Top 3 Pens of Stephen Brown (SBREBrown)

[@sbrebrown]

This was so much fun! And yes, we go back a long way!

[@AppelboomPennen]

Thank you for sharing your personal thoughts with us

[@Cortesevasive]

watches and pens .

[@graeme0309]

@sbrebrown - was that 'double nib' (welded together) something that you created yourself (ie the idea) or something that was introduced to you?

[@MrCabimero]

Can we give a special recognition for Mr. Brown’s wife for such a wonderful, and expensive gift . This is something he clearly cherishes now, and will for the rest of his life.

[@williammodlin2621]

What a bonus to discover SBREBrown’s pen “origin” story! Thank you.

[@AppelboomPennen]

You are welcome!

[@frankbruno7122]

Well said about Stephen !! One of my favorite people.. that I've never actually met, but love as a dear friend! Frank from Boulder, Colorado

[@Richard_Barnes]

The one, the only, the Professor himself! Mr SBRE Brown. Brilliant channel, great sense of humour and a channel I’ve been watching for a long time. 😀👍🏻

[@cesspresso]

What a great story. I feel like my mom had a fountain pen but it was left atop her dresser and I only remember it being dried out and forlorn. That was when I was a child knowing nothing of pens. But… I completely feel your love of your grandfather in this also through the watches. I bought a lovely omega pocket watch and knew immediately that it must be an heirloom for my son. Thank you Stephen.

[@roryclague5876]

That was a very touching story about Stephen's grandfather's pen. His gift to Dr. Brown has lead to a passion that has benefited many enthusiasts in this rather cozy community of ours. A lot of enthusiast communities have a combative vibe. Take a look at audio gear enthusiasts or photography gear enthusiasts. Fountain pen people are like fountain pens: warm, welcoming, a little contemplative, a little nerdy, and just pure fun.

[@mrfxstsb96]

What a special story about how you received your grandfathers pens. Although my grandparents are long gone, I am at that age where I can gift my fountain pens to my grandchildren.

[@martinlebl631]

My Visconti Opera is my favorite pen, and also my first gold nib. It is the almont honey finish that came out right before the elements finishes. Always wanted the fire as well, as it looks great. I keep mine full of Heart of Darkness at all times, so it is my signature, check writing, important notes pen.

[@barbarawest1205]

Joost, thank you for doing this series! And Stephen, you and Azizah each put a lump in my throat this afternoon. They are beautiful pens, but as you say - even more beautiful stories.

[@Deb_BG]

I watched Azizah's video a few minutes ago, then came looking for this one featuring Dr. Brown. These videos are so interesting and heartwarming! Thank you.

[@nmkjnmnjm]

Parker 75 have also been with me for my entire life, from middle school all throughout my career. Writes beautifully, extremely well made, indeed something special about it

[@michaelmooney8083]

Earth, wind, fire ...and water, is the fourth element, I think. Thanks Stephen

[@MummyBrown]

Parker was also my introduction to pens as a kid. That was a wonderful story. Great episode!

[@countduckula9977]

Thank you Stephen & Joost for posting this wonderful video. Stephen, the stories as to why you liked these pens is totally fascinating and moving. I liked the inky fingers [a sign of a true fountain pen fan].

[@goldensonar]

Joost, By inviting Stephen to this video you nailed it. Great video, Thanks to both of you.

[@nicholasadams1283]

Lovely. Thank you.

[@EastLancashireJohn]

Wonderful to see Stephen talk about his favourite pens 😊

[@AppelboomPennen]

We agree!

[@jungroe]

Very inspiring, thank you.

[@andrewbrendan1579]

What wonderful stories, Dr. Brown, and told so well. I'd love to know how your grandfather acquired the Parker Pens and the pen holder and what stories or associations those items might have had for him.---I appreciate what might be called your philosophy of pens. It's great how pens can connect us with people and events that are important to us and still be so useful and practical.

[@sharon888b]

Great idea for a series. Enjoyed Stephen's top three and looking forward to the next one.

[@peterhofmann8292]

Joost lovely idea, and nice to have Stephen as the first "guest", looking forward to more.

[@sotvanbreslau2768]

Absolutely best in the series! Thank you man !

[@olegkolbasenko]

Awesome story! Thank you so much sbrebrown and Appelboom Pennen!

[@alexpastukhov8222]

pleasant to know yours favorite pen, greatings from ural.!👍❤

[@terrclymac]

Quite enjoyable. Many thanks.

[@ppilasiewiczz]

Very touching

[@gutfinski]

Even here in the untamed wilderness of (former) British North America, we have heard of the penman extraordinaire Dr. Brown, and follow his wisdom in a number of endeavors.

[@franciscomachado9946]

Great Video.Thank You

[@Cortesevasive]

Yeah Sailor pen , need more of them in your shop

[@Dobj319]

Stephen’s grandfather’s pens reminds me of my mother’s Sheaffer Snorkel. I remember watching her fill it when I was a child in the 1950s. It is three times a gift: my father gave it to her, eventually she gave it to me, and then my niece gave me some money to have it restored. I suppose one day it will be four times a gift.

[@petervlaming9507]

Hello. I also have a Schaeffer snorkel from my grandfather. I unsuccessfully tried to restore it myself. Any suggestions on where I might get it professionally restored ?

[@richardsims6016]

Dear Stephen, What a great video, beginning with Jost Appelboom's comment about your moving to Canada for "the love of your life!" I was particularly moved by the description of Opa's pens & their deep meaning to you. Thank you.

[@manuelb.p.6932]

Great idea...

[@johnquant9924]

Great choices and great stories! I have my late grandmother's Parker 51 special in my pocket now--bland and basic (and my favorite!). I wish Visconti would re-issue the Opera elements (especially the water), or that the classic pens acrylic were available on something the size of a MB146 or M600.

[@JohnFishman]

The best things about pens ... and people ... are the stories. Thank you, Stephen, for sharing yours. And thank you, Appelboom, for this series.

[@Sonicman415]

Hello. So fun. Beautiful pens.

[@Cocobird5]

Lovely.

[@sanjinpetrovic]

Lovely initiative and a perfect start. Looking forward to next ones...

[@toratorazumi]

Great Video

[@Rustyshackelford177]

Love video

[@AppelboomPennen]

Thank you for watching!

[@allydea]

Nice initiative.

[@markcollins2876]

I thought the third pen would be the Yard O’ Lead

[@МаксимСаенко-д1с]

Hi! What model of Sailor fountain pen was mentioned in this review? And what Sailor fountain pens have the same measurements (I mean barrel and cap)?

[@alistairbarrow5642]

in regards to the LB5, does any other manufacturer use diffusion bonded acrylic?

[@pachucocadaver66]

Wow I use to have a same kind of pens 🖊 with me great 👍 pens 🖊

[@AppelboomPennen]

You have a great taste!

[@a.malaikasharp1740]

Thank you for many hours of listening and learning fountain pen history, usage/function and care; lore and culture. Five elements: Earth, Wind, Fire, water and Air.

[@mckonal]

his perspective is almost as perfect as it gets. the pens are most valuable and meaningful and dear to us when they have stories and shared experiences and pivotal moments in our lives with them. the writing quality and price tag follow. (they are objectively important tho.)

[@phugoid]

I had to turn up the volume to nearly 80% and yet you were barely audible. Strange