Do you like to journal while sipping on a piping hot cup of coffee?  Well, now you can even match your fountain pen to your morning caffeine of choice!  TWSBI’s new TWSBI ECO Caffe With Bronze Trim Fountain Pen is the perfect companion for your daily writing.  What makes this extra gorgeous is the complimenting bronze trim.  This is a beautiful caffe color on the cap and piston knob.  We have the pens in stock, and are shipping immediately. First of all, the TWSBI ECO Caffe With Bronze Trim Fountain Pen has great value with its piston filling system and affordable pr ..read more

Reconnect with nature’s wisdom through the new Monteverde Ritma Walnut Pen Collection. Crafted from sustainable walnut wood, it embodies elegance and meticulous design. Walnut has long been associated with wisdom, knowledge, inspiration, clarity and focus qualities that seamlessly translate into this writing instrument designed for effortless everyday use. First of all, the Ritma collection is inspired by the minimalist movement of the 1960’s and 70’s. Clean lines, straightforward designs and beautiful colors within work were the most prominent. Machined to perfection using a mixture of meta ..read more

I love Retro 51 Tornado capless rollerball pens.  Retro 51 Tornados feel so comfortable to hold. With their tapered barrel, it’s easy to find the “sweet spot” to hold.  In addition, their look is classic.  I’d recognize a Retro 51 pen(cil) anywhere due to the knurled twist-action retraction mechanism on top.  One of the newer Retro 51 pens is the Retro 51 Tornado Sea Turtle Rescue Ballpoint.  As part of the Rescue series, this pen trails after the recent release of the Cat & Dog Rescue 5 series.  Each design of the Rescue series pens is unique, and brings thes ..read more

In 1959, NASA publicly announced the first seven American astronauts who flew operations for Project Mercury.  They were from a pool of military test pilots for their exceptional skills, courage, and physical endurance. Among them were Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, John Glenn, Gus Grissom, Wally Schirra, Alan Shepard, and Deke Slayton. Their striking silver space suits and white helmets became iconic symbols of America’s early space exploration endeavors. They captivated the imagination of the nation and the world as they embarked on historic missions to push the boundaries of human exp ..read more

Though he is best known as the lead guitarist and vocalist for the Grateful Dead, Jerry Garcia was much more than a musician. His house at 710 Ashbury Street marked the heart of the enlightenment and expression that pulsed through San Francisco in the 1960s. It also fueled Jerry’s profound exploration into painting and visual arts.  Through the new Blackwing Volume 710 Jerry Garcia Pencils, you can see an interpretation of his interest in painting.  You might also be familiar with the famous Jerry Garcia ties.  They’re easy to recognize with their wild color swirls.  I’m a ..read more

So many new pens have been released since my last blog, and I’m going to catch you all up asap.  I’ve been truly busy working hard at getting our new website in working order before releasing it, but I’m sorry I haven’t shared new writing instruments with you all in a while.  This first pen in the series of updates is the new Kaweco Sport Piston Filler Fountain Pen.  We’ve all been waiting for this one for a while now, and I’m so excited that it’s here! https://blog.bertramsinkwell.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/KAWECO_AlltagV3_loop.webm First of all, the Kaweco Sport Piston Fil ..read more

Okay, so TWSBI has done it again with the new TWSBI ECO Dark Sapphire Fountain Pen.  What makes this extra gorgeous is the striking blue resin.  This is a beautiful, deep, vibrant blue on the cap and piston knob.  I also like the matching modern-looking chrome trim.  In addition, be sure to read all the way to the end of this blog for some major news and updates.  First of all, the TWSBI ECO Dark Sapphire Fountain Pen has great value with its piston filling system and affordable price. Like many other TWSBI fountain pens, it features a crystal clear acrylic barrel so ..read more

Stipula pens are known for being substantial.  When I say they’re substantial, I’m referring to not only their size and heft, but similarly substantial in terms of detail.  Even though I love writing with pens of all sizes, the Stipula Etruria Wild Honey Fountain Pen is enjoyable as a thicker, longer, massive pen.  Yet this pen is still so comfortable to hold because its weight is proportionate to the size.  The Wild Honey is so beautiful, and is appropriately named as the deep resin swirls reflect an amber, honey color. First of all, the Etruria model is named after a reg ..read more

Check out the new Retro 51 Tornado Dog & Cat Rescue 5 Pens!  This series has been a success from the start. In addition, your collection can be completed while contributing to such a great cause.   BOW WOW MEOW! Yes, you heard that right, Retro51 is introducing the latest designs in the popular Retro 51 Tornado Dog & Cat Rescue 5 Pens. Similarly, adorable felines and canines are printed around each Tornado barrel in the cutest poses. Therefore, rollerballs, pencils and for the first time, fountain pens are available!  Dog Rescue First of all, we’re introducing ..read more

Keeping in theme with last week’s blog review, here’s an intricately detailed beauty of a pen celebrating the Lunar New Year.  Newly introduced is the ST Dupont Dragon Scales Pen Collection.  I can’t begin to do justice in explaining how ornate these pens are.  However, the pictures below definitely do the collection justice.   While S.T. Dupont doesn’t explicitly say these are a limited edition, I can’t imagine it’s an open ended series.  We’ve got the multifunction fountain pens/rollerballs coming, and the lighters, and ashtray are available via special order.&n ..read more