[16:31:07] Disconnected [16:31:38] jtv sets mode +o gouletpens [16:31:39] <@gouletpens>test [16:31:46] <@gouletpens>i wanna see some test [16:35:04] new comment [16:35:29] :) [16:35:43] ;) [20:54:40] jtv sets mode +o gouletpens [20:55:10] <@mrsgouletpens>Seasons are nice [20:55:24] What change in season? It's either hot or slightly less hot... sometimes maybe rain... [20:55:42] and that's in? [20:55:45] THat is my point. Hot and not so hot. [20:55:49] CA [20:56:06] But I want it to be coat weather. [20:56:23] Move to AK [20:56:26] I have so many cute coats that I could be wearing. :D [20:56:30] <@mrsgouletpens>lol [20:56:38] <_darkwave>It's Summer here in Australia. The dreaded heat! [20:56:51] <_darkwave>I want Winter back. [20:57:00] What time is it there? [20:57:03] Here in Philly it's 36 now, but will be 68-70 next Tuesday. [20:57:05] Good evening, all! [20:57:27] I'm thinking of moving to WA this coming year. [20:57:29] <@mrsgouletpens>Good evening! [20:57:33] I see you [20:57:38] Hi Brian and Rachel [20:57:41] *waves* [20:57:45] hey! [20:57:47] Howdy [20:57:48] hello [20:57:48] not squished [20:57:49] <_darkwave>G'day! [20:57:54] audio *and* video! [20:58:23] and ~static (chat window) [20:58:23] Instant diet plan [20:58:38] Bye [20:58:53] checking in [20:59:19] and now, gone. [20:59:28] eh, i meant not squished today :) [20:59:29] Testing one, two, three . . . Power corrupts. Absolute power . . . is kinda neat :) [20:59:31] <@mrsgouletpens>and we're back! [20:59:45] Happy Goulet Wednesday! [20:59:51] Hello! [20:59:52] I put in my order for the Pilot Metropolitan Fountain Pen today. Super excited. [20:59:55] Hi! [20:59:59] good evenin [21:00:03] me? stressed [21:00:09] Metro is an unbelievable pen' [21:00:09] hello again [21:00:37] What kind of camera do you use for the webcast? [21:00:39] hello! [21:00:39] Oh hai! [21:00:41] hi, [21:00:52] Mac or PC? [21:00:53] nice [21:00:54] I got the black and the silver... Can't wait... I put in the order as soon as I got the email saying that the black was back in stock. [21:00:56] nice.............. [21:01:02] Hi All. [21:01:13] I'm getting the 27" iMac when it comes out in Dec. [21:01:15] I missed the black but am waiting for the silver one. [21:01:15] cant wait to get my Prima to get here tomorrow [21:01:18] silly apple [21:01:24] Hello =) [21:01:26] it's all about 'nix [21:01:28] How do they make such a cool pen for $15? [21:01:30] But no hard drive on the Retina [21:02:03] Yay for no plans. [21:02:04] <_darkwave>Shartvigs Chatoyance [21:02:06] Those are the best episodes anyways [21:02:18] Post-election edition! :D [21:02:23] is shartvigs here [21:02:29] YAY! [21:02:30] THANK YOU! [21:02:33] Thank You [21:02:36] Hi from Austin TX [21:02:39] Does Shartvigs know he is famous? [21:02:52] I think he is a student. I watched his video on YouTube. [21:02:55] lol [21:03:09] Woot, another WT@9 [21:03:47] Shartvigs sounds like a brand of Fountain Pen. [21:04:01] The interviews with your staff were fun. [21:04:04] Do a video tour of the shop. [21:04:42] Drew was so charismatic. [21:04:45] Liiiike shartvigs! [21:05:00] It's nice to be able to put faces to everyone's names [21:05:04] Did the winners claim their pens [21:05:14] OOO [21:05:52] would you guys consider a write in contest? [21:06:01] Love my TWSBI Mini, Fine nib. Prefer it much more than my Vac 700. Have you received any other feedback on it from some of your other customers? [21:06:10] Yay I love mailart! [21:06:14] Was a great time. :) [21:06:17] and I'm in australia! [21:06:18] maybe a xmas special giveaway? [21:06:42] Does Platignum make a converter for their pens? [21:06:49] I too love my Twsbi Mini, but I'm more amazed by my Pilot Mertropolitan [21:06:53] Are you getting good reports from your customers on the Pilot Metro? Mine came today, and it is a great value. [21:07:05] I love mine too! [21:07:11] LOVE my Mini! [21:07:14] Yeah its definitely balanced.. [21:07:15] YES!!! [21:07:15] I got my Metro on Tuesday and inked it up today with the Diamine Ochre...LOVE it! [21:07:15] Here's an instant Mimi review. Love mine. Get one. [21:07:20] Much better nib! [21:07:23] fits so well in my hand [21:07:36] oh will you guys plan to do holiday packages? [21:07:49] Hi all [21:08:04] Do they ink those pens up? I thought I saw some behind my piston seals? [21:08:28] Like for testing [21:08:34] any one have suggestion what pen pouch to get? pref one that holds at least 3 pens [21:08:39] Might have been some grease [21:08:45] like machine grease [21:08:50] Could be [21:08:59] or silicone grease? [21:09:01] Not concerned. Would be happy to see them testing it [21:09:05] I flushed mine and it had a faint blue [21:09:19] Your mini Sartain? [21:09:29] Yup, I assumed it was testing ink [21:09:48] Yeah I thought I saw some too. It wasn't thick like silicone [21:10:18] yup like gift sets =) [21:10:38] Can you recommend some good saturated inks for the Christmas season? [21:10:41] so uguys talk about pens?? [21:11:04] Now, how do I convince my husband that ink or a pen is a good gift... [21:11:15] Antietam is a nice bright red [21:11:18] now i feel to kill myself [21:11:27] wit a pen [21:11:28] What are you guys hearing about the Metropolitan? I love mine. How do they do it for $15 [21:11:32] Post pictures everywhere of what you want [21:11:33] thank u [21:11:35] buy it and tell him he doesn't need to get you anything [21:11:38] mrsgouletpens sets mode +b soulcomfort [21:11:40] Send them the direct links [21:11:55] Yup, send them the URL to what you want. [21:12:07] Thanks! [21:12:08] Thank You [21:12:09] I would love to see a "wish list" on the site.... My wife doesn't like to do gift certs [21:12:15] I inked mine when it arrived at work today. I'm impressed [21:12:25] Shareable! [21:12:25] Any ideas from anyone about reducing the stink of the Noodler's pens? I can't use mine at work because my coworkers can smell it when I use it! [21:12:26] What's up with the TWSBI 540's in terms of them being discontinued? When will you guys be getting their replacement (580?) [21:12:48] I just got mine today :) (The one I won from you!) [21:12:50] It *is* great out of the box... [21:12:52] Does that converter really stay on? [21:12:57] yes, it does. [21:13:00] I'm so impressed already. What a crazy good deal [21:13:01] Cause it doesn't stay on the Parallels.... [21:13:03] try puting the pen in a box with white uncooked rice for a few weeks [21:13:08] I like the zigzag [21:13:31] Yay fine nibs [21:13:32] push fine nib [21:13:34] Have you guys ever bought or given pens to people that have never used fountain pens before? [21:13:37] tunning from Costa Rica!! hello! [21:13:41] <_darkwave>How would the Metropolitan compare to the Pilot 78G and Sheaffer VFM? Or maybe the Plaisir? [21:13:41] My Pilot Metro is better out of the box than my TWBI 540. [21:13:47] I thought I would not be so crazy about the M nib...but it is nice. [21:13:55] Thanks, Janicemariehook- I'll try it. I used antibacterial soap with no success. [21:13:56] yep, I got my husband the lamy studio and he loves it [21:14:07] welcome [21:14:15] just don't give them a gold nib [21:14:16] What's up with the TWSBI 540's in terms of them being discontinued? When will you guys be getting their replacement (580?) [21:14:21] Everyone [21:14:24] yes, with limited success [21:14:48] also one that used cartridges, ya [21:14:55] lol [21:14:57] Hahaha [21:15:00] "What fountain pen do you use most" is not a job application question??? [21:15:01] Have you guys heard about the two new Iroshizuku inks coming out in November? [21:15:01] hahahahah Brian's like *disgusted* cartridges!? [21:15:02] Raise your children well. [21:15:07] Hey now, Pilot cartridges are pretty darn good [21:15:10] Haha!! [21:15:11] In parochial school in the fifites, fountain pens were MANDATORY. Ball points were confiscated! [21:15:14] My Mom would never use a bottle [21:15:17] Is there a monkey emoticon for that face he just made? [21:16:06] I'd totally take pictures of product for you if you'd be willing to ship out to Alabama. White box, Ott light, Canon DSLR... yeah?? :D [21:16:28] How is your supply of Edisons? Do you get resupplied or is it possible you'll sell out and get no more? [21:17:20] So excited! Just wish they weren't so expensive =( [21:17:34] Any discounts for the holidays, promo's etc. [21:17:35] They are worth the money, awesome pens [21:17:45] I have a custom Edison and it's FANTASTIC [21:17:47] Yay! [21:18:10] Do you get ''bad'' feedback about shipment of inks in winter? I just began with fountain pens.. it may get to cold for water based inks outsde soon. [21:18:11] ooh, that sounds cool [21:18:13] woah video froze O.O [21:18:15] very cool...I love my Edisons! [21:18:21] Any clues? [21:18:43] Sweet, I'm in for one. Sight unseen. ;-) [21:18:55] If real concerned get Noodler's Polar inks [21:19:12] i love the edison aurora boreals colored pens [21:19:31] The bubble wrap insulates it pretty well [21:20:12] Goulet packaging is legit [21:20:15] red? [21:20:23] wha [21:20:24] Good to know, thanks. So inks stays fine, freezing and unfreezing in transit. [21:20:24] SPARKLES [21:20:25] t [21:20:28] I vouch for that - shipments to Australia are wonderfully packaged [21:20:34] YES TO CANDY. [21:20:37] <3 <3 [21:20:42] Can you get Bock nibs? [21:20:45] Limited edition shrink wrap...collect 'em all! [21:20:49] Question unrelated to the business- do either of you collect vintage or antique pens? If so, what are some of your favorite treasures you've found? [21:20:57] when are new Lamy 1.5mm nibs coming in stock? [21:21:08] love the videos [21:21:11] The packaging is so secure that I always have a hard time even unwrapping all the bubble wrap and shrink wrap that I end up ripping everything in frustration =P [21:21:19] Yahere, they don't [21:21:29] ah, good to know. Oh well. [21:21:31] There into modern pend [21:21:42] do i need to flush my prima when i get it tomorrow or should it be good to go out of the box to ink up? [21:21:53] But all the packaging makes it feel like Christmas every time you get it [21:21:54] thank you :) [21:21:56] Actually speaking of Lamy nibs - is there an *easy* way to get the section disassembled? I had to seriously wrestle with mine the other day and the feed suffered slightly. [21:21:56] I'm into Waterman HR [21:22:06] oohhhh, those sounds excellent. [21:22:13] Waterman 52s are great! [21:22:25] Mine are [21:22:44] I love my 52 [21:22:51] I wanna find a nicer level flex pen... any suggestions? I'm an artist [21:22:53] an Edison is on my wish list-- have my eye on the cobalt [21:22:53] The 52 is a wet noodle isn't it? [21:22:54] *sound. sorry for typo. It's been fun to collect the new ones as well as the antiques and compare their development. [21:22:54] @Chrissyvg257 That's why everytime a package from Goulet comes I'm literally bouncing in my seat because it's so exciting =P [21:23:08] I started with a modern pen or three, now I'm more interested in vintage ones [21:23:35] Sidhe, some are, some are semi flex, some are nails [21:23:36] Are the Bock #6 nibs the same size as the Edison nibs? There's a Bock nib I'd like to try and get my hands on. [21:23:38] Is there a minimum order to get candy? I didn't get any :) [21:23:40] Sidheblessed, not always a wet noodle. They come in different flexes. [21:23:42] A 52 can have many different types of nibs. [21:23:50] Thanks guys [21:24:03] Awc26 ... you should get a Sheaffer Imperial ;) awesome 70s FPs [21:24:31] <@mrsgouletpens>No minimum order for candy. We should be including that in every order, as of the last few weeks. Maybe if it's just Ink Drop then it might not be included b/c those are pre-done up. [21:24:35] I'll take a look. can't really afford more though... [21:24:43] Sidheblessed, are you looking for a flex pen? [21:24:59] No big deal but no candy in my box [21:25:01] I am! [21:25:05] Do you recommend dip pens for testing inks quickly? [21:25:14] I've a snorkel, two balances (lady and admiral?) 51 and Vacumatic [21:25:16] Well I have three Noodlers but I hear a lot of good things about the flexier nib on the 52 [21:25:27] I have a Shaffer Student from the early 50s that is my everyday pen. It's awesome. [21:25:39] Edison is Jowo isn [21:25:41] <_darkwave>Will you be carrying any more dip pens in the future? [21:25:49] t it? [21:25:56] The Bock Titanium Flex looks REAL interesting for an Edison [21:26:03] There's a guy named Mauricio on FPN who specializes in vintage flex pens. I got my 52 from him. [21:26:05] So really just curious [21:26:10] I find that my dip pens for ink testing is a LOT wetter than it will be in any given pen... [21:26:11] my dad had an old artists set with a bunch of fountain pens with needle-like tips (almost exactly like a pilot precise). What are those called so I can find some more? [21:26:27] Thanks Anaximander [21:26:37] they are technical pens... rapidographs [21:26:46] I don't necessarily think the Noodlers compare to a good century-old flex nib. I lucked into a couple of flexies on ebay and they're like writing with the tip of a feather- soft and flexy. [21:26:50] Five Star Pens has good prices for restored Waterman pens and there are writing samples [21:26:54] ah. thanks! [21:27:10] Ooh Yahere, that sounds like a cool experience! [21:27:22] Sidehblessed - Mauricio is at vintagepen.net I've gotten all four of my vintage pens from him. They're AMAZING!! [21:27:34] Thanks, I will look him up. ^.^ [21:27:57] yeah, that's THE place to get a true wet noodle that is an antique. I didn't have the funds though. :) [21:27:57] Check out five star! [21:28:12] Have you ever tried getting the De Atramentis Document inks? [21:28:22] What pen do you recommend to use with the J. Herbin Rouge Hematite? [21:28:34] Bortoletti dip pens are excellent, beautiful, but can be expensive. [21:28:41] yeah for callig pens & inks I reccomend john neal [21:28:55] No iron gall, but meet ISO standards [21:29:09] Any advice on mixing inks for custom colors? I know different ink brands and even colors have different properties- other than getting the mixing set, any tips? [21:29:11] for lightfast, permanent, and waterproof [21:29:19] I wanted to buy some scented inks to add a little special touch to my writing. I noticed De Atramentis has the biggest collection of scented inks are there any other brands that offer scented inks? [21:29:21] come in Blue and Black [21:29:49] I'm with Yahere. I'd like some tips too. Especially with helping get regular inks more water resistant. [21:30:00] Cool, that would be neat to be able to reference back for things. [21:30:03] J Herbin has scents. [21:30:03] Awesome. So much useful advice comes out of the chat. [21:30:13] I was going to try to make some scented inks and testy them out in my dodgy chinese pens [21:30:31] Well I know that you can mix Noodler's Polar inks with other Noodler's inks (was told it's okay from Noodler's) [21:30:43] Would you ever carry Montblanc inks? [21:30:52] Except Baystate inks, don't mix those EVERY [21:30:55] EVERY* [21:30:56] I've also mixed PR inks. [21:30:57] @Janice do you add like forgot what it is called...not scented oil [21:31:01] nor should you mix Iron Gall inks [21:31:08] Yeah the Herbin Violet one made of Violets is... *everlasting*. I had it in a pen months ago and it's STILL smelling. [21:31:09] essential oils [21:31:17] have you guys thought about making custom wax seals??? if not, do you know a good place to do it? [21:31:32] or a pigmented ink [21:31:34] I have trouble with Rouge Hematite being taken over by the green-gold sheen sitting on top... [21:31:34] @Janice YES that's it! haha will they react badly with the ink? [21:31:38] I had no problems cleaning it out of my Safari with just water. [21:31:45] What would happen if I mixed Baystates? A vortex? [21:31:51] Black hole, yeah. [21:31:51] no idea - that's why i'm going to try it! [21:31:54] Sediments [21:31:56] And I use it in the Lamy 2000 with no problems [21:32:08] I tend to use a red pen [21:32:14] @Janice oh! good luck! =) It would be cool to know if it could work [21:32:20] it's on the opposite end of the pH scale from normal inks so it's reacts like an acid and base mixing [21:32:47] Yeah I was wondering about that [21:32:55] i'll document it somewhere - probably on twitter @janicemarie or on my blog fripperee.wordpress.com [21:33:11] thank you =D [21:33:18] It's a fantastic ink for Xmas cards! [21:33:28] well la de da [21:33:33] Psh, who needs them. Snobs. [21:33:33] their loss! [21:33:57] amen [21:34:11] And isn't the whole point to get people using fountain pens? Cut off nose to spite face... [21:34:16] and they aren't REAL special inks for the price [21:34:28] Amen [21:34:38] if i had to get pens and ink online i wouldnt have any [21:34:46] Have you all ever considered putting a personal touch on some of the product pages, like maybe your experiences with ink properties, that way people would know why a giant gold section is in the middle of a red ink, lol. [21:34:52] Preach, sistah! [21:34:54] I'm with you Rachel [21:35:11] There is only one store in my entire city that sells fountain pens. And one brand of bottled ink. [21:35:12] Word! [21:35:13] true [21:35:13] Hallelujah! [21:35:25] Thank bob for Goulet. No joke. [21:35:33] @Mhphoo, many products shows video review of the products [21:35:37] More Montblancs are sold as pocket jewelry than actual use. [21:35:41] Personally quite dislike flashy pens [21:35:46] Hi, this is the first live chat of yours that I've seen -- how long is the show? thanks, Big Dave in NY [21:35:52] It makes FPs seem unaccessible and elitist [21:36:00] Testify, sister! [21:36:00] Yes!!! [21:36:02] @ Pascalq9, true, I'd forgotten about that. [21:36:03] Usually about and hour Djbisset [21:36:05] engraved pocket watches and cigar cutters. [21:36:06] Woot! [21:36:23] Preach it! [21:36:24] thanks. lots of fun here! [21:36:31] my boss had to use my pen today and i had to teach him to use it [21:36:34] There is room for all pens at all prices. [21:36:41] Hey, when we start out with a NoNonsense Sheaffer or a Plumix? Montblanc is like... gold bricks, LOL [21:36:51] Where are they located? I'm heading there. Will fight if I must [21:36:54] You had the chance to teach him, mine used my Pilot VP and completely wrecked the nib when I was in the washroom [21:36:54] I did get one of my students all intrigued about FPs- he's an artist and is really intrigued. You should have a new, 9 year old customer soon. :D [21:36:57] Pen Power to the People!!!! [21:37:06] I feel like Montblanc is a prestige brand [21:37:24] Whereas other brands are functional and fun [21:37:27] just loggin in, what'd I miss [21:37:27] My students love my fountain pens. I let them write with my Safaris. [21:37:31] Good Job Yahere [21:37:32] Yes, and you pay for that prestige. [21:37:51] Anything to say about Waterman pens?? [21:38:03] Drsamgray, I push pens--I mean lend pens to--on my students, too. They love them! [21:38:28] They used to have a good range of entry level pens, like the Phileas and the Kultur [21:38:31] Didn't "Waterman" invent the fountain pen? (thanks) [21:38:35] I'm a 20 year old college student and my friends look at me like I'm the weirdest person on the planet for using fountain pens. I just wish they could understand how great it feels to write with them. [21:38:35] @Sdheblessed, some companies do it right.. Pilot/Namiki covers it all. Plumix, to collectable. probably other pen makers too [21:38:36] Dude. I'd not let my kiddos use most of my pens. [21:38:41] meh, parker pens aren't anything special unless it's the old ones [21:38:44] I try to use FPs when amking notes in front of the patrons at my library. Not lending them one though! [21:38:46] Both are owned by Sanford. Pens aren't a focus for them. [21:38:47] The Waterman Kultur is about $30, isn't it? [21:38:52] Pilot are fantastic [21:39:00] It was, yes [21:39:00] No, LE Waterman made a slightly beter one [21:39:10] and good press [21:39:19] BUt I keep seeing it on ebay for like 60+ [21:39:23] Go! Go! [21:39:25] I let my students use the Safaris, not the expensive ones. [21:39:25] Go for it... [21:39:26] @Knitwit1912 - Yay, librarians! [21:39:27] BUMP! haha :) have you guys thought about making custom wax seals??? if not, do you know a good place to look at? [21:39:32] 5th? basically a felt tip pen? [21:39:34] Hahahaha, "Can I make another rant?" [21:39:42] Looks like the ductus [21:39:43] Piece of @&#&^* [21:39:46] Rant away Rachel! [21:39:47] ANimetears4-- you should be at my campus-- I'm a professor with fountain pens- scares people when I open my pen [21:39:47] Seen it in ads...looks bizarre. [21:39:48] I'm also a college student. My fellow students are jealous about how quickly I can take notes, it's because I use cursive with FPs that glide across the page... nowadways cursive isn't taught to kids growing up in schools. [21:39:49] Rant on! The 5th is a felt tip with a *** nib. Ugh!! [21:39:52] It is not for me. [21:39:53] felt-tip shield [21:39:56] Haven't seen it myself [21:39:59] I don't think I ned to [21:39:59] I laughed when I first saw it [21:40:00] (breathe, breathe!) [21:40:01] Wrote with one at a store once, really nothing special at all [21:40:03] Your ranting is so awesome. [21:40:03] I've seen those, what's up with them... it's not a FP but it's not normal. Please don't order those. [21:40:05] I tried one at a high end Pen store in Denver. Not worth my time! [21:40:05] basic flet tip pen [21:40:07] this is the ingenuity? [21:40:09] Anyone seen those Bics for ladies? [21:40:10] I wrote with one in the early '80s [21:40:20] I can't believe they introduced that priced at $190. what the heck?! [21:40:21] I think it's a pen for the business-man who is on TV showing his pen not ink ;) [21:40:23] It feels so WEIRD having to write with a ballpoint for tests [21:40:25] You guys need more passion. Really. [21:40:30] lol. Bics for ladies to go with our deodorant and razors. [21:40:34] Brandon has it right, LOL [21:40:35] ;) [21:40:35] lol! [21:40:35] <_darkwave>Posers rejoice [21:40:35] lol [21:40:39] The guy at Paradise Pens tried to convince me to buy one of those... and I was like "well.. that's ok.. I use real fountain pens.." [21:40:41] eep! [21:40:42] the Amazon reviews are hilarious [21:40:46] love my Parker Duofolds, but can't get the concept of the 5th [21:40:49] lol [21:40:50] yup [21:41:03] Are you able to get a Rhodia Webbie to lay flat? I'm having issues with my pocket webbie [21:41:04] oh, random question, can the Invincia pens be used as eyedropper or does it have metal in it? [21:41:07] Well tell us how you really feel! Exactly [21:41:13] Go to a store and try one [21:41:14] Hadn't seen it and just took a look...yeah I don't see the appeal either [21:41:17] Don't waste your money!!!! [21:41:18] ballpoints..the Aztek of pens [21:41:18] New Qn: What works best to get INK off my fingers....?? [21:41:38] time [21:41:39] Ink off fingers? Time. [21:41:41] haha [21:41:45] gasoline [21:41:45] LOL [21:41:46] noooo cracking spines. :( [21:41:52] brake fluid [21:41:55] dang [21:41:57] Lava soap...or ink nix.... [21:41:57] ink on fingers= badge of awesome [21:42:03] Ink off fingers? [21:42:06] Bleach [21:42:11]