Dylanstephenpens Reviews 

435
TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Evaluating 73 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the exceptionally prompt and secure payment process, noting that funds are transferred directly into personal bank accounts immediately after items arrive. Consumers highlight that the staff members are extremely knowledgeable, exceptionally friendly, and quick to respond to all messages and inquiries. A few other people also felt that although sending valuable items off initially requires trust, the clear and straightforward process makes the transaction completely worthwhile. People are consistently pleased that the delivered items perfectly match their accurate descriptions, arriving safely with careful protective packaging and professional presentation.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

My fourth fountain pen from Dylan Stephen Pens. As always an impeccable transaction in every respect. Glorious pen, very good price, prompt, helpful comms, well presented on arrival and top serv... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sold my pens! Communicated via WhatsApp which suited me better, rather than form filling. Very quick response and fair price offered for my pens. Posted them via the service recommended with Royal M... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was really pleased with this service. I submitted the on-line form and uploaded a few pictures of my pen, and had a prompt and fair offer by return. Stephen answered my questions very promptly so... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I would like to share my experience selling and buying pens from Dylanstephenpens. The pens you buy are authentic and accurately described. They came in one day of purchasing them, packed very... See more


Company details

  1. Gift Shop
  2. Collectibles Store

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We buy and sell luxury new and pre owned pens. To sell your pen call 07717753065


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

435 reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A great experience selling a few pens

A great experience selling a few pens. Emailed in to get a price, agreed a fair and reasonable amount. Posted, received next day and monies in my account within half a day. Correspondence was handled in a professional and friendly manner. I have no hesitation recommending for the future.

26 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Excellent customer service

Excellent customer service

I ordered a 1990s Montblanc 149 from Dylan Stephens Pens. It was posted promptly and arrived the next working day.

I had been a little unsure before hand because the pictures on the website looked like the gold plating on the clip and band might be slightly chipped but Steve assured me via WhatsApp that wasn't the case and indeed when the pen arrived it was utterly pristine save for some dried ink in the pen that needed to be cleaned.

Unfortunately after cleaning and filling the pen I discovered that there was a small amount of ink seeping through a seem in the grip. A look online shows this isn't entirely uncommon on older model 149s but I messaged Steve with a video showing the issue and he instantly agreed to my choice of replacement or exchange (exchange being subject to availability of similar items).

I can't fault Steve for the issue with the pen, these things happen especially when purchasing used items. What stands out is how quickly and professionally he sought to resolve the issue. If only everyone offered this level of customer service.

--- UPDATE: Possibly reselling pens known to be faulty

While my experience with Dylan Stephens was excellent, I was concerned to discover that after returning the leaky pen it was immediately relisted and resold. I found out when I spotted someone celebrating their New Pen Day on r/fountainpens and recognised the description and box. After talking with the Reddit poster we were able to confirm it was the same pen.

I want to give Dylan Stephens the benefit of the doubt. Maybe it was a common issue that they have the knowledge and experience to resolve quickly (the Reddit poster never confirmed with me whether he was able to replicate the issue I had), though I would then ask why they didn't suggest that they might be able to fix the pen when I first raised the issue with them.

19 March 2025
Unprompted review
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Reply from Dylanstephenpens

To clarify no I don’t sell pens known to be faulty, why would I as i would then have the hassle of refunding 2x customers and the expense of refunding their return shipping twice.
On this occasion i received the pen I sold to you back I then tested the pen but couldn’t detect any leaks as you had suggested so listed it again.
I thought it may of been a remorse purchase as this is fairly common.
When the pen sold for the second time same issue it was leaking so I accepted the return again refunded the buyer and reimbursed his return shipping fee.
My mistake the pen was leaking and I missed this fault.
Hope this clears things up
Steve

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trustworthy

This is our second business interaction with Steve and what makes him stand out is his trustworthiness and responsiveness. Thank you Steve for the ease of our transactions and prompt responses to questions or concerns.

18 March 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sale of Montblanc pen set

Agreed fair price with Stephen for sale of my late father’s Montblanc pen set. Excellent communication throughout the transaction and prompt payment made as promised. Very pleasant experience and highly recommended.

28 February 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Montblanc pen set

I agreed a fair price with Stephen for my Montblanc pen and pencil set and he paid immediately upon receipt. Highly recommended buyer.

25 February 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trustworthy, fast and efficient

Super quick to respond on enquiry and provided a very fair quote. Trustworthy buyer who transferred payment as soon as items received. Would highly recommend!

7 February 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A seamless business transaction

A seamless business transaction! Steve responded to all texts rapidly and provided answers to all questions. He was even open to upping his initial offer. My pen was sent Special Delivery and arrived the very next day. Steve paid in full immediately and texted me to say he’d done so. A pleasure to do business with - highly recommended!!

29 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really simple process and transaction

Really simple process and transaction. Contacted online sent a few pictures and was offered a price same day.

Sent items and as soon as received the money was in my account within 30 mins.

Really happy and would definitely recommend

27 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A very trusted company and people

I sent my pens on Friday and money in the bank on Saturday, seamless transaction and very fair price given, you send your valuables with confidence, and plus Stephen is a very nice person to deal with, overall happy with my experience!

25 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

A Pleasure to deal with!

I spotted Steve on-line and after sending photos of the pens, Steve quickly quoted me a very reasonable offer; I sent the pens by recorded delivery and the money arrived in my account as soon as Steve got the package! Very good service; prompt and good communication.
A pleasure to deal with!

24 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class experience

I messaged yesterday, a very swift response from Steve, sent pictures he gave me a price, sent them yesterday afternoon and was promptly paid this morning, I cannot recommend enough the 5* service that was given to me by this business

22 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great service

Great service, contacted Monday, discussed offer Monday, agreed price, sent pen off Tuesday and received payment Wednesday.
Couldn’t ask for more.

22 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Wanted to sell a couple of pens that I no longer used sent photos via WhatsApp got the quote very quickly and a fair price. Sent via special delivery and the payment was made within an hour of receipt!

Excellent service and highly recommended

Thank you

3 January 2025
Unprompted review
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent!

Always excellent service over a number of Sales. Now looking to make a purchase from a trusted organisation.

1 October 2024
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