note taking & writing
The OMAS Bologna Galassia Black Trim marks the reintroduction of the classic Bologna fountain pen collection – an iconic model originally designed in the 1930s. The pen retains the silhouette of the original pre-war design, updated with a modern piston-filling system in…
The Legacy Collection TwinFlip Pen Case by Galen Leather is one of those rare accessories that gets everything right—form, function, and feel. Handcrafted in Turkey from soft, vegetable-tanned full-grain leather, it blends classic craftsmanship with thoughtful utility. The case holds up to…
The TWSBI GO is yet another TWSBI model to be reviewed on those pages here. It is an entry-level fountain pen – sort of in the league of a Lamy Safari – that stands out through some unique design features. Made…
The Kaweco Original blends classic design – inspired by writing instruments from the 1950s – with contemporary materials like aluminium. True to its name, the “Original” retains the iconic octagonal shape that defines the Kaweco brand as seen in e.g.…
The Pilot Custom 823 Amber embodies a minimalist ethos, focusing on reduced aesthetics and functional beauty. Here is the video review!
The Kumano Leather Pen Holster draws its name from the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage – ancient trails leading to Japan’s Shinto shrines. This heritage-inspired pen holster is a nod to purposeful journeys, much like those who carry their favorite writing instruments.…
Having reviewed the TWSBI Diamond 580 series before, I was intrigued by this version featuring rose gold plating. It’s a refined addition to the classic, transparent design, offering a touch of warmth and luxury without losing its utilitarian charm. The…
There is all kinds of pen and stationery reviews here on Scrively. Being a review page, the range of reviewed products, of course, is somewhat eclectic. On the other hand, as a reviewer, it is hard to say “Yes” to…
The Waterman Exception is a fairly special fountain pen, and very unique in its design. I have reviewed it (in black) already back in the year 2017. To commemorate the fact that, from 2022 onwards, all Waterman pens are fully…
Some years ago, I reviewed the Leonardo Momento Zero. Here, we now have a different incarnation of this pen. Slightly larger compared to the Momento Zero, with a smaller clip, and piston filling – but the same cool 1930s Italian…
A while ago I have reviewed the Caran d’Ache Ecridor mechanical pencil – back then in the “Retro finish”. Ever since, I was eager to review an Ecridor in some of the other guilloche-finishes that are available, as they all…