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We started making pens just about 15 years ago when my oldest daughter wanted to hire a limousine driver for her 6th grade graduation. She needed money so we came up with the idea to make pens as we love to work with wood. As a test, we made a batch of about 15 pens and took them to Pier 39 at Fisherman's Warf along with our Golden Retriever puppy. Of course the puppy attracted a lot of attention and many tourists asked if they could take a photo with the dog. We said yes and after the photo we showed them a tray of pens and most gladly purchased one. Within a few hours all pens were sold and we returned home.
My daughter had enough money for her limo but then we didn't stop. We soon started showing pens to co-works and classmates and then started attending art and craft shows in the Bay Area. We also figured out how to set up an inexpensive website. The first order was about $1,400 and we couldn't believe it. After attending arts and craft shows for about 3 years we soon found that we were too busy to maintain all the orders as I worked full time as a CFO. So, we stopped attending the shows, invested more money on the online business and we have been going strong ever since. We received one order for 325 pens from a local (San Mateo) insurance company which was great exposure for us. Then in 2012 we were contacted by President Bill Clinton's foundation and they placed a larger order. They wanted over 300 items but we didn't have the time and instead shipped 165 pen sets. Made in the USA by a small busy was very important to the Clinton group.
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5.0 out of 5 stars rating7 Total Reviews
7 Reviews
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Charles J.March 2, 2021 • Verified Purchase
Black, None, None
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Has the look and feel of an expensive executive pen at a fraction of the price of Mont blanc and the like. Great to give as a thank you gift at the office or to your kid. It came out clean and not blotchy nor is there a high propensity for smudging.
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Deborah G.March 12, 2021 • Verified Purchase
Black, None, None
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I really like this pen! It writes super smoothly and even comes with a refill. I was tired of using pens of random companies' brand names that didn't look professional--they are also made of plastic and wasteful. This pen is a good alternative to pens that cost 100s of dollars. Looks great and color is outstanding, a bubble-gum pink in metallic with silver trim. You just turn the pen and the point comes out, and you start writing. I recommend this for everyday use. Great quality printing. Black ink. Very smooth and easy to write with. Doesn't have the usual ball point pen issues like gaps in writing or ink splotches. I like writing with this.
5 out of 5 stars rating
By Madison C.March 7, 2021 • Verified Purchase
Black, None, None
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Nice design, high quality with timeless style, ideal for all ages. The only con it’s a bit heavy. Writes fluidly, well with no skipping or leaving ink behind. Simple to use and long lasting. Very good price too. Will definitely recommend.
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Product ID: 256564915140075136
Created on: 12/23/2020, 2:47 AM
Rating: G
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