Fountain Pens / Ink:
I used to use Amazon before any other place; but, these days it's difficult knowing if you are purchasing actual name brands or knockoffs. I've been burnt a few times so I tend to go through these other websites when ordering online. Might be a little higher priced but at least I feel more confident that I'm getting the real thing.
As for supporting local businesses, we have a local art supply (DK Art Supplies) that I use occasionally and would love to shop more often; however, for many people, price is a major consideration and often local means much higher prices compared to ordering online. Those times I do shop locally is when I only need a single item rather quickly or do not have time to wait until I have a large enough order to get free shipping from other sources. Plus local businesses can only maintain a limited choice of supplies and brands. DK Art Supplies WILL order anything for you they may not carry; however, if that's the case, it's just easier to order myself.
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This is helpful. Thank you! I have never tried Goulet Pen Co. I do love Blick and Jerry's too.
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