Friday is an informal trading day at the DC Pen Show and our opportunity to get everything set up in not quite so rushed an environment as when we have to do it Sat AM before the show starts. Plus we get to have coherent conversations with people because it's not quite as busy as on Saturday and Sunday.

Saturday is pure chaos at the DC Pen Show, the aisles are filled with people and it's just non-stop pen collecting nirvana all day long!

The Pendemonium Crew at the Show!
Frank, Rick, Bill, Pam and Sam




Rhodia and Clairefontaine galore




Pen collectors queue waiting for the doors to open Saturday AM




Saturday in DC




Ink Testing Station in Lobby




Paper & Ink Arts Exhibit




Just a few of Paul Sameth's extensive desk set collection




A nice display of hand turned pens




Catching up with pen friends is an important part of a pen show




Jack Leone and Rick Horne

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The show is calmer on Sunday, but there is still no lack of pens or people! Frank took most of the photos below from a balcony that overlooks the main ballroom.

It's always fun, and yes a little tiring at this show, but we love it! You get to see so many people and lots of pens, too. Thanks to all of you who stopped by to shop and to visit. See you at the DC Show in 2008!