Sarge I think everyone on here is up there in years. The youngsters are all on Reddit and social media. When I bring up boards to some of the guys in their 20's and 30's they look at me like I am crazy.
Nothing wrong with the pens. I cut my teeth on Nord pens. Those things were great!
I know brother. That response was just my lame attempt at humor.
I think you and Frig would be perfect choices for testing out new "gear".
You both have tons of experience with different compounds and would give good honest opinions of anything you try.
Peace, ~D.