Writing instruments are so ‘yesterday’. No need for them anymore.
Worse! Them thangs are for cursive!
I never was worth a damn at cursive, being left-handed and “corrected” by stupid teachers. Anything with ink in it resulted in a smeary mess, so I was happy to take a typing class in high school (90% female to boot!) and nowadays I have to write about one check a month and have to concentrate to remember how to do it.
There’s probably demand enough for one fountain pen manufacturer in the world. Parker Pen in Janesville WI has long since diversified and became an automotive supplier.
It still works for handwritten post-its, signs, and comments on documents. The handwriting, paper, and pens make all the difference.
A signature on an award, certification, or report stands out when done well and looks terrible when done poorly.
A fountain pen adds nuances to the lettering due to the changing width and pressure while writing, which a ball point pen or a computer can't match. It's like comparing single color paint on a car to one that fades from lighter to darker shades.