Legacy GoPens Blog

On Point With Go Pens #72

I bought a pen restoring set and it has a little container of talc powder. I can't figure out what to do with it or why I need it! Talcum powder is lightly dusted on the new sac. It helps to abs...

Nib & Feed Paper Test

Sometimes with use, a nib may lift off from the feed. This can happen if pressure is applied to the nib in excess of what it can tolerate. If you slide a piece of paper between the nib and feed and...

Button-Filler Buttons and Bars

There are five buttons you might see on vintage pens: plastic, top hat, twist, aluminum, and brass. Plastic and top hat buttons were used in cheaper pens. The twist button was used in Mabie Todd Sw...

Slotted Display Trays

By now, we have all amassed a tidy collection of the perfect pens, or we're well on the way to having the perfect collection of pens. To be able to view them and store them easily, we have the perf...

Catalog #70 - 10% Off Sale

We are pleased to announce a sale of 10% off of any item remaining in Catalog #70. There are about 70 items remaining – hopefully one will be just what you’re looking for. Please be sure to also ch...