Blog - Pen Modifications

How to Troubleshoot a Fountain Pen

Jul 30, 2024

We explain how to fix common fountain pen problems, with step-by-step instructions, pictures, and video demonstrations. If your pen is scratchy, has poor ink flow, or is putting out too much ink, these tips may just do the trick!

How to Fill a Fountain Pen

May 14, 2024

We explain the most popular ways to put ink in a fountain pen, with step-by-step instructions, a video demonstration, and clear explanations of the pros and cons of each method.

How to Refill an Ink Cartridge Using a Syringe

May 7, 2024

Did you know you can refill empty ink cartridges with bottled fountain pen ink? In this guide, we show you exactly how to do it, complete with pictures and step-by-step instructions.

How to Change a LAMY Fountain Pen Nib

Nov 6, 2023

In this guide, we walk you through which nibs are compatible with the LAMY Safari, which LAMY nibs are interchangeable, and two ways that you can use to replace your LAMY nib.

How to Swap Kaweco Sport Fountain Pen Nibs

Jul 3, 2023

We show you how to swap the nib of your Kaweco Sport fountain pen for any standard Kaweco 060 nib or Kaweco Calligraphy nib, complete with a video, step-by-step instructions, and tips on how to deal with a stuck nib.

What Pens Work With Zebra Mildliners?

Jul 18, 2022

A set of Zebra Mildliners has become a popular addition to any student's pen case. Though their water-based ink is notorious for smudging gel inks, there are some pens out there that won't falter in the face of highlighting. Read on to learn more about our favorite writing instruments that will stay smudge-free when paired with Mildliners.

How to Disassemble and Reassemble TWSBI Fountain Pens

Jul 5, 2022

One of the great things about TWSBI fountain pens is that they are made to be completely user serviceable. Learn how to take apart and put together your TWSBI piston- and vacuum-filled fountain pens to keep them working smoothly in this guide.

How to Refill Lead for Multi Pens

Jun 20, 2022

Multi pens with mechanical pencil components are amazing useful, but it's not always easy to figure out how to refill the lead. Read our guide to see how to refill lead in your multi pen.

The Best Multi Pencils

May 16, 2022

Artists and students will appreciate a multi mechanical pencil thanks to its ability to switch between leads of different sizes and grades. Read on to see which multi pen bodies can be used to create a multi pencil.

How to Remove and Store Ink Cartridges

Mar 8, 2022

Liquid ink cartridges are an easy and convenient way to fill a wide variety of pens, but what should you do when you want to remove a cartridge before you’ve used up all the ink? We have some tried-and-true methods you can use to safely store your punctured ink cartridges until you’re ready to use them again.

How to Refill the Hi-Tec-C Coleto Multi Pen

Dec 24, 2019

Learn how to refill the Hi-Tec-C Coleto Customizable Multi Pen in this guide, including the pencil and eraser components.

Pilot Petit1 Fountain Pen Eyedropper Conversion Tutorial

Jun 4, 2019

The small but mighty Pilot Petit1 Fountain Pen is a budget-friendly pen that's great for fountain pen beginners and experts alike. Its proprietary cartridges don't hold much ink--but there's a simple solution. Read on to see how to convert this pocket pen into an eyedropper filler!