scene all around it. Coming from ..read more

Aurora 88 Minerali Demonstrators: Traditional Luxury Meets Modern Style What brands come to mind when you think of some of the first true Italian fountain pens? If one of them is not Aurora, it should be. Founded in 1919 by a textile merchant in Turin, Aurora now boasts a full century of experience, meaning their skills and refined techniques are some of the best in the whole industry. The technology they use and their extremely unique features are certainly some of the reasons why they have stood the test of time. With real Italian roots that have lasted over 4 generations, the current owners ..read more

Aurora 88 Limited Edition Urano Fountain Pen If you’re an Aurora fan, their latest release is something not to be missed. Unfortunately, you may have already missed out on it considering it’s rumored to be sold out before even being shipped to retailers! However, we at Truphae may just have one available on a first come, first served basis! The Urano Limited Edition 888 (only 888 are being produced) is quite unique, not only for its glowing turquoise color, but also for the fact that it’s partially transparent – enough to just make out some of what’s hiding inside! The rose gol ..read more

Montegrappa Limited Edition Revolver Stainless Steel Fountain Pen If you’re looking for superior design, impeccable craftsmanship, and flawless metalwork in fine writing instruments, your very first go-to brand should be Montegrappa. And if you are like me and believe that the industry founders, or pioneers, are usually the best, you won’t be surprised to know that Montegrappa was the first Italian manufacturer of fine pens - founded back in 1912 in Bassano del Grappa, Italy. Throughout the last century, this well-respected company has earned high praise and has even produced the pen of choice ..read more

His looks and dress are effortlessly elegant. He doesn't try to impress; he simply is a superior skull. His arrogance comes naturally, for he is placed securely high in society. His inheritance and the cares, responsibilities and duties that great wealth bring exemplify the qualities of a gentleskull who is a cut above the rest. Beau Brummel, I imagine, would have found very little fault with Monsieur Os. S.T. Dupont and Luis Alberto Quispe Aparicio created an Object d'art lighter, designed to express the values and excellence of the Maison's lighter making legacy (or art of fire legacy). Ind ..read more