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Available exclusively on Massdrop, these inks from the Birmingham Pen Company draw inspiration from noteworthy people, places, and events in Pittsburgh’s history. The ink is made in the UK and individually bottled by hand in Pittsburgh, and the label on each 30-milliliter bottle contains information about how that color got its name Read More
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22216
Jun 3, 2018
"Hand bottled"
"Ink that’s professional enough to use for daily writing, with enough character and nuance to garner appreciation from discerning eyes."
Who writes this trite nonsense? What sort of idiot thinks that kind of copy influences a purchase decision? Worse--what kind of idiot actually is influenced by it?!!!
And what I'm supposed to do with all those bottles of ink I've amassed over the years that I now must assume aren't "professional" and worse--may actually have been filled by some kind of infernal machine? I probably have fifty bottles of ink by a dozen manufacturers--why wasn't I told I was only buying amateur-grade ink at the time?
And when did our society sink to the level of ink-shaming? Will I be bullied now by users who's ink is more nuanced than mine? Is there a support group for folks who's ink doesn't garner appreciation?
And while we're on the subject, exactly how and when, does one make the leap from an amateur to a professional ink-writer? Is there a guild? Do I need an agent? Do I get a fat signing bonus?
And do I need a professional fountain pen to use this ink? I certainly wouldn't want some "discerning eye" to notice that my ink was suitably nuanced, but my pen wasn't--how embarrassing would that be?! As bad as wearing a white dinner jacket after six? A guy could probably could get arrested for that sort of thing somewhere...
"Ink that’s professional enough to use for daily writing, with enough character and nuance to garner appreciation from discerning eyes."
Who writes this trite nonsense? What sort of idiot thinks that kind of copy influences a purchase decision? Worse--what kind of idiot actually is influenced by it?!!!
And what I'm supposed to do with all those bottles of ink I've amassed over the years that I now must assume aren't "professional" and worse--may actually have been filled by some kind of infernal machine? I probably have fifty bottles of ink by a dozen manufacturers--why wasn't I told I was only buying amateur-grade ink at the time?
And when did our society sink to the level of ink-shaming? Will I be bullied now by users who's ink is more nuanced than mine? Is there a support group for folks who's ink doesn't garner appreciation?
And while we're on the subject, exactly how and when, does one make the leap from an amateur to a professional ink-writer? Is there a guild? Do I need an agent? Do I get a fat signing bonus?
And do I need a professional fountain pen to use this ink? I certainly wouldn't want some "discerning eye" to notice that my ink was suitably nuanced, but my pen wasn't--how embarrassing would that be?! As bad as wearing a white dinner jacket after six? A guy could probably could get arrested for that sort of thing somewhere...
Measty
332
Jun 22, 2018
For someone who loses their mind about ink descriptions, you're quite a pleasant conversationalist.
DBergy65
6
Jun 1, 2018
Too bad that of the thirty or more inks that Birmingham Pens has we only have a choice from five of them. There are lots of great colors.
NeWaVdubs
218
Jun 7, 2018
Three bottles with shipping and tax here is cheaper than two bottles with shipping and no tax through Goulet. No brainer! LOL
SomoHapiens
60
Jun 2, 2018
Hey these look good. would you be able to provide some samples of words written in the color they're in? And maybe one on rhodia/clairefontain and one on a normal office paper for comparison?
Cotton swabs aren't that accurate of the true color. Thanks!
bill_i_am75
3
Jun 8, 2018
UnwisefoolLook under option 2 or option 3. I was able to select purple as my 2nd option. We'll see if I actually get it.
FifteenZen
13
Jun 4, 2018
I’m from Pittsburgh, and I’ve never heard of these guys. I’m in. Bought 2 sets to get all the colors, doubled up on the swanky green! Def check out the brand’s site, they have loads of colors - very smoky, subtle blues and grays, some super sharp pinks and reds.
FifteenZen
13
Jun 4, 2018
xmanrex123To get all 5, you have to purchase 2 sets - it’ll be $29.98. But, you have to pick three bottles for each order, so you end up with 6 bottles instead of 5. Double up on the one you like most.
mattbott
18
Jun 1, 2018
I wish Jeff Goldblum Independence Gray was included! Shout out from Pittsburgh though, hoping this does well for a local small business =]
KrisLyssara
74
Jun 2, 2018
All the colors here are Massdrop exclusive, though. You can buy their other colors elsewhere.
JasonHe
4
Sep 19, 2019
Will you release this drop again? Really want to buy one of these inks. Thank you
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