Best case or wrap for three pens ??

[Jay Mann]

I want to start travelling with my fave three pens (when travel exists again) and I can't seem to find a suitable case or wrap. For that matter, which is better? I have a 149 and a Diplomat. Gong to add a LAMY soon and another MB.

 

Any thoughts?

 

J

 

[A Smug Dill]

1 hour ago, Jay Mann said:

I can't seem to find a suitable case or wrap.

 

But how exactly aren't the ones you know about suitable for your specific requirements? Not large enough? Not snug enough? Not tough enough? Not soft enough? Not black enough? Not green enough? Not vegan enough? 

 

1 hour ago, Jay Mann said:

For that matter, which is better?

 

That depends on your specific requirements and use cases, and how you assess merit or what constitutes 'good'.

[Jay Mann]

I suppose it's hard to find ones that accommodate the 149 and aren't too bulky. Guess I'm just fishing for brands that may have selection and are liked and recommended by the members.

[pearlfox]

My meager experience on that front is that a Visconti leather case could handle up to a Pelikan M1000 but a Stipula Etruria's a smidge too wide for it, and has lasted well for about 20 years.  Sorry, don't have either of your current pens to compare to.

[Driften]

I use a Nock company lockout 3 pen case. It works for most all size pens. No problem with a MB 149, Nakaya Dorsal fin, etc. The only pen I have that won't fit is an Emperor...

[OCArt]

I have this Pilot brand three pen case in brown and love it. 

[A Smug Dill]

12 hours ago, Jay Mann said:

I suppose it's hard to find ones that accommodate the 149 and aren't too bulky.

 

I have no idea how large the 149 is. The Platinum Izumo Tamenuri is the largest (or at least longest) pen in my collection, and the Visconti Dreamtouch (6-pen and 12-pen) and DiLoro (2-pen) cases will accommodate it. Awesome Italian leather pen cases they are; and there are 3-pen versions of those cases, and I assume they allow equally space for each pen as their siblings do.

[almoore]

I would suggest either the Pilot Pensemble https://www.stiloestile.it/en/pen-cases/pilot-pensemble-rotolo-portapenne-in-pelle-5-posti-marrone - I got mine via a Japanese eBay seller but sometimes Amazon have them at competitive prices.

 

or the Visconti Dreamtouch https://www.penbox.co.uk/visconti.pen.cases.htm if you like this one make sure you get the old version with the silver metal logo, the newer version without the silver logo is not supposed to be as good.

 

 

[MoriartyR]

1 hour ago, almoore said:

or the Visconti Dreamtouch https://www.penbox.co.uk/visconti.pen.cases.htm if you like this one make sure you get the old version with the silver metal logo, the newer version without the silver logo is not supposed to be as good.

 

What have you heard about the new Visconti cases that isn’t as good as the old Dreamtouch ones? I have a couple of the new ones and they are excellent, in my opinion, but I don’t have an old one. I think I prefer the new design over the old one with the flap.

 

[Carrau]

I have a Galen Leather 5 pen case which easily handles a MB 149.  They make a 3 pen case, as well as other sizes, and come in a variety of colors.  So far the quality has been very good, and turn around time for orders was very satisfactory for me.  Looking at the specs, the 3 pen case is not quite as long as the 5 pen model I have.  By the cited specs, a 149 should fit but it may be a bit snug.  If interested, I would read the reviews or contact them-they have a responsive customer service, and I’m sure they would know if the 149 would fit the smaller case.  They’re also available through Vanness pen shop. (vanness1938.com).

https://www.galenleather.com/products/leather-zippered-5-slots-pen-case-crazy-horse

[sgphototn]

2 hours ago, almoore said:

I would suggest either the Pilot Pensemble https://www.stiloestile.it/en/pen-cases/pilot-pensemble-rotolo-portapenne-in-pelle-5-posti-marrone - I got mine via a Japanese eBay seller but sometimes Amazon have them at competitive prices.

 

or the Visconti Dreamtouch https://www.penbox.co.uk/visconti.pen.cases.htm if you like this one make sure you get the old version with the silver metal logo, the newer version without the silver logo is not supposed to be as good.

 

 

I have the Pilot Pensemble and it suites my needs better than a hard case or zippered case. Bought from Amazon, shipped from Japan, cost about $60 US. Well-made, very soft no-scratch interior, handles pens up to 6.5 inches easily. I like that the pens are fully covered and can't touch each other. Plus, the pockets are big enough to hold an Pineider ink travel container.

[Karmachanic]

Van Der Spek get good reviews. They will work with you on sizing.

[Jay Mann]

This is all terrific. Thanks so much

[SpecTP]

I have several, the most used are:

tool wrap from Allegory Leather Co. https://www.allegorygoods.com/all-products/writing-tool-wrap

Nock Co Sinclair 3 pen case https://nockco.com/cases/sinclair

 

both work with my Conid Kingsize Bulkfiller, Homo Sapien, 149's.

[Overlord]

I've been using a Galen Leather three pen case for a couple of years now. The case closes securely and protects the pens well. It's also very well made and holds up to daily use. The slots are medium sized but stretch easily when used with thicker pens. The case even comes with a wooden stick to stretch the slots before use with larger pens. 

 

I currently use it with a Pilot VP, a Diplomat Aero and a Pelikan M405. They all fit well.

[Aysedasi]

On 4/7/2021 at 1:28 PM, Carrau said:

I have a Galen Leather 5 pen case which easily handles a MB 149.  They make a 3 pen case, as well as other sizes, and come in a variety of colors.  So far the quality has been very good, and turn around time for orders was very satisfactory for me.  Looking at the specs, the 3 pen case is not quite as long as the 5 pen model I have.  By the cited specs, a 149 should fit but it may be a bit snug.  If interested, I would read the reviews or contact them-they have a responsive customer service, and I’m sure they would know if the 149 would fit the smaller case.  They’re also available through Vanness pen shop. (vanness1938.com).

https://www.galenleather.com/products/leather-zippered-5-slots-pen-case-crazy-horse

 

 

These look good and the price doesn't break the bank either...... 

[149OBB]

I make this for a friend

 

 

 

 

https://tradisign.blogspot.com/2020/04/

[TitoThePencilPimp]

Can anyone tell me if the Galen Leather 3-5 pen flap cover pen case has individual slots that fully cover the  fountain pen? 

[Karmachanic]

23 minutes ago, TitoThePencilPimp said:

Can anyone tell me if the Galen Leather 3-5 pen flap cover pen case has individual slots that fully cover the  fountain pen? 

 

Yes it does. I prefer the better quality of Lupus.  Very accomodating in terms of sizing.

 

to add: Here's a review:

 

[SpecTP]

On 1/18/2022 at 2:25 AM, TitoThePencilPimp said:

Can anyone tell me if the Galen Leather 3-5 pen flap cover pen case has individual slots that fully cover the  fountain pen?