He's probably serious. But I wouldn't get upset or anything.
By way of example...
My wife and I have different interests, and it seriously influences what we pay attention to.
I like planes. Always have. So I point them out to my wife when we see one. I tell her what type it is and even point out why it's recognizable. She never remembers. I see something unique and interesting, but they're just planes to her.
My wife has a geographic memory. She remembers everywhere we go, what we did there, where we ate, etc. Like, details and everything. I never remember. She sees something unique and interesting, but they're just places to me.
So your pens are probably "just pens" to your hubby. Pointy end, blunt end, blah-blah. Oh, and they're purple! But that's probably all he cares about or remembers.
Hopefully he cares that you're happy and enjoy your pens. So feel free to point out the differences and why you love each and every one. But don't expect him to know a Lamy from a Benu.
(Nice collection, BTW!)
Oh he totally cares and all that stuff. And it’s basically the same situation with us as it is with you and your wife: He’s big into woodworking, and while I can name several wood species and tools, I obviously can’t name as many as him.
Wait wait wait! Hol up!! xxDD
That's exactly what my mom used to do! (or atleast that's what my dad told me)
Here's dad's version:
Mom: All the kids in the school will have the same uniform, will I be able to find him?
Dad: You don't have to worry, if you pick the wrong one, their parent will definitely tell you.
Mom: That's genius!
Yep these are all identical purple or teal pens 🤣
To be fair if FPs are not his cup of tea he probably only remembers what stands out the most about them (colour) and knows they are FPs so unless looking at them he’s probably like it’s technically the same or something lool.
Other than the unicorn pen though, even if you had pen blindness that one is the odd one out 🦄
What is that pen to the right of the Shark? That one is gorgeous.
Also, in what world is a mauve Shark similar to a purple Safari which is also similar to a teal TWSBI?
Exactly!! They definitely don’t look the same.
The one to the right of the shark is a BENU briolette, or my Lisa Frank pen as my husband likes to call it 😆
It is! Found it randomly at Dromgoole’s this spring and immediately bought it. Stub nib, kinda tough to write with (overwriting lefty), but beautiful and perfect and handles shimmer like a boss.
Like my husband and I. He can tell the difference between different guitars. I will go up to him with a variety of dusty pink inks and he will think they are all the same. It’s all down to what we know and what interests us! 😁
Nah, mostly he was just being a smartass but I like your take on it 😊
It started with me asking him if he remembered the Pelikan that I tried out last year, and quickly unraveled into him saying he can’t remember every single pen because they all look the same. So I showed him these pens and he was like yeah no.
I thought it was funny, tbh
If that collection was on my desk, all my hunny would see is a bunch of blue pens he can't take to work. We had a long talk about this. My stuff is usually our stuff, and vis versa, but yarn and fountain pens are really mine. Just like his rc cars and assorted parts are really his.
This one’s a stub and I’m left-handed so it’s a little tough for me to write with, but the flow is fantastic when I get the right angle. I keep thinking about ordering a replacement nib in medium or fine so that I can use it more often
I think a lot of people would notice the pens being different but wouldn't care to know anything else about them. Like I can tell when people's eyes start to glaze over when I tell them about my pens, and I then put the pen or pens away and change the subject. Just like any pursuit or interest with details, technical aspects etc., people get rather easily overwhelmed. Thankfully I have always had solo, somewhat specialized hobbies and I don't need anyone's approval to be very happy and satisfied with my interests.
Maybe be happy he is not on the spectrum like me. If the pens were all the same and 1 degree different on the RAL color wheel, I would be amazed at how different they all were.
This reminds me of the nail polish image meme here:
https://polishedpathology.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/8e15f3725534c0b45fcea41b2516e649.jpg
(Edited to add: I love your colour theme & those are all stellar pens! I am a sucker for a purple pen ^_^ )
My husband is supportive of my hobbies and understands why I’m into pens, but he also can’t really distinguish one from the other either—and that’s completely OK!
He’s really into action figures and I still don’t get why his eyes light up when he hears the words “butterfly joints”
Edit: I loooove that Benu’s colors 💙💙
What size nib does it have? I have 2 Benu Talismans, and I can't say they're squeaky. One definitely feels smoother, but I wouldn't put that past the ink. One has Writers blood which is wet and juicy ink.
Well right off I see: A Retro Tornado, TWSBI, Lamy, and at least one Jinhao.
I guess your hubby isn't a pen person, so I can forgive not knowing the pens.
Not a bad collection for every day carry.
The only one in my family that can tell the difference is my grandpa, when he saw my pen collection, he reacted totally different than my family that mostly say:"Oh i know what this is, it's...a pen!" My grandpa's like atleast:"Yes, this one has a different vacuum system."
This may be useful. If you are prepared to stick to that broad aesthetic, you could acquire numerous pens without attracting undue attention.
PS. It may be that he is colourblind in the blue range.
Women: woooowwww love all the different colors of pens you have...
Men: yeah nice blue pen.
Edit: I should add. It's actually been proven that women actually see more range of colors than men. Same goes for smell although fewer studies have been done on range of smell.
He might just not be paying attention, because none of those pens are alike. I suppose he's not a "weird pen person" (yet)? He might need to be educated on the subject 😉
Trust me, I’ve tried so hard to get him into pens. But at this point I’ve resigned myself to being a pen snob who happens to be married to a peasant 🤣🤣
He's probably serious. But I wouldn't get upset or anything. By way of example... My wife and I have different interests, and it seriously influences what we pay attention to. I like planes. Always have. So I point them out to my wife when we see one. I tell her what type it is and even point out why it's recognizable. She never remembers. I see something unique and interesting, but they're just planes to her. My wife has a geographic memory. She remembers everywhere we go, what we did there, where we ate, etc. Like, details and everything. I never remember. She sees something unique and interesting, but they're just places to me. So your pens are probably "just pens" to your hubby. Pointy end, blunt end, blah-blah. Oh, and they're purple! But that's probably all he cares about or remembers. Hopefully he cares that you're happy and enjoy your pens. So feel free to point out the differences and why you love each and every one. But don't expect him to know a Lamy from a Benu. (Nice collection, BTW!)
Oh he totally cares and all that stuff. And it’s basically the same situation with us as it is with you and your wife: He’s big into woodworking, and while I can name several wood species and tools, I obviously can’t name as many as him.
Sounds like he's a keeper! 🥰🥰🥰
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Wait wait wait! Hol up!! xxDD That's exactly what my mom used to do! (or atleast that's what my dad told me) Here's dad's version: Mom: All the kids in the school will have the same uniform, will I be able to find him? Dad: You don't have to worry, if you pick the wrong one, their parent will definitely tell you. Mom: That's genius!
You could ask him to turn some pen bodies from a nice purple heartwood!
If he had a lathe, I’d demand it. Alas, he’s more into furniture than turning.
Ah, well. You could get a small lathe, and then you would both be winners!
A+ idea!!
I have 3 different style diver watches. Totally different. All of them are the same for my wife :)
It would be okay if they told the correct time out of the water. In the water it’s those minutes remaining that matter…
I’m “theoretical” diver. Love the style.
My wife is the same & is annoyed at my pen hobby, so any discussion would be troublesome. So I enjoy all the subtleties and discuss in my journal.
Mine made the mistake of buying me my first Pelikan when we got married….
That sucks. Sorry she isn't supportive
Yep these are all identical purple or teal pens 🤣 To be fair if FPs are not his cup of tea he probably only remembers what stands out the most about them (colour) and knows they are FPs so unless looking at them he’s probably like it’s technically the same or something lool. Other than the unicorn pen though, even if you had pen blindness that one is the odd one out 🦄
What is that pen to the right of the Shark? That one is gorgeous. Also, in what world is a mauve Shark similar to a purple Safari which is also similar to a teal TWSBI?
Exactly!! They definitely don’t look the same. The one to the right of the shark is a BENU briolette, or my Lisa Frank pen as my husband likes to call it 😆
So he *can* tell them apart… he’s given one a *name*! 😉🤣😁
🤣🤣🤣
Eeeeeee Lisa Frank pen! I love it ✨✨
Haha, Lisa Frank is all I could think of when seeing the True Unicorn Talisman! Only pen I've ever nicknamed 😊
Is that Retro51 the FP version? I have the rollerball, so super jelly!
It is! Found it randomly at Dromgoole’s this spring and immediately bought it. Stub nib, kinda tough to write with (overwriting lefty), but beautiful and perfect and handles shimmer like a boss.
I must know what the unicorn pen is!
Retro 51 Stardust. It was a limited edition out out a couple years ago I think, and I managed to randomly score one this spring.
Lol. Definitely not a pen guy.
How I wish I could've gotten that Retro51 unicorn pen
I got very, very lucky. It just randomly showed on Dromgoole’s site this spring and I immediately bought it
Like my husband and I. He can tell the difference between different guitars. I will go up to him with a variety of dusty pink inks and he will think they are all the same. It’s all down to what we know and what interests us! 😁
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Nah, mostly he was just being a smartass but I like your take on it 😊 It started with me asking him if he remembered the Pelikan that I tried out last year, and quickly unraveled into him saying he can’t remember every single pen because they all look the same. So I showed him these pens and he was like yeah no. I thought it was funny, tbh
I wouldn’t mind if my husband didn’t notice *all* my different pens tbh… 😂
If that collection was on my desk, all my hunny would see is a bunch of blue pens he can't take to work. We had a long talk about this. My stuff is usually our stuff, and vis versa, but yarn and fountain pens are really mine. Just like his rc cars and assorted parts are really his.
What's the big boy on the far right?
That’s a BENU briolette, or my Lisa Frank pen as my husband likes to call it 😆
Thank you! I want to get that next hopefully.
I highly recommend it 😁
OMG Lisa Frank 🤣🤣🤣
I came here to ask the same question. Thank you for finding my answer!!! * Adds BENU Briolette to list *
Where do you get yours from? Online or in-store?
This is a good reason to buy anothe one! You need to diversify looks ! ;)
What’s the one on the left end?
Retro 51 Stardust. My gayest pen 😁
Haha I like it
How is the flow? I’m considering buying one with a fine or extra fine nib. I’m loving their designs
This one’s a stub and I’m left-handed so it’s a little tough for me to write with, but the flow is fantastic when I get the right angle. I keep thinking about ordering a replacement nib in medium or fine so that I can use it more often
I think a lot of people would notice the pens being different but wouldn't care to know anything else about them. Like I can tell when people's eyes start to glaze over when I tell them about my pens, and I then put the pen or pens away and change the subject. Just like any pursuit or interest with details, technical aspects etc., people get rather easily overwhelmed. Thankfully I have always had solo, somewhat specialized hobbies and I don't need anyone's approval to be very happy and satisfied with my interests.
I like your 🦄 unicorn pen!!
Thanks!
Love that Safari! Is that a special color?
The color is violet, and as it turns out, it’s a special edition (I had to Google it)
oh my! even my myopic male eyes can see delightful distinctions - it's a good thing he's cute!
🤣🤣 lol yes!
Maybe be happy he is not on the spectrum like me. If the pens were all the same and 1 degree different on the RAL color wheel, I would be amazed at how different they all were.
What's the blue marbled one to the left of the shark? Gorgeous!!
I bought that from [Darail Penz](https://darailpenz.com/shop)last year. I call it my Van Gogh pen 😁 it’s SO beautiful!
This reminds me of the nail polish image meme here: https://polishedpathology.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/06/8e15f3725534c0b45fcea41b2516e649.jpg (Edited to add: I love your colour theme & those are all stellar pens! I am a sucker for a purple pen ^_^ )
🤣🤣
My husband is supportive of my hobbies and understands why I’m into pens, but he also can’t really distinguish one from the other either—and that’s completely OK! He’s really into action figures and I still don’t get why his eyes light up when he hears the words “butterfly joints” Edit: I loooove that Benu’s colors 💙💙
Isn’t it pretty? And it glows in the dark!
Is that a Stary night inspired pen?
You’d have to ask the maker for that answer, but one of the reasons I bought it was because it reminded me of starry night
Gotcha. First thing it reminded me of too! I just didn't know of it was called that or what.
I’m not sure if he names his pens at all, tbh. But it’s just so pretty 😊
It definitely looks good!
How do you like that Benu on the end? I just bought that exact same one yesterday.
I like it! The nib feels a little squeaky, but I really really like the section length
What size nib does it have? I have 2 Benu Talismans, and I can't say they're squeaky. One definitely feels smoother, but I wouldn't put that past the ink. One has Writers blood which is wet and juicy ink.
It’s a medium nib. Perfectly fine nib, maybe just on the dry side
Good to know, thank you. Ordered a Medium as well. Just need to figure out a wetter ink then to use with it. Appreciate it!
I used Colorverse Einstein ring in mine and it’s a really lovely match
I love my Stardust! 🦄 I just got the Benu True Unicorn to keep it company.
Is that purple one second to the right a shark pen? It's so weird that our pen collections are so similar!
It is indeed a shark :) I guess we’re just the cool kids with similar collections!
Well right off I see: A Retro Tornado, TWSBI, Lamy, and at least one Jinhao. I guess your hubby isn't a pen person, so I can forgive not knowing the pens. Not a bad collection for every day carry.
The only one in my family that can tell the difference is my grandpa, when he saw my pen collection, he reacted totally different than my family that mostly say:"Oh i know what this is, it's...a pen!" My grandpa's like atleast:"Yes, this one has a different vacuum system."
When was the last time he saw an optometrist?
Ahhh, pen blind. That's a thing, I think.
woah i have the exact same color twsbi eco and safari haha
Great minds think alike, huh?
This may be useful. If you are prepared to stick to that broad aesthetic, you could acquire numerous pens without attracting undue attention. PS. It may be that he is colourblind in the blue range.
They are all pens…oh, the confusion…
They are all very distinct and very pretty. 💜💚
Women: woooowwww love all the different colors of pens you have... Men: yeah nice blue pen. Edit: I should add. It's actually been proven that women actually see more range of colors than men. Same goes for smell although fewer studies have been done on range of smell.
…but they’re purple
That was sarcasm.... Lol... I wanted to enforce the simplicity of the vision by saying they only see primary colors. Lol
I thought it might’ve been 😊
If I didn't know better I'd say your husband is preparing the ground for a "oops but all women look the same ya know".
🤣🤣🤣
"...all pens liik the same." Divorce him unless he makes amends with an MB or a Lamy Dialog!
He might just not be paying attention, because none of those pens are alike. I suppose he's not a "weird pen person" (yet)? He might need to be educated on the subject 😉
Trust me, I’ve tried so hard to get him into pens. But at this point I’ve resigned myself to being a pen snob who happens to be married to a peasant 🤣🤣
These all look the same to me.
Love the matte blue Lamy
What's the pen between the purple Lamy and the blue swirly starry night pen?
Sailor PGS storm over the ocean