The DWRDNET Stationery Feed 0209 With Kirk Speer of Pen Realm

In this episode, Kirk Speer of PenRealm shares his journey into the world of fountain pens, nib grinding, and custom engraving. Kirk talks about opening up his new physical location, and goes through a great overview of how a nib appointment works at a pen show. Discover Kirk’s insights on choosing inks, the art of nib tuning, and building a community around stationery hobbies.

Show Links

https://www.penrealm.com

https://www.instagram.com/penrealm/

https://penrealm.com/search?q=olight&_pos=1&_psq=olight&_ss=e&_v=1.0

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Nib Wolf

01:25 The Journey into Fountain Pens

03:39 Ink Choices and Preferences

07:31 Paper and Writing Experience

09:41 Vintage Pens and Ink Safety

11:18 Favorite Stationery Items

12:45 Nib Grinding and Customization

18:58 Transitioning to a Business

20:30 Establishing a Physical Store

20:57 From Garage to Storefront: The Growth of Pen Realm

22:52 Engraving and Customization: Enhancing the Nib Experience

28:25 Navigating the Nib World: Understanding Options and Choices

39:30 Community and Collaboration: The Future of Pen Realm