An Oft-Forgotten TWSBI and Brian & Drew's Origin Story! | Pencast 72

[@j.s.matlock1456]

I loved hearing the Brian & Drew Origin story. When Drew started talking about Shannon bursting into tears in Brian's garage because she knew that was where Drew needed to be, I started crying too! The relationship between the two of you is sooo heartwarming. You must always do weekly pencasts, and you must always do them together!

[@dtominator]

My favorite today was between how Brian and Drew Origin story and the Santa Jaws sweaters. The Origin story won by a nose.😬. Have a great holiday and break, guys.

[@bluejchou4404]

They can have a run as long as Johnny Carson!😍

[@harmonybat]

I've heard the best way to tell the difference between a raven and a crow is that if you look at it and you think "Hey, that bird is pretty big, I wonder if it might be a raven" it's a crow and if you think "OH HELP THIS ENORMOUS MONSTER IS GOING TO CONVEY MY SOUL TO THE UNDERWORLD POSTHASTE" it's a raven. Also if it perches on a bust of Athena and says "Nevermore" a bunch, I suppose.

[@dacksonflux]

Also crows are very conversational. They do that famous high pitched cawing you hear in horror movies when a ton of them start talking at the same time. Ravens sort of belt their gravely voices at you. Ravens are more introverted. You'll usually only see 1 or 2 of them. You can see lone crows but their families are normally nearby. Certain species of both can mimic human noises and voices, though. Which is extremely creepy.

[@alanmcnamara9155]

Wow, the Drewlet twins. So cool! I think the 100th pencast should feature Rachel as well.

[@archivist17]

I really enjoyed the lockdown videos with Rachel. Not entirely sure she did.

[@bikkies]

The segment describing Archer's tutor was as delightful as it was profound. To hear about an educator who is conscious of the impact her grading will have on her pupil, and crucially approaching his parents in advance to explain the context, encourage support and offering to review his grade, was outstanding. My own experience of the UK education system at that age was miserable from start to end, because all bar two of the teachers were only interested in humiliating their students. By this simple gesture, Archer's tutor has equipped him from the future. There's a lesson about how grades have to be applied consistently but with constant consideration of the bigger picture. Her gift sounds well earned. Maybe Archer will be able to reflect positively on this experience when he is older.

[@Gouletpens]

Agreed! I know we're very fortunate to have her. - Drew

[@bec11mort]

The story of Brian hiring Drew gave me goosebumps. Happy to have been here since 2013 Goulet.

[@Lovecharmaine]

The feedback about how you guys bring light to us is definitely true. The videos you guys put out, not only is entertaining but also, I learn something new every time. Love the pencast so much. It’s like sitting down with friends catching up! I’m gonna miss yall next week 😭 Ps. I love the sweaters 👏🏼

[@kellypurcell2613]

You said what I felt.

[@Gouletpens]

OMG that's too kind!!! Waahhhhhh Thank you so much though. Smiling right now. - Drew

[@justusspace]

Ive not gotten even ten minutes into the video yet- but the double santa jaw is fabulous and special. I feel like we need a Goulet wall calendar and Dec can be double santa jaw.

[@daero90]

Mood ring pen feels like something either Benu or TWSBI would do for a special edition.

[@albertlecuyer6761]

Yes, a Benu mood pen, please.

[@kanorah]

This is something I would buy.

[@ksek]

@@albertlecuyer6761 Already setting aside my money.

[@ScotchScoville]

This is a brilliant idea.

[@homeslice1958]

Awesome and touching story of how long you two have known one another, and then how you guys connected professionally. I'm glad you took a risk together, and that you both survived that mysterious Trapper Keeper thrower!

[@margalo399]

Drew, you are so joyful, it’s always a delight to watch you!

[@Gouletpens]

Thanks for the kind words! It's a joy to do this each week! - Drew

[@CorwynGC]

That shift from black & white to color hit HARD. The Conklin annv edition GREEN is stunning.

[@sandrift]

No kidding about the shift from b&w to color - even more than when Dorothy wakes up in Oz!

[@EdoDoe613]

My favorite place to store oddball items, like gravy boats, is the little cabinets above the fridge. 😄

[@bluejchou4404]

exactly

[@elledechenestudio]

+1

[@kellylu9783]

Wow the sweaters are the absolute highlight of this video. Of course I'm also here for the content.

[@cmw9876]

Wonderful story that popped up unscripted - As someone who has done the rows of cubicles with fluoro lights & garage thing too, you blokes had me hanging on every word. The clincher was Shannon bursting into tears. Watching for third time. So many other stories. It worked.

[@sunnycharacter]

No, make the LIVE your New Year’s resolution guys. You got This! 🥰

[@bluejchou4404]

I fear it would be impossible for them to keep up with our comments, and I would be scheduling them and there goes my Friday cleaning. 😂

[@beckyisj]

The Brian and Drew origin story is sooooo precious

[@robsteingruber9488]

I will be traveling to Japan in March 2023. I am looking forward to going to a pen and stationary stores. Along with the other tourist stuff.

[@kellypurcell2613]

My dream!!!

[@gv0861]

I spied Drew using a ball point pen at 21:05 in the video. A BALLPOINT PEN during a fountain pencast ? Blasphemy!!!!!! (Picture Drew walking through town covered in Baystate Blue Ink while Brian rings a bell crying “shame!!!)

[@3row4wy23]

It looks like a Retro 51 rollerball - that's a pass. 😆

[@knitsistah2312]

I totally love you guys. I’m so touched at your relationship development over the years. You are both so fortunate to have a wonderful friendship and lovely, generous, conscientious wives as supports and inspiration. I’ think that’s why I have to continued to slip another pen into my collection. I’ve filled a 48 slot pen case with Twsbi, Pilot, Lamy, Sailor and Benu, mostly from Goulet and I’ve just ordered another one. To prevent cracking Eco’s, put them in the fridge for 30 minutes and they pop right out and are easier to open from then on. Happy Holidays and best wishes to you, your families and wonderful staff. 👋🏾👋🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾❤️

I love the stories of the beginnings of Goulet Pens. Thanks for sharing, Brian!

[@kanorah]

I just want to thank you guys so much. Your hours of info and easy to use site have made my resurfacing in the pen hobby amazing. 17 years ago when I bought my last set of pen and inks I was just thrilled to get several multicolor cartridges in a box. This time it has taken me 4 months and hours of research to set up the perfect pen and ink stash. Now it's mine, and I rule the journal. Keep up the good work.

[@Gouletpens]

Thank you so much for taking the time to say that! Kindness like this is so very much appreciated! - Drew

[@KendallW]

Love the origin story of how you guys met. I can't imagine Goulet Pens without Drew, absolutely need that crazy spark that he brings. You guys are close to my age, so it's fun to go down memory lane :)

[@Gouletpens]

Thanks so much for dropping off the kind words, Kendall! That is super cool of you! - Drew

[@sandyl3952]

Thank you both for sharing all the things you share with us. It feels like a gift to me. Have beautiful holidays. All our best to you , your families and all the people who make Goulet Pens what it is.

[@armandoplasencia5809]

Found you guys about 5-7 months ago, when I was researching supplies for learning calligraphy. Ever since then, you guys have become an integral part of my day. Love the Pencast, and have fallen down the fountain pen rabbit hole thanks to the both of you. I now have two Lami Safaris, an LX 50th anniversary edition, and a Pilot MR. Thank you guys for being so genuine and honest with every video you've made. God bless you and yours! Happy Holidays!

[@corbanallen4116]

Wow, perfect timing on the Precision spotlight! I have recently been considering making that my next pen, and you guys, as usual, came through for me. Thanks for the wonderful Pencast; it's my favorite thing to listen to each week, and it gives me another reason to look forward to Fridays. Merry Christmas and a very happy New Year to both of you!

[@christopherbarton7732]

My TWSBI Precision is my favorite workhorse pen for work notes. Always reliable, never dries out...or...ever too wet with well-behaved inks.

[@ksek]

@@christopherbarton7732 Seconded! It also takes less than a full turn to uncap, so it's great for quickly jotting stuff down.

[@michaelmedlinger6399]

Thanks again for another pencast! Wishing you a wonderful New Year 2023!

[@johnbaker5191]

Thank you for the pencasts. I have watched, and enjoyed, all of them. I enjoyed them so much, I have watched many of them several times. Keep on.

[@Gouletpens]

Thanks for joining us, John! - Drew

[@ksek]

Yessss, finally some love for the wondrous Precision! It was my first >$40 pen, and it's remained inked on my desk pretty much ever since. It's somewhere in my top 10 fav pens, and definitely the one I use the most.

[@bluejchou4404]

I love that woodworking and Drew's Halloween costumes are part of the beginning story!❤

[@mrfoodarama]

Awesome stories guys, I hope Both you and your families have a very Merry Christmas and that you both take some time to relax!

[@Gouletpens]

Same to you! Thanks for watching! - Drew

[@tammaraliberty]

I know this one! My stoneware pizza pan, my heavy aluminum roaster and lid, my egg poaching pan is what is in the back of the corner cupboard. Love the sweaters!

[@robinmosenfelder6226]

So. I had to research what a Trapper Keeper was/is, thanks to you guys reminiscing.

[@yorkdox7]

Aw! Thanks for reading my comment! The Pencasts are a bright spot of my weeks! The dynamic between the two of you makes these the most enjoyable content I watch/listen to. I appreciate what you do more than I can say. I hope you both have amazing holidays!

[@Gouletpens]

Happy Holidays! I hope you have some big plans! ;) - Drew

[@robertcherry7404]

Gentlemen look forward to hearing from you, whether its about pens or yourselves it's always great. Hope everyone who works at Goulet pens have a great Christmas🤔🤔 .

[@peaceonworldkiwi]

Those sweaters are Jawsome!

[@Gouletpens]

LOL yessss - Drew

[@taintedcrimson]

I knew to expect the blast of color from the Santa Jaws twins, but I was too distracted by the truly spectacular intro rambling, and it still took me by surprise. 😂

[@kittykat3280]

I am new to fountain pens and I do have a few already but the one that means the most to me is a fountain pen and roller ball set in a plastic case. it's not fancy or a even a brand name pen but my husband got it for me from a flea market last Saturday. It is a lever filler and is just a plain black pen set but I love it.

[@assumingtrout]

Just enjoying the intro banter. Then it started and holy color.

[@rogerrowlett7388]

FYI I had to look up "Trapper Keeper" as I had never heard of that term/brand/product. Entertaining as always. Your business growth/success/media presence is inspiring. You should be very proud of what you have accomplished as a business and employer. I can't imagine the risks you took to get off the ground in the early days.

[@deniseplasse5126]

Oh I just have to say right off the start, WOW!!! GREAT SWEATERS!!!@ ❤❤❤❤❤ I love my pen

[@friscodog]

What the heck is a trapper keeper?! Love the childhood stories! I'd wondered about that for a long time, as you guys obviously had a lot of time together. I am a child of the 70s/80s, but it's close enough that the memories still seem pretty familiar.

[@bluejchou4404]

Wait you are a child of the 70's/80's and you ask what a Trapper Keeper is?😊

[@friscodog]

@@bluejchou4404 Yeah, I've never heard of such a thing, as far as I can remember.

[@thedirtygot9570]

It’s a fancy peechee

[@michaelmedlinger6399]

@@thedirtygot9570 And what, prithee, is a peechee, fancy or otherwise?😂

[@RobertFisher1969]

Filling the CON-40 doesn’t require any special tricks. It just takes letting go of the expectation that it should be “fully filled”. I’m not sure where that expectation comes from. Piston fillers don’t fully fill. Cartridges aren’t fully filled. If you want “full fills”, that’s what eyedropper filled pens are for. Every other filling system trades capacity for convenience.

[@michaelmable336]

The TWSBI Precision gives off serious Rotring 600 vibes. That was a beautiful pen, but being made from brass, it was just too heavy for me to enjoy for longer writing sessions. I'll have to investigate the Precision. 😉

[@MamaTomasu]

I, too, am born in 1984 so hearing you two reminiscing about your childhoods…Power Rangers, Trapper Keepers, Tamagochi, wallet chains, bowl haircuts, South Park…sigh…it’s like I could’ve been in the same grade as you, just in another class 😋 thanks so much for sharing your friendship origin story

[@Gouletpens]

Best year EVER! - Drew

[@timothymay9646]

Drew, remember Pilot's con 40 and con-20 are Pilot's way of telling you to switch inks frequently. Is it possible that the green Trapper Keeper was irradiated with gamma rays and when you were both thwacked with it, you were thus imbued with the SPIRIT OF STATIONARY PRODUCTS ...not as cool as the Spirit of Vengeance, but also perhaps a little less stressful. And thus, at that very moment that you were thwacked by the Trapper Keeper of Destiny, Goulet Pen Company was born?

[@Gouletpens]

"Thwacked by the Trapper Keeper of Destiny" LOL - Drew

[@DanielForgosh]

Drew previously said if he could only have one pen, it would be a (I think) green pen that he did not know the model of that someone gave him. He said it had special meaning to it, so I'm surprised he didn't mention it during the pen story question.

[@howardvidaver8994]

Really fine pencast! The mood pen is a very attractive idea. It opens an entirely new category Dynamic Pens! Challenges for the resin teams!

[@paulmchugh1430]

Will have to look at the TWSBI Precision or Classic. Thanks for showcasing the pen.

[@lifeasme]

I love how you two have known each other since childhood. Also, Drew I really want a Stargazer after hearing you mention how much you love it it so many videos.

[@martynsnan]

The European version of the Metropolitan, the Pilot MR, uses International cartridges. Thanks for another interesting video.

[@mgscheue]

Yay! A new episode to watch while I work on getting final grades in!

[@heathergleiser]

That green Nozac is not in my budget but that color is my favorite shade of green! Will miss you both next week but looking forward to hearing about the green/rose gold Eco T that comes out 12/21(and definitely is in my budget)on the next show. I’m taking it as a good sign that when I commented on Twsbi’s post how much I hoped you’d be offering it that it got a like from Rachel. 😁

[@TymberJ]

I have faith that even an off the cuff live show would still be able to find a Brian deep dive opportunity.

[@rogerrowlett7388]

The problem with the CON-40 is the amount of dead space below the range of piston travel. The ink fill can only be proportional to the piston travel displacement regardless of the diameter of the converter mouth. If that piston could be engineered to move farther it could fill better. I actually prefer the CON-20 or its remaining cousin, the CON-B. A few sharp squeezes can expel some of the dead space air and get a better fill than the CON-40, unless you do the fill/invert/expel/fill routine with the CON-40. The one nice thing about the wide mouth converters is that they (like piston fillers) are less likely to have ink "hang up" behind an air bubble in a narrower opening. The CON-40 functions well, it's just a low capacity reservoir which a juicy nib will drain quickly.

[@archivist17]

As it happens, I was sketching up ideas for more compact/capacious converters when I started watching this Pencast. It's a complex problem, but Pilot can certainly do better than their current offering.

[@susanottesen7879]

What’s in the back corner of the cupboard? Brewing supplies! Bottles for brewing pop, bottles for brewing wine and cider, and a bunch of airlocks for that project as well.

[@latetotheparty4785]

I once abandoned my pen collection, inked up and all. Upon rejoining them I set out to clean and refill them. Each had dry ink in them, until I got to my TWSBI Eco. It was as though I had just filled it. TWSBI became my favorite pen.

[@kapirk2244]

I love the Con 70. It’s super easy to use and clean. I don’t get why it’s so difficult. I just don’t get it. Amazing story of the beginning of Brian and Drew in beginning. Absolutely beautiful story.

[@Jeanine_HuffpuffJ9]

I kid you not, I was on a step ladder rearranging my baking/holiday kitchen cabinet while I had you on!!!!!🤣 also I whole heartedly would love a live episode for the anniversary.

[@Gouletpens]

Haha nice! Thank you! - Drew

[@loveisall5520]

I've bought several of the TWSBI models but my favorite is the Diamond 580--I've bought three here. Really, really love their stub and use it with Monteverde Olivine as a daily writer.

[@debhan]

I want to meet the person who drops a grand on a Conklin pen. The Precision though - one of my favorite EDC pens - that thing is a tank, and a great writer!

[@DanielForgosh]

I love the sweaters! Also, I'm looking forward to the top pens and inks videos.

[@Gouletpens]

It's right around the corner! - Drew

[@rebeccaplusa7381]

Talking about the Tomagochi, brought me back to middle school, turning off the sound (on a knock off) and hiding it under my desk playing it! They brought them back, and I kinda want one now (maybe that should be my kids Christmas presents)!

[@simeonking2910]

1:39:34 Drew confessing hoping he wouldn’t notice HAHAHAHAHAHAHHaa

[@ann-ingridhelik3056]

Hi guys. One specific question: what is a green trapper keeper??? Loved going back in time with you ! Had fun in this video. I’m watching from bed thanks to covid, so you were a ray of sunshine in my day!

[@nibsdips]

I want to know as well!!!! :)

[@kellypurcell2613]

Feel better soon!

[@sandrift]

Oh, now I’m feeling old…Trapper Keeper was a Mead three-ring binder with a flap that closed it. A thing of the 80s and into the 90s aimed at middle and high schoolers. You put your loose-leaf notebook paper in it, and there were also glossy folders with pockets that could go in it. My first one closed with a snap which eventually was replaced by Velcro. They had plastic covers with all kinds of scenes and designs - some were very Miami Vice. (Please don’t ask what *that* is! LOL)

[@ann-ingridhelik3056]

@@sandrift hi, don’t worry about age, my kids were in school at that time , i just didn’t know that name! Thanks for the info👍

[@ann-ingridhelik3056]

@@kellypurcell2613 thank you, I’m hoping I’ll be able to see my grandkids for Xmas🤞

[@scribe_samples2309]

I so get what Drew is saying about such a perfect pen as pilot having un under performing converter. Why oh why? You know they have heard that complaint many many times!

[@Deboraha5903]

Omg I love shrimp and crab on Christmas Eve. It’s a tradition I really think my mom and dad always accommodated me because we were waiting for time needed for my sister and her fam to join us. This year is hard with many family members gone, mom’s in the hospital and my niece is sick We are putting Christmas off to January.

[@christopherbarton7732]

My TWSBI Precision is my workhorse pen. It's got a ~little~ feedback, but not scratchy. With noodlers x-feather black, it writes on everything from postits to copy paper with 0 problems. EDIT: This has been my daily work pen with this ink for nearly 3 years straight.

[@BMad-we6qf]

My salad spinner in hidden in my cabinet. My tea kettle is on the stove because it gets used about 10 times a day; we are loose leaf tea addicts. My ‘fancy’ holiday dishes are milk glass from my parents and grandparents and I actually display them on my bookcases all year round for the memories. They just get washed good before use.

[@djryandelap]

If you could get a manufacturer to design an “Inside Out” pen with you, please do! I also love that movie; as parents of a neurodivergent child, we have watched it as a family several times. I often think of moments in my life the way those anchor memories appear in the movie. This would be an awesome theme to see reflected in a pen!

[@fossilimprint2954]

Wow, you have an amazing origin story - since 2nd grade!

[@daveg686]

👍 One of my favorite pens is a recent gift from a friend: Conklin CK81116-EF Classic Harvest (serial #35) with a black architect nib. Research on Ebay showed this is Goulet Special selling for $250.00. I absolutely love it.

[@stewartobrien7447]

Drew's point on the converters is well taken . Installing the con-40 in my Pilot Silverns always leaves me scratching my head, and the array of bottled Pilot inks begs for the use a converter, no matter how un-perfect they are.

[@annoxelia5440]

Brian/Drew - Just wondering what your New Year's resolutions will be - related to pens or otherwise. For me I think I will try to start journaling next year, and work on my handwriting. Looking back at 2022, I realized that I bought 9 pens this year -- two Diplomat Aero, a Diplomat Elox (Matrix!), a Benu Euphoria, two FC, your exclusive Lamy Vista, a Jinhao 159, a Lamy Safari in Strawberry. In 2023 only the Diplomat Nexus is one my radar.

[@abcreatewithme5660]

A metal magnum would be epic ! It was my first pen and I just love the nib … I would jump on a fancy body to match the nib !

[@jennieeveleighlamond]

The inaccessible part of my kitchen cupboards hold my grandmother's Christmas dishes...including her gravy boat.

[@simeonking2910]

You gave the assailants name… give yourself up sir!!!!! You did it! XD

[@jolynsorensen8312]

I have a giant corner cupboard that is full of china. I have acquired three sets and try to rotate through the mugs. My 2 year old requests a “fancy” cup for her daily steamed milk. In one of these sets that was my husband’s grandmother’s is a 14 piece full dining set complete with a tea pot cups and saucers and also a gravy boat I have yet to use. Happy Christmas love the sweaters!

[@plancreatecope]

OMG! Brian I love Hamilton. I downloaded it on my Apple Music and listened to it since it came out.

[@archivist17]

Ten minutes into first pen sold question, and Drew has to ask the question again! 😄

[@stormsigma]

I gotta step in here with support for Drew. Everything he's saying about the Con70 is absolutely true. Even WITH a syringe, it just takes so long to clean that it's an irritation. Exactly as he said, you'll think it's finally good to go...give it one last squirt with the syringe and suddenly more ink is dislodged from somewhere up in the button mechanism, just such a pain to clean. It's actually why I tend to put one ink in, and then only use that ink with my Custom 74, which means it's not as versatile as my other pens where they have an easy cleaning converter so I can switch inks when I want after a nice quick rinse-out of the converter. Drew is spot-on here.

[@avgjoeshow4208]

Most of the stuff tucked in that weird corner cabinet at my house is a few obscure Tupperware or food containers, as well as leftover bits from any furniture or anything I have to assemble at the house, all the leftover pieces and bits either go in my screw box or in that cabinet but also up there is a pencil box that’s full of all the roller balls And clicky pens that we had all over the house before we discovered fountain pens. Once my wife and I discovered fountain pens, they all got gathered up and collected and threw into the abyss cabinet that nothing ever returns from. It is, however, fun to go through it every two or three years and find all the weird random things that you looked all over the house for during that time but couldn’t ever find

[@kathycullenstern9652]

Interesting discussion about metal versions of plastic pens. I think the E95s is perfect the way it is but I agree with Drew about the Magnum. I didn’t like it at first because it was so light but recently inked it up and discovered that it is a very nice pen. I would have picked the Explorer like Brian. Hamilton fan here. For years the soundtrack on my phone would instantly sync when I turned on my car. I’ve seen it on stage 4 times. Merry Christmas!

[@monkpato]

I love the Con-70!

[@Ybalrid]

I agree about the Diplomat Magnum, I have one, I love it. But it weights like it was made of feathers (ah ah). It also have that large hole/ink window thingy... If it was a Lamy Safari, it needs it's "AL Star" version

[@petrashappyplace]

I think, as far as the gravy boat goes - I think Brian should MAKE one out of wood and he could shape it into a "old" viking ship. "Whittle, Whittle, Whittle."

[@pamelacopp8552]

Love Drew’s singing

[@peteazouz6072]

Corner cabinet.. well I had to look, apparently it's the entertaining china (fancy!!!!) which we never use... cos kids who has time for that now? Also found a pound of loose leaf tea, which was a surprise.

[@emmaythegray]

thank you, Drew, for the Pilot converter rant!! I am a complete Pilot converter failure and have also resorted to just refilling cartridges. I love writing with my Metropolitan but honestly the converter finickiness has scared me off any leveling up in the Pilot pen family.

[@emmaythegray]

also: love the matching sweaters

[@angelaking9619]

I've heard you can put a Con70 in the Pilot Kakuno.. it's definitely better than the Con40

[@zoel4891]

I have a bunch of jars - I use them for storage and other random stuff but just a bunch of jars, lots of them.

[@daero90]

Those corner cabinets are the bane of my kitchen. I hate them so much. Of course those cabinets are also the ones with the smallest cabinet door openings. We have the ice cream maker, a blender, the wok, and some random seasonal things stored there.

[@anac9313]

Bulb syringe that’s not specifically for fountain pens? An opportunity for Drewlet expansion!

[@LostInSpice]

Inside Out is the greatest Pixar movie made yet. I'm a fan of Bing Bong and Joy, but even more so I'm a fan of Sadness, because Sadness is what helps us appreciate Joy, and our Sadness is oftentimes what creates who we are. My Diplomat Magnum is so light it's crazy. I agree with a metal body. I love the nib on mine but it's so darned light it doesn't feel like I'm holding anything so I end up pressing down more than I want to.

[@WantedVisual]

We have a small (2x4m) kitchen, with a window and a door. We still have that Twilight Zone for "when on earth are we going to use..." things. It's the top shelf of any cabinet for heavy stuff (pizza stone, ice cream maker...) and on top of a shelf, inside a cake caddy, for lighter stuff (cookie cutters, Big Show action figure to make doll cakes with...). Also, if Brian really, really needs an ancient looking gravy boat, Drew can always go out and find a potter who will make one and fire it with either a raku technique, or in an open fire. Forget the Indiana Jones holy grail, this gravy boat will make it look like the recipe came from the Flintstones themselves.

[@Tomatohater64]

I think I opened a can of worms with that 100 episode stuff. 🤣🤣

[@anne_frank_]

I think the Precision was likely based off the old Rotring 600 (which was also available as a fountain pen), it looks very similar to some of the models in the 600 line. Maybe that's why it's so mechanic pencil like.

[@christopherbarton7732]

Rotring 600 FP ...I wish they would resurrect it...

[@leanngoodall7602]

I would buy one of Brian's "crappy" pens!

[@konradyearwood5845]

The TWSBI Precision has style similarities with the Rotring 600. The "mechanical pencil" reference is pretty apt because the Rotring 600 mechanical pencil (and ballpoint) shout engineering.

[@GuagoFruit]

1:28:00 Funnily, my preference is basically exclusively demonstrator pens. So there's definitely tastes every on the spectrum of crystal clear to mont-blanc black.

[@danf2337]

You can do live streams on KZbin, They tend to be very popular but also take practice to get good at. I think your pencast as a live stream would be fun.

[@nukadog1969]

Clear metal = Transparent Aluminum? Now you've stuck a stealth Star Trek reference in...but not on purpose?