Hottest Pens of 2024!
This year brought incredible excitement for fountain pen enthusiasts, with over 300 individual product launches bringing us some truly standout designs and innovative features. From bold colors to fresh functionalities, there was no shortage of exciting releases. With so many standout releases, narrowing down the best of the best wasn’t easy. Here’s a countdown of the top 10 fountain pens of the year, complete with some honorable mentions along the way. Let’s dive in!
10. Sheaffer Coffee Edition
Sheaffer made a strong comeback this year after years off the radar, reintroducing us to their line of pens with a fresh approach. The standout? The Coffee Edition, featuring a stunning dark-to-light brown ombre satin finish. Originally introduced on the Sheaffer 100 model and later adapted for the VFM, this design was a hot seller and a unique addition to their portfolio. With prices ranging from $38 to $52, Sheaffer’s offerings are both accessible and well-received. Here’s hoping they keep the momentum going in 2025!
9. Kaweco Piston Sport
Kaweco’s iconic pocket pen, the Kaweco Sport, received a major upgrade this year with the introduction of a piston-filling mechanism. Available in aluminum (AL-Sport) and resin (Classic Sport), these pens retain their classic compact design but have an added blind cap, an ink window, and increased ink capacity. Prices range from $75 to $175, but the reception in the pen community has been overwhelmingly positive. We can’t wait to see if more colors join the lineup next year.
8. Delta Spaccanapoli
Delta’s Spaccanapoli was a standout release aimed at offering premium quality at an accessible price point. This cartridge-converter pen boasts impressive build quality and eye-catching resins, particularly in the Terre color. It’s a great introduction to the Delta brand and a strong contender in the mid-range category.
7. LAMY AL-star Harry Potter Collection
LAMY had a great year, releasing multiple special editions, including the highly popular AL-star Harry Potter Collection. Featuring designs for each Hogwarts house with unique colors, trims, and engraved details, this collaboration brought fountain pens to a new audience of Harry Potter fans. The set’s popularity has been astounding, with Ravenclaw leading the pack in sales. It’s been exciting to see LAMY’s efforts to make the fountain pen hobby accessible and appealing to kids and newcomers alike.
6. Sailor TUZU Adjust
Sailor introduced the TUZU Adjust after years of development, marking a significant departure from their typically premium offerings. Designed with new users in mind, this pen combines simplicity, quality, and affordability. With a clean design and features that appeal to both beginners and seasoned users, the TUZU Adjust is a welcome addition to Sailor’s lineup.
5. TWSBI Vac700R Kyanite Blue
TWSBI brought their A-game this year with the Vac700R Kyanite Blue, a clear-bodied pen with striking blue trim and a two-toned nib. This model added some much-needed color variety to the Vac700R lineup and quickly became a favorite. Honorable mentions go to the TWSBI 580ALR Black and the newly launched 580ALR Caribbean w/Onyx, both of which were also big hits.
4. LAMY safari violet blackberry
LAMY’s special edition safari violet blackberry brought a fresh mix of matte and shiny finishes with a sleek dark purple body and a light purple grip. Coupled with matching ink, this pen made waves in the community and cemented its place as one of LAMY’s most memorable releases this year.
3. TWSBI ECO – Caffè with Bronze Trim
TWSBI dominated again with their ECO Caffè w/ Bronze Trim, a pen with a latte-colored cap and piston knob, paired with bright rose gold accents. It became the most popular TWSBI pen of the year, appealing to both coffee lovers and pen enthusiasts. Other notable colors included Dark Sapphire and Irish Green w/ Onyx, making this a strong year for the ECO lineup.
2. BENU Euphoria – Matcha Latte & Rose Tea
The BENU Euphoria in Matcha Latte and Rose Tea pens wowed with their unique designs and materials. Part of the Goulet-exclusive Refreshment collection, these pens feature real tea and matcha infusions in the resin. The Matcha Latte’s swirl of olive green and white and the Rose Tea’s delicate pink with visible tea leaves made these pens instant favorites.
Honorable Mentions
While this list highlights the top 10, it wouldn’t be complete without mentioning the limited edition LAMY 2000 in Pine, a gorgeous and highly sought-after release. It features a matte green fiberglass body, brushed stainless steel grip, and a hooded rhodium-plated 14k gold nib. This pen was created for LAMY’s 58th anniversary and comes complete with a leather-bound notebook, gift packaging, and a biography of designer Gerd Alfred Müller, a collector’s dream experience.
1. Pilot Vanishing Point – Goulet Pens 15th Anniversary Edition
Taking the top spot is the Pilot Vanishing Point Goulet Pens 15th Anniversary Edition. This special release was years in the making and marked the first-ever U.S. retailer exclusive for the Vanishing Point line. The project’s significance to Goulet Pens, combined with its stunning design and limited availability, makes it a fitting choice for #1. As a celebration of 15 years of dedication to the fountain pen community, this pen is a milestone worth remembering.
2024 was truly a remarkable year for fountain pens. Whether you’re new to the hobby or a seasoned collector, there’s never been a better time to explore the world of fountain pens. Here’s to another fantastic year ahead—Write On!
