Those pen clips were available not too long ago. Used to use them on writing implements, pen and pencil, during field work. Can’t remember when I last looked for them, lol. Could be decades, but I think it was this century! There were also ‘fancy’ spring loaded ones, I think the G nibs are only Ti plate.
That’s funny. I’ve actually been Traditional WetShaving for over 2 years now and your sitting here with a straight razor lol. I got many vintage Gillette fatboys, Slims, Black Beauty’s, SuperSpeeds and modern ones you name it . It to mention all the brushes, blades, and artisan shave soaps 💈😁✌🏻💈 I basically love Traditional WetShaving the way you love Fountain pens
Thank you Chris . It's strange to look back and realise that there was no such thing as the internet let alone ebay way back when and if you collected stuff or were just interested in browsing you had to go to a flea market or an antique store. My Parents were interested in going to the outdoor markets , some of which were quite large back in the 1970's & i would go with them . My mom was mainly interested in Pottery and China figures , she still has some of the disney figure and the beautiful ladys in wonderful dresses , all made of China and beautifully painted. I don't know now if these markets still exist with the online auction sites being easier. Really interesting collect of things Chris , I think I've seen the Japanese large pen before somewhere but all interesting stuff thanks for sharing , i do love looking at your collections of pens and things. :-)
Hey Chris, about those "titanium" Zebra nibs. Although marketed as such, they are not really made out of titanium. They are steel with a titanium nitride (TiN) coating, similar to what you'd find on those gold colored drill bits. That makes them more corrosion resistant, compared to the silver ones (and supposedly longer lasting), but they too will eventually rust.
I am curious about the tube of "square leads." Are they really square or that was just a marketing ploy? I would love to see more videos of your vintage flea market hauls. I love looking at that stuff. I have some myself that I have collected over the years. Thanks for a great and interesting video.
Interesting. I'd be intrigued by nearly everything you were, though I wouldn't have recognised the brands or even the function of some items. I'm considering getting a straight razor. My kids see it as a hipster impulse, but I like the ritual of it, and the accoutrements. The art deco lighter is very cool. Is the ebonite pen a novelty item?
These are treasures. Made me nostalgic
That was a lot of fun. Giant pen is my favorite, for sure.
Thanks for sharing your personal insights into American fountain pen collecting in the wild four decades ago.
I enjoyed this video and would love to see more of your collection. Thanks.
Thanks Chris for this jump into the past! I noticed a very interesting sound of that sheet of paper ... it gave me a clear feeling of resistance ...
This was a fun video. Quite enjoyed it. Thank you.
Those pen clips were available not too long ago. Used to use them on writing implements, pen and pencil, during field work. Can’t remember when I last looked for them, lol. Could be decades, but I think it was this century! There were also ‘fancy’ spring loaded ones,
I think the G nibs are only Ti plate.
I have some spring loaded clips on vintage pens. Just checked Amazon, they have silver & gold spring clips just like the vintage ones.
chrisrap52 Cool! I’ll check that out. Thanks.
FANTASTIC video!!!!! Really hit the spot...
That’s funny. I’ve actually been Traditional WetShaving for over 2 years now and your sitting here with a straight razor lol. I got many vintage Gillette fatboys, Slims, Black Beauty’s, SuperSpeeds and modern ones you name it . It to mention all the brushes, blades, and artisan shave soaps
💈😁✌🏻💈
I basically love Traditional WetShaving the way you love Fountain pens
Great idea with the TBT!!
Too funny...We grew up in Montgomery County and family lives in Limerick and Delaware county..
Thank you Chris . It's strange to look back and realise that there was no such thing as the internet let alone ebay way back when and if you collected stuff or were just interested in browsing you had to go to a flea market or an antique store. My Parents were interested in going to the outdoor markets , some of which were quite large back in the 1970's & i would go with them . My mom was mainly interested in Pottery and China figures , she still has some of the disney figure and the beautiful ladys in wonderful dresses , all made of China and beautifully painted. I don't know now if these markets still exist with the online auction sites being easier.
Really interesting collect of things Chris , I think I've seen the Japanese large pen before somewhere but all interesting stuff thanks for sharing , i do love looking at your collections of pens and things. :-)
super cool finds, love that candy pen
Thank you, Chris. A good idea as far as I am concerned.
Hey Chris, about those "titanium" Zebra nibs.
Although marketed as such, they are not really made out of titanium. They are steel with a titanium nitride (TiN) coating, similar to what you'd find on those gold colored drill bits.
That makes them more corrosion resistant, compared to the silver ones (and supposedly longer lasting), but they too will eventually rust.
Thanks I had my doubts. Haven't put in a pen yet.
I am curious about the tube of "square leads." Are they really square or that was just a marketing ploy? I would love to see more videos of your vintage flea market hauls. I love looking at that stuff. I have some myself that I have collected over the years. Thanks for a great and interesting video.
The round lead had four square sides. Used in some Eversharp pencils in the 30s.
What treasures! I love that huge pen lol!
Please come back to tell us how that G nib holds up. Can you link to the seller? Thanks for the video.
I show the listing. Search eBay, links expire quickly.
Interesting. I'd be intrigued by nearly everything you were, though I wouldn't have recognised the brands or even the function of some items. I'm considering getting a straight razor. My kids see it as a hipster impulse, but I like the ritual of it, and the accoutrements. The art deco lighter is very cool. Is the ebonite pen a novelty item?
It was considered a novelty. I haven't decided if I want to restore it or ink it up.
I think Rain Man would disagree with you. Isn't that a lot of money for that time?
I put it in perspective to my budget. A good dinner in NYC for 2 was $60. This was less than that.
@@chrisrap52 Wow, that's a lot of money even today.
@@chrisrap52 And has lasted many decades longer. :)