Handcrafted Pens
Truly Against the Grain offers handcrafted pens that are full of character, beautifully designed, and built to last. Located in Fort Dodge, Iowa.
You can check us out on FACEBOOK or click below to check out our current selection of handcrafted pens!
Why Truly Against The Grain?
In my 1913 brick home, oak graces the floors, windows, and doors, boasting timeless charm. Downstairs, an old ShopSmith, like the one my grandpa owned, stands ready. With this 30-year-old machine, some hand tools, and creativity, raw wood takes shape, transforming it into handcrafted treasures. The beauty of these items is watching a scrap piece of wood transform into something useful when a chisel, sandpaper, and polish goes against the grain of the wood. This process exposes what was hidden all along, and it’s truly remarkable.
As someone who does their best to live against the grain, 10% of every handmade item sold on this site goes to charities and organizations doing important work. Yes, you read that correctly. $10 of every $100 spent on handmade items will go to people who are helping people. It’s a concept that goes “truly against the grain.” With each purchase, you are making a difference in someone’s life. Thanks for your support and for being truly against the grain.
– Josh Carmody, Founder
Charities and Organizations
Here are the charities and organizations that we give to because of your purchase! When you buy a pen, the donation will go to one of our chosen charities. Can’t decide where it should go? We will split it evenly between them. We give to some great charities!
Buy A Pen
Click “Buy A Pen” to purchase a pen that is already made. Buy one today and we will ship it out right away. Click “Contact Us” for more information about making a custom pen, bulk pricing, and any other questions or requests that you might have!
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“I figured a good pen would be a great investment! And I was right & I’m sooo glad I did invest. The pen is beautifully crafted! In love with the feel, how it writes, the heaviness to it, and even the smell is awesome! LOL Had no idea one could be that cool!”
Tonya N.
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“Your precision is what makes these so unique! I absolutely love mine! The pen is so comfortable to hold and flows amazingly! Thank you!!!”
Dawn c.
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“Trust me, as a nurse pens matter! I’ve used the same zebra fine point pen for over 25 years…and do not touch it…until I received this in the mail. Love it! Fits the hand great, barrel is perfect size! Buy 1 or 5!”
Tracey G.