Is This Sailor Chinkin KOP The Most Beautiful Pen Ever Made? | Goulet Q&A 337

In this episode, Brian demonstrates how to use the Pineider Pen Filler, shares tips for keeping ink more lubricated, explains how to troubleshoot a stinky feed, spotlights the stunning Sailor Chinkin Giant Butterfly, and more! TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Intro 01:46 Feedback 04:18 New Stuff 09:01 Comp-nay Updates 11:24 1) Hey Brian, what are the best ways to display inked pens on a desk? Since the Brian Goulet Pen Stands aren’t available for purchase, are there any products you’d recommend? 21:26 2) Can you show how to use the Pineider pen filler? I’ve had one for years, but it never seals properly in the inkwell because the internal rubber piece doesn’t fit, so I’ve never been able to use it. 30:51 3) If the Niblet uses the same Jowo #6 housing as the Estie, would a Mag 600 nib unit work as a true flex option in a pocket pen? 48:47 4) I have an Opus 88 that develops a funky smell on the nib a few days after filling, even after multiple ink changes and thorough cleaning with dish soap. What else can I try to get rid of the smell? 59:53 5) Is there a product you can add to fountain pen inks to increase lubrication or slow drying, similar to additives for acrylic paints, and would you recommend using one? 01:05:03 6) I tried to order from the UK but saw shipping isn’t available anymore. Is that intentional, and if so, is it due to taxes, tariffs, shipping services, warranties, or low demand? I’m just curious why international ordering has changed. 01:13:39 7) Why do Jowo steel-nib fountain pens vary so widely in price across brands, and why is the fountain pen version often much more expensive than the ballpoint or rollerball in the same trim when the nib unit itself isn’t that costly? 01:19:56 Pen Spotlight: Sailor KOP Chinkin - Giant Purple Butterfly 01:28:16 Brian’s Adventures 01:30:19 What’s Back There? 01:33:53 Fun Fact LINKS TO PRODUCTS FEATURED: New Stuff: Visconti Homo Sapiens Dark Emerald (LE): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/visconti-homo-sapiens-fountain-pen-dark-emerald-limited-edition Visconti Homo Sapiens Dark Sapphire (LE): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/visconti-homo-sapiens-fountain-pen-dark-sapphire-limited-edition Private Reserve Crazy Train (LE) Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/private-reserve-crazy-train-limited-edition-60ml-bottled-ink Diplomat XO Camel Leather (LE): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/diplomat-xo-fountain-pen-camel-leather-limited-edition Ferris Wheel Press Embers of Time Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-embers-of-time-38ml-bottled-ink Ferris Wheel Press Skies of Uproar Ink: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/ferris-wheel-press-skies-of-uproar-20ml-bottled-ink Sailor Chinkin Giant Purple Butterfly (LE): https://www.gouletpens.com/products/sailor-chinkin-fountain-pen-giant-purple-butterfly-limited-edition Punilabo Pen Cases: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/punilabo-stand-up-pen-cases Esterbrook 2Go Cups: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/esterbrook-2go-pen-cups Goulet Sample Vial Holder: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/goulet-ink-sample-vial-holder Magna Carta Mag 600: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/magna-carta-mag-600-fountain-pens Esterbrook Niblet: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/esterbrook-niblet-fountain-pens Opus 88: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/opus-88 LAMY 2000: https://www.gouletpens.com/products/lamy-2000-fountain-pen-black Conklin: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/conklin Monteverde: https://www.gouletpens.com/collections/monteverde SHOP at our store! https://www.gouletpens.com/ LEARN more on our blog! https://www.gouletpens.com/blogs/fountain-pen-blog SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/GP-YTsubscribe ABOUT GOULET PENS: Brian & Rachel Goulet started The Goulet Pen Company in 2009 and you can see the evolution of our mom and pop into a full-blown company through this channel. We run a dedicated online store with fountain pens, ink, paper, and other fine writing accessories. Our goal with this channel is to provide fountain pen fans at all levels of experience with comprehensive product reviews, round ups, and how-to videos to answer all the fountain pen questions you may have. Shop at https://www.gouletpens.com. FOLLOW US: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gouletpens/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheGouletPenCompany TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gouletpens Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/gouletpens/ Sign up for Emails: https://www.gouletpens.com/pages/newsletter-signup Blog: https://www.gouletpens.com/blogs/fountain-pen-blog