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Author: József Barkóczi

Professional firefighter, mechanical engineer, his main area of expertise is automotive technology. He utilizes his professional studies in the natural science and technical foundational training of firefighters and in the operator training of the vehicles they use. His love for fountain pens and writing instruments began in elementary school, and he has passionately used them since 2018, primarily interested in Italian-made ones, but his collection also includes Japanese, German, and American models.

Memories of the Christmas „pen caress” New Year.

Posted on 2024.01.04.2024.01.04. By Barkóczi József

This is how the December meeting of writing instrument collectors took place, or many good people can fit in a small space…

„Dolce Vita” Aurora style…

Posted on 2023.12.18.2023.12.18. By Barkóczi József

An unmistakable Italian lifestyle – discover the magical world of Aurora fountain pens!

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