The Pelikan’s Perch turns 4 years old today! No longer a toddler, part of me still cannot believe that the site is going strong and continuing to grow year after year. I can only attribute that fact to my love of the brand, the great products Pelikan puts out, and the support of all of you, without which none of this would be possible. My blog was born from a desire to share the knowledge and perspective that I had gained in researching my favorite fountain pens. I wanted to give back to the community that empowered me in my quest and fostered my love for fine writing. All I can do is say thank you. Thank you for reading, for sharing my work, for interacting and contributing to the conversation, and for four great years. To celebrate this anniversary, I have decided to host the first ever contest to grace The Pelikan’s Perch. In trying to decide just what type of prize to offer, I reflected back on my own collection. In doing so I realized that the Pelikan P16 Stola III fountain pen would be well suited for the task at hand and entering for your chance to win one couldn’t be easier. Read on to learn about all of the details.
UPDATE 9/16/18: The contest has come to an end and I thank you all for your words of support and participation. My decision was not an easy one with so many great entries to choose from. Without further ado, I’m happy to announce that Robbin A. takes home the prize. The Stola III will soon be dispatched bringing this contest to its conclusion. Given it’s success, I can certainly see another one in The Perch’s future. Until then, keep reading to stay up to date on all things Pelikan.
The P16 Pelikan Stola III is an awesome cartridge/converter fountain pen. It received a very favorable score of 53/60 or 88% in this site’s review back in October 2017. You can find out more about this model as well as the full details of that review here. Pelikan’s own sales literature states;
“All Stola III fountain pens feature a delicate and elegantly curved Pelikan stainless steel clip enhanced further with a brass barrel covered with a multilayered silver lacquer coating. This special surface finish not only shines, but has a shimmering depth to it as well – a range with a sophisticated radiance. It is a stylish gift that perfectly underscores that special occasion. The Pelikan Stola III series has been created as a modern and new stylized writing instrument series, the perfect image accessory, at an affordable price.”
Here is how to enter;
1. Click to subscribe to this site via e-mail. You can use the link below, click the button at the bottom right hand corner of the page, or sign up via the widget in the side bar to the right. Don’t worry, The Perch never spams you. If you are already following the blog, you can skip directly to step 2.
2. Leave a comment below letting me know either what you like about Pelikan, what you’ve learned from my site, and/or what topics you would like to see me address in the future.
It’s as simple as that. The contest will run from September 1st though 14th and be governed by the rules set forth below. Everyone 18 or older is welcome to participate (except residents of Quebec, Canada and where prohibited by law). By subscribing to the site, you may choose to be alerted to new posts which will ensure you are up to date with all of the latest Pelikan news and events as well as be informed of any new post featuring insights into some of the more esoteric aspects of the brand. It may be my anniversary but the gift is for you as a token of my appreciation. Make sure to spread the word about this contest before the deadline to any lovers of fine writing within your sphere of influence.
Contest Terms & Conditions
- The contest will run from the time of announcement on Saturday, September 1st, 2018 until midnight eastern standard time (23:59 EST) on Friday, September 14th, 2018. The winner will be notified via e-mail within 72 hours of the close of the contest. They will then have 72 hours to respond before they forfeit the prize and an alternate winner is chosen.
- One winner will be chosen to receive a Pelikan P16 Stola III fountain pen with a medium nib. The pen is brand new and will come in a silver gift box. This particular model has a U.S. MSRP of $45. The prize is not transferable to another person.
- The contest is open to people worldwide (excluding residents of Quebec, Canada and in countries where such a contest is prohibited by law) to persons aged 18 or over. Only one entry per person. Myself, my family, or anyone else directly associated with The Pelikan’s Perch are excluded from consideration.
- To take part in the contest, first click to subscribe to this site via e-mail. You can use the link above, click the button at the bottom right hand corner of the page, or sign up via the widget in the side bar to the right. If you are already subscribed, you can skip to the next step. Once subscribed, just leave a comment below letting me know either what you like about Pelikan, what you’ve learned from my site, and/or what topics you would like to see me address in the future. Both tasks must be completed for an entry to be considered valid. All comments are subject to review and approval before becoming valid entries.
- The winner will have submitted a valid entry and be selected by me based on the response provided below. The judge’s decision is final.
- Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Slack, Pinterest, Reddit, and Google+ are in no way associated with this contest. There is no sponsorship for this contest. The pen was purchased by The Pelikan’s Perch for the sole purpose of this contest. By providing your information in this form, you are providing your information to me and me alone. I do not share or sell information and will use any information only for the purpose of contacting the winner.
- The prize will be mailed to the winner via the United States Postal Service within 7 days of the winner’s response which must include a valid shipping address.
- The number of eligible entries received determines the odds of winning. Void where prohibited by law. No purchase necessary.
- The Pelikan’s Perch reserves the right to publish the winner’s name to this blog. Neither the blog nor its administrator can be held liable for lost/delayed e-mail, typographical errors, or technical failures.
Absolutely love the smoothness both my m400 and m800 write. Really liked your blog about the naming convention Pelikan uses.
I am new to your site and hope to learn much about the Pelikan brand. I currently own 2 M200 series pens. Thanks for your site and the chance to win this great prize. Best of luck to all.
Josh this is amazing! I love this site and although I read it to stay on top of new offerings, earlier on I used much of your material to learn about the care and feeding of my small but loved flock. Most noteably how to properly lube my 20 year old M800. Your articles and a container of silicone grease and everything was as good as new. Still waiting for more information regarding the new rumored offerings for 2018 tho! 😊
The Pelikan is an elegant workhorse of a pen–a delightful writer, with a large ink capacity, that is easy to clean. And I love the clip!
Joshua, your blog has demonstrated the depth and breadth of the brand, and has become a wonderful reference tool. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
I love the pens, the craftsmanship and you site has taught me so much
I was late in my appreciation of Pelikan but once I got my first bird they just took over!
I like particularly the ease of changing the nib units, especially the M2xx/4xx models.
The Perch has been an invaluable resource, especially in the early days for identifying which models were available and where there were gaps in my collection.
I really can’t think of any improvements to the subject matter covered in the blog, it’s already very comprehensive. Thank you for this invaluable resource.
I have an M200 (vintage) that I just love. It fits well in my hand and the nib is great. I also have a rollerball that I have had for many years. I would like to know more about how to care properly for my pens. Looking forward to getting your newsletter.
Prize Entry Comment:
I’ve learned a lot from the website. It was actually a comment regarding how with the plethora of fountain pens, focusing on one brand can bring some sanity to collecting. The blog then went on to give several reasons for “why Pelikan?” I’ve since honed in on Pelikan M8xx size. Some of the reasons I enjoy them are the size and feel of the M8xx’s, the beauty of the pens aesthetically, the writing experience of the pens, especially when tuned and smoothed or custom ground, Pelikan’s piston filling system, and the ease of cleaning with removable nibs(thanks for all the cleaning tips!). I also like the Pelikan symbol, which has a deep and rich meaning in regards to Jesus Christ. It’s been a lot of fun, and the website has been a lot of fun and extremely helpful. Joshua seems to always have the scoop with anything Pelikan. Thanks Joshua!
I enjoy writing with a Pelikan.
For me, no other pen brand compares with Pelikan for its utter reliability and its timelessdesign. The piston filler is unsurpassed, the standard for all other makers. This terrific blog testifies to the loyalty Pelikan inspires in users, as do the upcoming Pelikan hubs (looking forward to attending my first one!).
I’ve learned more from here than Pelikan. There are other resources, but you have to sift through hours of posts. Here I get what I need and fast.
Plus, we’ve interacted on twitter and you were really helpful
No one where I live apparently carries Pelikan pens. My friends rave about them so I was researching while I consider mail ordering one unheld, and I came across your terrific infographic and instantly subscribed.
Singling out one thing I have learned is tough – I learn something almost every post. Perhaps reading about the Mitsukoshi was the most intriguing. I still have not found one.
I’m an artist and late to your blog but you’ve already helped me understand why my Pelikan M200 is my favorite drawing pen–gorgeous design, superb engineering, reliable, great hand feel. Thanks!
More pieces on lesser-known pens! I found out about the M20 and P1 from your mentioning them here, and my examples are among my favorite pens.
I live the nib on my only Pelikan, M205 Aquamarine. It’s a BB ground into a Cursive Italic.
Being a Pelikan fan, and a Hub Master in Mexico City since the program started I enjoy reading of people that share my passion.
Why Pelikan? I think i realized it in the 3rd Hub when we were introducing to all the participants: It is the Engineer’s Pen
Love Pelikans and I love your blog. It is so informative. I like the fact that all my Pelikan pens write well no mater whether they have a steel or a gold nib. I am a fan of the colorful ones like the turquoise and white one. My first Pelican was a Ruby Red M320.
I’d love to see more on vintage Pelikan: the 400NN, 500NN, and the 140!
probably best nibs in the business…
I own a Pelikan M400 which I really enjoy love your latest info graphic
What do I like about Pelikan pens? They are reliable and always work. I’ve only had one major issue with one and it’s sitting in my pen case not being used. The converter will not stay in.
Let’s try posting again. I love the smoothness of the nibs, and the consistent high quality design and precision.
What do I like about Pelikan pens? They are reliable and the nibs are wonderful.
I have only just started using a fountain pen again and came across your blog. I will definitely bookmark it and visit again
I don’t yet own a Pelikan, but I do know so much about them thanks to your site. So when it comes time to purchasers, I know everything there is thanks to you. Keep up the great work.
I’ve learned quite a bit from your site, especially concerning how to identify and date various models. I was able to confidently buy a few older Pelikans because of what I learned from you. I have a somewhat emotional connection to my Pelikans. I started collecting fountain pens almost twenty years ago. Sadly, most of my collection was stolen before I really got started. The one pen that didn’t get stolen was my first Pelikan, my M200 Green Marble. The reason it wasn’t stolen was because it was with me, being used! However, I was discouraged (not to mention financially challenged) and didn’t collect pens again till about three years ago. I never stopped using my M200 in all that time, and it was the quality of that pen and the enjoyment I received in using it that encouraged me to start collecting again. Now I have about twenty Pelikans in my flock, and enjoy using all of them. The one lesson I learned from my experience was that it’s better to use my pens and enjoy them, rather than just letting them sit and look pretty. That’s what works for me, anyway. I really enjoy your blog and will continue to learn from it.
Congrats on four years – your articles have really given an insight on the various Pelikan releases and how they compare, and even convinced me to purchase some birds of my own. My favorite part is always the piston mechanism, I don’t understand how they make it so smooth. Thanks for all you do!
Your site has a lot of historical information about Pelikan’s. Pelikan’s are reliable and you can count on them to perform as intended. Excellent quality and craftsmanship
I haven’t purchased or been able to use a Pelikan yet. Hopefully will be able to add one to my collection soon!
Congratulations Joshua on the four years anniversary and the impressive viewing figures!
I enjoy the blog for its authoritive, well researched informative articles, great photography and topical news about forthcoming releases. I have absorbed a lot from these pages over the years. Whilst we all admire the fountain pens, you do not shy away from being critical occasionally, such as around pricing policies or the rare misleading product photograhpy around the Ocean Swirl.I have three Pelikans and am contemplating a fourth…the step up to an M1000.
Thank you. Keep up the good work with more of the same!
Thanks, Joshua, your site is such a useful resource about Pelikan pens – and you have great inside knowledge about new releases. Love Pelikans, especially the re-imagining of past models with the M101Ns.
Love the legacy of the brand. They must be doing something right to have lasted so long!
I have one Pelikan. What do I like about it? It’s such a great writer. It has a wonderful nib and a large capacity for ink. The pen is above and beyond what I expected of it. The Cafe Creme should be a standard color for Pellikan.
I do not own a Pelikan yet, but hope to soon! I’d like to see blog posts about using Pelikan pens and different nib sizes and styles for penmanship practice, with suggested exercises. Thanks!
I don’t yet own a Pelikan but I’m looking forward to attending the Pelikan Hub in several weeks. The information you provide has really peaked my interest.
I began loving Pelikans when I got a Pelikan Go! It was such a smooth writer and so inexpensive! I still have one today that I got from eBay. From there I discovered, vintage Pelikan fountain pens, the 400s. I love the nibs on them and the way Pelikans are such a wet writer. I like learning more about my pens from your site. Thanks!
Pelikan’s perch is very informative…and my love of fountain pens brings me back to the site multiple number of times!
Thanks for all that you do, all the best and God bless!
It’s the little things. My favourite part of a Pelikan is the clip that is shaped like the bird head. So neat.
Also, congratulations on four years.
Great that you are offeringthis. Newly to Pelican FPs, I have been reading your archives. I really liked the Pelican overview. I would like to see more info on nibs.
Pelikans are reliable. I love the classical design and variety of finishes. Thanks for all your hard work, Joshua! I especially love hearing about new releases on your site.
I have been a delighted reader of your blog for some time now, and am particularly dependent on it for news of new Pelikan releases. What would we do without you?
I want to thank you for your Guide to Buying Pelikan. I’ve purchased two vintage Pelikans that are a joy with which to write. Additionally, prior to visiting your site I would not have attempted to remove the nib unit on my modern Pelikans. Now I enjoy the ease of cleaning them! My first M400 was my “ah ha!” moment and I’ve been hooked ever since.
Pelikan pens are well engineered, stylish and more importantly, function faultlessly. I wouldn’t part with mine under any circumstances.
Personally, I like the classic look of many Pelikans and the easy way they handle ink. I appreciate many things about the blog, but especially early warning of upcoming releases, historical research, and the information on cleaning Pelikan demonstrators.
I found your site early on after I fell deep into the fountain pen rabbit hole. It’s been invaluable to research and learn about Pelikans.
The other fun thing is that I found out about the Pelikan Hubs from your site. I signed up last year, got enough people to add my city onto the Hubs list, and I’m doing my second year as Hub Master. It’s been a complete blast and I thought all year about how to make this one better.
Thank you for all you do!!
Some of the smoothest nibs out of the box out there. Love the Edelstein inks, too!
Pelicans are beautiful, classy, quality pens They’re a joy to write with; have yet to find a bad nib! They have the best piston system in the industry.
You and the site have done a wonderful job in providing information, instruction, and fun to both new and old Pelikan aficionados. Thank you and congrats!!
I love Pelikan pens! I own several (an M300, two M400s, an M600, two M800s and an M1000) and know that each has its own personality and temperament, but all write exceptionally well. The craftsmanship entailed in each instrument is exceptional.
I love the classic styling of Pelikan products as well as the quality of their nibs. And I just discovered your site today!
I own only one Pelikan, a M805 Stresemann, I find the weight and smoothness of the nib in medium to be great
Learn a lot about both Pelikan models I already own and those I might consider in the futurqe.
What I like about Pelikan is they write first time every time. Never an issue. Whether it is the 120 Merz & Krell, the M150, one of the three M200’S or what might be my favorite- my 140.
I’d like to see more info on pre WW2 pens, including those with wooden nibs.
I have a Pelikan M205 with a Medium Cursive Italic nib, and have come to understand why people love Pelikan pens. I am taking my time to enjoy your writing and better learn about what else Pelikan has to offer.
Must say that I love the smooth filling system, larger than average (compared to a market with a lot of cartridge/converter pens) ink capacity, and the swappable nib units (not to mention the smooth writing experience).
Woke up in the morning saw Daniel Smith Retweeted Joshua Danley @pelikansperch in twitter and saw Contest: WIN a Pelikan P16 Stola III Fountain Pen, that’s how I found you.
Once friend show me his Pelikan M1005, try using it for 5 mins, that’s a time I fall in love with Pelikan.
What I learned from thepelikansperch.com? Many things, lot’s of things about Pelikan and will take some time to get around for more, and after that I will become a hopeless Pelikan fountain pen addict like you.
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The only Pelikan I own is an M200 but it’s one of the smoothest writing pens I own. I hope to add more Pelikan pens to my collection in the future.
It’s hard to pick a favorite among my Pelikan collection. One of the things I appreciate about the various designs is that the 200s, even with stainless nibs, still write quite nicely. They are my pen of choice for everyday use, as I can get nice lines with an EF nib, with a beautiful pen.
I love how wet and smooth Pelikan gold nibs are, and the finish of the details is brilliant. I mean the piston operates so perfectly. I loved your recent infographic on the Classic/Souveran. So useful and informative. Thanks.
I’m new to your site/blog and I’m loving the content. From identification, maintenance and updates on what’s new from Pelikan. I follow the Perch on instagram and lead me here and one of your new subscribers. I have yet to own a Pelikan pen. Though I have tried writing with one, it still remains a wish to own one. All I have are a few 4001s and a lone Edelstein. Congratulations on your milestone and thank you for this chance. I’m having internet issues and I’m not sure if my comment went through the first time. Pardon me if I commented twice. All the best to you Joshua and the Perch.
Pelikans simply work – they are beautiful, sure, though their biggest catch is that they are supremely reliable. I’ve had one that wasn’t used for a few years and yet it started up right back with no issues when I took it out. Also it’s a brand with ongoing operations and great reputation, so I feel safe in knowing I can reach out to the company if I ever need them to repair or replace something for my pens.
I appreciate your blog keeping us posted on Pelikan news and hope to read more from you in the future.
I like the Colours and range of Pelikan, along with the knowledge presented of the landscape by the Perch
I’ve loved Pelikans since I first laid eyes on them, and the site helped me identify my 1990s M400 Tortie, pushed me to buy a 1950s 400, and helped me know that 4001 Blue-Black is a great ink. Thanks, Perch!
I love the smoothness and softness of most of the Pelikan nibs, that they can be changed very easily, even through decades apart, and that they’re wet writers, allowing to flex without railroading, and have a good ink capacity.
I love the classic look of Pelikans, especially the striated ones. I also love how incredibly smooth the nibs are 🙂
I love Pelikan so much, especially the cap of pen, the logo of pelikan. As I am a lover of pelikan, I am grateful and cheerful to join!
I love the bill shaped clips
I like the simple elegance that pelikanels exude and today I have learned that pelikans do have steel nibs as I’m used to seeing pelikans having that of the gold nib. It was a refresher for me and a bit of shock to have learned this. I’m looking forward to more pelikans of this range. Thank you.
I am new to the community of Pelikan Fountain Pen lovers and admirers.
I got my first M200 last summer as a birthday gift. It is the Classic M200 Special Edition Smoky Quartz Fountain Pen, which came in a beautiful gift box including the Edelstein Ink Smoky Quartz in Limited Edition Gold sign. I knew nothing… not how to get in the ink nor how to clean it, so I wouldn’t mix different inks… I was already blown away that I was buying all the other Edelstein Inks Flacons… then I found you! And after not only learning the knowledge of function but alao seeing all these Pelikan beauties at your blog, I bought a M205 Demonstrator transparent, a M215 Rings and the Stola III – the pen of your give away, which I would like to give to a close friend of mine if I should win, because she is about to finish her study and about to write her thesis paper to get her Ph.D!
Happy 4th “Birthday” and keep rockin’!!!
Thanks for all the news I will now get about Pelican pens!
My M800s in particular and are beautiful and a delight to use. I always want to find reasons to write more just to use them, and deciding which to ink next is difficult, but ‘all of them’ is just not practical.
I love the heads up articles of what models/colours are due for release, and the wealth of historical and technical information is an amazing resource, but most of all it’s your willingness to answer questions authoritatively and offer great advice.
Josh, what a wonderful way of celebrating four years of your blog! I’ve appreciated two things in particular. First, it’s fun to see the new models of Pelikan as soon as word hits the street! Second, your research on older models has helped me appreciate the wonderful history of Pelikan and the beauty of the pens–older and newer–that I own. By the way, I had the chance to visit the archives and store in Hannover a couple of weeks ago, and I’m not the proud owner of an M800 Ocean Swirl which is a great addition to my flock!
Thank you so much the this contest and mostly for the thorough job you do at explaining everything Pelikan. I’ve only just begun learning about fountain pens and Pelikan and your blog has been so informative. What I like most about your blog is, not only how detailed the explanations and information are, but the passion that shows through your writing. It is contagious and that’s a good thing. I received my first Pelikan about 3 weeks ago; an M400 white tortoise and am completely in love. Never in a million years would I have thought I’d spend so much on a pen but I can confidently say it was worth every penny to me. I love everything about this pen. The way it’s nib glides across the paper and the amount of ink it puts down. The way it feels in my hand, light as a feather yet still solid feeling. The way it looks….oh how beautiful this pen is. Honestly I could stare at it all day. It’s beauty radiates and makes me feel beautiful when I use it. All these things and more make me love this pen. Seems wrong to call it merely a pen. I hope to get more Pelikan pens in the future but I fear that none could live up to the high standard this one has set. So for now I will enjoy your blog and continue to learn and admire the pens you talk about and perhaps someday I will be ready to expand my Pelikan collection with a new beauty. Thank you.
A pelican wAs the first good fountain pen I purchased. Used it to address my two daughters wedding invitations.
Really love the site, been lurking about a year, got interested in Pelikans when I gifted my son an M200 green marbled Fine nib pen. I was so impressed, I recently purchased an M600 Green Stripe fountain pen and matching ball point. Planning to get the broad nib ground to daily italic. Love fountain pens, have a modest collection. Thank you for running this site, it is the primo site for information on Pelikans.
Phil Lafleur
What I appreciate most about Pelican pens are the nibs. What I appreciate most about your blog is your enthusiasm for the history of the brand.
The thing I appreciate most of Pelikan: consistency. From an M205, 400, 800 or 1000, the quality of craftsmanship is consistent. When it comes to nibs, Pelikan is one of the few brands that has a smooth nib right out of the box – which is a lot to say because I have a high writing angle and most nibs need tuning for my particular writing angle.
I have a M250 and M710 Toledo. I found and used your site in researching Pelikans. Thanks for producing it!
The Perch is my first stop when I have a question about my pens. My 805 and 800 B nibs are my favorites, smooth writers!
Seeing your impressive collection at the Philadelphia Pelikan Hub last year was what convinced me to buy a Pelikan M400 myself! I learned a lot about Pelikan as a brand and fountain pens as a hobby via your blog. Love what you are doing!
I love the Pelikan nibs. They are some of the smoothest nibs I have ever used.
I have a Pelikan 800 that is fabulous. A true ‘writer’s pen.’ All your research and hard work have enhanced my knowledge base. Thank you.
I really appreciate the blend of timeless elegance and ease of maintenance Pelikan has consistantly offered. No matter what price point, from school pens to the raden and Toledos, the quality never dissapoints. I fell in love with your site several years ago as my go to encyclopedia to learn about the different models and nibs and overall history. Because your information is so thorough, I know that this site is my first and last stop for information. Thank you for your love and dedication. You are more appreciated than you know.
Best Regards,
Rebekah McComas
Thanks for the chance to win! I love my Pelikans because of their high quality build and great out of the box writing experience!
Essencial para quem gosta deescrita…
I have always liked the way my 400 and 1000 have written beautifully from the first time I inked them. Never to wet or dry perfect!
🙂 Congratulations on your 4th blog anniversary!
I’ve subscribed to your blog a while ago.
My first fountain pen was a GeHa, which I trashed quickly. Then I got a Pelican (in the 1970ies) and I have and use it to this very day.
I am looking forward to more interesting posts, especially about the Pelican Hub soon.
Have a very HAPPY week,
Claudia 🙂
I have one Pelican, I purchased it in the mid-nineties! I need to change that.
I love your coverage of the special editions. Comparing them to other editions by style and price is super helpful. Thanks and best wishes for your next years!
Congratulations! I have learnt a lot about Pelikans thanks to your great site and blog posts.
Love the site, I come here often to check up on things. About to complete my M620 cities collection – just need the Athens! Thanks for the posts.
Pelikan is one of my wish list fountain pens. I tried one n fell in love. But yet to afford it at this point. Lol. It’s one of the pens that once you tried, you know you have to eventually have it as part of your fountain pen arsenal.
Having bought my fist Pelikan (a Café Creme) I discovered your site and have been reading the posts when they come out. I now have a White Transparent and an M205 Amethyst.
Really appreciate the work you do and the information you manage to dig up
I love the quality, design, and reasonable price point of the Pelikan brand.
I have looked up information on your site so many times! It’s well researched and cleanly written. I learned how to clean a pen. How to remove the nib safely. I learned what an addictive hobby this is…! Thanks for the giveaway!
Some blunt honesty…..only learnt of your blog just now, and I have never owned a Pelikan pen.
I do have some Pelikan ink for my fountain pens, and I love it (if that counts on the suck-up factor).
I am doing this for a chance to win a Pelikan pen, but I will be reading your blog in the future.
My first fountain pen was a Pelikan and I guess since that moment I have had a soft spot for them.
You already wrote about buying a vintage Pelikan – I’d love some general tips about buying a vintage fountain pen, because I’m often seeing them in antique stores, sometimes for a very low price, and it’s hard to resist when they look barely used.
Good activity. I appreciate you.
On Sat, 1 Sep 2018, 10:46 pm The Pelikan’s Perch, wrote:
> Joshua posted: “The Pelikan’s Perch turns 4 years old today! No longer a > toddler, part of me still cannot believe that the site is going strong and > continuing to grow year after year. I can only attribute that fact to my > love of the brand, the great products Pelikan pu” >
Classic, reliable and classy.
I think the first thing I liked about Pelikan was its incredibly classic good looks. Once I got one in my hands, the feel, balance, and heft of it was a dream; but writing with it was divine.
I could not suggest a topic, but you always come up with something new, and I always enjoy reading them, e.g., the recent tutorial. Posts like that are starred and saved.
Love the simple design elegance of the fountain pens; I own 3. Also very much enjoy the smoothness of writing with these fountain pens. Appreciate your contribution to the pen community with this blog, too.
The Pelikan brand is an icon in the history of writing. Those who use writing as work or leisure, know that quality is important in the end result.
With The Pelikan’s Perch we can always learn a little about the history of Pelikan, its characteristics through the ages. The knowledge of the works published on its website, are always important for those who like this German brand. Thank you!
Pelikan – Beautiful pens and fantastic quality, wins every time.
Amazing website, every post makes it better and more useful to the community.
What I love about Pelikan is the attention to details in reliable pens that last forever.
Love the site and enjoy reading the articles. I only have a few Pelikans but wish I had more. I’ve started to recognize the patterns for new releases, but maybe a short article summarizing releases and other big events during a typical year if you are looking for article ideas? Thanks, Sean
I’m just starting out learning about Pelikan so the info you post has helped me as I look closer at this brand of pen such as the Pelikan 101 post. Thanks for all the great information!
Thanks for this site – I love that people outside the pen world wouldn’t recognize a Pelikan if it bit them, but to those in the know they are works of art.
Pelikans are in my top five favorites and reading this site has enhanced my knowledge and appreciation. It was a prime resource when I was shopping for an older tortoise pen and that pen is a treasure to me! I may have too many Pelikans, but I don’t think so!
Pelikan has been around for 180 years for a reason: it consistently produces high-quality writing instruments with an exceptional build quality. Their fountain pens are reliable with an unmatched filling system. The nibs write smoothly out of the box. They are very easy to clean and maintain owing to the nib being removable. It is an innovative company that continues to produce striking designs. And due to the variety offered in terms of sizes and materials used, one can always find a pen to suit his or her needs. Congratulations on 4 years, Joshua. Your site, without question, is THE source for the latest Pelikan news. Your reviews, how-to videos, historical pieces, and personal insight posts are always executed at such a high level. And, probably most telling, you always have found the time to answer any question, regardless of how mundane it might have been, I had regarding fountain pens. Just like your posts, your responses are always well thought out, detailed, and helpful. Bravo!
Thanks for doing this (the site and the giveaway). I’ve been on a Pelikan kick this year, more than doubling the number I own, so this site has been a go-to resource for research. What I like about the brand is they never abandoned the low end. For the future, I’d be interested in more historical pieces and explainers.
I have two lower end Pelikans, and often think of moving up. Your website has so much helpful information I will be coming back again and again. Thanks!
Pelikan Persch é essencial a quem gosta de escrita.. pelo que há que absorver toda a preciosa informação.
What I love about Pelikan: Their pens just fit my hands. They feel so good. I almost always have one inked and ready to go.
This is a delightful way to observe your anniversary; I wish you many more years of sailing the seas of information!
What I like about Pelikan is that they haven’t (yet, at least, and I touch wood against it) put all their energy into the up-market lines. One who doesn’t have the money to throw at an M1000 or a Pura can still enjoy a Pelikan– the writing qualities of a Style or a Pelikano Up are such that you don’t feel like you’re using an inexpensive pen. I sometimes wish I were more willing to be seen in public using my Twist, because it’s a jolly nice pen to write with.
Hey, Joshua, congratulations on four years publishing this informative blog. I have learned lots about my Pelikans from you. I was able to confidently buy a few older Pelikans because of what I’ve learned here about dating and identifying their various models. I own 21 Pelikans now, and have just ordered #22: the Bright Red M101N. I’ve had my eye on that one for a while now, and finally pulled the trigger. I settled on a medium nib because I don’t have many in that size. I’m looking forward to a great writing experience, as I get with all my birds. I have four M3XX minis in my collection; I call them my “chicks.” I have very small hands, so they suit me perfectly! I haven’t bought larger than an M600, but I’m sure even if I did, they’d be so well balanced that their size wouldn’t really present a problem. But I’m happy with their smaller models.
Thanks for continuing to put out all the useful information on this site. I always look forward to reading new articles.
I love the Pelikan bill design on the clips of the pens!
Every year I’m adding Pelikan pens to my collection and I enjoy writing with them so much. They are also very nice to look at. I have a range of pens from M200 to M800 and I like them all. I like to use their ink also. Makes my writing experience smooth and enjoyable. Congratulations to you!
Your reviews have been extremely thorough and well researched. The photography is great also.
Even if I’m not nearly as into Pelikan (in particular) or collecting (in general), it’s interesting to see what aspects are of the most interest to collectors.
Pelikan combines a high standard of excellence with beautiful craftsmanship.
Thank you for doing the giveaway!! I think in the future I would like to hear a little bit more on what Pelikan can do to innovate and move forwards yet still keep their place in enthusiast’s hearts. Will Pelikan ever bring back standard OB or AT grinds? Will they do anything past their annual ink releases? Do they need to?
Again, thank you so much for doing this
Joshua, congratulations on four years of publishing one of the best fountain pen blogs the internet has to offer!!! It’s because of you that I’ve developed a love and hunger for anything Pelikan. I love that I can confidently buy older Pelikans because of your meticulous research on their various models. Such beautiful craftsmanship and I’m happy that I own a few. Your love for Pelikan is infectious and I enjoy reading from you. Keep up the excellent work!!
I’d love to see you address which of the higher-end Pelikans is the best value.
I like the timeless shape of Pelikan
I love the nib of Pelikan.
I can relate to your fountain pen journey. I’m really hoping to find a brand that suits me too (I just wish I had the extra funds to indulge!) I haven’t tried a Pelikan yet but it’s at the top of my wish list after reading your blog (and thanks to your blog, I know I’ll get the most out of my Pelikan pen).
I’m new to Pelikan pens and to your blog, so I want to learn as much as I can. I like vintage pens and will look back on your previous posts to read about vintage Pelikans. Congrats on turning 4!
The Pelikan brand is the standard for me in fountain pens. Early in my fountain pen collecting, I gravitated toward Pelikans due to the quality, beauty, and excellence of their products. Your website has provided me in-depth historical insights and product assessment, enhancing my love and appreciation for this iconic mainstay in my collection.
My first Pelikan gets shipped tomorrow, and if you’d told me a couple months ago that it would be a vintage pen more than sixty years old you could have measured on a seismometer the shock from my jaw hitting the floor. And moments later, seeing my first photograph and description of it in your Guide to Buying Pelikan, you would have been able to measure with that same seismometer my excitement after being grabbed by the 140. Don’t worry, from your blog I discovered not only enthusiasm for these pens, but also some good reasons for buying vintage in the first place and where I could get it done while keeping my first Pelikan buying experience a good one. Congratulations on your anniversary!
I love the Pelikan brand because of its history and wide variety of pens…
Thanks for all the great information on your web site. I love all of my Pelikans but I can’t tell the difference between writing with a gold nib and a steel nib. Of course I know which ones have a gold nib and the pens that have a steel nib. I believe they use the same tipping material and that is the only thing touching the paper. I also try to use very little pressure when writing so flexing of the nib doesn’t seem to affect my writing. I’m not going to worry about it so i’ll just continue to enjoy using them.
Pelikan is synonymous with high quality writing instruments. The addition of this “bird” to my collection would be momentous!
Very informative site! I usually check if I plan to purchase a particular model and I’m happy to be updated on current releases. So far I have an M200, M215 and pelikan 120. More power to to pelikansperch!
I like it that it’s pretty and delicate and can store a lot of ink, so that I don’t need to stop in the middle, interrupted, to fill ink when I’m furiously writing.
I was first introduced to Pelikan by my father who purchased the Pelikan 120 in 1940. For years he looked after it carefully and never once did it fall from his hand. It’s a sheer beauty to hold and even look at. He would write cursive style, in black Pelikan 4001 ink. I have followed his footsteps and purchased a Pelikan M200 in 2004. I take good care of it, and it’s definitely better than the much-hyped Mont Blanc pens. A sheer pleasure to hold and write with: that’s Pelikan for you!
I love how Pelikans write and how they are built to last. I love their range of inks and how they complement their pends.
Thank you for always sharing the past, the present, and the future of Pelikans with your readers.
I love your blog and tweets! You have opened the Pelikan world for me. Thanks for your work!
Its a brand of perfection!!!
I like the aesthetic of Pelikan pens, it’s hard to quantify but they really speak to me. Truth be told I don’t have any yet but I am saving to rectify that soon I hope!
Pelikan makes some very nice looking pens! I’ve actually never even held one, and this year I will be attending my first Hub. That’s another thing I like about Pelikan. Their generosity in supporting the annual Hubs.
Pelikan is my favorite fountain pen company. Every Pelikan I own writes smoothly and they are all very dependable. I have enjoyed the Pelikan Hubs in the past and certainly look forward to enjoying this years event. I especially love checking out your collection of pens! You always seem to have interesting topics therefore I am sure whatever topic you choose in the future will be of interest to me.
A pelican pen has a simple clean look to it and delivers a great writing experience.
Joshua,
I am fortunate that my palate was touched early with excellence in the arena of fountain pens and writing: from the time I was tiny, I received demonstration and impartation of the goodness of quality writing instruments, and the place (and potential power) of a hand-written note, thoughtful in its very presentation — the beauty of the writing conveying gratitude and meaning beyond the words therein.
Pelikan pens have been integral to my experience all along the way, the observations of childhood leading to ownership and regular use throughout adulthood. Worthy objects of affection, they, on so many levels!
What a joy, to discover your site this far down my Pelikan-loving road!
I have gained greatly from the incredible resource you have created here. I am specifically grateful for your detailed instructions regarding such things as cleaning the section of demonstrator pens, tightening/reorienting the crowns and clips on pen caps, etc.– I am in your debt– but benefit most from your ongoing, intelligent enthusiasm.
I quote you often:
“… Pelikan pens have some indescribable quality, a character and a discipline, that makes owning and using them a joy that transcends the sum of their parts.”
A character and a discipline, indeed.
Thank you! 🙂
~ S.
Love this comment for the sheer beauty in terms of the choice of words and the writer’s joy of using a fountain pen. Truly, one must love writing and be able to appreciate the joys of seeing the words form on the page, and a cursive style of writing would do much to rediscover the lost joys of writing.
I have a Pelikan M200 and have intentions of expanding my collection. I use the Pelikan 4001 series black ink.
Pelikan pens are expensive, but what the heck, you live only once. So let’s use whatever’ left of this life and enjoy the sheer pleasures of reading and writing and rediscover lost joys!
I just found this site and I’ve been browsing the back catalog. I bought my very first Pelikan (an M800) last month, and its elegance is so satisfying, visually and mechanically. Looking forward to writing with it and seeing all the Pelikan lore here!
Pelikan is an iconic brand. A friend had an M400 White Tortie. Holding that pen made me want to get back into fountain pens. It is just a gorgeous specimen.
I don’t quite know what it is about Pelikan, but it just has a certain quality to it. If I had the money to, I could see getting rid of every other pen I own, and keeping a collection of only Pelikans, and I think that would be fine. Pelikan doesn’t have the general brand cache of a Montblanc, or the ubiquity (at least in the US) of a Pilot, but it has a more understated dominance’s of the pen world. No one ever said that they bought a new Pelikan to be greater with the response of “oh, I don’t trust that brand.”
My only Pelikan fountain pen right now is an M205, but I know that I will some day pick up s souveran (probably the M80X or M100X, to get the upgraded piston mechanism.) your blog has been a great resource in learning about this brand.
I love the look of this pen. Your review gave me a lot of information so I added it to my wish list.
I love the experience of writing with Pelikan pens – they’re smooth, wet, and above all, reliable (and most of them – the piston-fillers, at least – hold a ton of ink.)
I’ve been following your blog since I bought my first Pelikan an M800. It’s my favorite fountain pen and carry it daily. Your articles are well written and researched. I enjoy reading about Pelikan’s history and your insight on new products about to be released.
congrats on your anniversary. I really like the clean lines of the stola pen. It would join my Lamy as an EDC pen!
I have used primarily Pelikan inks, and enjoy their colors quite a bit. I have tried a few different Pelikan pens, but have not purchased one yet. Thank you for sharing your knowledge, and congratulations on the anniversary!
Congratulations on your Anniversary. I am newly back into fountain pens after a 30 year hiatus. There is so much going on. My first inks, upon my return, are Pelikan 4001 Turquoise and Royal Blue. The more experience I gain, the more I love Pelikan inks. The colors are gorgeous. They write like a dream and they are nice to my pens. Now it’s time to learn about Pelikan pens. I’m glad I found your site. Robbin
I just bought my second Pelikan and am loving my m200 smokey quartz.
I love Pelikan’s little pelican on the cap’s top. I’ve heard they’ve changed over time and would love to hear more of its story over the years.
Entries are now closed folks. A winner will be announced soon. Check back in a few days to find out who won and thank you for participating in my little giveaway.
I received my beautiful Stola III today. Thank you so much. My first ever Pelikan pen and I’m very excited and grateful. I guarantee that I will be reading in the future. Thanks for the great site and the great prize. Robbin A
I’m glad that it arrived to you safe and sound. You’re welcome and I hope that you enjoy. Just beware, a first Pelikan often leads to others and before you know it, you have a flock. Congrats again!
Greetings and Salutations, I am the incredibly pleased winner of the Stola III, Robbin A. I have been trying to send a message to express my gratitude. I have lost the email address which announced my selection so I have been replying to different notices. Not to beat a dead horse, but I don’t want to take my prize and run. Once again, thank you for selecting me to receive my first Pelikan pen. Robbin A.
Your appreciation of the gift really makes it all worthwhile. Congrats again. Enjoy your pen!!!
I love the engravings on the nib of fountain pen. I love to write and i usually write quotes and poems and pelikan fountain pen would be a compliment to my writing.