Sumgai the Sixth is now underway. I got off to a late start, but the bargains I’ve come up with today are, I think, well worth the wait. In fact, some of the items I placed on sale today are priced below wholesale cost.
Here's a head start.
Good hunting!
James
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Saturday, November 03, 2007
It's Showtime!
We're here and, it seems, so is everyone else. Here, in case you don't know, is the Ohio Pen Show, just outside of Columbus, Ohio. It's billed as the fourth largest show in the United States and while I can't verify the claim, it would come as no surprise given all the activity I've seen since yesterday.
Craig and I arrived yesterday around noon. When we wallked into the bourse, the trading activity already seemed to be going full swing and the excitement was palpable. Within a few minutes, we had come across a number of people we've met at previous shows, and were finally able to put faces with the names of dozens of those with whom we've communicated either on the telephone or email. Friends from the Zoss list, The Fountain Pen Network and Pentrace were all present and accounted for.
There's a lot of work involved in attending a pen show, at least from the vendor side, so we spent the next few hours arranging and organizing our tables to best highlight the hundreds of pens and accessories we brought along. Among were them wre the new Lamy Ocean Blue Al-Star and Lamy Studio in Pearl White, which arrived just in time for the show. We also just received a shipment of the cotton resin version of the Omas Bologna. Although our Omas shipment was incomplete, we did get a fair sampling of fountain pens, ballpoints and even a mechanical pencil.
The new Lamy Al-Star is, without a doubt, my favorite of the Al-Star colors. The clip and nib are a brightly polished chrome, which is a nice complement to the bright and vibrant blue. Being a Lamy, the quality is a given and one of these will definitely make it into my pocket. The Studio is no slouch, either and the new pearlized white reminds me of an extra-cost option on some of the luxury cars I've seen on the road. Very nice indeed!
More to come later. It's Saturday morning now and the show begins in earnest with the first public day. I'll try to update the blog a little later tonight after I set up the Fifth of Sumgai Sundai sale.
Thanks for stopping by.
James
Craig and I arrived yesterday around noon. When we wallked into the bourse, the trading activity already seemed to be going full swing and the excitement was palpable. Within a few minutes, we had come across a number of people we've met at previous shows, and were finally able to put faces with the names of dozens of those with whom we've communicated either on the telephone or email. Friends from the Zoss list, The Fountain Pen Network and Pentrace were all present and accounted for.
There's a lot of work involved in attending a pen show, at least from the vendor side, so we spent the next few hours arranging and organizing our tables to best highlight the hundreds of pens and accessories we brought along. Among were them wre the new Lamy Ocean Blue Al-Star and Lamy Studio in Pearl White, which arrived just in time for the show. We also just received a shipment of the cotton resin version of the Omas Bologna. Although our Omas shipment was incomplete, we did get a fair sampling of fountain pens, ballpoints and even a mechanical pencil.
The new Lamy Al-Star is, without a doubt, my favorite of the Al-Star colors. The clip and nib are a brightly polished chrome, which is a nice complement to the bright and vibrant blue. Being a Lamy, the quality is a given and one of these will definitely make it into my pocket. The Studio is no slouch, either and the new pearlized white reminds me of an extra-cost option on some of the luxury cars I've seen on the road. Very nice indeed!
More to come later. It's Saturday morning now and the show begins in earnest with the first public day. I'll try to update the blog a little later tonight after I set up the Fifth of Sumgai Sundai sale.
Thanks for stopping by.
James
Sunday, October 07, 2007
So, you wanna be Sumgai?
We've all heard the legend of the Sumgai who mysteriously appears at the garage sale moments before you arrive and manages to walk away with some fabulous pens at unheard of prices. Haven't you always wanted to be that Sumgai? Well, if so, Sundays could be your lucky day!
It's been a while since I've had a sale at the Pear Tree Pen Company and I'm in the mood for one. But not just any old "get X at Y% off!" sale. That would be boring! I want to have a little fun, so I thought I would try something new.
What I have in mind is the first-ever "Sumgai Sunday," and here's how it's going to work:
Each Sunday, I will put a different item on sale at a very special "sumgai" price. It could be a fountain pen, rollerball, journal, ink or anything else I have in my store. It may be something I carry all the time, or it may be a special item. It could be modern or vintage. Whatever it is, the price will be great! Each week, the pen (or other item) will change. There will be a limited quantity of that item available - in fact, there may be only one. Like I did on my "Surprise" birthday sale back in March, I will hide the item somewhere on my website and, if you're interested in a deal, it'll be up to you to find it.
If it's successful, I hope to make it a regular event. So, be prepared for something innovative and, hopefully, something fun.
To kick things off, I've listed 3 different items at special sumgai prices. Making things easy in the early round, I'll even tell you that one of the items is a fountain pen, one of the items is a writing instrument (but not a fountain pen) and the other item is not a writing instrument of any sort. In total, I have 5 pieces at these prices.
Here's a link to help you find your way.
I did not include the word "sumgai" in the text of the sale item, so there'll be no relying on the ol' search engine (at least for that word, he he he he).
If I'm having enough fun, I may add other items during the day, just to keep things interesting, so check back early and often.
Thanks for stopping by!
James
It's been a while since I've had a sale at the Pear Tree Pen Company and I'm in the mood for one. But not just any old "get X at Y% off!" sale. That would be boring! I want to have a little fun, so I thought I would try something new.
What I have in mind is the first-ever "Sumgai Sunday," and here's how it's going to work:
Each Sunday, I will put a different item on sale at a very special "sumgai" price. It could be a fountain pen, rollerball, journal, ink or anything else I have in my store. It may be something I carry all the time, or it may be a special item. It could be modern or vintage. Whatever it is, the price will be great! Each week, the pen (or other item) will change. There will be a limited quantity of that item available - in fact, there may be only one. Like I did on my "Surprise" birthday sale back in March, I will hide the item somewhere on my website and, if you're interested in a deal, it'll be up to you to find it.
If it's successful, I hope to make it a regular event. So, be prepared for something innovative and, hopefully, something fun.
To kick things off, I've listed 3 different items at special sumgai prices. Making things easy in the early round, I'll even tell you that one of the items is a fountain pen, one of the items is a writing instrument (but not a fountain pen) and the other item is not a writing instrument of any sort. In total, I have 5 pieces at these prices.
Here's a link to help you find your way.
I did not include the word "sumgai" in the text of the sale item, so there'll be no relying on the ol' search engine (at least for that word, he he he he).
If I'm having enough fun, I may add other items during the day, just to keep things interesting, so check back early and often.
Thanks for stopping by!
James
Monday, September 24, 2007
A Space Oddity
I'm told Pelikano recently sponsored an internet competition for young people, entitled "Color your own Pelikano". So, just what was the favorite color for the popular school and young people's fountain pen in 2007?
The envelope please . . .
. . . and the winner is: Deep Space Black.
The barrel and clip of this newest Pelikano is as black as can be, while the glittering silver-coloured stainless steel cap shines all the brighter in contrast. The appearance is just as forward-looking as the modern technology and clever details of this writing instrument: the ergonomic profile of the grip, the dynamic clip and the sturdy, smoothly gliding nib are exemplary features of a design that has been thought through to the smallest detail. (hey, I don't write all of this stuff myself, ya know).
The "Deep Space" black limited edition Pelikano is offered individually, or as part of aa special "value pack," comprising one "Deep Space" Pelikano, one Super-Pirat ink eradicator and a TP/6 six-pack of royal blue ink cartridges.
The new Deep Space Pelikano is only available with a medium nib.
By now, I'm sure you're wondering where you can pick up this new space oddity. The answer's as plain as day: The Pear Tree Pen Company®, of course! Get 'em while you can!
The envelope please . . .
. . . and the winner is: Deep Space Black.
The barrel and clip of this newest Pelikano is as black as can be, while the glittering silver-coloured stainless steel cap shines all the brighter in contrast. The appearance is just as forward-looking as the modern technology and clever details of this writing instrument: the ergonomic profile of the grip, the dynamic clip and the sturdy, smoothly gliding nib are exemplary features of a design that has been thought through to the smallest detail. (hey, I don't write all of this stuff myself, ya know).
The "Deep Space" black limited edition Pelikano is offered individually, or as part of aa special "value pack," comprising one "Deep Space" Pelikano, one Super-Pirat ink eradicator and a TP/6 six-pack of royal blue ink cartridges.
The new Deep Space Pelikano is only available with a medium nib.
By now, I'm sure you're wondering where you can pick up this new space oddity. The answer's as plain as day: The Pear Tree Pen Company®, of course! Get 'em while you can!
Tuesday, September 04, 2007
Pretty in Pink
When I think of pink birds, thoughts tend to fly to the flamingo - either the real ones I've seen only in zoos, or the ubiquitous Floridian lawn ornament. Recently, however, I discovered another pink bird that's both more beautiful and more practical: the Pink Pelikan.
Huh?
Yep, it's true. Pelikan recently introduced a limited edition Pelikano that is oh so pretty in pink. And we've got a small flock of 'em. They're probably not going to last long, and they're only available in a medium nib.
Take a gander at the the photo (another bird reference, get it?) to see how neat it is. I'll replace this tiny photo with a larger copy a little later, but at least you can get an idea of what it looks like.
And, to get yours before they fly away, visit the Pear Tree Pen Company website, or come see us live at the Michigan Pen Show, September 7-8,2007 at the Troy Hilton.
Thanks for stopping by!
Huh?
Yep, it's true. Pelikan recently introduced a limited edition Pelikano that is oh so pretty in pink. And we've got a small flock of 'em. They're probably not going to last long, and they're only available in a medium nib.
Take a gander at the the photo (another bird reference, get it?) to see how neat it is. I'll replace this tiny photo with a larger copy a little later, but at least you can get an idea of what it looks like.
And, to get yours before they fly away, visit the Pear Tree Pen Company website, or come see us live at the Michigan Pen Show, September 7-8,2007 at the Troy Hilton.
Thanks for stopping by!
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
Michigan Pen Show
The Pear Tree Pen Company is proud to be a sponsor of the 2007 Michigan Pen Show, which will be held on Friday, September 7 and Saturday, September 8, 2007 at the Troy Hilton. Although the venue is the same as last year, the format is going to be somewhat different, I'm told. Perhaps the biggest change is that the show will be open to the public on Friday!
As compared to last year, our presence at the show will be expanded, both in terms of real estate and the number of products on display. In addition to our standard offerings of fine writing instruments from Sailor, Visconti and Monteverde, a not insignificant portion of our 3-tables will be devoted to value-priced modern pens from Pelikan, like the Pelikano, the Future or the Pelikano Junior, and from Lamy, such as the Safari and Al-Star. These are great every-day writers that give incredible bang for the buck.
As always, bottled fountain pen ink will be a Pear Tree Pens mainstay, and inks from Diamine, Omas, Private Reserve, J. Herbin, Noodlers(and more) will be available for you to test and, of course, to buy. We're especially excited to present Noodler's new highlighting ink, the Year of the Golden Pig, and its new white ink, the Whiteness of the Whale.
See you at the show!
As compared to last year, our presence at the show will be expanded, both in terms of real estate and the number of products on display. In addition to our standard offerings of fine writing instruments from Sailor, Visconti and Monteverde, a not insignificant portion of our 3-tables will be devoted to value-priced modern pens from Pelikan, like the Pelikano, the Future or the Pelikano Junior, and from Lamy, such as the Safari and Al-Star. These are great every-day writers that give incredible bang for the buck.
As always, bottled fountain pen ink will be a Pear Tree Pens mainstay, and inks from Diamine, Omas, Private Reserve, J. Herbin, Noodlers(and more) will be available for you to test and, of course, to buy. We're especially excited to present Noodler's new highlighting ink, the Year of the Golden Pig, and its new white ink, the Whiteness of the Whale.
See you at the show!
Wednesday, July 18, 2007
Traveling . . . Again
I just realized it's been over a month since the blog has been updated, and now I'm going away again . . . I'll try to do better in the future.
Nonetheless, you all deserve to know that the Pear Tree Pen Company will be on the road from July 19 until August 1, 2007. Although you may still (and, in fact, are encouraged) to place orders during that time, shipping will necessarily be delayed until we reopen our virtual doors. We appreciate your patience and look forward to serving your fine writing needs when we return.
Thanks for writing!
James
Nonetheless, you all deserve to know that the Pear Tree Pen Company will be on the road from July 19 until August 1, 2007. Although you may still (and, in fact, are encouraged) to place orders during that time, shipping will necessarily be delayed until we reopen our virtual doors. We appreciate your patience and look forward to serving your fine writing needs when we return.
Thanks for writing!
James
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