A curated look at my fountain pen collection, along with pens on my wishlist and inks I’ve used and loved. Everything here is chosen based on real use, research, and long-term enjoyment.
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My Collection
My Wishlist
Inks
My Collection
One of my more stunning pens. The F writes like a M so keep that in mind.
Asvine P20 Piston Fountain Pen Extra Fine
A tie for my favorite, such a smooth writing experience and the grip is nice.
LAMY Safari Sunset Fountain Pen F Nib RH
My other favorite; I have the EF nib and will probably purchase another F nib. Highly recommend.
TWSBI ECO Fountain Pen White EF Nib
Hands down the best budget pen I've found so far.
WRITECH Fountain Pen Soft Grip Fine Nib Pink
I couldn't resist the color. I just received it and I’m excited to test it out!
Kaweco COLLECTION Honey I Fountain Pen F
My purse pen, it matches my purse journal perfectly.
PILOT MR Retro Pop Fountain Pen, Orange, M
Solid budget choice - my daughter loves this one and it is really cute.
Jinhao 82 Acrylic Fountain Pen, Fine Nib
I got this in a medium nib to use with shimmer ink and it's a solid pen, no complaints for the price.
Amazon Basics Fountain Pen, Medium, Black Ink
I use this for my “junk” journal and I really like the way it writes.
KAWECO Caveco Fountain Pen, F, Breezy Teal
Another one that is technically part of my daughter's collection. It comes in super cute colors and is a great budget option.
JINHAO 100 Fountain Pen Medium 0.7mm Guava
My Wishlist
The Pilot Prera, always making the list of recommendations.
Pilot Prera Fountain Pen Transparent with Blue Trim
An upgrade to my current favorite, the TWSBI Eco.
TWSBI Diamond 580 Fountain Pen nib F
What wishlist is complete without an Esterbrook Estie? And how cute is this Peanuts collab!
Esterbrook Estie Fountain Pen King of the Night
This shows up on all of the beginner friendly lists, and I want to grab one of these for my daughter.
Pilot Kakuno Madoromi Gold Fountain Pen Fine
My current Lamy's older cousin.
LAMY AL-star Aubergine Fountain Pen F
A classic I want to try. The reviews are good so I have high hopes.
Scriveiner Luxury Black Lacquer Fountain Pen
I love a beautiful pen with bright colors.
Conklin Duragraph Ice Blue Fountain Pen - Medium
Another entry level pen with cute color options.
Asvine Purple Forest Fountain Pen Extra Fine
If I ever win the lottery, there will be signs… What a gorgeous pen, and who doesn't love a piston fill?
Nahvalur 365 Anniversary Roiro Urushi Lacquer Piston Filling Fountain
I know, I know, I have two of the Peanuts collection on my wishlist. I can't decide which I like better!
Esterbrook Estie Fountain Pen King of the Night
Inks
My fav purple ink. So rich and pigmented
Diamine - Fountain Pen Ink, Imperial Purple 80ml
A rich, velvety black. A need for every collection.
Diamine Ink Bottle Onyx Black
Hands down my favorite ink!! It's so rich in color.
Diamine 80ml Fountain Pen Ink Bottle, Oxblood
The best green ink. Really all of the Diamine inks have been great
Diamine 80ml Sherwood Green Ink Bottle
A nice dark, golden brown ink. For when black is too boring.
PILOT Iroshizuku Ink Yama-Guri 50ml
A fun pigmented color! One of my daughter’s favorites.
Diamine Bottle Ink Deep Magenta 246 30ml
This brand is high quality, and this color is on my wishlist.
Pilot Iroshizuku Ink 50ml Fuyu-gaki
Everyone needs a classic blue and this Waterman is beautiful.
Waterman Serenity Blue Fountain Pen Ink 50ml
It's my understanding that these shimmer inks have a tendency to clog, however, so far this has not clogged my medium nib Amazon basics pen, and I love the color!
Diamine 50ml Fountain Pen Ink - Pink Glitz
If you can't tell, I really like the Diamine brand, and this multi-pack is a great way to try their different colors.
Diamine 30ml Ink 6 Bottles Colour Wheel
I've found Hongdian to be another solid brand with a beautiful color selection.