Things by Dan - Piston Blade Pen & Ephemera Projects!

[@SuzanneLee-w7c]

That looks like a fun new writing implement 😍

[@joemarcotrigiano5872]

Thank you for putting the catalogues online and look forward to seeing the video!

[@konradyearwood5845]

Good to see you looking happy and healthy Craig! Keep doing the stuff you want to do the way you want to do it! (do not consider me for the giveaway!)

[@jmm95076]

That Thing by Dan piston blade is the most innovative pen I've seen in a long time! So simple, yet elegant and sophisticated. One of the things I like about the pen hobby is that once you think everything has already been done something different comes along. Thanks for introducing it to us. Glad to see that your doing well and creating more videos.

[@ilikepens]

That piston blade looks dope dude! Love it!

[@fivat4001]

In dip pens, I adore how they scratch the paper. It really makes my gums ticklish. But this one must be on another level. Also the line variations and flow are gorgeous. You must feel like a surgeon while drawing with this one.

[@storge306]

Thank you so much for all of the amazing and unique content that you create and your refreshing attitude to KZbin as well as the fountain pen community. Ephemera is far more interesting than I thought it ever could be. Your place in the fountain pen world is right here with us! We appreciate you so much Craig and I hope you are looking after yourself.

[@MackRodose]

Such a fun project on the film restoration, your endeavors in preservation are so important, not just for us now, but for generations to come. Dan’s design is impressive in its simplicity, and had it come out a couple centuries ago it might have well turned the tide toward reservoir pens by circumventing the need for modern feeds which it would have logically then inspired-though the broad strokes aren’t consistent or fine enough for most uses, the slit’s ample controlled air exchange allows for very functional “reverse” writing, thus negating a feed, with earlier iterations thereof often suffering from failure to achieve the pressure equalization this manages. Encore. On a separate note, having been a grateful beneficiary of your generous giveaways already, I must exempt myself from this and any other prizes in posts to come. You posting at all is my gift in plenty.

[@alternativerohde]

What a unique pen that is. And I look forward to seeing your film project.

[@gregcooper8466]

The more I learn about fountain pens, the more I realize there are things to learn. Thanks for the video, you taught me something today!

[@archivist17]

Truth.

[@nancymcnee2707]

Can't wait to see that commercial. Thanks for getting it archived! That piston blade pen looks neat! Glad to know you are doing so well in your new healthy choices. Keep up taking care of yourself!

[@KingZarathus]

I love seeing the old ephemera and can't wait for the film restoration to be complete.

[@littletweeter1327]

I’m so excited to see that restored ad

[@CraigRoccanova]

ME TOO!!!

[@evanbasnaw]

The blade pen is a neat concept, but Wowza! that #8 dip pen is something else. It's almost comical in size.

[@matty6244]

Glad to see new content :3 And I love those old pieces of history, specially the way that you make sure they end up as new as possible. A great way to preserve history :3 That being said... that waterman globe mascot looks... odd yet silly I'm not going to make a pun out of the dip pen... Well only one: blade pen! Woooo

[@Glenn-j2e]

That Waterman advertising is so cool.

[@AccipiterF1]

Looks like blade dip pen has a real learning curve. The Aikin Lambert is a very lovely piece too. Thanks for showing it.

[@affcordeiro]

Welcome back Craig. Looks like an very versátil art tool. Love it.

[@fenrirsbane]

I stumbled upon a short about this interesting pen today and went looking, only to see that they're sold out probably for a while longer [said october-november 2024] so it's great to see it in action with more detail. Best of luck with your health and projects. May whoever wins this pen enjoy it thoroughly, hopefully I'll have money to get it once it's back if I am not the chosen one

[@Tom-R805]

Great that you are able to restore that footage. Looks like you are having fun with all your new projects. I’ve never seen a blade dip pen like that before! Thanks for what you do🙂

[@randy25rhoads]

Dude thank you so much for scanning and sharing all the catalogs!!

[@CraigRoccanova]

You’re welcome!

[@johntoledo4438]

it's great to see you enjoying yourself. I'm looking forward to the film. Wild looking pen.

[@archivist17]

I like the thinking behind that piston blade.

[@siew-lingyap2407]

So cool. I am looking forward to your next adventure.

[@DaedalusGage]

Nice to see Huntington Beach still representing online! That blade is the strangest writing instrument I've ever seen!

[@NotesFromPastAmy]

What an interesting tool; thanks for the introduction! It would be super useful for a festive note or swatching inks into a notebook. I will keep my eye out for these. Glad to hear the film restoration is happening. An interesting video all around.

[@wadeevans8739]

Thanks for your channel and your content. It is good to see you finding your way through life again.

[@daintyspeedwalk]

Interesting design; looks like it holds a lot of ink. I imagine drawing/fountain pen inks only? India ink seems like it could gum that up (

[@davidparrishproductions5082]

What a unique bunch of stuff you are into! Excited to see the film!

[@zeus52452]

That 'Things by Dan' pen is very interesting. It is a folded nib pen with a reservoir!!! Loved the post cards that came with my pen purchase, I'm really enjoying the pen. I'm glad to see another video from you - there's no need to rush, so take the time you need to work things out.

[@calsimon7975]

That brass blade pen would probably do very well with shimmer and glitter inks!!

[@erikah9383]

Wow that's a really cool pen to do sketches with. I love doing ink artwork . Thanks for sharing the pen and all of the cool ephemera. I've food a a couple interesting ephemera in second hand stores. I actually collect vintage tin boxes.

[@ShadowHawk357]

Awesome video, Craig. Super neat pen! Very much appreciate the opportunity to win one :-)

[@thorhilda]

(That's generous of you, but don't add me as a participant in the giveaway. (^o^)/ More chances for those who would be happy to win it.) Page 3 of Waterman's Dealer Tips addresses a question I had regarding the hole in the cap of many vintage pens. I started plugging this hole to prevent the nib from drying out so quickly, but I wasn't sure if it was advisable. Thanks to your scan, it's clear not only that it can be done, but that it's actually recommended. Thank you! I’m also curious to see the restored advertisement.

[@alexgray6082]

Love the add, love the piston blade. Looking forward to seeing the film. Glad to see you are well.

[@CraigRoccanova]

Thanks Alex!

[@camilleleon8141]

Such a wonderful tool! It looks like it's lovely to work with!

[@oscargustavoarcosruiz4925]

Finally a pen with which you can harpoon a Lilliputian whale 😄

[@aliceinwonderland1140]

That little thingy it's so cool

[@beckymartin1810]

Thanks for sharing this, an interesting video!

[@katemontelongo2080]

It looks neat. Seams like there is a learning curve. Did it take you long to get used to it?

[@McAmeron089III]

Craig Rocks!

[@gyulalaszlotako8552]

Cool pen.

[@angelinoelle]

You've likely already given it away, but I happened upon content on Dan's brass pen today and was disappointed that they'd already sold out. I'm ambidexterous and have been getting into cursive and calligraphy with my left hand lately. I find it incredibly therapeutic with music or a good audiobook. Anyhow, if you do still have the pen, maybe consider me for the giveaway! Thank you for your vid

[@jordanjtbraun]

Interesting Pen...

[@nancyb7542]

I would love to have one.😊

[@AMARVELGIRL]

It's not that they are sold out-I couldn't afford one if they weren't-but I hope you enjoy it in good health.

[@PossumMedic]

Cool!

[@ShayALaMode]

I want that pen. It’s cool.

[@gnarlyoakcreations2206]

Do you sell these??

[@elizabethpate9486]

I was JUST NOW made aware of this MOST AWESOME pen!! It made me so endlessly disappointed to find out that it was no longer available as of 4 YEARS AGO! Why?! Seriously, my luck, why...?! (Rhetorical)

[@CraigRoccanova]

Dan is just taking a break! They will be available soon!