Thank you for choosing this warm and elegant solid wood fountain pen. Wood is a living material, a quality that gives each pen its own unique grain and personality. To ensure your cherished pen can accompany you for years to come, recording the moments of your life, please review the following care recommendations.
I. Protecting the Natural Material from Environmental Changes
Solid, natural wood is a gift from nature. Like all organic materials, it is sensitive to drastic changes in its environment. Proper care will keep it in its optimal condition.
- Avoid Extreme HumidityPlease avoid leaving the pen for extended periods in environments with excessively high humidity (e.g., a bathroom, near a window during a rainy season) or extreme dryness (e.g., next to a heater, directly in the path of an air conditioner vent, or inside a dry box). Drastic fluctuations in humidity can create a risk of subtle warping or fine cracks developing in the wood.
- Avoid Direct Sun ExposureProlonged, direct exposure to strong sunlight can cause the wood’s color to change and may even lead to surface cracking. Please do not leave the pen in a sun-drenched car or on a windowsill.
- Avoid Harsh ConditionsPlease do your best to protect your pen from direct, prolonged exposure to harsh outdoor elements such as wind, sun, and rain. When carrying it with you, it is best to store it safely during inclement weather.
II. Nurture Through Use, Embrace the Marks of Time
For a solid wood fountain pen, the best form of care is simply your frequent and dedicated use.
- The Nourishment of Daily WritingAs you handle the pen regularly for writing, the warmth of your fingertips and the natural micro-oils from your skin will interact with the wood. Over time, a beautiful, protective layer with a warm and subtle luster will gradually form on the surface—this is what is often called a “patina.”
- The Beauty of a Stabilized WoodThis natural patina not only enriches the pen’s color, giving it a deeper and more antiquated charm, but also makes it feel smoother and more comfortable in hand. More importantly, it helps to seal the wood’s pores to a certain degree, which contributes to the stability of the material and reduces its susceptibility to environmental changes.
- A Mark of Your OwnWith your use, each solid wood fountain pen will gradually develop a unique character and bear the imprint of its owner’s personal style. It ceases to be merely a writing instrument and becomes a unique testament to your personal journey and experiences.
May this solid wood pen grow in character in your hands, writing the wonderful chapters of your unique story.
