696: The Secret Menu of Nib Grinders

In episode 696 of The Pen Addict, Myke and Brad discuss feedback from listeners regarding the possibility of creating fake gold, the potential business model adjustments of Japanese pen brands due to gold price increases, and Myke's experience with the Kokuyo Soft Ring Notebook. They also delve into the color choices for the Cortex Sidekick Pocket rulings, the shout-out of the week to Waringle for their humorous take on Pantone's color of the year, and the exciting collaboration between LAMY and Kurotoga for a new mechanical pencil. Additionally, they cover MD Paper's rebranding to MD Product, Pen Chalet's special offers, the Field Notes Winter Quarterly Edition, and answer listener questions about pen recommendations for arthritic hands, podcast suggestions, ink longevity, and adding feedback to fountain pen nibs, ending with Factor as a sponsor.