Porsche Design Tec Flex Laser Ballpoint at Scottsdale Pen

The Porsche Design P3115 Tec Flex Laser Ballpoint Pen is a marvel of creativity - when you click the pen to extend or retract the refill the entire body compresses and releases due to the laser-cut slots. All parts of the pen are crafted from stainless steel with the Porsche Design logo laser etched on the clip and the end cap. The new Porsche Design writing tool brings the fascination of the Tec Flex to perfection.

Porsche Design Tec Flex Laser Ballpoint Pen

Monteverde Poquito Stylus Ballpoints at Scottsdale Pen

We have often been asked if we had a smaller stylus, especially for use on touch-screen phones. We finally have some in the form of the Monteverde Poquito Stylus ballpoint pen. Available in a nice selection of colors, the Poquito Stylus ballpoint works on all touch-screen devices such as iPhones and iPads. These are as accurate as your fingertip but don't leave behind fingerprints. At only $10 these are wonderful gift items or just plain useful for everyday use.

Monteverde Poquito Stylus Ballpoint Pens

Pelikan M101N Lizard at Scottsdale Pen

In honor of Pelikan's 175th Anniversary in 2013, we introduce the Pelikan M101N Lizard Fountain Pen.
Based upon a historical model from 1937 and released as a Special Edition, the patterned cap and barrel are crafted from celluloid acetate and are glossy smooth. The other black fittings are of fine resin, the trim is precious palladium plated, and the 14K gold nib is rhodanized. Pelikan's famous differential piston filling system makes this a bottle fill only, and a smokey gray viewing window allows you to see your ink supply.

Pelikan Special Edition M101N Lizard Fountain Pen

Stipula Rainbow Fountain Pens at Scottsdale Pen

Stipula recently released the Etruria Rainbow limited edition in transparent Italian resins. These fountain pens feature a piston filling mechanism and T-Flex titanium nibs. The F-Flex nib is very responsive and flexes with minimal effort to create nice line variations.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/stipula-etruria-rainbow-blue-tflex-fountain-p-3591.html

Sheaffer Prelude Signature at Scottsdale Pen

Sheaffer has gone upscale this year with the introduction of the Prelude Signature series. Here at Scottsdale Pen we've taken a shine to both the Imperial and the Snakeskin offerings. These finishes and textures represent an excellent value in the highly competitive pen arena and will give you years of writing enjoyment. The Imperial is palladium plated, while the Snakeskin is silver-plated.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/sheaffer-pens-prelude-signature-c-495_570.html

Acme Beatles Liverpool Set at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen is pleased to announce the arrival of the Acme Beatles Liverpool Four Pen rollerball set. This is a serial numbered limited edition of only 600 sets worldwide and features full-length photo portraits of each member of the band on his own pen. These are done in black and white, while each of The Beatles autograph is in blue against a white background.

The Acme Beatles Liverpool Four Pen rollerball set comes attractively packaged in a padded black painted wooden display box. The price is $500 per set.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/acme-beatles-liverpool-four-p-3587.html

Parker Urban Premium 5th Technology at Scottsdale Pen

Parker has enjoyed a huge resurgence in recent years with hits such as the Premier series and the more recent Ingenuity collection. The Ingenuity, introduced in October, 2011, brought us the 5th Technology, a new ink delivery system that has caught on like wildfire.

The Ingenuity is available at prices ranging from $160 to $190 depending upon the finish, while the Urban Premium 5th Technology pens are priced at only $100.

We are currently stocking the Urban Premium 5th in Metallic White and Ebony Black. The curvy body of the Urban Premium is very comfortable to hold with it's wasp waist but thicker grip section. And, of course, it writes beautifully!

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/parker-pens-urban-premium-c-36_562.html

Visconti Rembrandt Orange at Scottsdale Pen

Visconti recently released the Orange Rembrandt, the latest edition to the collection which now also includes  black, blue, red, ivory, and purple. The Visconti Rembrandt series is priced from $145 for the ballpoint to $155 for the fountain pen.

We also added the Visconti Orange Rembrandt Calligraphy set which includes two nib choices, a bottle of Visconti ink, and instructions on how to do calligraphy all for only $195.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/visconti-pens-rembrandt-c-38_354.html

Friday is Fountain Pen Day at Scottsdale Pen

Friday, November 2, 2012 is Fountain Pen Day. There is even a Facebook page for Fountain Pen Day!
The general idea is to promote the awareness of fountain pens and to encourage the ongoing use of fountain pens.

In honor of Fountain Pen Day, Scottsdale Pen will offer 20% off msrp on any fountain pen purchase on Friday. There is no minimum purchase required, but the discount only applies to fountain pens.

Acme Dracula Arrives at Scottsdale Pen

Just in time for that spooky time of year, the Acme Studio has released the limited edition Dracula fountain pen and rollerball set in honor of the 100th anniversary of the death of Bram Stoker. Only 999 pieces will be available worldwide.

The Acme Studio Dracula arrives in an elaborate package resembling an over-sized book. When you open the cover of the book you are greeted with the theme from Bach's Toccata and Fugue as you view Dracula's black coffin. Inside the coffin you will find what you seek.

A bottle of blood, oops, sorry, red ink is included. You're going to love this pen!

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/acme-studio-dracula-limited-edition-fountain-p-3560.html

Card Card Now at Scottsdale Pen

From Friday, October 19, 2012 through Sunday, October 28, 2012, the Care Card will be honored at over 600 Valley retailers and reward you with 20% savings. Each Card Card costs $50.00, the proceeds of which go 100% towards UMOM New Day Centers. UMOM is the largest homeless shelter for families in Arizona. Each year UMOM provides safe shelter, housing, and supportive services for over 6000 homeless children and adults.

This is the 13th Annual Care Card Event sponsored by The Board of Visitors. Since 1908 it has been their mission to serve the healthcare needs of women, children and the elderly. Over the past 12 years, Card Card has raised more than $1.5 million for our community. Your generous participation makes this possible.

Our store has the modest goal of selling five Care Cards this year. Will you please be one of the five?

Porsche Design Tec Flex Black at Scottsdale Pen

The very first Porsche Design writing tool collection gets an update with a new look. In classy and modern black this color version completes the Tec Flex series. Each extraordinary barrel is made of fine woven stainless steel threads which are finished with a special scratch-resistant PVD-coating, as are all of the fittings.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/porsche-design-pens-c-302.html

Delta Hippocratica Doctor's Pens at Scottsdale Pen

Coming very soon, the Delta Hippocratica Doctor's Fountain Pen and Ballpoint Pen.

The Hippocratic Oath is an oath historically taken by physicians, physician assistants and other healthcare professionals swearing to practice medicine ethically and honestly. It is widely believed to have been written by Hippocrates often regarded as the father of western medicine.

The Delta Hippocratica Doctor's Fountain Pen will feature Delta's all new, patented "Fusion" nib, constructed using the combination of 18K gold and stainless steel. Patents are not rewarded easily, so this is very much an innovation in the world of fountain pen nibs and allows ink to flow even more smoothly for your writing pleasure.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/delta-pens-hippocratica-c-50_567.html

William Henry Studio Wood Ballpoints at Scottsdale Pen

The William Henry Studio, operating out of Oregon, has just released a new series of ballpoints crafted from exotic woods. These fabulous creations follow through on the William Henry philosophy of creating the finest pieces they can imagine built to last a lifetime and beyond.

The first pieces in this new series of ballpoint pens are created from Curly Koa, Macassar Ebony, and Spalted Tamarind. We now also have Cocobolo and Box Elder.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/william-henry-knivespens-william-henry-studio-pens-c-193_484.html

Parker Ingenuity Dragon at Scottsdale Pen

Building on the momentum of the hugely successful Ingenuity, brought out by Parker last Fall, they have not only expanded upon the offerings in the line but have just introduced the Dragon. This is a limited production item, a one-time offering to honor the 2012 Chinese Year of the Dragon.

The Dragon is presented in both the standard size and the slim model, the former trimmed in gold, the latter in silver. Either way, you're going to enjoy using the 5th Technology refills, widely acclaimed for their smooth response, dark line, and quick drying time.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/parker-pens-ingenuity-dragon-c-36_563.html

Visconti Van Gogh Self Portrait at Scottsdale Pen

The hugely popular Visconti Van Gogh series gets a new color this fall with the addition of the Self Portrait colleciton. Swirls of navy blue, red, and white envelop the turquoise barrel revealing a final resin that even Van Gogh would have been proud of.

The Visconti Van Gogh Self Portrait series is based upon Vincent Van Gogh's Self Portrait, which was painted in 1889. It is available in fountain pen, rollerball, eco-roller, and ballpoint.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/visconti-pens-gogh-2011-c-38_492.html

Montblanc Starwalker Red Gold Resin Ballpoint at Scottsdale Pen

Montblanc recently released the Starwalker in precious black resin highlighted by red gold plated trim. This popular and contemporary series reaches a new high with this rich look. The grip section swells just so to make this a comfortable pen for all-day writing, while the signature Montblanc snowcap is suspended in the clear bubble of the end cap.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/visconti-pens-gogh-2011-c-38_492.html

Faber-Castell Guilloche Cisele at Scottsdale Pen

The already popular Faber-Castell Guilloche collection has a new edition with the Cisele, featuring a matte finish anthracite grey precious resin body with a herringbone pattern. All trim is rhodium plated making for a stunning combination in contrast.

The Faber-Castell Guilloche Cisele collection is available in fountain pen, rollerball, ballpoint, and mechanical pencil.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/fabercastell-pens-guilloche-c-241_299.html

Cross Click Now at Scottsdale Pen

Let your ideas flow smoothly the Cross Click slim gel ink retractable pen - the latest edition to the Classic Century collection that modernizes this iconic silhouette and adds new writing functionality.

The Cross Click is the first ever click mechanism Cross pen and is featured in popular colors and finishes with blackened fittings. Limited lifetime guarantee.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/cross-pens-click-c-89_564.html

Lamy 2000 Brushed Stainless at Scottsdale Pen

The Lamy 2000 is a classic design in the pen industry dating to the mid-1960's. The series has achieved worldwide acclaim for it's minimalist design with superb form and function.

So, how do you make a classic better?

Well, you retain all of the original features but create a new body to house them. Instead of fiberglass reinforced nylon, use brushed stainless steel. Now you have a pen that writes and fills the same way, but rather than being super lightweight, you have a pen with heft.

The Lamy 2000 Brushed Stainless Steel Collection is a modern masterpiece, built to endure and perform for a lifetime.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/lamy-pens-2000-c-139_227.html

Parker 5th Technology Expansion at Scottsdale Pen

Parker introduced their innovative 5th Technology one year ago with the launch of the Ingenuity.  Having received worldwide acclaim for this new writing experience, Parker has expanded the number of offerings in their line that accept 5th Technology refills. This broadens the price points from a low of $80 for an IM Premium with the 5th Tech, up to a current high of $210 for a Sonnet with the same.

Previously, the Ingenuity ranged in price from $160 to $190. With the addition of the IM Premium, the Urban Premium, and the Sonnet all outfitted to accept 5th Technology refills, even more individuals can enjoy this writing phenomenon.

Here are some helpful links so that you can learn more and track down the 5th Technology pen that best suits your needs and your budget:

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/parker-pens-premium-c-36_398.html

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/parker-pens-ingenuity-c-36_500.html

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/parker-pens-urban-premium-c-36_562.html

Cross Tech 3+ at Scottsdale Pen

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/cross-pens-tech3-c-89_234.html


The Cross Tech3+ gives you three writing options plus a stylus in one clever multi-tasker. With a smooth twist, switch from black ballpoint to red ballpoint to pencil.

The Cross Tech3+'s black fine-point ball-point pen is perfect for everyday writing- taking notes, writing checks, or signing your name. Need to edit something, just turn this multi-purpose pen to its red-fine point ball-point pen. And when the moments calls for precision, Tech3's 0.5mm pencil does the trick. A double-sided eraser hides beneath the screw-off end cap, which houses the stylus, suitable for use on all touch screen devices. Optional non-stylus end cap included.

Limited lifetime guarantee. 5 3/8" closed.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/cross-pens-tech3-c-89_234.html

Taccia Timeless Ballpoints at Scottsdale Pen

The Taccia Timeless ballpoint pens in either copper-plate or gunmetal are going to knock your socks off! These are solidly made pens with a brass base and attractive finishes with the added benefit of wood inlays. The twist action is simple to use, and the refills are Parker-style for ease of replacement. An attractive leather zip case is included with each pen.

Taccia Timeless Ballpoint Pens carry a lifetime mechanical guarantee.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/taccia-pens-c-514.html

Caran d'Ache ALCHEMIX now at Scottsdale Pen

The legendary Caran d'Ache Goliath ballpoint refill is rated to write over 400 notebook pages. It is not only long-lasting, but also smooth-writing and skip-free - easily one of the best ballpoint refills made if not the best ballpoint refill made.

Having said that, it is always exciting to be able to offer another Caran d'Ache product that employs the Goliath, and the Alchemix will not disappoint. In their words, "With a bold fusion of materials and design, the Alchemix collection is a skillful combination of elements. Pure outlines, high–tech materials... Alchemix is the perfect amalgam of power, strength and elegance."

The Caran d'Ache Alchemix ballpoint pens are currently being offered in five finishes including white, wenge wood, glossy black, matte graphite, and carbon fiber. At only $75 each these are going to be a monster hit!

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/caran-dache-pens-alchemix-c-28_561.html

2012 Limited Vanishing Point in Charcoal Black

The Pilot 2012 Limited Edition Vanishing Point Retractable Fountain Pen in Charcoal Black is due next week. Only 2012 pieces have been released worldwide, and of those 850 will be available in the U.S.
Our allotment is merely 15, and several have already been claimed, so please act soon if you are at all interested.

These limited edition Vanishing Points generally sell out quickly, and after several years of pastel colors, the charcoal black is going to be gobbled up.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/pilot-vanishing-point-2012-limited-charcoal-marble-fountain-p-3493.html

Caran d'Ache RNX.316 Ballpoint at Scottsdale Pen

Late in 2011, Caran d'Ache introduced the RNX.316 series, a combination of a round grip section and a hexagonal barrel all crafted from stainless steel. An interesting pattern is etched into the body of the pen, which is a bit thicker and heavier than the ever-popular Ecridor series.

The quiet click action accesses the fabulous and long-lasting Goliath refill. Swiss quality is never more evident than in this series, which carries a limited lifetime guarantee.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/caran-dache-rnx316-ballpoint-p-3470.html

Pelikan M200 Demonstrator at Scottsdale Pen

The Pelikan Special Edition M200 Demonstrator fountain pen has just arrived at Scottsdale Pen. The demonstrator is a showcase for the now famous differential piston mechanism, first introduced in 1929 and achieving great popularity through these many decades with little variation. Highly polished crystal clear acrylic resin with gold-plated nib and fittings are the main features of this modest beauty.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/pelikan-special-edition-m200-demonstrator-fountain-p-3469.html

Short Vacation This Weekend

Scottsdale Pen will close today, Friday, July 20, 2012 at 2pm and reopen again Tuesday, July 24, 2012 at 10am if all goes according to plan. We are taking our Airstream up to the north country for some cooler temperatures, hiking, and family fun.

Any orders placed during this period will be processed and shipped on either Tuesday or Wednesday, July 24-25.

Thank you and have a great weekend!

Acme Beatles Card Case Recall

We have just been informed that all previously released Acme Beatles card cases, which were part of the "record set" pen and card case combinations, have been recalled. The clear coat on each case is prone to peeling off, so Acme is in the process of rebuilding all of those items and will automatically ship those to us in about six weeks. If you purchased one of the sets in question, and even if your case has not peeled yet, a replacement case will be available to you at no charge.

Acme did keep track of the serial numbers that each dealer purchased, so we will be receiving the correct numbers to replace your item.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused you, but we are very pleased with the pro-active approach that Acme is taking on this issue.

Retro 51 Hex-O-Matics are Back at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen is very happy to announce that Retro 51 has brought back the Hex-o-matic series in both black and silver in the ballpoint and the mechanical pencil 0.7mm, $35 for either. These have been out of stock for several months, but we're good to go now...

We Are Open on July 4th

Scottsdale Pen will be open on July 4th.

Don't Leave Your Pens in Hot Cars

Now that summer weather is upon most of us, I thought it timely to mention that you should not leave your fine pen sitting in your hot car. Temperatures inside of your closed car can quickly soar into the  mid to upper 100's, which can cause cartridges to pop or materials to warp or split.

I learned this the hard way last April when temperatures were probably only in the 80's or 90's and one of my ballpoint pens popped a refill, which totally gummed up the mechanism. It took much rinsing with a formula of clear ammonia and water and many twisted up paper towels inserted into the pen to clean out the majority of the mess and get the pen working again.

So be safe - don't leave your pen in your hot car!

How to Keep Your Fountain Pen Writing Smoothly

The number one problem fountain pen users have is keeping their pen running smoothly. We hear this all the time: "I bought this pen a while ago and it wrote fine at first, but now it skips or doesn't write at all."

As a general rule, all that's needed is a cleaning as there is dried ink pigment clogging the works. What this means is that the nib and feed section must be flushed out. If you have the "converter", which is an optional device to fill the pen from a bottle, or if the pen has a built in piston, you will operate these to fill and flush your pen repeatedly until the water runs clear. Just use tepid water, no soap, no cleaning agents of any sort.

If you have been using cartridges, you still have to flush the system, but you're going to have to actually blow water repeatedly through the works. I do this all of the time here at the shop and it works very well.

If your fountain pen is still being stubborn after these steps, you can ramp up the cleaning solution with 10% clear ammonia. Ammonia will dissolve any remaining ink pigment in the feed. Obviously, you cannot to this if you are lacking a converter or piston. Do not put this kind of solution in your mouth!

Usually these simple methods will get your pen back in original working order.

Manufacturer Warranties

All pens at Scottsdale Pen carry a guarantee, or warranty, varying in length from one year to a lifetime.
Once a pen has been used and something goes wrong, and as long as the pen is within the warranty period, the item is shipped to the manufacturer for service. Each manufacturer handles these repairs in their own way, sometimes replacing defective parts, and at other times replacing the entire pen. The only cost to the customer is the shipping charges in a warranty situation.

There are often lengthy waiting periods for repairs ranging from a few weeks to a few months depending upon the manufacturer. The average waiting time is in the 8-12 week range.

Outside of the warranty period it is up to the consumer whether or not their pen is worth repairing and those decisions are made on a case-by-case basis.

Delta Hawaii Limited Ballpoint Arrives at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen has just received it's first Delta Hawaii Kanaka Maoli Limited Edition Ballpoint Pen. This is the latest issue in the Delta Indigenous Peoples Collection, and many say this is their finest effort yet! As an avid fan of the Hawaiian Islands, the people, the history, and the culture, I have to agree. See for yourself by clicking here: http://www.scottsdalepen.com/delta-hawaii-kanaka-maoli-limited-edition-ballpoint-p-3431.html

Expanded Rhodia Selection at Scottsdale Pen

I have to admit, I'm a year behind on updating my Rhodia web pages. Today I finally added in many items that have been here since last spring. If you regularly visit our store you've seen the Rhodia tower not too far from the front door, but at last if you are an on-line shopper you can see a better representation of what Rhodia products we carry.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/rhodia-writing-pads-c-418.html?osCsid=a68f8399354508679c25fa2932618d18

Quiver Pen Holders Now at Scottsdale Pen

One of our very good customers came into the shop earlier this year and raved about a product called the Quiver. So, we hunted them down and brought them in for you! Hand-crafted from leather or ballistic nylon, these handy pen holders strap to the hard cover of your favorite journal (or tablet) for your carrying pleasure!

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/quiver-c-554.html?osCsid=7b087d9e23a7df1a97e8dd5d80f41888

Delta Hawaii Kanaka Moali Limited Edition

Scottsdale Pen is pleased to announce the arrival of the latest in the Delta Indigenous People's Collection, the Hawaii Kanaka Moali limited edition fountain pen. If you have any love for the Hawaiian Islands and their people and culture, you're going to absolutely flip for this fabulous design. Please click through to view the entire description and numerous photos to fully appreciate this amazing limited edition...

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/delta-hawaii-kanaka-maoli-limited-edition-fountain-p-3397.html

Think John Wayne Limited Edition at Scottsdale Pen

The THINK John Wayne limited edition rollerball pen just arrived at Scottsdale Pen. There is no other Hollywood figure that is so closely identified with the Old West, and "The Duke" starred in over 140 feature films, many of which were set against the background of Arizona and southern Utah. This edition is being produced in a limited run of 888 fountain pens and 888 rollerballs worldwide.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/think-john-wayne-limited-edition-rollerball-p-3396.html

Schrade USA Limited Editions at Scottsdale Pen

I have just posted some knives from my personal collection. This includes limited editions from Schrade USA and Boker. Each item is from the 1970's to early 1980's and is new-in-the-box, never used, with original factory edge, box, and papers. A little polish will be needed in some cases to bring the bolsters back up to shiny, but other than that these are desirable collectibles.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/-c-85.html

Pelikan Edelstein Turmaline Ink Now at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen recently acquired the new Pelikan Edelstein Turmaline Ink of the Year. This is the first in a series for the Pelikan Edelstein line, which already includes such best sellers as Onyx, Sapphire, and Topaz. We also recently added Tanzanite to the batting order.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/pelikan-edelstein-premium-turmaline-bottled-year-p-3285.html

MET Sealing Wax and Tiffany Mosaic Column Ballpoints

Scottsdale Pen is now showing the MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art) Sealing Wax and Tiffany Mosaic Column ballpoint pens. These items are based upon art in the collection at the museum and are solidly made and colorfully presented.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/metropolitan-museum-c-396.html?osCsid=1633a344a42a6870bc4f1a9f2fa035fc

Stipula Casa Mila Limited Edition at Scottsdale Pen

The Stipula Etruria Casa Mila limited edition fountain pen and ballpoint pen are now in stock at Scottsdale Pen. This series of pens is a tribute to Antoni Gaudí, the architect and best-known representative of the early 20th century Modernist movement of Catalonia, Spain, famous for his unique and highly individualistic style characterized by fantastical organic forms inspired by nature.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/stipula-fountain-pens-etruria-c-150_511.html

Monteverde Catalina Click Ballpoints at Scottsdale Pen

We are often asked for click-action ballpoint pens, but most of the manufacturers provide twist-action. Monteverde recently released the Catalina Collection featuring click ballpoints, much to our general glee. Not only do you get pearlescent resins, you have the quick click action cap, too. The Monteverde Catalina ballpoints feature a Parker-style refill and a lifetime guarantee.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/monteverde-pens-catalina-c-52_548.html

Stipula DaVinci Carbon T Lands at Scottsdale Pen

The Stipula DaVinci Capless Fountain Pen design has been around for a little while, but it gets a fresh, new, hi-tech look in the Carbon T with a matte finish carbon fiber body, titanium coated trim, and some fun paint. Armed with a (T-Flex) flexible titanium nib, the retractable Carbon T is a marvel of engineering and makes for not only a great writing instrument, but a wonderful conversation item, too.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/stipula-fountain-pens-davinci-carbon-c-150_547.html

New Acme Beatles Items Now at Scottsdale Pen

The Acme Studio in Maui, Hawaii has just released the latest in The Beatles Collection including three pen/card case sets and two year pens. This would include Revolver, Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band, Magical Mystery Tour, 1966, and 1967.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/acme-pens-beatles-c-152_452.html

Delta MOMODESIGN Ballpoint at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen has just received the first issue of the Delta Limited Edition 30th Anniversary MOMODESIGN Ballpoint Pen. This is one very cool design, one that will certainly attract attention with its forward thinking styling and the use of carbon fiber combined with marbled orange celluloid.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/delta-momodesign-limited-edition-ballpoint-p-3265.html

Delta Markiaro Collections Now at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen has received its first shipments of two new lines from Delta: the Markiaro Gaiolat and the Markiaro Posillipo. Both are 100% made in Italy by Delta and feature hand turned bars of colorful pearlescent resin. These are priced for everyday use and represent an excellent value for European manufactured items.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/delta-pens-markiaro-gaiolat-c-50_546.html

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/delta-pens-markiaro-posillipo-c-50_545.html

New Conklin Crescent Filler Colors in Stock

Scottsdale Pen has just received three new colors in the famous Conklin Crescent Filler series; Halloween, Mocha, and Spearmint. Mark Twain loved his Crescent Filler, endorsing the product enthusiastically and becoming a Conklin spokesman for many years.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/conklin-pens-crescent-filler-c-44_379.html?osCsid=c2ca1a5e18da9ff35a77b7e61c4ffac6

Pen Event This Saturday, May 5th

This Saturday, May 5, 2012, Scottsdale Pen will host Ken Jones, the newly appointed Vice President of Sales for Yafa. Ken represents Conklin, Delta, Monteverde, and Stipula and we will be offering 25% off any purchase over $100 for any of the brands listed or combination thereof.

Ken is shipping in a large assortment of items from those brands, so we'll have plenty of stock on hand for immediate delivery! We anticipate Ken will be here from 11am to 6pm.

This will be an excellent opportunity for you to shop for Mother's Day (May 13th), graduation, or Father's Day (June 17).

We are looking forward to seeing you or hearing from you.

Retro 51 Blooms, King and Queen Are Here

Retro 51 has been busy lately releasing three new ideas just in time for Mother's Day, graduation, and Father's Day. Blooms is a limited production items of only 500 pieces worldwide and exhibits a colorful floral theme:
http://www.scottsdalepen.com/retro-pens-limited-production-c-64_70.html

The Retro 51 King and Queen releases are gifts, well, fit for a King or a Queen. If you're looking for a couple of easy ideas to honor mom and/or dad, look no further:
http://www.scottsdalepen.com/retro-tornado-king-rollerball-p-3297.html
http://www.scottsdalepen.com/retro-tornado-queen-rollerball-p-3296.html

Gumdrop Stylus Pens Now at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen presents the Gumdrop Stylus and ballpoint pen combination, suitable for use with all capacitive screens, such as iPhones and iPads, or with paper. With both caps off you can switch rapidly between using the stylus or taking actual notes. If you only need one function, the one cap will post on top of the other due to the six-sided faceted design.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/gumdrop-cases-stylusballpoint-p-3293.html

New Porsche Design Twist Shake Pen

Have you seen the Porsche Design Twisted barrel shaker pen yet at Scottsdale Pen? Not only does it offer a cool mechanism, but it also has a twisted barrel design, too. The Twist Shaker Pen activates your senses on several levels with visual and tactile appeal followed by the fun-factor of shaking the pen to repel and retract the refill.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/porsche-design-p3140-twist-shaker-p-3287.html

Gallery Leather Journals Now at Scottsdale Pen

We're pleased to announce the arrival of Gallery Leather Journals at Scottsdale Pen . Handcrafted in Bar Harbor, Maine using bonded leather, Gallery Leather Journals come in either hardcover or softcover and in a variety of sizes.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/gallery-leather-journals-c-539.html?osCsid=a8be93d3d65ecb15b0547543bfabcfe6

Monteverde Artista Crystal Now in Stock

Scottsdale Pen is pleased to announce the arrival of the all new Monteverde Artista Crystal Demonstrator series in your choice of clear, lime green, turquoise, and pink priced between $35 and $45. These are lots of fun since you can see through each pen, whether it is a ballpoint, a rollerball, or a fountain pen.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/monteverde-pens-artista-crystal-c-52_527.html

Namiki/Pilot Event Saturday, March 31, 2012

Scottsdale Pen will host John Lane, the National Sales Manager for Namiki/Pilot on Saturday, March 31, 2012. For this one day only we'll be offering 25% off msrp on any order over $100 for those brands.

This special pricing applies whether you walk in, call in, or e-mail. We look forward to seeing you or hearing from you.

Visconti Istos Aracnis Limited Edition Fountain Pen

Scottsdale Pen is pleased to have snagged one of only 38 of the Visconti Istos Aracnis limited edition fountain pens with red enamel. This stunning fountain pen features a black Lucite body with a sterling silver overlay in the form of a spider in a web. The spider is enameled in black, while the web is highlighted in red. Learn more here:

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/visconti-limited-edition-istos-aracnis-fountain-p-3240.html

Cross Tech4 Now at Scottsdale Pen

Cross has just introduced the Tech4, the latest in their family of multi-function pens. The Cross Tech4 includes ballpoint refills in black, blue, and red, but the cool feature is when you click over to pencil mode an eraser pops out of the end cap! Learn more at this link:

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/cross-pens-tech4-c-89_523.html

Bexley Fountain Pens Now at Scottsdale Pen

We are pleased to announce the arrival of Bexley fountain pens from both the Corona and the Elegancia series. Bexley is one of the few remaining American-made pens. They offer an excellent value and feature German-made nibs.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/bexley-pens-c-515.html

S.T. Dupont Defi Limited Edition Blacklight Ballpoint Pen

S.T. Dupont announced the limited edition Blacklight ballpoint pen in August, 2011. We had expected possible delivery sometime in the last quarter of the year, but it didn't show up until February, 2012. Although there was a slight design alteration from the original plans, Dupont has presented a stealth look with a glow-in-the-dark logo. Very cool!

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/dupont-defi-blacklight-limited-edition-ballpoint-p-3204.html

Pelikan Souveran M600 Tortoiseshell White

Pelikan recently released the limited production Souveran M600 Tortoiseshell White fountain pen. It features a gorgeous sea turtle green celluloid barrel with lots of streaks of brown and pearl mixed in. Both the grip section and the cap are white with all trim gold-plated.

The nib is two-tone 14K gold while the pen itself fills with Pelikan's famous differential piston system.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/pelikan-souveran-tortoiseshell-white-fountain-p-3230.html

Wedgewood Pens at Scottsdale Pen

Have you seen the pens from Wedgewood? These are brass bodied writing instruments with a lacquered finish that resembles the famous pottery of the same name. Wedgewood pens are available in fountain pen, rollerball, and ballpoint and are priced from $120 to $160.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/wedgewood-pens-c-521.html?osCsid=7cbe3aa6c7c79eabb0e90c29cc6ece91

Carved Graphite Pencils Now at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen is pleased to announce the arrival of carved graphite pencils from the Batle Studio in San Francisco. These unique miniature sculptures are created from a secret process invented by artist Agelio Batle using a mixture of carbon and polymers resulting in smudge free graphite writing instruments. Although breakable, these carvings can last for up to nine years even when used daily and can write from any surface.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/carved-graphite-pencils-c-520.html?osCsid=1c727fa51c1db2592aa005fbaeb8be60

Aurora TU Rose Gold Now at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen is now featuring the Aurora TU with rose gold trim. Previously available in black resin with chrome trim, the Aurora TU with rose gold is a unique and richer look.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/aurora-pens-c-21_448.html

Montegrappa Parola Now at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen is pleased to announce the arrival of the Montegrappa Parola in fountain pen, rollerball, and ballpoint models. The Parola is an "entry level" model of the famous NeroUno, the main difference being a rounded body on the Parola rather than the faceted body of the more senior members of the family.

The Montegrappa Parola is a full-sized series of pens with notable heft. We love Montegrappa's attention to fine detail from the gem like cap topper to the "1912" logo on the end cap of the barrel on fountain pens and rollerballs.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/montegrappa-parola-c-339_519.html

New Moleskine Added at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen has expanded its offering of Moleskine journals with the addition of the music notebook and the sketchbook. They have also added the color red in both the large ruled and plain journals.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/moleskine-journals-c-419.html?osCsid=65753af1bc10ac4fbfa8cd96fbe332f7

New Noodler's Inks Arrive at Scottsdale Pen

Scottsdale Pen has added some new inks to their Noodler's selection this week including Bernacke Black, Bernacke Blue, The Blue Nose Bear, American Eel Blue, American Eel Turquoise, and Black Swan in English Roses. http://www.scottsdalepen.com/refillsink-noodlers-c-114_175.html

Sherpa Announces Year of the Dragon

The makers of the popular Sherpa pen shell announced today the upcoming Limited Edition Year of the Dragon Sherpa. Only 888 pieces will be released worldwide to commemorate the 2012 Chinese Year of the Dragon.

The body of the pen will feature green dragon scales while all trim will be in black. A dragon logo will appear on the clip and a serial number will be on the cap band. These will sell for $39.95 and we expect sales to be brisk.

Scottsdale Pen is proud to distribute this reasonably priced collectible.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/sherpa-year-dragon-limited-edition-p-3203.html

January Clearance Sale at Scottsdale Pen

January is always a time to restock the shop after a busy holiday season, but it is also a time to reconsider the merchandise mix, or to prepare for new ideas in the pipeline.

In that spirit, the Scottsdale Pen January Sale and Clearance is now in full effect. Numerous items shown at 20-40% off msrp can be found by clicking on the Specials icon in the header of our site.

For a limited time, we are also offering 25% off on these in-stock items:

Waterman Exception and Carene;

Visconti Michelangelo, Opera, and Van Gogh;

S.T. Dupont;

and Parker Premier.

These discounts apply if you walk-in, call-in, or e-mail. We apologize that we cannot show these discounts on our website due to manufacturer restrictions.

Parker Ingenuity Soars at Scottsdale Pen

Happy New Year!

We're off to a flying start for 2012 with the Parker Ingenuity leading the way. Certainly curiosity has driven some sales of the Ingenuity, but there have been a number of repeat purchasers, too, indicating a high level of satisfaction with the writing experience.

We must stress that this is not a fountain pen, nor is it meant to persuade loyal fountain pen users to switch. This is a new, patent pending ink delivery system more akin to a fiber tip from a refill similar to a rollerball housed in a shell that looks like a fountain pen. The tip itself is thermoplastic with noticeable flex and a smooth, dark delivery. Parker tells us that these refills will not leak when flying, and the tip will not flatten or push in either.

http://www.scottsdalepen.com/parker-pens-ingenuity-c-36_500.html

Happy New Year from Scottsdale Pen

The "staff" at Scottsdale Pen wishes you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year! We also thank you for your past support in helping to keep us growing. We look forward to another exciting year in 2012, the Chinese Year of the Dragon.