Does the pencil holster fit other brands?

The holster accommodates standard-diameter pencils, so you can use alternatives once the included pencil is spent.

Will the silver gilding rub off with use?

Gilded edges can show wear over time, especially if the notebook is frequently handled or stored loosely in bags. Treating it gently helps preserve the finish.

Can I buy extra pencils separately?

The brand typically offers matching pencils for each volume as standalone purchases, though availability depends on stock for this limited edition.

Is the paper fountain pen friendly?

The 100 GSM weight resists feathering and bleed-through with most fountain pens, though very wet nibs or heavily saturated inks may show minor ghosting.

Blackwing Volume 343 Notebook

The 3-second version

A5 format with 160 pages of 100 GSM ruled paper
Color bar cover inspired by broadcast test patterns
Silver-gilded page edges that reference CRT static
Ruled pages only, no blank or grid
Limited edition may not restock
Silver gilding may show wear with heavy handling

Why it's on GiftsFeed

Ruled notebook with TV test pattern cover and matching pencil

Most ruled notebooks stop at functional: plain cover, white pages, maybe a ribbon. This one treats the format as a canvas for visual storytelling, with color bars that reference a specific moment in media history and gilded edges that catch light like screen static. That approach rewards anyone who sees their notebooks as objects worth keeping, not just tools to fill and discard. If you collect limited runs, display stationery on a desk, or simply prefer gear that sparks conversation, the broadcast theme delivers more presence than another black moleskin.

Good gift when

People who collect themed or limited-edition stationery
Anyone who values notebook design as much as function
Writers and note-takers who prefer ruled paper
Fans of broadcast television history and retro media

Skip it if If you need blank or dot-grid pages, this ruled format won't suit sketching or flexible layouts.

Specs

Size: A5 (148 x 210 mm)
Page Count: 160 pages
Paper Weight: 100 GSM
Paper Ruling: Ruled
Page Edge Finish: Silver gilded
Included Accessories: Vol. 343 pencil

What's included

Vol. 343 notebook
Vol. 343 pencil

If you're giving it

No sizing to guess
Arrives ready to give

The themed cover and included pencil make it ready to present without additional wrapping.

The details

This ruled notebook pairs a color bar cover with 160 pages of writing space and silver-gilded edges that recall static on cathode ray tube screens. The design pays homage to broadcast television and its era, when technical test patterns signaled the start and end of programming.

The A5 format measures 148 by 210 millimeters, offering portable space for daily notes, project tracking, or journaling without the bulk of a standard letter-size book. The ruled paper runs 100 GSM, providing a smooth surface that resists bleed-through from most pens.

Silver gilding wraps the page edges, creating a shimmering finish when the notebook is closed. The effect references the visual noise that filled early television sets when no signal was present, tying the exterior detail to the broadcast theme.

A matching pencil comes loaded in the holster on the spine, keeping writing tools within reach and completing the themed set. The holster holds standard-diameter pencils securely, so you can swap in alternatives as the original wears down.

Each notebook in this edition is numbered and produced in a single run, making it a collectible item for those who value design-forward stationery or follow the brand's themed releases. The ruled format suits structured note-taking, list-making, and any task where consistent line spacing matters.

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Blackwing Volume 343 Notebook

A5 limited-edition journal inspired by broadcast television, complete with silver-gilded edges

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The 3-second version

A5 format with 160 pages of 100 GSM ruled paper
Color bar cover inspired by broadcast test patterns
Silver-gilded page edges that reference CRT static
Ruled pages only, no blank or grid
Limited edition may not restock
Silver gilding may show wear with heavy handling

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Questions

Does the pencil holster fit other brands?: The holster accommodates standard-diameter pencils, so you can use alternatives once the included pencil is spent.
Will the silver gilding rub off with use?: Gilded edges can show wear over time, especially if the notebook is frequently handled or stored loosely in bags. Treating it gently helps preserve the finish.
Can I buy extra pencils separately?: The brand typically offers matching pencils for each volume as standalone purchases, though availability depends on stock for this limited edition.
Is the paper fountain pen friendly?: The 100 GSM weight resists feathering and bleed-through with most fountain pens, though very wet nibs or heavily saturated inks may show minor ghosting.