On Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 from noon to 7pm we will host four manufacturer reps representing Delta, Dupont, Monteverde, Namiki/Pilot and Visconti. There will be special discounts offered and new models introduced.
We have just received our first shipment of the Pilot Fermo retractable fountain pens in black, blue, and silver. These operate with a twist of the tail rather than with a clicker like on the sister model Vanishing Point. The Fermo is also just a bit slimmer than the Vanishing Point, but features the same excellent nib/feed/converter.
Coming this week are the first samples of the Metropolitan Museum of Art Tiffany Pine Bough series as seen in Pen World, April 2010, page 32.
We're also expecting a number of new items from Cross including the Advantage Chrome/Mosaic, the Masquerade, the Sauvage Smoke/Stingray, and a variety of leather goods. Also, under the Franklin-Covey name, we'll have examples of the Melbourne, Nantucket, Harrisburg, Bristol, and Freemont, all priced between $7.99 and $14.99 and perfect for corporate gift giving and engraving.
We'll also be receiving some fabulous Iroshizuku bottled ink from Pilot in nine different colors.
Monday, May 3, 2010
Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Visconti Homo Sapiens Lava Pens Arrived
Yesterday the first of the Visconti Homo Sapiens collection arrived. The look is unlike any other pen on the market with their dense but porous basaltic lava bodies from Mt. Etna in Sicily, Italy. This material is virtually unbreakable, flameproof, and absorbs sweat during use. It is dense to the touch and wonderfully highlighted by bronze fittings, which lean towards a pale rose gold color. The name Homo Sapiens was chosen "to symbolize how two uniquely human activities, writing and metallurgy, form the basis of all writing instruments."
The Homo Sapiens fountain pen has numerous unique features, not the least of which is the just-developed two-tone 23K palladium Dreamtouch nib. It has a moderate amount of flex and is extremely corrosion resistant due to its purity. The piston rod in the High Vacuum Power Filler is titanium, known for its strength, light weight, and non-corrosive properties. The system itself does not leak on airplanes and holds the equivalent of ten ink cartridges.
Overall, the Visconti Homo Sapiens collection represents a significant step forward in the use of unusual materials, both ancient and space-aged at the same time, in the creation of understated, elegant writing instruments.
The Homo Sapiens fountain pen has numerous unique features, not the least of which is the just-developed two-tone 23K palladium Dreamtouch nib. It has a moderate amount of flex and is extremely corrosion resistant due to its purity. The piston rod in the High Vacuum Power Filler is titanium, known for its strength, light weight, and non-corrosive properties. The system itself does not leak on airplanes and holds the equivalent of ten ink cartridges.
Overall, the Visconti Homo Sapiens collection represents a significant step forward in the use of unusual materials, both ancient and space-aged at the same time, in the creation of understated, elegant writing instruments.
Friday, April 9, 2010
Pen Event April 17th, New Arrivals
Our first pen show of the year will be April 17th featuring Acme, Faber-Castell, and Michel Perchin pens and accessories. There will be special pricing and new items to view.
Speaking of new items, we're constantly on the hunt for new additions to the store.
The Delta Dolcevita Oro has arrived in all of its orange glory with a gorgeous orange leather pen case, too.
From Noodler's Ink we've added in several new bulletproof inks including #41 Brown, Bad Belted King Fisher, Bad Black Moccasin, and Bad Blue Heron.
The Sherpa line has continued to perform well and we've added Flower Child, Short Circuit, and Mr. Pinstripe II to the assortment.
We're also pleased to announce the arrival of The Metropolitan Museum of Art ballpoint pen collection. At only $30.00 each these are sure winners for the ladies in your life.
Scottsdale Pen was recently awarded a Four Star rating by Talk of The Town for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction. While we are pleased to have earned this unexpected honor, we will strive to improve since we'd like to have all five stars next to our name!
Until next time...
Speaking of new items, we're constantly on the hunt for new additions to the store.
The Delta Dolcevita Oro has arrived in all of its orange glory with a gorgeous orange leather pen case, too.
From Noodler's Ink we've added in several new bulletproof inks including #41 Brown, Bad Belted King Fisher, Bad Black Moccasin, and Bad Blue Heron.
The Sherpa line has continued to perform well and we've added Flower Child, Short Circuit, and Mr. Pinstripe II to the assortment.
We're also pleased to announce the arrival of The Metropolitan Museum of Art ballpoint pen collection. At only $30.00 each these are sure winners for the ladies in your life.
Scottsdale Pen was recently awarded a Four Star rating by Talk of The Town for Excellence in Customer Satisfaction. While we are pleased to have earned this unexpected honor, we will strive to improve since we'd like to have all five stars next to our name!
Until next time...
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
And Winter fades into Spring...
Yes, it looks like the Arizona winter has yielded to spring as the skies have cleared and the temperatures have jumped. The storms of the El Nino have most likely neared the end of their strong run for the first quarter of 2010 leaving hefty rain and snow totals behind, and we thank Mother Nature for that gift!
Along the way there has been significant pen activity, too.
On the heels of the overly popular and difficult to find Lamy Dialog 3 retractable, twist action fountain pen, Pilot has announced the pending arrival in May of the same in their Fermo. The Stipula Da Vinci Carbon T, although much higher end, is well worth considering, too.
Speaking of Stipula, they have hit it big this year with both the Passaporto and the Model T fountain pens.
In our store, Visconti has a surprise monster in their Opera Master amber demonstrator. We can't seem to keep those in stock! On the other end of the spectrum, the Rembrandt series is catching on quickly.
THINK has just sent out the first of the Dr. Seuss limited edition fountain pens and rollerballs, limited to only 888 1/2 of each worldwide. These are wonderfully presented in Seussian red and white striped bodies!
Retro 51 has released new colors in their Tornado line, including purple and ice blue.
Monteverde is running fast with the new Invincia Titanium and Invincia Stealth. Their value-priced Prima line is looking very good, too.
We've been very pleased with the Parker Premier series, released in the last quarter of 2009. This collection is a solid value with all-metal construction and impressive lines that say "Parker", but in an updated manner. I'd compare these in quality and popularity with the Waterman Exception line, a sister company to Parker. Both are manufactured in France.
Well, that's enough for today, but there will be more news soon!
Along the way there has been significant pen activity, too.
On the heels of the overly popular and difficult to find Lamy Dialog 3 retractable, twist action fountain pen, Pilot has announced the pending arrival in May of the same in their Fermo. The Stipula Da Vinci Carbon T, although much higher end, is well worth considering, too.
Speaking of Stipula, they have hit it big this year with both the Passaporto and the Model T fountain pens.
In our store, Visconti has a surprise monster in their Opera Master amber demonstrator. We can't seem to keep those in stock! On the other end of the spectrum, the Rembrandt series is catching on quickly.
THINK has just sent out the first of the Dr. Seuss limited edition fountain pens and rollerballs, limited to only 888 1/2 of each worldwide. These are wonderfully presented in Seussian red and white striped bodies!
Retro 51 has released new colors in their Tornado line, including purple and ice blue.
Monteverde is running fast with the new Invincia Titanium and Invincia Stealth. Their value-priced Prima line is looking very good, too.
We've been very pleased with the Parker Premier series, released in the last quarter of 2009. This collection is a solid value with all-metal construction and impressive lines that say "Parker", but in an updated manner. I'd compare these in quality and popularity with the Waterman Exception line, a sister company to Parker. Both are manufactured in France.
Well, that's enough for today, but there will be more news soon!
Friday, January 29, 2010
Lamy Dialog 3
Where does the time go? I can't believe its been so long since my last post. Anyway, Happy New Year. Hope your holidays were merry and bright. Scottsdale Pen did very well, thank you.
We were disappointed that the Lamy Dialog 3 didn't arrive until the week after Christmas since there had been so much excited anticipation beginning in mid-October. However, regardless of the timing of their arrival, I must say that the execution of the design is amazing enough and that the Lamy Dialog 3 does not dissappoint in any regard.
The operation of the mechanism is flawless. The clip retracts slightly, the ball valve throws flawlessy, and the nib is a tried and true model already in use on other successful Lamy models. In the limited world of retractable fountain pens, Lamy has most firmly established itself as a player. While it may not unseat the Pilot Vanishing Point in this field, I expect it will perform very well in the years ahead.
While a bit on the thick side, you'll find this is very comfortable to hold. And you're going to love the twist mechanism itself- its just too cool- almost like playing with a switchblade knife according to one avid pen and knife collector.
We were disappointed that the Lamy Dialog 3 didn't arrive until the week after Christmas since there had been so much excited anticipation beginning in mid-October. However, regardless of the timing of their arrival, I must say that the execution of the design is amazing enough and that the Lamy Dialog 3 does not dissappoint in any regard.
The operation of the mechanism is flawless. The clip retracts slightly, the ball valve throws flawlessy, and the nib is a tried and true model already in use on other successful Lamy models. In the limited world of retractable fountain pens, Lamy has most firmly established itself as a player. While it may not unseat the Pilot Vanishing Point in this field, I expect it will perform very well in the years ahead.
While a bit on the thick side, you'll find this is very comfortable to hold. And you're going to love the twist mechanism itself- its just too cool- almost like playing with a switchblade knife according to one avid pen and knife collector.
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Tough Pens for Tough Times
The latest Stylus magazine, Fall 2009, has come out and features an article called "Steel Yourself: Three Moderately Priced Fountain Pens for Tough Economic Times" starting on page 80. Howard Edelstein and Mel Strohminger Road Test the Waterman Phileas, the Pelikan Pura, and the Libelle Chromatic Sport in red.
All three score in the 89 to 92 point range on a scale of 100 points with the Waterman and the Pelikan tied at an average of 91, while the Libelle comes in right behind at an average of 90. Scottsdale Pen carries all three models and can agree that all three models are top performers in their price range ($75- $85).
All three score in the 89 to 92 point range on a scale of 100 points with the Waterman and the Pelikan tied at an average of 91, while the Libelle comes in right behind at an average of 90. Scottsdale Pen carries all three models and can agree that all three models are top performers in their price range ($75- $85).
Friday, September 25, 2009
Montegrappa Arrives and Other Delights
We're very excited to announce the arrival of our first items from Montegrappa, the NeroUno collection. At the same time, Montegrappa announced new, lower pricing, too! You can't beat the Italians for style- the pens from Montegrappa are truly beautiful.
The big hits of the summer were the Pilot M90 and the Pilot Vanishing Point in Vivid Red, both limited edition fountain pens. They came and went in one heck of a hurry. But, no use in crying over spilled milk, let's look forward to the next hot pens...
Coming this last quarter look for the Lamy Dialog 3, a retractable fountain pen. Oh yeah, baby, this is going to be hotter than Phoenix in August. Lamy will also introduce the violet Studio series.
Visconti is bringing out variations on the Divina series including the limited edition Divine Proportions ballpoint, and the Divina Royale. These are going to really jazz up the holiday season. They are also introducing the very limited Knight's Templar fountain pen. For everyday, you'll love the all new value-priced Rembrandt series.
We'll have the new Faber-Castell Ambition Rhombus in engraved precious resin very shortly.
Sailor will be landing here within the next week with new demonstators in the Professional and Sapporo lines. The Procolor 500 series will also arrive in four great colors along with the Sapporo purple!
The Parker Premier series will be at full strength and all three modes will be on display within the next 10 days.
The Cross Affinity collection has arrived at special introductory prices through the end of the year. And in a similar mode, the Pilot Knight collection of value-priced pens are now here at full strength.
Caran d'Ache has just announced the release of their popular office pens in the all new Zodiac series. We'll have this display within the next two weeks. Hey, what's your sign?
And have you seen the Pilot Custom 823 Demonstrator yet? A great fountain pen for everyday with a huge ink capacity!
Wow, that should do it for now. Come and see us soon! Our store hours will expand in October to Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm.
The big hits of the summer were the Pilot M90 and the Pilot Vanishing Point in Vivid Red, both limited edition fountain pens. They came and went in one heck of a hurry. But, no use in crying over spilled milk, let's look forward to the next hot pens...
Coming this last quarter look for the Lamy Dialog 3, a retractable fountain pen. Oh yeah, baby, this is going to be hotter than Phoenix in August. Lamy will also introduce the violet Studio series.
Visconti is bringing out variations on the Divina series including the limited edition Divine Proportions ballpoint, and the Divina Royale. These are going to really jazz up the holiday season. They are also introducing the very limited Knight's Templar fountain pen. For everyday, you'll love the all new value-priced Rembrandt series.
We'll have the new Faber-Castell Ambition Rhombus in engraved precious resin very shortly.
Sailor will be landing here within the next week with new demonstators in the Professional and Sapporo lines. The Procolor 500 series will also arrive in four great colors along with the Sapporo purple!
The Parker Premier series will be at full strength and all three modes will be on display within the next 10 days.
The Cross Affinity collection has arrived at special introductory prices through the end of the year. And in a similar mode, the Pilot Knight collection of value-priced pens are now here at full strength.
Caran d'Ache has just announced the release of their popular office pens in the all new Zodiac series. We'll have this display within the next two weeks. Hey, what's your sign?
And have you seen the Pilot Custom 823 Demonstrator yet? A great fountain pen for everyday with a huge ink capacity!
Wow, that should do it for now. Come and see us soon! Our store hours will expand in October to Monday-Saturday 10am-6pm.
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