6 Stationary Products Business Success Stories [2023]
Here are some real life success stories of starting a stationary products business:
1. Everyman ($720K/year)
James Montgomery (from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, USA) started Everyman about 7 years ago.
My name is James Montgomery, and I am the owner and CEO of Everyman. Everyman is an everyday carry (EDC) eCommerce company that focuses on providing premium products for men. Our main products are wallets, pens, travel packs, and EDC tools. Over the last three years, we have become best known for the Grafton Pen and the Hideout Pack.
Last October we completed a major revamp of our brand and website. We are currently producing about $60,000 per month in revenue and plan to continue growing our product line.
2. Everyman
Everyday. Better. Tools for your everyday grind. Home of the Hideout Pack, Grafton Pen, Holden Wallet, & Porter Key Multi-tool 2.0.
- Estimated revenue: $60K/month
- Website traffic: 50K/month
- Business rank: #320K
Check out their full website ➜
Learn more about starting a stationary products business:
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-> How much does it cost to start a stationary products business?
-> Pros and cons of a stationary products business
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-> Examples of established stationary products business
-> Marketing ideas for a stationary products business
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4. Goldspot Pens
Goldspot Pens is a leading retailer of fountain pens and ink, ballpoint pens, rollerball, mechanical pencils and notebooks, from brands including Pelikan, Waterman, Parker, Pilot Pen, Lamy, Kaweco, Rhodia and many more.
- Website traffic: 180K/month
- Business rank: #346K
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5. Tokyo Pen Shop, Fine Japanese Pens and Stationery
Tokyo Pen Shop : - Correction Products Notebooks Mechanical Pencils Fine Liners / Markers Ballpoint Pens Gel Ink Pens Multi-Function Pens Pencil Lead Pen Cases Highlighters Accoutrements Brush and Lettering Pens Gifting Custom Multis Fountain Pens Japanese Tape D-Clips Wooden Pencils Mini and Slim Pens Pen Sets Refills Traveler's Notebook Frixion Whiteboard Limited Edition Stickers Manga Watercolor milloo Bags 2021 Planners Hiro's Warehouse Deals japanese pens, gel pens, shop, online shopping
- Website traffic: 110K/month
- Business rank: #506K
Check out their full website ➜
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