Episode 16 With Matthew Chen of Matthew's Nibworks
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July 10, 2025 5:27 am
In this episode, Matthew Chen, a renowned nib grinder, shares his journey into the world of fountain pens and nib grinding. He discusses his early experiences with pens, the evolution of his craft, and the unique techniques he learned from masters like Nagahara. Matthew also delves into his passion for photography, the quirky trend of placing pens in food, and the busy life of a nib grinder attending numerous pen shows. He emphasizes the importance of customer interaction and the personalized service he offers, including mail-in nib services.
Show Links
https://www.mattsnibworks.com
https://www.instagram.com/pactagon/
Takeaways
• Matthew Chen is a nib grinder known for his specialty grinds.
• He started using fountain pens in 2015 and quickly became interested in nib work.
• Matthew learned from nib grinding masters, including Nagahara.
• He enjoys photography and often captures moments at pen shows.
• The trend of placing pens in food started as a humorous meme.
• Matthew travels extensively for pen shows, attending around 20 events a year.
• He emphasizes the importance of customer interaction at shows.
• Mail-in nib services are available for those unable to attend shows.
• Matthew prefers a steady and manageable business approach.
• He values continuous improvement in his craft.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Matthew Chen and His Work
12:01 The Journey into Nib Grinding
23:47 Understanding Nib Grinds and Customer Experience
24:13 Understanding Nib Grinds and Writing Styles
26:38 Choosing the Right Nib Size for Grinds
29:28 Nib Quality and Tuning Challenges
32:09 The Art of Photography and Nib Grinding
37:25 The Trend of Pens in Food
39:14 Matthew’s Busy Pen Show Schedule
43:58 Future Plans for Matthew’s Nibworks
The DWRDNET Stationery Feed Episode 16 With Matthew Chen
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July 9, 2025 10:50 am
In this episode, Matthew Chen, a renowned nib grinder, shares his journey into the world of fountain pens and nib grinding. He discusses his early experiences with pens, the evolution of his craft, and the unique techniques he learned from masters like Nagahara. Matthew also delves into his passion for photography, the quirky trend of placing pens in food, and the busy life of a nib grinder attending numerous pen shows. He emphasizes the importance of customer interaction and the personalized service he offers, including mail-in nib services.
Show Links
https://www.mattsnibworks.com
https://www.instagram.com/pactagon/
Takeaways
Matthew Chen is a nib grinder known for his specialty grinds.He started using fountain pens in 2015 and quickly became interested in nib work.Matthew learned from nib grinding masters, including Nagahara.He enjoys photography and often captures moments at pen shows.The trend of placing pens in food started as a humorous meme.Matthew travels extensively for pen shows, attending around 20 events a year.He emphasizes the importance of customer interaction at shows.Mail-in nib services are available for those unable to attend shows.Matthew prefers a steady and manageable business approach.He values continuous improvement in his craft.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Matthew Chen and His Work
12:01 The Journey into Nib Grinding
23:47 Understanding Nib Grinds and Customer Experience
24:13 Understanding Nib Grinds and Writing Styles
26:38 Choosing the Right Nib Size for Grinds
29:28 Nib Quality and Tuning Challenges
32:09 The Art of Photography and Nib Grinding
37:25 The Trend of Pens in Food
39:14 Matthew’s Busy Pen Show Schedule
43:58 Future Plans for Matthew’s Nibworks
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Diving Headfirst into the Plotter Rabbit-hole: Crafting a Plotter Mini 5 Wallet
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July 8, 2025 7:01 am
Welcome back to dwrdnet! Today I’m diving into something a little different but equally exciting – unboxing and setting up the Plotter Mini 5 as a functional wallet. This compact 5-ring planner system has been gaining popularity not just for organization, but as a stylish alternative to traditional wallets for minimalists and stationery enthusiasts alike.
In this video, I’ll walk you through the complete unboxing experience, showing you the quality leather construction and thoughtful design details that make this piece special. Then I’ll demonstrate how to transform it into your everyday carry wallet – setting it up with card holders, organizing your essential cards and cash, and showing you how the 11mm rings and compact 4.7 x 3.15 inch size make it perfect for pocket carry.
The Plotter Mini 5 offers that perfect blend of functionality and craftsmanship that our pen community appreciates – premium materials, Japanese attention to detail, and that satisfying tactile experience we all love. Whether you’re looking to streamline your everyday carry or add another beautifully designed item to your collection, this setup guide will show you exactly how to make this planner work as your new go-to wallet.
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Iroful Mini 5 Paper at Vanness
https://vanness1938.com/products/sakae-tp-iroful-personal-organizer-mini-5-size-refill-5mm-dot?_pos=1&_psq=mini+5+iroful&_ss=e&_v=1.0
Iroful Bible Size at Vanness
https://vanness1938.com/products/sakae-tp-iroful-personal-organizer-bible-size-refill?_pos=22&_sid=c803ea079&_ss=r
https://vanness1938.com/products/sakae-tp-iroful-personal-organizer-bible-size-refill-blank?_pos=21&_sid=c803ea079&_ss=r
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