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A journey around the world in 9 pens


I wish I could do a real journey around the world - but, as long as COVID still lurks around - no chance.

So, plan B: a journey around the world with my pens. This was a real challenge - holding my pen journey around the world in one hand - starting in Japan hopping from country to country from where I have pens until reaching the US. (right to left)

Be careful when doing this, don't let them drop. 😨😢

Japan: Sailor Profit21 (1911L) Mitsukoshi LE
China: Hero 100 in gold
India: Submarine, model unknown, Vermeil
Italy: Monte Grappa coral by Montegrappa
France: Waterman Gentleman in Tortoise
Swiss: Caran d'Ache, model Geneve, 90th anniversary commemoration pen 1994
Germany: Porsche Design Tec Flex 3110 (made by Faber Castell)
UK: Yard O'Led Viceroy Grand Barley
USA: Sheaffer Flattop Senior Jade


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