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“My name is Diane Kidman and I’m a pen addict.” That felt really good to confess. You see, I love the physical act of writing – in fact, I write a lot of my reviews by hand; even wrote this review by hand and with a most incredible writing instrument. Ryan Krusac makes pens, but these aren’t your usual plastic variety. His writing instruments are works of art. Most are made of fine hardwoods that he turns on a lathe and then hand buffs to a glossy finish. My Ryan Krusac Studios pen is a little different even still – Asian River Buffalo Horn with a wonderfully warm and subtle patina. I chose the River Buffalo Horn because I’m partial to all things Asian, and strangely, to water buffalos. I simply couldn’t pass up the opportunity of having Ryan create one of these pens just for me.
Each Ryan Krusac Studios pen is made to order – this means the end result is all the more special knowing it’s being hand crafted just for you rather than cranked out in a factory and sold by the bag. I chose a fountain pen because that’s always been my preference. I don’t use fountain pens for, say, check writing and grocery lists, but I reserve them for special things like my daily journal writing (yet another obsession), letters, and any other writings I feel are important. There’s something about sitting down with a fine pen – for the creative writer, that may mean that extra edge between good writing and great writing. Is a pen a muse? I’m not sure, but holding a writing instrument made of natural materials certainly does something to the creative spirit.
I am truly enjoying the experience of this pen. Ryan Krusac has a great attention to detail – from the gentle curve of the pen barrel to the Rhodium and black titanium appointments, as well as the lovely German made nib which produces an easy flowing, smooth writing. Don’t do fountain pens? Ryan also offers finely crafted ballpoint pens and rollerball pens too. But I’d highly recommend giving the fountain pen a try. The pen’s balance is just perfect for the fountain pen lover, and it’s a real joy to write with.
If you’d like a chance to win your own, Ryan Krusac is going to create a work of art specifically for one of you. With graduation time nearing, this would make an extraordinary gift. Or perhaps you’re due a grand gift to yourself. Either way, one of you will be receiving a real keepsake!
Here’s what you could win: A wooden pen of your choice from the Ryan Krusac Studios fountain pen page. (You may choose to have the pen made as a rollerball if you wish.) The pen’s hardware will be like what you see in the photo to the right, and you’ll be able to choose from any woods (excluding rosewood burl and banksia pod). Open for worldwide entry!!!
Multiple Options for Entry:
1.) Just visit the Ryan Krusac Studios fountain pen page and tell me what pen you might choose if you won and why. (You may enter once a day.) Remember, leave an interesting comment. If I cannot contact the winner, you might be chosen instead based on your comment.
2.) Email subscribers get an extra entry for as long as their subscription is active.
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3.) Blog about this giveaway on your blog with a link back to this post. Come back and leave me a Comment with a link to your blog post. (If your comment doesn’t show up right away, don’t worry – I may have to approve it first. My blog might think it’s spam but gosh darn, I certainly don’t!)
4.) I’m feeling Twittery. If you Twitter a link to this giveaway, come back and comment here to let me know your Twitter name for another entry! (I’m dkmommy if you want to follow me.)
Feel free to do all four to gain several entries to win! You have until midnight EST on Tuesday, April 21, 2009, to enter.
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I love fine pens and have collected them for years. There is such an assortment of rich materials to choose from it is amazing but I would love to have an antler pen and if I could provide the shed antler from one of those found here on my own ranch it would be even more perfect. Thank you so much for sharing this wonderful site with us. I’m 69 now and arthritis has taken control of my fingers so I would have to choose the gel pen but, oh, yes, I do agree with you about the fine feeling one gets when using a fountain pen.
I would like to get my husband the River Buffalo gel pen. He is one who would truly appreciate the artistry and workmanship that went into its creation. He is very particular about his pens and he won’t let us use them. He says strange hands ruin the tips. These are the loveliest pens I’ve ever seen. Thanks for a great site and a fine giveaway.
I would love the Snakewood Rollerball pen.
I love the River Buffalo Horn. These are beautiful!
walnut fountain pen looks great
I like the Walnut Burl Rollerball model. [Remember the movie, Rollerball? I just threw that in; it has nothing to do with these gorgeous pens.]
I would like the walnut burl.
I like the handmade ballpoint pen Petite naturally shed antler
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Hi I love the Walnut Burl. Please add an entry for the 21st ( today ) for me =o)
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The river buffalo horn pen is exquisite!
The handmade Wooden Fountain pen from Thuya Burl – Morocco is my choice.
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another try to win the river buffalo horn!
Yes, a Zebrawood rollerball.
My favorite is the Hand Made Wooden Fountain Pen Banksia Pod – Australia. It is so unique and absolutely gorgeous!!! Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this giveaway!
I love fountain pens ! My favorite fountain pen on the webpage is the SKU FPS-Ebony. The dark wood gives the pen a really classy look and it will match my black bag and shoes. Great giveaway.
I like the Rosewood burl set! Very Nice! Thank you for the opportunity!
My tuesday entry … thanks
My today’s entry. Choice is still the same.thanks
These are the most professional looking pens to use personally and at the work place.
I know my friend would love this pen… I can just see the huge grin on her face. And what a better present for a writer then a pen!? Please accept this as my entry for April 21, 2009… Thank you!
My Tuesday entry, and I’m still all for Zebra Wood!
The Naturally Shed Antler pen would be wonderful. Thank you.
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There is nothing like great craftmanship. The pens exemplyfy this artisty.
I’d like a rollerball with the Thuya Burl. It would make an elegant pen.
The pen is mightier than the sword… and this one is beautiful to boot!
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I would choose the NATURALLY SHED ANTLER roolerball pen but they are all beautiful
last entry-zebra wood is pretty
all the pens are amazing
Would love the Pink Penther in rollerball as pink is my fav color!
I would love to win a fountain pen for my brother.he is a science fiction writer and uses only fountain pens to write.
I especially like the Naturally Shed Antler” Fountain Pen. It’s simple, plain and classy!
the Rosewood Burl Pen
I love the Natural Shed Antler.
I would choose the Fountain Pen Rosewood Burl-South America. I love the beautiful color and the wood.
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The Snakewood pen is gorgeous.
Tuesday’s entry!
it’s nice to see a fabulous pen in the midst of the email frenzy. I like the rosewood burl fountain pen
I love the Snakewood Rollerball, love the look of this unusual wood. Beautiful
Very nice pens! I would select the Gaboon Ebony pen. It is stylish and classic. My husband will probably steal it from me for his work. I will have to barter with him. He can have my really cool pen and I will get a new pair of shoes or a new purse! Of course, I will probably steal the pen back after I get the purse!
It is a hot sultry day on the Mississippi and it is time to write in my journal of my trip on this lovely riverboat and about its handsome captain. Oh my, I have misplaced my pen. I hope to win your lovely spalted magnolia.. well its off to supper with Mr. Clemens.
Petite naturally shed antler ballpoint, thanks
PLease pick me!!! Thanks