Inks, Inc. A place to discuss anything fountain pen related including pencils, paper, seals, calligraphy, brush pens etc. Mar 1, 2023 It is the reason why I&39;m so keen on the idea of a personal library of pens, nibs, inks, paper products, etc. Best of luck, Yours, Randal. It is a very flexible but is also a left oblique double broad. She is only interested in pens she can use, not overly ornate, display items. 28 Suitable for fine numbers and characters, suitable for book entry. I know this sounds vague, but some resin pens feel brittle and cheap. You are able to export at any time and leave the service at any time. 1This group is founded and maintained by the Admin and Moderators team of the Fountain Pen Network webforum. LocationFulham, London UK. Moderators Kalessin, jamesgibby. Flourish . I have other pens which I prefer both in terms of appearance and how they write. 34 Because the pen tip is soft, you can write a little thick character by brush pressure. Jul 7, 2010 Reviews are in alphabetical order by brand and color name within the brand. Thank you very much Namrehsnoom for surprising me with a travel miniature set of 5 Jacques Herbin inks. Pelikan is one of the best-known European pen-makers, with a long history dating all the way back to 1832 when the company was founded in Hanover, Germany. Thanks much. Moderators inkdesigner, richardandtracy, Carrie, Ron Z, fuchsiaprincess. People needing wall-painters may skip to the next posting. Oct 13, 2021 The ideos has a narrower section than the aion when gripping since the ridge will be at the top. If you do not see a review of an ink here, but would like to see a good sized color swatch, member Martin Roberts has provided two wonderful tools on his website. They made a short spurt of pens (possibly 50) and then apparently made more later, hawking them alternately as the Voyager Club Corno (1998) and as the Honey Almond Kaleido. Mar 21. I tried searching both "fountain pen network" and just "network" but all that came up was this post, and posts from two weeks ago and before about the ongoing classified issue, and a much earlier outage. Pilot Elite "E95S". The colour fails to convince me, and the ink has some issues with lower quality paper. I expected it to be a lot toothier for that price, but I was very surprised when I started writing with it. Aug 9, 2019 Judging by the samples in several threads over at FountainPenNetwork, I feel that Sailor nibs are closer to Pilot than Platinum in width (Platinum seems to be a bit finer in both F and M), but comments seem to suggest that in feel and feedback they are closer to Platinum than Pilot. Moderators inkdesigner, richardandtracy, Carrie, Ron Z, fuchsiaprincess. The Sanford product range now includes Parker Pens, Paper Mate, Berol, Waterman, Rotring and Sanford. LocationSydney, Australia. Most German nibs tend to the juicy, wet side of the spectrum. The Fountain Pen Network Facebook Group (FPN FB) is the largest fountain pen users and collectors discussion group on Facebook, originally created on September 3rd, 2008 by Mrs. For a number of years, this online forum has been the dominant source of pen-related information and community. Yes, the Jinhao 159 is equipped with a No. Posted February 14, 2013. Market Watch. Flourish . 2 weeks later. Pen reviews are posted here. The fountain pen that arrives at the pit stop today is the Lamy CP1. So as long as that ticks the boxes, its a win win On 7242021 at 907 AM, bunnspecial said In practice, I don&39;t see a lot of difference in writingappearance between M and F other than, obviously, Ms being generally wider than Fs. So, was wondering if there is a list of the PenBBS pens that is compatible with Jowo & Bock No. Well, they&39;re up on Cult Pens Parker Ingenuity Fountain Pen Blue with Gold Trim (cultpens. I think that Cult is currently offering a 10 discount for FPD. Writing Instruments; 1. The folks there are super helpful with beginners, so if you have a question, ask. 2024 Arkansas Pen Show. On my 75, the cap snaps on without leaving any gap between. Pen reviews are posted here. 34 0. I hate dealing with filling system, so i often look for pen that could be eyedropper converted, like Noodler's Ahab or Nemosine Singularity. Waterman Carene Stub. This Excel spreadsheet is something I created to document my collection and keep track of how often pens were getting used. That personal and personable touch is one of the reasons I am a repeat customer. I&39;m a semi-newbie with nine pens, the most expensive one being a Cross, and am thinking of asking Santa for either the rose or white Venus if I can find out a little more about them. Just lack of line variation and could be more fun. I am extremely impressed by the pens. The Paper Plane Tomoe River 52 gsm (Sanzen vs Original) I've been enjoying this little corner of the web for some time now, mainly focusing on inks and pens. Never had a problem with them behaving. Whether you are looking for a vintage Duofold, a modern Sonnet, or anything in between, you will find it here. 7,645 topics in this forum. Its made of 23k palladium. Anilinephenylamine has an. Diamine Dark Forest (150th Anniversary II) The ink maker from Liverpool is one of the staple brands in ink-land. This causes surface tension in water or. It even takes Lamy (and Parker) cartridges. I am looking for a needlepoint fountain pen to replace the Sakura Microns 0. Parker Quink ballpoint refills, rollerball refills, ink cartridges and bottled ink is also made in France. Share your information on good deals, special discounts, second hand gems you see in stores, good shops, good service, best places to buy, announcements of new pens, paper, inks and paraphernalia, or developments in our area (s) of (fountain pen) interest. But back to the Jinhao 100 and the reason I like it so much - it doesn&39;t seem to dry out. Goulet Pens provides fountain pen enthusiasts the most personal online shopping experience through comprehensive education, exemplary service, and products we believe in. The Aion weighs slightly more than the LX, Al-Star, Studio or Lamy 2000. 05 I keep wasting my money on. 7,645 topics in this forum. What it sounds like you're looking for is a western fine. Turquoise is described as greenish blue but most inks with that name are basically blue with one or very few dyes. More Writing Instruments. Looking for recommendations for a wet ink. A very well designed and made thread that only requires a 180 degree turn secures the lid very firmly in place. In December 2007 Pilot's created exclusive line of inks called Iroshizuku. International Pen Forums (Great for Making New Friends) 8. The Pelikan extra fine nib sprung, and the Goulet extra fine nib easily slipped into the Pelikan nib unit. In the meantime I wish the best to Dennis and his team. You'll find a Sailor EF new for around 90, 2nd hand you may just get one for your budget. Posted September 15, 2009 (edited) For all the reviews of the Lamy 2000 fountain pen, there doesn't seem to be too much information on the history of the 2000 line beyond the oft-repeated high points (released in '66, Gerd A. IMO Cross died a long time ago. Posted November 30, 2021. Market Watch. Posted November 30, 2021. Elaine Therese Maddox and based on the website forum www. March 23, 2024. Capillary action is the process of a liquid flowing in. 1This group is founded and maintained by the Admin and Moderators team of the Fountain Pen Network webforum. Appearance & Design (810) The appearance of this pen is very polarizing. I&39;ll post more photographs when I found some. I haven't tried all of them but so far the Iroshizuku inks I've tried were behaving flawlessly. Topics pertaining to politics, religion, philosophy, and social issues. Check the Sheaffer forum and ask the enthusiasts owners there. Posted February 10. Fountain Pen Brands from the Lands beyond the Great Wall. Market Watch. The Writing Desk "Colorama" allows you to see many brands within a given color category side-by-side. But back to the Jinhao 100 and the reason I like it so much - it doesn't seem to dry out. It's weird, but visconti is actually well regarded at the lowest end of their line. The Aurora 88 was sold in sets, this time coupled with a matching ball point. They are not as EF as my Sailor EFs but they are quite similar to my Sailor Fs - but wetter. Flag Posted March 7. International Pen Forums (Great for Making New Friends) 8. Rollerball Pens. com) and while it does look very nice, &163;259 is a little cheeky for a steel nib, although doubtless it will be French made and the fit and finish will be OK. Ink flow Tending towards the drier side of moderate in my otherwise wet-flowing Platinum 3776 pen. Announce, share and promote "real life" events and activities. I have not noticed price diffrence between the 14K and 18K however if you look here you will see that the MSRP of the alloy nibbed version is cheaper. A flat nib, omitting the normal round tip, intended for delicate shaded writing. As I havent used a wide variety of fountain pens, I am not familiar with 100 of the terms used to describe the behaviour of the nibs. 05 I keep wasting my money on. The blue uber luxury variant was lighter and nicer in the hand. Anyway you want to look at it, it's a Bentley vs a Rolls. I received this pen on 11 March 2021 and nevertheless decided to write a quick review for two reasons. Development of various handwriting systems, tips on improvement, etc. Take Tatum north from the loop 101 about 3. Jul 7, 2010 Reviews are in alphabetical order by brand and color name within the brand. Fountain Pen Brands from the Lands beyond the Great Wall. The folks there are super helpful with beginners, so if you have a question, ask. I've been writing with all my pens for awhile and now I'm itching to get into flex but would like some. A flat nib, omitting the normal round tip, intended for delicate shaded writing. But the pens are reliable, durable workhorses and are not as expensive as other brands. The folks there are super helpful with beginners, so if you have a question, ask. What are my options in the needlepoint category- using them for fine-line sketchingdrawing. For a pen nerd, there&x27;s endless pleasure in sharing one&x27;s collection of fountain pens, or "fps" as they&x27;re called on the Reddit board where they live when not at shows or events. You&39;re thinking of the queen&39;s royal warrant. Skeleton of a primer for a budding hobbyist. Primarily a Shanghai-based ballpoint pen factory but still made some fountain pens. 8 nib (40 mm long. Posted February 10. The thread pitch and depth and their distance from the front of the unit look different. Herbin distinguished itself from its competitors by offering a wide range of. 3 Cross - not the most exciting pens, apart from the Peerless. It can appear smaller than other fountain pens by the same maker. In the meantime I wish the best to Dennis and his team. Posted August 23, 2017. The nib was a bit sprung when I got the pen and was easy to straighten but after several tries at setting it, I have not got it to work well. I am starting with Bilt Matrix Ledger (90 GSM) paper that I bought yesterday at an arts supply sto. Feb 16, 2013 Fenghua . Posted February 26, 2018. Apr 15, 2022 Broad. Primarily a Shanghai-based ballpoint pen factory but still made some fountain pens. Like so many of us, I like the Pilot G2 rollerballs. Frequently Asked Questions. Consider getting using a converter. If you do a search (button on the upper right on my browser) on "Spencerian" you will find several posts on the styles you speak. It is not (yet) available in Namiki bottles. This Edelstein ink of the year 2022 with its blue-turquoise colour is not a must-have in my book. but having said that, finding things that. Because, perhaps, Pilots market strategists realize that Platinum Carbon Black dominates the market for those who want a well-behaved, truly waterproof fountain pen ink and theyre trying to grab some of that away from Platinum. Im a lefty and I dont get any smear with this ink. But back to the Jinhao 100 and the reason I like it so much - it doesn&39;t seem to dry out. happy to try different inks for different pens. Flag Posted June 24, 2020 (edited) Spencerian was not an original style of penmanship, so I tend to think that much of the background and philosophy is little more than romantic marketing (that has, nonetheless, endured and endeared people to the script). Hi Guys, Just having a look on eBay, an online retail shop selling the Meisterstuck 149 Red Gold. Brush Pens. Reviews are in alphabetical order by brand and color name within the brand. I can't seem to find a good source for when the regular. Share your information on good deals, special discounts, second hand gems you see in stores, good shops, good service, best places to buy, announcements of new pens, paper, inks and paraphernalia, or developments in our area (s) of (fountain pen) interest. Excellent for general writing to produce a thicker width. The design of 85 is a little bit different than the classic 51. The descriptions of the nib sizes are put up by the seller of the pen as an indication. You have been warned. Fountain pen revolution sell same nibs unbranded. And, it is. Homemade Traditional Iron Gall Inks (fiberdrunk) Ink And Basil Tea (ParkersandPilots) Ink from food dye - Queen Teal 1. - Waterman is my wet ink, for use in dry pens. Sign in with Facebook. Fountain Pen Network (Biggest Pen Forum) The Fountain Pen Network is by far the biggest and most established fountain pen forum online. Join the discussion with other enthusiasts, share your experiences, tips, and reviews, and discover the history and legacy of this iconic brand. They consistently produce solid inks for a very reasonable price. Moderators Kalessin, jamesgibby. The medium range (2224) and economy range (313234) is very well made, too. Conclusion The Pineider Avatar Twin Tank Touchdown will not be the pen I use every day. The medium range (2224) and economy range (313234) is very well made, too. BTW, Current inks are Diamine Ancient Copper, Dragon Red, Sunset, Earl Grey, Majestic Blue, Sargasoo Sea, Misty Blue, Marine, and Noodler's Forest Green. 7mm refills for the Pentel Vicuna and Uni Jetstream SXR-600 among many others. Just a little thing. Medium 0. Fountain Pen Brands from the Lands beyond the Great Wall. All types of fountain pen-related questions or discussions, identification of unknown brands, anything not covered elsewhere, and your first stop for all matters (fountain & dip) pen. The fountain pen that arrives at the pit stop today is the Lamy CP1. The big difference is the blue frosted acrylic material the pen is made out of, and of course it just has a steel nib rather than the Custom 823's gorgeous 14k nib. Posted January 6, 2019 (edited) PenBBS has rolled out another new pen. It's about a millimeter longerer than the Pelikan nib, so it sticks out of the back of the ring that much. 73 Not a fan of the gold. The styling is a bit nondescript, but inoffensive. But the ink sac needs replacing. com) and while it does look very nice, 259 is a little cheeky for a steel nib, although doubtless it will be French made and the fit and finish will be OK. Fountain & Dip Pens - First Stop. LocationMontr&233;al, Canada. The upper metal part of the CON-70N is silver; previously, only CON-70 converters that came bundled with pens were silver-coloured, while old CON-70 converters sold separately were black. Posted February 10. On my pen, I would dismantle the filler (see the thread I linked to for disassembly hints, optima88 use the same mechanism) and re-attach the "snout" to the knob neatly using epoxy. 6 nibs (stock nib length and not using 3rd party housing). Flag Posted November 17, 2021. Whether you are looking for a vintage Duofold, a modern Sonnet, or anything in between, you will find it here. Mar 21. Because this is a pigmented ink. 2 weeks later. The ideos is heavier than a SafariAl-Star. Find popular brands like LAMY & Pilot. The darkness of the ink also depends on the ink flow of the pen. The KOP are narrower nibs in the same size and more ice cube on hot surface slidy in feel. Sheaffer Skrip (Blue, Black) Pilot (Blue, Blue-Black, Red) Pelikan 4001 (Royal Blue, Brilliant Black) Pelikan Edelstein (any of them, but I use Topaz and Sapphire) 2. Posted September 15, 2009 (edited) For all the reviews of the Lamy 2000 fountain pen, there doesn't seem to be too much information on the history of the 2000 line beyond the oft-repeated high points (released in '66, Gerd A. View this forum's RSS feed. Waterman Carene Stub. Posted February 14, 2013. But, it works just fine. I haven't tried all of them but so far the Iroshizuku inks I've tried were behaving flawlessly. Posted January 17, 2020 (edited) I found the pen shop that sells the Omas fountain pen with a discount of at least 40. Also I prefer bigger pens and usually dislike golden accents. You are never too old to set a new goal or dream a new dream - C. I am looking for a needlepoint fountain pen to replace the Sakura Microns 0. Apr 5, 2021 Looking for recommendations for a wet ink. Pens from the Land of the White Cliffs of Dover and Behind Brands of pens manufactured in the UK, excluding Parker, such as Burnham, Conway Stewart, Dunhill, Italix, Mentmore, Onoto, Osmiroid, Platignum, Simpole, Summit, Wyvern. Posted February 10. However, please post. It also comes with the Pilot CON-40, but can fit the discontinued CON-20. Parker Quink Black and Pelikan 4001 Briliant Black are both dryish inks, as is Noodler's Black. Mar 21. The Aion weighs slightly more than the LX, Al-Star, Studio or Lamy 2000. We offer thousands of fountain pens, inks, paper, and accessories to get you writing. Below are the pen models and their compatibility as far as I know (or looked online), please correct the listed information if there are an. LocationFulham, London UK. Additionally, my aion is completely brushed aluminium along barrel and section making the pen noticeably slippery when writing. started life as the Mentmore Manufacturing Company, named after its first premises - Mentmore Terrace in London. Well, they're up on Cult Pens Parker Ingenuity Fountain Pen Blue with Gold Trim (cultpens. They are not as EF as my Sailor EFs but they are quite similar to my Sailor Fs - but wetter. I have gone through at least 10 already these past few months. Not quite as much as Namiki Blue. CS keep sending ornate pens to her in hopes that she will use them, so they can get the coat-of-arms on their advertising copy. 1This group is founded and maintained by the Admin and Moderators team of the Fountain Pen Network webforum. Nib holder come at about 15 EUR. Then, I believe, Sanford UK was bought by Rubbermaid. 6 nib, and can therefore be fitted with a wide range of replacement nibs. As for the fine nibs, my 149 doesn't really show any line width variation but m1000 still feels more like a stub nib. Dec 22, 2014 December 21, 2023 530 PM. 2024 Arkansas Pen Show. Find popular brands like LAMY & Pilot. sseudam, p1094 duramax code
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2024 Arkansas Pen Show. The ideos has a narrower section than the aion when gripping since the ridge will be at the top. Saw some Montblanc 2023 novelties today. Brand Focus; 1. The ink is very saturated though, and in my opinion too much so in wet pens or with broad nibs. Few years ago company's introduced six inks. Thank you very much Namrehsnoom for surprising me with a travel miniature set of 5 Jacques Herbin inks. See you soon Directions North Phoenix, just north of the Desert Ridge shopping area. Moderators Kalessin, jamesgibby. Comes in April. Capillary action is the process of a liquid flowing in. My go-to dry ink is Pelikan 4001 Brilliant Black. The pocket clip is slim and functional. In my opinion, this is the best SEF nib on the market. It barely puts down any ink at all, which is the opposite of what a BB should do. 9 steel. They made a short spurt of pens (possibly 50) and then apparently made more later, hawking them alternately as the Voyager Club Corno (1998) and as the Honey Almond Kaleido. The model I looking for is 350 (sale price) so I've got a problem to decide to buy this Omas or to buy another pen, Pelikan m605. For a number of years, this online forum has been the dominant source of pen-related information and community. I am forever in pursuit of the smoothest writing most comfortable pen possible. Black Walnut Ink. It caries the somewhat gaudy Jinhao Chariot motif in a shield. 50 for a 50ml bottle. After removing the outer sleeve there is. For this review LizEF Tuesday at 0217 PM. The Elite is the pen's name on the Japanese market and the pen is called the E95S in the United States due to a copyright issue. So its a good idea to shake the bottle before loading it in a pen. Dec 22, 2022 1 Montblanc - their writers&39; editions are gorgeous and the nibs are good. My fountain pen inventory database is ready to download. 05 I keep wasting my money on. I like Goulet Pens, too. This one is J Herbin Bleu nuit (Midnight blue) This is what J Herbin say about it "Bleu nuit (Midnight blue) this is the darkest color after &171; perle noire &187; ink. Looking for recommendations for a wet ink. (The nib on the 566 cannot be removed though, so sadly no nib swapping can occur). The Rules of Engagement of The Mall follow in principle those of the General Rules and Guidelines, and those more specific f or the Premium Accounts. The pen is diminutive when unposted, but it grows to a much more reasonable size when posted. The pen writes beautifully smooth and is in otherwise perfect condition; but the issue is the gap in the closure of the cap. Wetness Rose Burgundy is a dry ink, just like most Montblanc inks. That's the sign that the sac is compressed, ready to fill with ink. Dec 26, 2018 For a pen nerd, theres endless pleasure in sharing ones collection of fountain pens, or fps as theyre called on the Reddit board where they live when not at shows or events. However, this model here comes in a special steel nib, the CM nib. On 1222022 at 458 PM, A Smug Dill said Sui-gyoku is one of three new Pilot Iroshizuku colours released late in 2021. 1919 Platignum Pen Co. The nibs of noodlers are produced from somebody in asia. These inks are supposed to work in any pen with any nib on any paper and in any situation. How have you repurpose a pretty ink bottle with all of its ink used up. I might be jumping the gun, but I think this is Asvine's next pen. There were also solid gold trimmed versions of both pens which were limited to only 19 pieces each and were rather more expensive. started life as the Mentmore Manufacturing Company, named after its first premises - Mentmore Terrace in London. The cap band is a single ring of what feels to be plastic. The cap band is a single ring of what feels to be plastic. Saw some Montblanc 2023 novelties today. The black version is plain-coloured with rose gold trim. The Original 51 is a push on fit, whilst the New 51 is a twist fit. I will have some snacks and soft drinks, coffee, etc. March 23, 2024. Because, perhaps, Pilots market strategists realize that Platinum Carbon Black dominates the market for those who want a well-behaved, truly waterproof fountain pen ink and theyre trying to grab some of that away from Platinum. Market Watch. The forum was started in 2004 by a small group of fountain pen enthusiasts and by September. The only thing more satisfying in a way than knowing this is when you have finished writing. I had specifically chosen a wet BB nib to compansate the potential dryness of this ink before I got the ink. Brush Pens. Comes in April. I am extremely impressed by the pens. Dec 7, 2016 Then I will be condensing the ink down to a good concentration. Danitrio Ki-Dame (9) 18k two tone Gold and Rhodium. Posted August 12, 2010. 5, 1. It caries the somewhat gaudy Jinhao Chariot motif in a shield. The bent nib doesn't flex at all and writes like a mediumfine standard nib, but I have to say that it is extremely smooth with good ink flow. Until you ink a pen, it is merely a pretty stick. Noodlers pens are a rebrandinh of existing pens, with very minor changes like the clip. Flag Posted December 2, 2012. It has a very different grind than the older Montblanc nibs. I didn't buy them but as far as I know a former executive with my company had them in his office. Oct 13, 2021 The ideos has a narrower section than the aion when gripping since the ridge will be at the top. the Falcon Nib, there are two consistent points worth considering. There are not only jowo or bock as nib manufacturer in Asia other companies makes nib. Now we have the New Parker 51, so how do they compare in general. The capped length is 134mm, uncapped 128mm and posted 140mm. bottle - free "Charlie" pen. The ideos has a narrower section than the aion when gripping since the ridge will be at the top. The Rules of Engagement of The Mall follow in principle those of the General Rules and Guidelines, and those more specific f or the Premium Accounts. As with the Classic 717 I reviewed earlier this evening, the Jinhao 500 has a smaller stainless steel nib a 5 (I think), rather than the more substantial 6 nib sported by its cousins. Part of the 149 is clearly the experience, both in buying and owningwriting with it. That may also help to explain why this nib is more rigid it. Not for the faint of heart. 2 Nakaya - again - gorgeous pens, with tuned nibs for the person who&39;s goign to hold the pen. Let's treat everyone with respect. 7,645 topics in this forum. I hear Platinum's music nib is very good. The Fountain Pen Network database is currently offline for conversion and upgrades. Also, do not post while high on ink fumes or after using ballpoints. So as long as that ticks the boxes, its a win win On 7242021 at 907 AM, bunnspecial said In practice, I don&39;t see a lot of difference in writingappearance between M and F other than, obviously, Ms being generally wider than Fs. Preserve it. Fountain pens work by only letting a small amount of ink out at a time, often referred to as a controlled leak. Iron Gall recipes (eilu). The fact that the pen had to travel from Birmingham to California and bac. Wim has said that automated new account approval is a goal of the next upgrade, which is now happening. There is a version for both Mac and PC users. Parker Jotters (except the Premium finish), Vectors (except the Premium finish), Sonnets, Premiers and Duofolds are all currently made in Nantes, France at the Waterman factory. happy to try different inks for different pens. The Offsta. I&39;m a semi-newbie with nine pens, the most expensive one being a Cross, and am thinking of asking Santa for either the rose or white Venus if I can find out a little more about them. A large round tip producing very wide lines. If you are a fan of Parker pens, this is the forum for you. The ones I found in a quick search are Karas Customs fountain pens (Decograph, Vertex, Ink - NOT Fountain K it is 5). The Fountain Pen Network. Elaine Therese Maddox and based on the website forum www. Now, basically, an oblique nib allows you to write with your pen a bit slanted instead of straight. The M800 is a bigger and heavier pen. This Excel spreadsheet is something I created to document my collection and keep track of how often pens were getting used. Moderator The FPN Moderator and Admin Team. Mark from Yorkshire. The look of the pens is very similar, especially as there is 80 years between them. For this review LizEF Tuesday at 0217 PM. Fountain & Dip Pens - First Stop. It produces a wide line on the vertical stroke and thin line on the horizontal stroke. Below are the pen models and their compatibility as far as I know (or looked online), please correct the listed information if there are an. This keeps the nib moist. . pucca and garu