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#1 inkwisitor

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Posted 19 April 2014 - 10:08 PM

Hello Everyone,

 

I originate from Southern England but live in a beautiful part of Scotland. I've used fountain pens since the early 1960's but have only been a serious collector over the last ten years or so. Collecting, I suppose, assumes a degree of purpose and organisation whereas my approach tends to be based on what appeals at the time resulting in a fairly eclectic mix of pens, most of which are vintage.

 

I have a particular liking for German piston fillers including some of the lesser known brands (Geha, Luxor, Mercedes etc.) but also have a liking for workhorse, Newhaven (Sussex) built Parker Duofolds and Mabie & Todd Swans of which I have several. 

 

It is good to find a forum where there is so much interesting information and proper "grown-up" debate. I very much look forward to future visits.

 

 

Philip



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Posted 20 April 2014 - 12:42 AM

Welcome!
 

​You will find the folks here at the FP Board really knowledgable and very friendly, and frankly, a much more learned audience willing to help you out. This "IS" the place to grow and to know about fountain pens!

 

If there is something I can do for you, please let me know!

 

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#3 david i

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Posted 20 April 2014 - 01:37 AM

Welcome,

 

FPB is not the biggest board on the block, but we have a great deal to offer, and unlike some boards we won't micro manage you.

 

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#4 Widget

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Posted 20 April 2014 - 07:08 AM

Few people here now from the UK.  There is even a British Pens category although with your German pison fillers not so much for you.  Your MT's and Duofolds could help swell it out.  Do put some on.  I have a friend in Scotland love the place.  lot of knowledgeable lads and lasses here.  I joined to obtain knowledge so that I did not overpay for my pens.  Still overpay just a better class of pen.



#5 The Good Captain

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Posted 20 April 2014 - 07:18 AM

Welcome to the board - it is a great one to visit and join in.


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#6 Deb

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Posted 20 April 2014 - 10:42 AM

Welcome.  I live in Scotland too and I'm especially fond of Mabie Todd pens.



#7 Wahl

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Posted 20 April 2014 - 06:07 PM

Welcome to the Board, Philip !



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Posted 24 April 2014 - 09:15 PM

Thank you all for the warm welcome. This forum certainly has an atmosphere that I like.

 

Deb,

 

I have followed your blog for some time and hold you responsible for my interest in M&T pens. Keep up the good work!



#9 Deb

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Posted 25 April 2014 - 01:56 PM

It's good to hear that I've passed the obsession on to yet another victim!






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