Esterbrook Pens
The Esterbrook Pen Company was a true American Original.
For one hundred years Esterbrook was the pride of Camden, NJ.
In 1858, entrepreneur Richard Esterbrook established his pen company under the trademark Esterbrook Pen Company, which would soon become one of the biggest and most beloved pen makers in the world. At its height, Esterbrook was the largest pen manufacturer in the United States employing 600 workers.
Much of America’s history has been written and created with Esterbrook pens. U.S. presidents Abraham Lincoln and Lyndon B. Johnson signed legislation with their Esterbrook pens. John F. Kennedy called for our nation to literally reach for the stars, signing documents that promised to land a man on the moon and bring him safely back to earth.
Famous Disney artist Carl Banks brought Donald Duck to life with an Esterbrook No 356. Peanuts creator Charles M. Schulz used the No 914 for all his comics. All the while millions of students grew up learning to write using Esterbrook pens. It is fair to say that these visionaries, and artists, helped Esterbrook to become an integrated part of America’s politics and culture in the 19th and 20th centuries.
This pen is inspired by the classic Americana of Route 66 and the Painted Desert along the highway.
Millions of years ago, the trees of the Petrified Forest, in NE Arizona, were toppled by volcanic eruptions, and then swept away by flowing water and deposited in marshes. They were covered with mud and volcanic ash, and layers of sediment. The logs remained buried for millions and millions of years, undergoing an extremely slow process of petrifaction which essentially turned the logs to colourful stone. The area became covered with an ocean, covering the logs with even more sediment. Then, about 60 million years ago, the ocean disappeared and was replaced by flowing rivers. The rivers gradually eroded away over 2,600 feet of sediment, slowly exposing the petrified wood that litters the landscape at the Petrified Forest National Park.
As the waning days of summer give way to the changing season, we present our newest Estie, a tribute to the prismatic beauty of a light-filled Honeycomb. Honey is as old as history itself. Used for more than 8000 years by ancient civilizations as a gift to the Gods, archaeologists excavating Egypt’s famous pyramids discovered tombs that contained still-edible 3000 year-old honey. Bees also know the magic of crystallized honey, storing and using it for food as fall arrives and winter approaches. The Estie Honeycomb is flecked with the colors of rich amber, golden sunsets, and is reminiscent of the rainbow of rustling leaves underfoot
Within this range of color emerges a signature eau de nil blue that Mucha used to clothe the women in lush drapery, illuminate the skies behind them, give them wings and surround them with waves of water.
Our newest addition to our core range of Esterbook Estie’s celebrates the innovation of Mucha’s work and his particular shades of blue, blended into a material that reflects the celluloid of pen making past.
A callback to the Golden Age of Hollywood, Scarlet was inspired by old glamour and the silver screen starlets who set Los Angeles (and a few men's hearts) ablaze. The latest Estie is a romantic mixture of blues and reds, making for an intriguing blend of subtlety and romanticism. At once bold and demure, this pen will surely be a Leading Lady in your collection.
To celebrate the nearby shores of Esterbrook’s birthplace, we present the Sea Glass as the newest Estie in our Core Range.
Timeless takes time.
And so it is with the coveted coastal treasures that wash ashore during low tides all over the world, known as sea glass.
Shaped over many sunrises and sunsets, these bits of colored glass drift for as many as two hundred years, weathering storms in the salt water, tossing and turning, Mother Nature’s own polishing that gives them their characteristically smooth, frosted texture.
One of the top-selling colours, Tortoise harkens back to the popular acrylic blend from the 30s and 40s. A balanced blend of browns and tans, Tortoise has the elegance of yesteryear while still very much being a modern pen.
Journalers, Esterbrook heard you loud and clear! Those pesky pages of yours kept turning and flipping while you were cutting. gluing or in mid-sentence while writing.
Avid journalers themselves, Esterbrook knew they could create something that would lend their fellow writing enthusiasts an extra hand.
Meet the Ester Book Holder. Based on the shape of a vintage Esterbrook nib from the 1930's, it's a vintage design with a modern purpose. It holds your pages open and flat while you embellish, collage, stamp and write.
Journalers, Esterbrook heard you loud and clear! Those pesky pages of yours kept turning and flipping while you were cutting. gluing or in mid-sentence while writing.
Avid journalers themselves, Esterbrook knew they could create something that would lend their fellow writing enthusiasts an extra hand.
Meet the Ester Book Holder. Based on the shape of a vintage Esterbrook nib from the 1930's, it's a vintage design with a modern purpose. It holds your pages open and flat while you embellish, collage, stamp and write. And it spices up IG photo shoots, to boot.
Our busy little bee is an extra hand to hold your pages while you pen your journals, filling them with your thoughts and crafting your story. Bees are incredible thinkers with an amazing capacity to learn, do meaningful work, and form complex memories. They live together peacefully sharing values, skills and experiences. Who better than to grace your planners, notebooks, and books than our Esterbook Bee? Let this sweet bee BEE a reminder that you are a part of a harmonious hive of writers and creators in our community and BEE an encouragement to you to:
BEE BOLD
BEE CURIOUS
BEE DAZZLE and most of all
BEELIEVE!
Our busy little bee is an extra hand to hold your pages while you pen your journals, filling them with your thoughts and crafting your story. Bees are incredible thinkers with an amazing capacity to learn, do meaningful work, and form complex memories. They live together peacefully sharing values, skills and experiences. Who better than to grace your planners, notebooks, and books than our Esterbook Bee? Let this sweet bee BEE a reminder that you are a part of a harmonious hive of writers and creators in our community and BEE an encouragement to you to:
BEE BOLD
BEE CURIOUS
BEE DAZZLE and most of all
BEELIEVE!
Because of this history, Esterbrook was inspired to create a pen that has all of the subtle, mysterious charm of the intelligent and curious corvid. Introducing the Estie Raven. With its matte black body and matching nib and trim, this pen is as stunning as it is simple, as intriguing as it is classic.
Because of this history, Esterbrook was inspired to create a pen that has all of the subtle, mysterious charm of the intelligent and curious corvid. Introducing the Estie Raven. With its matte black body and matching nib and trim, this pen is as stunning as it is simple, as intriguing as it is classic.
**A LIMITED AMOUNT FROM OUR FIRST SHIPMENT HAVE ARRIVED - WE WILL BE GETTING MORE STOCK & NIB SIZES AT A LATER DATE**
Every aspect of this pen and corresponding ink was a deliberate creative decision between Esterbrook and Ferris Wheel Press. The six-colour DiamondCast material is reminiscent of the swirling clouds of gas and dust that make up nebulae. The wax casted ring adds a touch of elegance, while the gold-plated clip with star engravings provides a subtle nod to the pen's name. The ink is a beautiful interpretation of the pen. The custom blended Ferris Wheel Press ink is a deep, rich blue that is perfect for writing letters, journaling, or taking notes. And finally, the packaging for the Nebulous Plume is just as impressive as the pen and ink. The galactic themed box features rocket ships, astronaut animals, and stargazing.
Introducing the Esterbrook Butterfly Book Holder! A handy little friend to keep your book open and your friends free to write, sketch, and create.
The perfect size for any journal, these book holders are built to be as beautiful as they are functional. With dazzling enameled wings in either yellow or teal, there’s a butterfly for anyone’s desk who wants to add a little bit of joy this Spring season!
Introducing the Esterbrook Butterfly Book Holder! A handy little friend to keep your book open and your friends free to write, sketch, and create.
The perfect size for any journal, these book holders are built to be as beautiful as they are functional. With dazzling enameled wings in either yellow or teal, there’s a butterfly for anyone’s desk who wants to add a little bit of joy this Spring season!
There is something magical about tropical rainforests. They’re secluded, mysterious, and teeming with life. At every turn – from under a leaf to in a tree branch, one can find an entirely new ecosystem to explore.
As the weather gets warmer, we’re thinking of warmer days ahead and the adventures that come with them. With that, we’re excited to introduce you to our latest limited-edition Estie, the Rainforest. With its accents of greens and golds, this is a pen that not only looks beautiful, but is a constant reminder of the beauty that surrounds us throughout the world.
We are pleased to introduce you to Patience.
This newest addition to our desk accessories collection is
your new desk buddy, friend, and confidant. Oh, and most importantly, a pen rest!
Our antique brass tortoise sits elegantly on your desk, holding any of your prized pens where you can easily admire them. It also serves as a reminder that if we are methodical and steady, we will emerge triumphant and that having a little fortitude can make all the difference.
We’ve created this small, but mighty protector of your daily writers whether you require some patience, or you think it would make the perfect gift and sentiment for someone else.
Patience will hold three pens and has a shell caddy for ink cartridges, paper clips, whatever you wish. All of this and a virtue to boot. Who could ask for more?
This six-slotted pen roll means your pens will be traveling in style and comfort. Think of it as a first-class ticket for your pens during your commute.
- Durable canvas exterior with contrast suede trim
- Exterior outside pocket for pocket size journal
- Soft suede interior lining. Available in three colors, including Army Green, Navy Blue and British Tan
- Leather string wrap
- Six slot pen holder for large and small size pens
- Protective top flap cover to protect pens when rolled
- Vintage Steel Pens logo patch
This six-slotted pen roll means your pens will be traveling in style and comfort. Think of it as a first-class ticket for your pens during your commute.
- Durable canvas exterior with contrast suede trim
- Exterior outside pocket for pocket size journal
- Soft suede interior lining. Available in three colors, including Army Green, Navy Blue and British Tan
- Leather string wrap
- Six slot pen holder for large and small size pens
- Protective top flap cover to protect pens when rolled
- Vintage Steel Pens logo patch
Because of their keen ability to thrive and adapt to new situations, the tree frog is seen as a symbol of good luck. With this in mind, we hope you'll find inspiration in this desk accessory to thrive, adapt, and overcome any obstacle in your way! Use it as a page clip to keep your journal open for all-day creating, writing, and sketching while keeping in mind the resilience of the tree frog throughout the day.