Pen World Magazine February 2025

In this issue: Highlander Writing Instruments' new Python Collection is a sign that this young brand has major skin in the game. Germany's Graf von Faber-Castell pays tribute to Ottoman culture's influence on Europe with the Pen of the Year 2024: Ottoman Culture. Meanwhile, the art pens from Turkish master jeweler Zeki Karaca give an insider's perspective on Turkish art and culture. In our concluding chapter on the "slim, straight, metal pen," meet some modern makers who are redefining form and function. Also: Arizona's Penchetta is under new ownership; learn more about a legend of the pen show circuit, Terry Mawhorter; meet a precocious young pen turner, Dagan Prusky; and say goodbye with us to our dear friend and longtime contributing editor, Julian Kreeger.