Conklin

Conklin

Their Team

Conklin was originally founded by Roy Conklin in Toledo, Ohio, and today the brand is owned and operated by Yafa Brands. The modern Conklin team works across design, engineering, and production to reinterpret historic models using contemporary materials and German JoWo nibs. The focus remains on preserving the brand’s heritage while meeting the expectations of today’s writers and collectors.

Our Team

Their Story

Established in 1898, Conklin is one of the oldest and most historically significant American pen brands. It rose to fame with innovations such as the Crescent Filler, which made fountain pens more practical and reliable for everyday use. After periods of dormancy, the brand was revived in the modern era and reintroduced to a new generation of writers. Today, Conklin blends over a century of history with modern manufacturing and materials.

Our Story

Conklin patented the first practical self-filling fountain pen, which used a crescent-shaped metal piece to depress an ink sac. Then in 1903, celebrated author, Mark Twain becomes Conklin’s spokesperson, calling the Crescent Filler a “profanity saver” since it can’t roll off a desk.

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