Goulet Q&A
The answer to all your fountain pen and fine writing questions you never knew to ask.
Displaying 5 items of Goulet Q&A with the tag "fountain pens for beginners".
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Episode 288: Unleashing the Power of Shimmer Inks!
September 3rd, 2026 | 53 mins 7 secs
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In Episode 288 of Goulet Q&A, Brian shows you how to get the most out of shimmer inks, how left-handed nib grinds look, his second camera setup, good demonstrator pens for stain-prone inks, and more practical fountain pen knowledge. You'll also learn more than you thought you should know about the history of glitter.
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Episode 287: What Are the Best Pens for the Office?
September 3rd, 2026 | 1 hr 20 mins
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On this fantastic Fountain Pen Day, Brian dives into budget-friendly pens with high ink capacity, the decline of high-end ballpoints, reliable workhorse pens that can survive being uncapped overnight, and more!
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Episode 286: Boiling Ink, Ultrasonic Cleaners, and Big Hand Sailors
September 3rd, 2026 | 52 mins 34 secs
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Can boiling moldy ink really make it usable again? How much silicone grease is just right for an eyedropper conversion? Which Sailor pens are ideal for bigger hands? Watch as Brian tackles all these questions and more!
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Episode 285: Altering Nibs & Using High Maintenance Ink
September 3rd, 2026 | 53 mins
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Join Brian in Q&A Episode 285 as he talks about who should (or shouldn’t) be altering nibs, shares pocket pen suggestions, and explains what ‘high maintenance inks’ really mean (spoiler: it’s worth the hassle!).
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Episode 284: Q&A Returns! Daily-Writing Nibs and Top Sheening Inks
September 3rd, 2026 | 43 mins 55 secs
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Q&A is back after 4.5 years! In this episode, Brian tackles your burning fountain pen questions, including his thoughts on the best nibs for daily use, his favorite sheening inks, and even some epic pen puns!