Exclusive! New Model Edison Elysian Unboxing and Review

[@bakerrihan321]

I discovered your channel 5 days ago, and if u ask my wife what i was doing through our the past five days she will say “watching pen reviews and restoration “ thank you for the content, and the valuable information you share with us.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Glad you found my channel and thanks for watching!

[@aag24]

Finally! Someone using the banana as a reference . Well I must say I am VERY impressed with the pen. I didn't think I would be … but I am. The only problem is that it is a little over my budget for the year … we shall see … but I just can't afford it for now. Happy New Year to you, sir. Thank you for entertaining and informing us throughout the year.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you @aag24. That is much appreciated!

[@andykellens7237]

The comparison of the shape with a desk pen is spot on. Interesting shape, especially when posted. Also nice to see that the extra for a gold nib isn't ridiculous like with some other brands. A pity ordering from Europe makes it a quite an expensive pen due to import duties. Thanks for the review, looking forward to your videos in 2025!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you so much, @andykellens7237!

[@FountainPenWorld-z4i]

The most beautiful and interesting design of a fountain pen in a long time. In perfect craftsmanship. I think the current price is quite reasonable. Added to that is the absolutely beautiful material. I expected nothing else from you, that this FP is not going anywhere. It will certainly bring you a lot of joy. A great video, not only because of the FP but also because of the careful compilation of the video material and the additional information.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@stevesmolik24]

I saw and held these at the 2024 Ohio pen show. Gary had several bodies in different acrylics and they were beautiful. Well designed and balanced.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thanks for sharing, @stevesmolik24!

[@angiestone2461]

I could not explain why, but I thought of the Golden 20ths & 30ths immediately, when you presented the pen the first time and again, when I saw the black one presented by Brian. This could have been the pen lying on Marlene Dietrichs desk. I even imagined that. Then you pointed out "Form Follows Funktion" at the early 20ths and its principles the pen follows, which makes absolutely sense for me. A STUNNING pen. Love it!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Fascinating insight, Angie!

[@mariatriesart8389]

​@@InkquiringMindsI agree! A black version would have been perfect on Marlene Dietrich's desk.

[@angiestone2461]

​@@mariatriesart8389She was the first woman to wear a suit with trousers in public, because she felt free and comfortable with it - Form Follows Funktion as well ;-).

[@wessimpkins4401]

TY Doug,,,,,,,,,,,, wow, what a pen! I'm jealous and great review:>) Went to purchase one and reckon I need to contact Edison first? I do not own any Edison pens yet for some reason, so am am to grab one. TY so much for providing these excellent reviews to the pen community. Great choice of ink as well............

[@InkquiringMinds]

Yes. All of the Signature Line pens go through contact with Brian directly using the contact form on the website. He will be back in the office after New Years.

[@planefinder880]

That is unique and stunning. I swear when I first saw it, I said “wand” and then “wood.” Doing that in resin is impressive.

[@InkquiringMinds]

It definitely does look like a wand!

[@allaboutthegyro]

Wow. That pen is warm and engaging. And their website is fun and engaging. Definitely will order one after I heal up!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Their website is a blast, isn't it? Eye candy!

[@Sonicman415]

Good golly, congratulations! I love this for you. 🎉🎉🎉 Stunning pen, the barrel taper is way cool. I must write w one. I love the pen rest, both really. Brooks’ resins are stellar. I own 2 Edison pens.. such a great company. This pen design is a futuristic retrospective.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I love that futuristic retrospective look as well!

[@rahulshah1408]

What enthusiasm. The acrylic is amazing!!!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Stunning!

[@elborracho81]

I have the Jameson and it is fantastic, I really want to save up and get one of these as well. Brian is a true master craftsman and working with him is a pleasure from my experience! He is so knowledgeable that I learned several things from him during our correspondence!

[@InkquiringMinds]

It is a beautiful pen! I'm going to be ordering a Jameson in the new year.

[@gregcooper8466]

I have an Edison Pearlette from several years ago, and it is a very nice pen, though quite small. This looks like a new and unique offering. I am very intrigued at the look at it.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thanks, @gregcooper8466!

[@DBachiniLima]

I think it's one of the most stunning pens I've ever seen.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I agree!

[@NameLikeNobodyElse]

My Collier is out for delivery today! (I remembered to use the link) I got it in persimmon - the orange with black swirl that was in your photo of design examples. I got it in medium, but also a spare stub. So much influence from this channel. 😅 Btw I'm really enjoying the flashlight work you've been doing with the pens to show off the design of their innards. 🔦 It was so satisfying to see the fit of the cap on your fancy new pen. Congrats on finding one that makes you so happy. And Happy New Year!🎉

[@InkquiringMinds]

That’s an excellent choice. I hope you love it, Mad!

[@Soul_Watcher]

After being hit with its beautiful swirling color and warmth my next thought was. “It looks like a small wand!” Guess I’m not alone. Lol. This is going on my, very much want list!

[@InkquiringMinds]

I've heard that quite a bit!

[@kd5byb]

AMAZING looking pen. I so want one!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Reasonable price for what you're getting.

[@mariatriesart8389]

Beautiful pen Edison Pen Co!! The Diamine Inkvent "Yule Log" is sooo beautiful; who knew? Quite a few!

[@InkquiringMinds]

And it IS available in the 50ml Diamine glass bottle with the feet.

[@mariatriesart8389]

@@InkquiringMinds Where in CA is best price?

[@InkquiringMinds]

@@mariatriesart8389 I assume you mean California, not Canada? I can only find it online at Goulet Pens or Goldspot Pens. Cheaper at Goulet.

[@mariatriesart8389]

@@InkquiringMinds Ai ai ai. I meant Canada.

[@oscarmedina1597]

That’s a very interesting design. I may have to consider it for the future; however, you’ve inspired me to order a Jameson bespoke pen from Edison.

[@InkquiringMinds]

That is an excellent choice.

[@archivist17]

That is a very distinctive and attractive pen. The blue CT version which flashed up really spoke to me.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Beautiful choice!

[@mollymollie6048]

That pen is absolutely stunning! That is design genius…like Steve Jobs Apple worthy design genius. (I’m a big Apple fan and have been since I was a kid and my Dad came home with an Apple II+.) When you first showed the pen, I thought…that’s a kind of funky looking bamboo shaped conductor’s baton, and I didn’t think it would post. I’m so glad you included the interview with Brian where he explains the brilliance of it. I love how the grip flares out, as I hold pens close to the tip, and am prone to slide down. The shape of the cap fitting perfectly into the “thumb crotch” is just brilliant, and perfect!! The resin is beautiful and the ink pairing was perfect. Bravo to Brian of Edison Pens! Thank you for sharing about the story of Edison pens, I had heard the name, but figured it was some old brand that was now made in China and didn’t really give any thought to it. Well, that’s changed!!!! I’m going over to their site now to check their stuff out!!! Good for them for being a small business in the US…not the easiest thing to do! I’d like to support that if I can…I may be saving my pennies for that Elysian!!!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thanks for this, Molly! I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@mollymollie6048]

@ I did go and check out their site as well as some of their retailers! I really love the Comet also, the one with the yellow finial. What a great looking pen! Unique and interesting and in a gorgeous resin! Yep, I think I’m going to be saving my pennies…and watching reviews on Edison pens because they are beautiful pieces of art, and while I just can’t randomly purchase one, they aren’t priced to an unreachable point that I can’t save a few months for, and I appreciate that as well! I’m willing to do that for a small business that works with other small businesses to create lovely, handcrafted and designed pens for people who will enjoy and appreciate them. I think that makes them a little special. Thanks for bringing this brand to my attention!

[@paulmchugh1430]

Wow!! What a beautiful pen! The resin is glorious. The design is stunning. I have been want to get a pen from Edison. This is the one, if the price is right. Thanks, Doug. This is a stellar pen.

[@InkquiringMinds]

It is a beautiful pen indeed. Now you have to choose from the 1000s of resins! :)

[@paulmchugh1430]

@InkquiringMinds I wrote to Brian. Unfortunately the company is closed until after the New Year. The Brooks Nebula resin spoke to me.

[@strshooter7399]

Great review Doug! Brian Grey’s Edison company is a great place to purchase a pen (imo). Prices are not exactly inexpensive, but I’ve purchased at least two of them, and they work very well, they look Great!🥰, and the they are made in the good old US of A! I’m not against any other country, but for me, 20 year USN veteran, I kind of like seeing well made things still made in the USA. Eh, nice looking fountain pen 👍😎. Best wishes to you and your family for the season’s Holiday, and may you and yours be Blessed in the upcoming year. 😊🤗😇👍😎

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you @strshooter7399. That is much appreciated!

[@creato938]

That is a stunning pen, the fact you can get a complete bespoke one makes it pretty special.

[@InkquiringMinds]

And at THAT price too!

[@kristiw.1823]

Goldspot has recently stocked the entire line of Diamine Inkvent 50 ml bottles, so you can find Yule Log there. 😀 That ink was the very first full size ink bottle that I ever bought, and it's about 1/2 done now. It's my favorite brown. And it goes beautifully with that pen and resin! The Elysian is going on my 2025 pen list now.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Yule Log is a classic! And I saw it was available in the 50ml bottles with the feet!

[@Nyx-xx6gf]

Finally, a desk pen that can be posted, but most importantly another "wand" pen, this one especially because it looks like wood.

[@InkquiringMinds]

It does doesn't it?

[@spiderwrangler4457]

Got to write with one at the Edison booth at a pen show. Unique feel!

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thanks, @spiderwrangler4457!

[@zeus52452]

Another hit out of the ball park Doug! A new very appealing pen in such a unique shape and I swear I heard someone say "wingardium leviosa"!! I think this one will be on my "to get" list. There was another bespoke pen that is a "mini" version of one this other maker already has out, but this one is still in development. These are considerations for after the start of the new year. If it's not a fine nib then I do gravitate to 1.1 stubs and that one looks like a winner. There really is no in between unless it happens to be an exceptional medium like the Pineider I got from you, and now a Sheaffer 300 that was a very recent purchase. Thanks for the past year of videos, and here's to a happy and prosperous New Year to come!!

[@InkquiringMinds]

It’s a beauty, isn’t it?

[@Oldandinky]

Stunning.

[@InkquiringMinds]

It really is!

[@Oldandinky]

@@InkquiringMinds Ihope it brings you years of joy, it is special.

[@FrankDAgostino77]

My wife's name is Elise. I told her I had to get this pen, in her honor, of course. She didn't agree. 😟 Oh well. Thanks for the review!

[@InkquiringMinds]

That's just perfect, isn't it?

[@LesterBeasley]

What a neat design. I'm saving my shekels. I think I might have to have one.

[@InkquiringMinds]

You’ll be glad you did!

[@Guairenito]

What a nice pen, honestly.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thank you, @Guairenito!

[@camillabirkeland3117]

Hi Doug, I was wondering if you have seen a brand of pens called “Recife” from Paris, I have a Pearl Soyuz and it is by far my favourite pen. I was looking for a French pen manufacturer that was not owned by a conglomerate and that made their own pens and found them. As I could not find a shop that sold them, I made my way to their offices. The director was charming and surprised I made my way there from the polar circle in Norway. They allowed me to choose the materials for my pen and manufactured it and delivered in two days in the centre of Paris. They make their own guilloche and have some ebonite pens. Their designs are unique and I hardly see them mention in pen reviews. They are also well priced. Thanks for all the reviews and wish you the best for next year.

[@InkquiringMinds]

I will look into it!

[@ibpopp]

Well, Doug, it's easy to see why you like this one. The profile suggests a dip pen-holder that has been designed with a more sophisticated approach to the ergonomics of writing. All the best for 2025 and all the Restoration shows you can muster. Cheers from the White Pointers.

[@tdowling149]

In the great tradition of U.S. place names, Milan, Ohio, is pronounced, "MY-lən". Our apologies to the rest of the world. See also: the Ohio towns of Lima and Versailles. No other notes. :-) Thanks for a great review of a beautiful pen.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@richardingraham6353]

What a unique and appealing pen design O no I am going to have to look into them , First pen of 2025 , very well could be , not counting the ones on order now . 😮😊😁

[@InkquiringMinds]

I think you'll be very pleased with it.

[@Copperplate_69]

A magic wand is always useful... abracadabra🪄and it's already on the wish list! Thanks for the hint with the banana! 🍌 I'm going to get one and use it to bridge the gap until I've decided which version of those beautiful acrylics to order.

[@InkquiringMinds]

Awesome! Happy New Year, G!