Which Pen Case Fits Your Lifestyle?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ส.ค. 2024
- Are always on the move or do you mainly stay in the office? Do you have a massive collection, or only one or two pens? No matter what your needs are, Drew's covering all the bases in this video so that you can get a good idea of which fountain pen case is perfect for you.
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00:33 On-the-go cases
01:20 Collection cases
02:00 Office cases
02:30 Multi-use cases
03:20 Classic cases
04:02 Single cases
04:11 Additional tips
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Drew breaking the record for the amount of information and enthusiasm in a five minute video 😄
Love his enthusiasm really 😁
"No, you cannot borrow my pen"
Had me rolling from that single snippet.
I can definitely relate and have to get THAT pen sleeve.
This is the best Drew video yet, he's just too funny in that first minute!
Haha thank you watching!- Drew
I LOVE Drew's enthusiasm!! You can tell he's definitely tried and tested many cases
I have a galen leather pen case, the old school flap with a buckle! Super fancy and keeps my TWSBI neat :)
I definitely want to try Rickshaw after seeing Drew showcase it so many times!
Thanks, Leanne! Rickshaw is great! - Drew
I have a Galen Leather case and LOVE it. Cannot say enough good things about the quality of it.
Galen a5 folio is my EDC ride or die. Love it more and more every time I use it.
This video really came at the perfect time! I just started looking at pen cases the other day 😎
I must confess that I am an absolute Rickshaw fanboy. At least when it comes to pen cases. At one point, I was housing my entire collection of then roughly 50 pens all in various coozies and pen rolls. They're great, and I still use them on and off, but I have since identified one minor drawback: ya can't look at all your pens at once without taking them out. So I DIYed myself some pen trays out of plastic trays I got from Target, some card stock, and some plain green craft felt. Works pretty well for what I need, and the trays are stackable! Now they live on my shelf. And I might have to expand soon, because I've pretty much filled all the slots inside (now at 60-ish pens). That regret, that sense of "what have I done" you were mentioning, Drew? Lol
I've also adopted a somewhat Drew-ian "3 inked pens" policy, and I almost hate that I like it :D. No offense. It gets me to write much more with the ones that I have inked, and it removes a bit of the pain of choice of what pen should I pick today when I only have three. Now, granted, I still have more than three inked up, but I'm working my way through them all until I've written them dry, and I keep my three in a Rickshaw three pen coozy.
Drew, thank you for another energetic and informative video! I love to see you on video and I'm sure you are more so in person.
😀
Thanks, Ron! Yup - just being me! - Drew
The Galen Leather cases are fantastic. I love the ones I have and want more.
I use a galene leather 5-pen zip case. it fits nicely in my purse or bag. i also have several rickshaw bags, however I am mot using them at the moment.
I’ve got a twelve count Girologio case and it’s great but that Galen medic bag is gorgeous! Maybe one day.
My fp's are working instruments, all several dozen of them. I follow Drew's 3-pen rule, have since before he was born. I don't like those pen folders with elastic to hold the pens; I had a couple discolor where the band cinched them. I currently use a zip-up Amazon Basics folio large enough to have a 3-ring binder, a legal pad and appointment book, and a compartment made for 2 pens. Carried with a handle, it's gotten wear for certain. Would I purchase one of those Galen things for the level of travel wear that my folio gets? Absolutely not! I have a leather briefcase that I'd owned for 30 years--but it's heavy leather and it'll outlast me. Not these, but I'm delighted that hobbyists are enjoying them.
Fantastic! - Drew
I love the Galen leather folio, I have been wanting it for a little while now, be perfect to take the journal on the go
I have a number of old (> 10 yr) leather portfolios that had elastic pencil/pen holders where elastic has given up and the whole loop has become loose and floppy.... they won't be holding pens anymore. In many metropolitan areas, where the ozone level can occasionally be relatively high, unprotected rubber has a pretty short lifetime. So many pen case designs completely rely on these elastic loops? Have you ever encountered or heard of this type of problem in pen cases?
A buddy of mine got around this with silica gel packets, but you have to keep replacing them and it didn't prevent it entirely, just delayed by a factor of 3 or so.
Wish I could afford a Galen leather case.
My favorite cases were from Nock Co but I think they've closed up shop. These were very colorful and handmade. I also like my Galen Leather binder that holds 4. I don't carry more than 3-4 at one time so I don't much need of a larger one.
One day I will obtain the Galen leather medic bag! I wish Goulet carried some of the other colors it comes in
I have a gallen leather pen case and I'm hoping to get one of the medic bags one day, they're so beautiful and the quality is always superb. Leather goods are worth it in my opinion.
Im partial to my galen leather pouches, but man is my rickshaw a game changer
I really, really like the Rickshaw 3 pen sleeve. Protects the pens great & very easy to take along.
I have a Girologio folio and the Galen Messenger Bag. I LOVE the messenger bag - I only have a few quips with it, mostly about the size - but both work for me....for now. Just wait until I start to exceed 12, 15, 20 pens....
I'm LOVING my galen leather Hobonichi Weeks cover, the leather's pretty and thick. The only problem I have is the custom monogram of my initials unfortunately was pressed pretty badly, part of it is almost completely illegible.
Your shirt!!! 🤩🙌👏🫶 But also, those pen cases. Definitely tempted now. Fun video!
All of these look really cool, but I'd like to see more pen cases that aren't leather... 😩 or at least vegan leather? love the Rickshaw cases though, I might snag one of those eventually!
Check out Esterbrook... I believe at least some of their cases are faux leather.
I love my Taccia kimono pen wraps and rolls (they come in singles, 4s, 8s), made of Japanese kimono robe fabric. I prefer the patterned ones (Nishijin collection) over the solid-colored ones (Chirimen) as the fabric of the former feels higher quality. You can find a list of US and international retailers on their site.
There is a fountain pen making company in North Carolina that also makes pen cases. In addition to leather, they also make cases in what they abbreviate to "NWF" - Natural Wood Fiber. 100% Vegan cases.
@@angelaking9619I dont thinn they are faux leather, not even genuine leather from last i saw. But I was going to say esterbrook because they have the canvas roll up one that's really neat probably have the zipper case in canvas too.
omg drew snuggling the case! love it
I want a pillow made from that stuff. - Drew
Galen Leather's product are really good quality. I was impressed at how thick the letter was. Monteverde on the other side, you have to be careful not to store pens that are too thick. The loops on mine broke when I stored a Benu briolette but I have not had the same issue on other brands.
Thanks, that is good to know about the Monteverde.
I’ve been waiting for this-thank you so much! Now I know I want a Galen. Helpful and entertaining video, as always, Drew.
Thanks for watching! - Drew
I use a vintage cigar case
How did you know I was looking for a pet case? Thanks for the video.
What I've been looking for in a case but not yet found is one that has: a tray with individual padded slots for each pen, but no elastics. When the case is flat and open I want to just reach in, grab the pen that I want, then put it back with no fuss. But when I need to pack up at the end of the day, a flap (also padded on the side facing the pens) that closes the tray and makes each pen secure in its slot. My ideal size would be 12 pens, six on each side of the hinge, but I could live with 8. (Yes, I use that many pens in the day; I have a whole note-taking system that uses multiple colors and nib sizes.)
Excellent video. Thanks for going through these options - lot of info and some amusing bits.
Oh - and love the shirt, Drew!
Thank you! - Drew
My EDC pen case is the 3-pen coozy from Rickshaw in the grey tweed. I carry my Pilot Vanishing Point, a Tactile Turn slim bolt action pen for my non-fountain-pen-friendly tasks, and a Blackwing Natural pencil. This rides in my front pants pocket along with a pencil sharpener.
My first single pen sleeve was an Aston leather. I LOVE it. This is where my Pilot Custom 74 rests snuggly in soft leather heaven. I recently bought a Galen Leather zippered 5-pen case with a field notes slip. I love the quality and I didn’t really think through having the field notes to the the right of the pens. When I write on the left page, it’s a bumpy ride for my fountain pens. So, to avoid that, I have to take out the field notes but the fit is so fantastically secure, I have to fight to get the field notes in and out. I decided that this case will be my ink journal. I still love the case, but will need to find a more practical arrangement going forward. I like the look of the Galen Zip folio you showed but wonder if I would run into the same issue. On another note, Galen leather zippers are crazy sturdy. I’ve seen the Rickshaw coozies but I’m a leather gal through and through.
1:40 oh my god yes, Drew, so true!
I really enjoy your videos! Keep up the great work!
I never know what to get so I have a few of these 😂 got my rickshaw with all my pelikans and the Galen leather with all the pilots/sailors and a superior labor for every day carry. I’m kinda sad I threw out the boxes tho 😢 they’re so fancy sometimes! But I don’t have space to hoard pen boxes too 😅
Galen Leather Magnum Opus FTW!
3 pen for EDC, 12 pen for desk showcase. Might get a 6 pen case for my backpack though.
The opening was on point.
Haha Thank you! - Drew
Have you seen a nice portable case for carrying an oblique pen holder, a couple extra nibs, a wee ink jar, and maybe a small tool or two?
I prefer my pens in a drawer-type system.
I used to keep them in the cases that held the pens with two elastic bands, but found that it was inconvenient to take them out/in if I was switching pens often. (Make a firm decision and have the possible pens ready ahead of use? Nah. 😏)
Now they lay flat and I like pulling the drawer out and just picking the pen up.
You convinced me to get the Galen Leather Pen Case and 3 pilot vanishing point pens to go in it.
I absolutely love my gaylen leather writer's medic bag! I have always loved to take my journal and pins with me everywhere and this is the perfect solution as it works very well as a purse. I get compliments on it all of the time, usually, "I love your bag.. It's like SO retro!" O millennials, aren't they cute?
Fantastic video, Drew! Packed with good info plus entertaining, that’s my jam. Except for the Preppies in a Coffee Mug solution, I’ve settled on Rickshaw cases as the best all-around choice, because there is no risk of scratching plus pens are well cushioned. I love all Goulet’s ink-splatter patterns, but my next one will be your newer Synthscape design. Cheers!
My newest case is a Dee Charles designs 32 pen zippered case, but I also have the Galen Leather medic bag, and Girologio cases, a 20 pen leather zipper case from Sleuth & Statesman, and lots of Rickshaw sleeves, two Coozys, the A5 zipper pouch and A5 bag - my Rickshaw products are for EDC, various configuration options, the Galen medic bag is my carry for letter writing club; and the other zippered cases are all for at home organization and storage. I have the Galen Walden Woodworkers nib shaped pen rest for desktop use in conjunction with my Coozy case with sleeves EDC, I might pull out a two or three or single sleeve for desk use in addition to the pen rest. I had a Rickshaw pen roll, but I gave it away, I discovered I don’t like the bulk of a rolled up roll style case, not even for paint brushes. Definitely not for pen storage or EDC.
I love these videos by Drew! I also love that Boba Fett made an appearance! LIKE A BANTHA!
I also just noticed the Star Wars shirt! YEAH DREW!!
LOL - I feel like you get me. Thank for watching, Batman. - Drew
Lovely cases. I note that you haven't discussed rigid cases with lids and drawers. I have a nice one . . . .
Awesome Work Drew Brown, Fantastical!
Just ordered some pen cases GPco.
Very helpful to see a video of these pens cases I've perused online, decisions made!
Thank you! - Drew
I'll stick with my storage method, "mug in a drawer"
Drew, no! Stop! You know us all too well!
(Great video, hope everyone at Goulet is having a wonderful day!)
Haha! Thank you! We hope you're having an awesome day! - Drew
Wow, Drew!....,outstanding and entertaining presentation
Thanks for joining me! - Drew
Love Lochby!
I wish there's a hard-ish pen-notepad case that's accommodating A6-B6 notepad with a hard pad that you just open a flap, pick a pen, and write right there, like a galen leather A5 folio but faster, smaller, more convenient
Galen leather is my favorite company that makes pen cases
Hmm, I remember Mr. Goulet advising nib up to avoid a cap full of ink. 😎
I gave the Girologio 24 pen case from Goulet Pens for about a month. I love the the material, design, and function of the case.
I want the medic bag! Waiting for restock!!!!
Nice vid, Drew. Thanks!
I love my Galen Leather medic bag and my Rickshaw. They are individually great for my pens. I also have the Galen 48 pen case. Can you tell I love leather? And I have single Rickshaw.
That was a really great video, Drew. I like the Esterbrook multi - pen carrier myself, but they all look pretty cool to me. Now it's time to plan for that David Oscarson masterpiece. 🤩🤪
Rickshaw products are awesome. I wish they had pocket pen specific sizes.
They do! You select size XS. I have Rickshaw sleeves in L, M, S, and XS and two Coozy cases, an A5 zipper pouch and the A5 bag. All just for a variety of options/configuration to use as my EDC. I have other cases for pens not currently inked. I also have the Galen Leather Medic bag, for taking stuff to classes or to letter writing club.
Delightful.
Any ideas for just keeping a few pens safe in an inside pocket of a suit jacket? At the moment I'm just chucking them inside the pocket as it makes them easy and swift to access, but I do worry sometimes about them knocking together or if I put other things in the pocket as well.
Battle scars just make them personalized by showing off your years of loving use
Single pen sleeves would work for protection. A lot of pen companies produce single sleeves for their pens. For swift to access I would recommend a Rickshaw sleeve (you could opt for a two or three pen sleeve rather than singles) but select a size smaller than the approximate height of your pens, so that the pen peeks out and is easy to quickly grab from the sleeve, maybe a S or XS, instead of the M height. You might need to buy directly from the Rickshaw website for the S and XS option.
Came for the content, stayed for Drew's subtle Star Wars shirt.
Love the shirt!
Fun and useful
The music though 🙉
The music makes me think of something like the "select driver" BGM from some old PS1 race game.
Have you any cases that will hold a Pilot Parallel?
Or specific cases for glass pens?
Maybe the size L or XL Rickshaw sleeve? I don’t have a Parallel, so I don’t know what you need, but the Rickshaw website explains their product measurements and they can also do custom sizing.
Great topic.
I'm still in the Neanderthal stage - all my pens are in mugs. I'd love to cull the herd to 20 or less and fit them all in one nice leather thing.
Haha, I'm right there as well, with most of my everyday pens lying loose in a cigar box-style thing.😂 I've been eying the Galen Leather cases lately.
I love drew
Great video... can you please do a video on hard pen cases like galen, specifically for oversized pens like wahl eversharp. What are our options? Many thanks
Thanks for The video, I have more than a few FP now in need of storage. Keeps me satisfied while waiting for the next pencast.
what happened to the ink recommendations video?
I use a rather cheap 36 pens case from amazon at home and Pilot pensemble pen roll for daily carry. Both works great for me.
Question: I have once read in a Japanese site that said eleastic band in the pen case would cause color change / damage to ebonite body pen overtime due to somesort of sulfur reaction. Can any one confirm if this is true or not ?
Of course mine is single pen case. Describes my romantic life as well as my pen journey
This script is 💯!
Thanks a bunch, Becky! - Drew
I use the Shibui pen cases and like them a lot.
Ah, Drew…do you know the circular patterns on that mad-cool shirt of yours create a weird moiré pattern on-screen?
*Anyway* …speaking of weird, I'm one of those weirdos who's actually happy with just four pens, three of which - a pair of Pilot Custom 823s and a Vanishing Point - are "very frequent carry", as opposed to EDC. The 823s stay in a lined leather case designed to hold not only two pens, but two pair of glasses, made of very supple grained leather, and once offered by…well, let's just call them a well-known, Florida-based company specializing in fine pens, stationery, and furniture related to reading and writing. I think this case is the best thing they ever made, and nothing they offer now matches it IMO. Of course, there *are* cheap knockoffs off this case, bt a quick glance reveals where the corners were cut on those. (My Vanishing Point? It just rides along in a shirt or jacket pocket, which is sort of the, um, point.)
Haha - no, but I suppose I'm not surprised! Four pens sound perfect! - Drew
I want that shirt
Love from Pakistan🇵🇰
Oh fer crying out loud, Drew... I collect both fountain pens and vintage Star Wars toys. I FEEL SEEN.
You're in good company! Also digging your synth logo! Have you seen my pen case? www.gouletpens.com/products/rickshaw-bagworks-3-pen-coozy-synthscape
I saw that Boba Fett, sir. Then saw it again when you were way more obvious about it and had to edit my comment
Have Boba Fett--will travel.
LOL that's right! - Drew
Why choose? I am going to buy them all. The next one on my list is Esterbrook for sure.
why would I have any regrets for what I have done?
that shirt, though...