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Benu’s Euphoria is glitter, grown up

4th Oct 20204th Oct 2020 / Anthony / 5 Comments

The Euphoria is the pen I wanted Benu to make. It keeps everything that makes Benu 'Benu' — it's a complex shape, with facets that catch the light, that distinctive thick cap band, reliable Schmidt nib, and of course the unique glittery resins. But it is a step forward for the brand towards making a … Continue reading Benu’s Euphoria is glitter, grown up

Benu, cartridges, interviews, queues and more

23rd Sep 202023rd Sep 2020 / Anthony / 3 Comments

A few days ago I started writing a September 'State of the Collection' post. But the scale of the task has overwhelmed me. With more than 20 posts since the August SotC, and at least as many pens in and out... well, I figured nobody would want to read a post that long. But I … Continue reading Benu, cartridges, interviews, queues and more

I’m seeing Benu Pens in a new light

19th Jul 202020th Jul 2020 / Anthony / 4 Comments

I confess: I'm a pen snob, and over the past couple of years it was easy for me to dismiss Benu from Russia as, well, naff. Why? Collectively, they press a lot of my buttons. Over-the-top resins packed with glitter. Crazy faceted shapes that often result in enormous barrel-to-section stepdowns. Marketing speak about being 'premium', … Continue reading I’m seeing Benu Pens in a new light

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