Though it's an obsolete writing utensil today, the quill pen remains a symbol of education, literature, and artistic expression.

We Tried Writing With a Quill, and Here's What We Learned

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T hough it's an obsolete writing utensil today, the quill pen remains a symbol of education, literature, and artistic expression. But what is it actually like to write with one? To answer that question, we turned to the internet for authentic supplies and expert advice, and set out scribbling. Here's what we learned from the experience.

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