Why fountain pens still matter in 2026

Hey Pen People! Visit https://hensonshaving.com/downthebreatherhole or use code downthebreatherhole to receive 100 free blades with the purchase of a razor. And a big thanks to Henson Shaving for sponsoring this video! Fountain pens still matter in 2026, even though they seem old fashioned. But in the age of AI, smartphones, and digital convenience, there are real reasons why so many people are turning to fountain pens as a means of self-expression as they write, journal, and draw. In this video, I offer my top five reasons for why I love using fountain pens. 0:00 Technology offers convenience. Fountain pens offer intentionality. 1:36 Fountain pens are more personal and expressive than ballpoints. 2:56 Fountain pens are a more sustainable writing instrument. 4:10 Henson Shaving sponsorship 5:45 Fountain pens are easy on your hand and wrist and good for long writing sessions. 6:35 Fountain pen ink looks better than ballpoints on the page. 7:13 The fountain pen hobby offers new experiences without buying new things. 8:10 Final thoughts Link to community post with so many good reasons to use fountain pens: http://youtube.com/post/Ugkx0i1ca7k0dbLFfk0o2XbNsGbW5f8KGZYZ?si=1lAcVay9ZY11teJo MY LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/downthebreatherhole/ Pen People Discord: https://discord.gg/X2SPe5bgry Etsy: https://downthebreatherhole.etsy.com Website: https://www.brianwallacebaker.com/ Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?business=NGWDHLWGSNLP4&no_recurring=0&item_name=Thanks+for+supporting+Down+the+Breather+Hole%21&currency_code=USD MY FAVORITE WRITING GEAR (some paid affiliate links*) Brad's leather notebook covers - https://www.etsy.com/shop/WoodsyLeather Lamy Safari - https://amzn.to/42jMlc6 Pilot Iroshizuku Syo-ro fountain pen ink - https://amzn.to/42sjjaG Andhand Method ballpoint - https://www.andhand.co.uk/products/method-pen-black?ref=downthebreatherhole (use discount code "downthebreatherhole") Kaco 20-pen case - https://amzn.to/3Ef4Gz9 Favorite EDC Bag: Lochby Venture Pouch - https://www.lochby.com/yhrfy5 Favorite Sketchbook: Uglybooks - https://uglybooks.co/DBH Favorite paper: Rhodia ivory 90GSM paper - https://amzn.to/3GxTm1V Favorite paper 2: Midori - https://amzn.to/4h2feAy Uglybooks - https://uglybooks.co/discount/AFF10?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fall-books&rs_ref=D98hEBMj Magnetic bookmarks: https://amzn.to/3Z3ZN2H *As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. I also have affiliate accounts with several brands. Using my affiliate links doesn't cost you any extra, but it means I get a small commission if you make a purchase using these links. Thanks for your support!