Scribo Feel Dutch Pen Show 2026 Exclusive: A Ruthenium Beauty With a Stellar Stub

Introduction

Some limited editions are worth the attention they get, and the Scribo Feel created for the 2026 Dutch Pen Show is a good example of why. It arrived in three metal finishes, with the ruthenium version offering that deep, dark, gunmetal-like look that many collectors find hard to resist. The theme for the show was love letters, and the pen was limited to just 69 pieces.

It is a large, faceted resin pen with a piston filling system and an 18K gold nib, and in the configuration shown here it is a genuinely lovely writer. The price, at $1,321.89 Canadian through the Yossegood website, puts it firmly in collector territory, though the code “friend” offers a 10% discount that makes a meaningful difference at this level. Below is a full look at what you get, how it writes, and what you should weigh before committing.

What’s in the Box

Presentation is handled well. The outer cardboard sleeve slides off to reveal a box with a magnetic closure and a leather strap. Inside, you get a cotton pen sleeve that holds two pens, so you can pick up a second pen and still use the same sleeve. A polishing cloth, a protective pen sleeve, and paperwork round it out: a long sheet covering use, maintenance, filling instructions, and warranty details in both Italian and English, plus a warranty card you can send in.

It is a complete, considered unboxing experience that matches the price point without feeling wasteful.

Design and Build

The material was designed by Tim McKenzie of McKenzie Pen Works, and it shows. The faceted body does a beautiful job of showing off the depth of the resin, and the pen show references on part of the trim give it a sense of occasion. The cap finial carries the Dutch Pen Show logo, the clip works well in practice, and the center band reads “Scribo” on one side and “love letters” on the other.

The ruthenium finish is the standout detail for anyone drawn to darker hardware. Silver trim and gold trim versions also exist, and rose gold has appeared on other show exclusives, but there is something quietly special about that dark gunmetal tone.

Writing Performance

The test unit came with an 18K stub nib in ruthenium, engraved with “feel the writing” and “Scribo,” paired with an ebonite feed. Scribo’s nib range is impressive: extra fine, fine, medium, broad, stub, double broad, and triple broad in 18K, plus flex in extra fine, fine, and beyond. Double broads and triple broads are becoming genuinely difficult to find, and few companies still offer a stub option at all.

In use, the stub is stellar. Line variation is generous and arrives naturally, with no pressure needed. The nib is quite crisp, almost italic-like, and keeps up with a wet, consistent ink flow. Slow, deliberate writing rewards you most; fast writing with a stub demands careful alignment with the paper. Reverse writing is usually an unhappy pairing with stubs, though this one gets away with a little. There is even room for light calligraphic flourishes.

A caution: the nibs are made on Omas nib-making machines and are quite soft, so they do spring. Apply pressure for line variation and you may squeeze out a little extra, but you risk damage. If flex is what you want, buy the flex nib instead.

Things to Consider Before Buying

The most practical criticism is the lack of an ink window. The resin is not translucent, and on a piston filler you cannot easily unscrew the section to check ink levels, so you have no idea how much ink remains. Some would argue a window would spoil the lines of the pen, and that is a fair trade-off to be aware of.

The section has a step down from the barrel, which not everyone loves. It is a long section that tapers a bit, and there is enough usable space for a comfortable grip, but if you dislike steps, test before you buy.

Price is the other consideration. At $1,321.89 Canadian, this is an expensive pen. It is limited, it sits in the collector’s market, and you do get a lot of pen for the money, but nobody would call it cheap. It is worth noting that this year’s exclusive lineup also included a somewhat more affordable option.

Buying Advice

If you love a stub nib, expressive line variation, and show-exclusive materials, this pen delivers on nearly every front. The writing experience alone justifies a close look. Piston filling, faceted resin, ruthenium hardware, and a genuinely delicious nib add up to a pen that feels worth owning rather than merely displaying.

If an ink window is essential to you, or if the price pushes past your comfort zone, wait. The same show lineup included a more affordable exclusive, and a finer nib may suit you better if fast writing or reverse writing matter. But for collectors and stub enthusiasts, this is a pen worth hunting down.

Conclusion

The Scribo Feel Dutch Pen Show 2026 edition is a beautiful, well-made writer with one of the more enjoyable stub nibs available, wrapped in gorgeous faceted resin with tasteful ruthenium trim. The missing ink window and the steep price are real drawbacks, but the writing quality, nib range, and presentation make a strong case. For those drawn to limited-edition pens that earn their keep on paper, this one is easy to recommend.