How to Write with a Fountain Pen

About this video

The Gazette team provides a comprehensive guide to selecting and using fountain pens, covering how to choose the right pen based on size, weight, filling mechanism, and nib characteristics, as well as proper writing techniques, maintenance, and paper considerations. They explain why fountain pens offer a more intentional writing experience and unique character compared to ballpoint pens, and offer practical advice for both beginners and experienced users.

Key takeaways

• The Gazette team recommends selecting a fountain pen based on personal factors including hand size, weight preference, filling mechanism (piston, converter, or cartridge), and nib material and size rather than brand prestige or price
• The Gazette team emphasizes proper writing technique with fountain pens requires maintaining a 45-55 degree angle, keeping the hand rigid, using gentle pressure, and writing on high-quality fountain pen paper to avoid bleeding and smudging
• The Gazette team advises regular maintenance including keeping the cap on when not in use, cleaning every few years or as needed, storing in cool room temperature away from extreme temperatures, and being mindful of ink storage conditions

Episode details: published May 22, 2020 · 1M views · 17:23 long. Summary written by Self Growth Videos from the episode itself. The style guidance summarized here is the Gentleman’s Gazette team’s own teaching and opinion, presented for education; product recommendations are theirs, not ours. Summaries are written by Self Growth Videos from each video itself.

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