Fountain Pen TV Ad


Posted on December 8th, 2006 by Merlin.
Categories: Art, Communication, Gadgets, Journaling.

JML Fountain Pen SetI just saw an interesting commercial on TV: it was for a Christmas Gift Pen Set – The only information I found on it was from Woolworth.UK website:

Description:

The classic pen set is an outstanding gift with six beautifully designed writing instruments, ideal for all occasions.

The classic fountain pen nib contains one of the toughest metals, Iridium, making it virtually indestructible.

The refill flow system ensures an even supply of ink whilst writing and eliminates blotting. As well as the fountain pen, a further five high quality writing instruments are included in the classic pen set.

All are suitable for left and right handed users.

Contents:
  Fountain Pen – Ball Pen – Roller Pen – Tow Colour Pen – Micro Pen – Propelling Pencil – 66 Piece Refill Set

 I just thought it interesting that in the ad they show throwing a fountain pen at a dart board (And Hitting a Bulls Eye none the less) and the pen still writes - Then they used the pen to stab a soda can and the pen still writes again.

My take of this ad is it is showing that fountain pens are not a flimsy pen but a sturdy rugged pen. They also show the pen being used for some "Fancy" writing. My take is that they noticed that people are starting to use fountain pens again and here is a quick way to get a quick buck from the people that don't know what to purchase. Now mind you I have not seen these pens and I am not against low cost fountain pens (I have several and love using them) I just hope these are somewhat reliable and nice to use as I feel this will be a easy way to introduce many people to the use of a "Fancy" fountain pen.  

The Ads here in Pittsburgh show this is available in Giant Eagle, Altmyers, Eckered Drugs, & CVS 

So whats your take? if any one can find a Google or YouTube Version of this ad let me know I will add it to the site.

Would you give this as a gift? 

 

Merlin – DigitalAlan 

TAGS: Fountain Pen Set Fountain+Pen inexpensive adult gift


13 comments.

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Alyssa

Comment on December 17th, 2006.

I’m not sure if I would -give- it as a gift, but I am certainly trying to -receive- it. I don’t plan on throwing them at dart boards, or puncturing soda cans. I just want to write with them. But I just can’t seem to find it. Damn lying television ads. Sold at CVS my ass.

Tina

Comment on December 21st, 2006.

I am looking for a pen that writes fancy. I don’t have good handwriting and I would like to know the names of somes pens that writes fancy? I saw someone use a fancy writing pen on an envelope to me, but I can’t contact that person.
Can you give me some ideas, names, and places to find this or can it be ordered on you website?

Gerrie

Comment on December 22nd, 2006.

I have called several CVS trying to locate the pen set to NO avail. Sure would like to find them though!

Merlin

Comment on December 22nd, 2006.

I saw these today at the Giant Eagle Store – and I would not recommend them to purchase – As I suspected these are just a very inexpensive set. Yes they are nice – they felt pretty nice – I didn’t purchase a set so I honestly can not say for certain these are junk but they looked fairly cheap. I would recommend getting a nice Lamy Safari or Head over to HisNibs.com and check out his selection of Pen under $10 and Under $20 – There are also a few nice pens around $20 at SwisherPens.com. And these pens I can vouch for.

Merlin

cheech

Comment on December 22nd, 2006.

ummmm, are you people serious? are “pens that write fancy” in demand for real?” how wacky…

Gerrie

Comment on December 23rd, 2006.

yeah, it’s the pen that writes fancy, not the holder, lol. Thanks for the information Merlin, I have decided not to purchase this set. I also saw a set online that is called “pennali”. It was a 7 piece set with 60 some bonus set too. Just wondering if this is the same set? In the bonus for the set they count 5 pieces of lead for the pencil as 5 items. Sounds like a ripoff! Like you say, better to invest in ONE “good” pen.

rav

Comment on December 24th, 2006.

These are old and have been doing the rounds for years. I remember them when I was at university back in 1990. As I remember the quality was of what you would expect a basic back to school pen to be.

Alyssa

Comment on December 24th, 2006.

… Pens can’t write fancy, really. I mean, you can just get a regular ink pen and it’s not going to effect your handwriting at all.

But I got the set for Christmas and I’m pleased simply because I like pens…

Tighe

Comment on December 13th, 2007.

Go to JML’s website… http://www.jmldirect.com/Classic-Pen-Set-PC5209/

John

Comment on December 15th, 2007.

Ebay has them for a good price. I also saw a simmilar set at BIG LOTS in Hopkinsville KY for 9.99USD

anna

Comment on January 22nd, 2009.

I love the set! I got it for christmas but i cant figure out how to get the fountin pen working, you know the one with the odd shaped tip like a quill? i have no idea how to get it to work!!!!!!!!!!! HELP!!!1

patch

Comment on December 10th, 2009.

u can buy these on amazon.com, free delivery 2

Maria

Comment on December 23rd, 2009.

These pens are also available at Office Depot.

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