Pens Pens Pens anyone interested in Pens?

[Lol-x]

This is a thread which where we will seek to gauge the interest in discussing pens and pen related matters such as buying and selling pens, paper, collectable pens, nibs, inks, writing etc. etc.

You're welcome to voice your opinion and talk about any of the topics alluded to above. :cheers:

Pens are probably one of the closest collectable items next to watches, so I'm interested to see what response this brings. :cheers:

[JJ Irani]

As an idea goes, it's a good one, Steve.

Personally, I was never into pens, but I'm sure we do have a number of pen collectors on TRF who would be overjoyed to have such a section on our forum.

JJ :thumbsup:

[blackmsport]

me... love mb, caran d'ache, gvf, etc.... as much as i love watches

[C. Davidson]

I am completely ignorant on pens and learning about them here would be interesting.

[swatty]

I love pens, so a discussion on pens could cost me . :chuckle::chuckle::chuckle:

[DanP]

Mont blanc roller for work :)

[2careless]

I love pens, so a discussion on pens could cost me . :chuckle::chuckle::chuckle:

I think my pens are fast catching up my rolexes in value.
It's very easy to buy several pens and suddenly it's the price of a sub or something. Take it easy mate. :read:

[swatty]

I think my pens are fast catching up my rolexes in value.
It's very easy to buy several pens and suddenly it's the price of a sub or something. Take it easy mate. :read:

:agree::agree::agree::agree:

How have you been Kai? :cheers:

[BarkMaster]

I just picked up a vintage Waterman to add to my (very) humble collection. :agree:

[kyle L]

Pens Pens Pens!!!
http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww27/spedydemon/2212.jpg?t=1256295848

[Skullring]

I am not into pens right now but I would like to learn.

[Omega_Precision]

Pens are quite addicting to collect.

The more pictures I see of them on another forum, the more I want to buy and there are tons to decide.

Got to put the MB search on hold because of so many others.

[2careless]

:agree::agree::agree::agree:

How have you been Kai? :cheers:

Bought like half a dozen pens this month - 3MB and 3 Visconti...
Now you see why I said pens are expensive and addictive? and Steve still wants a forum for pens... :banghead:
I shouldn't have told him about the Melbourne pen show...:dummy:

[Lowflight]

I would rather have an Auto forum than pens

Of course there are a few other forums that would be cool but unfortunately this forum is too PC for diversity

[shandy]

I voted yes as I am a pen collector, just hope it is not a homage to everything Mont Blanc! Nice pens but there are others out there that have a lot going for them as well!

BTW, not MB bashing as I own a couple! Nice pens but not the best of the best out there as most pen collectors know!

Hopefully if you do do a forum on it people might be better informed as to what else is out there!

[Ashley]

I never really understood the attraction, I love my Bic!

[R1@160@alltimes]

All for it Steve :thumbsup:

I am already a member of FPN per Richard's (Bisquitlips) recommendation. It would be great to have a FP section here on TRF.

[JBat]

Voted yes! :thumbsup:

[JBat]

All for it Steve :thumbsup:

I am already a member of FPN per Richard's (Bisquitlips) recommendation. It would be great to have a FP section here on TRF.

x2

[Numismatist]

Yes, I'm trying to learn about them as well.

[shandy]

I never really understood the attraction, I love my Bic!

Ahh, but Ashley, think of the number of landfills filled every year with those:dummy: !

Seriously though, I would encourage you to pop into your local pen shop and try a few fountain pens, there is something wonderful in writing with them and you don't have to spend a fortune! You can get a Lamy safari for around $40 that writes beautifully and can use bottled ink. Over the years you would save money over the bic's!

Sorry, once one get's into fountain pens you find us all trying to convert folks over to them:chuckle::cheers:

[meloncap78]

I have only ever really been a Cross guy. I do love my Cross pens. :thumbsup:

[Lol-x]

Pens Pens Pens!!!
http://i702.photobucket.com/albums/ww27/spedydemon/2212.jpg?t=1256295848

Great photo my friend :dude:
You have been schooled very well in the finer things :chuckle:
Compliments to your parents and commiserations to their bank account :rofl: :rofl:

Good on ya pal :clap: :clap:

[Sweramic]

A pen section would be awesome!! I'd love to have a For Sale/Want to Buy thread (pens) as well :thumbsup:

Good idea Lol-X =)

[TheVTCGuy]

As an idea goes, it's a good one, Steve.

Personally, I was never into pens, but I'm sure we do have a number of pen collectors on TRF who would be overjoyed to have such a section on our forum.

JJ :thumbsup:

X2 I never caught the interest bug in pens.. but I do know a lot of TRFers have discussed them. I probably wouldn't view the section, but for those that would, let em have it!

[Browining]

FPN member also....subforum here also would be great.

Browning

[Taffi Abernathy]

I can see I'm in good company in this thread. I admit it, I have always been a pen freak. I posted pictures of my Mont Blancs but they are not my favorite writing pens. I have a 25 year old Pelikan which is so light weight and skims across the page. I love pens which are lightweight, have a fine point, gel ink and have a relatively wide diameter so my hand is not uncomfortably "scrunched" when I write. What about other people? What's your preferences?

[shandy]

Forgot to add, FPN memember also:thumbsup:

[shandy]

I can see I'm in good company in this thread. I admit it, I have always been a pen freak. I posted pictures of my Mont Blancs but they are not my favorite writing pens. I have a 25 year old Pelikan which is so light weight and skims across the page. I love pens which are lightweight, have a fine point, gel ink and have a relatively wide diameter so my hand is not uncomfortably "scrunched" when I write. What about other people? What's your preferences?

Yes Faith, I prefer lighter pens as I write around 10 pages a day in my journal and the lighter weight makes things more comfortable. I also prefer a larger diameter pen even though I have smaller hands as I find it easier to grip the pen.

Have you tried the Nakaya's, I have one and love it! Mine is back where it came from having a new nib fitted. Ever since getting my vintage pens which on the whole have flexible broad stub nibs I have gone off finer nibs, can't wait for it to come back!

My Favorite pen is my 1926 Duofold special, what a nib that pen has got, it get's used every day as well!

Love Pelikans, am in the process of getting a vintage one.

[sexner]

As a fan of fine writing instruments I think a Pen sub-Forum would be worthwhile, Steve.

[sexner]

I can see I'm in good company in this thread. I admit it, I have always been a pen freak. I posted pictures of my Mont Blancs but they are not my favorite writing pens. I have a 25 year old Pelikan which is so light weight and skims across the page. I love pens which are lightweight, have a fine point, gel ink and have a relatively wide diameter so my hand is not uncomfortably "scrunched" when I write. What about other people? What's your preferences?


I like a big barrel on a pen too. I currently use my Mantblanc Le Grande ball point daily. It fits well in my hand.

[BigJim]

I realized that I have a pile of older Cross pens somewhere. Always fun to read about other collections!

[JBat]

I can see I'm in good company in this thread. I admit it, I have always been a pen freak. I posted pictures of my Mont Blancs but they are not my favorite writing pens. I have a 25 year old Pelikan which is so light weight and skims across the page. I love pens which are lightweight, have a fine point, gel ink and have a relatively wide diameter so my hand is not uncomfortably "scrunched" when I write. What about other people? What's your preferences?

Faith, I actually just got back into FP's since my childhood, when my wife bought me a MB Chopin, which I believe is equivalent to a 145. All that to say, I'm not exactly sure what I like yet, but I do like that pen!

It has a fine point, which I do like. One thing about fountain pens, it takes some getting used to writing with one after years of not doing so. There's a completely different technique required versus ballpoints and the like.

It is beautiful and a lot of fun to write with. Pens are like watches, once you start heading down that slippery slope, it's hard to stop. :chuckle::chuckle:

[Ashley]

Ahh, but Ashley, think of the number of landfills filled every year with those:dummy: !

Seriously though, I would encourage you to pop into your local pen shop and try a few fountain pens, there is something wonderful in writing with them and you don't have to spend a fortune! You can get a Lamy safari for around $40 that writes beautifully and can use bottled ink. Over the years you would save money over the bic's!

Sorry, once one get's into fountain pens you find us all trying to convert folks over to them:chuckle::cheers:

What do you do with the expensive pen once it's out of ink? I guess there are probably replacement parts for that? :dummy:
The only issue I have with pens is that I am very picky as to what type I like writing with, I don't like the ink to flow too freely, I don't like thick pens, blah blah blah.

I know that Aadil likes pens though, and has a few Mont Blanc's that he has been eyeing for a while.

[R1@160@alltimes]

I am looking forward to learning all about FPs from existing members' knowledge :thumbsup:

This is another peaceful hobby.

[shandy]

What do you do with the expensive pen once it's out of ink? I guess there are probably replacement parts for that? :dummy:
The only issue I have with pens is that I am very picky as to what type I like writing with, I don't like the ink to flow too freely, I don't like thick pens, blah blah blah.

I know that Aadil likes pens though, and has a few Mont Blanc's that he has been eyeing for a while.

Ahh, Aadil likes pens, good half the work of convincing done:chuckle::chuckle:
You can get a fountain pen that takes both cartridge (little plastic tubes that contain the ink) and bottled ink, when you unscrew the barrel of the pen you will see a screw down plunger which is used for bottled ink, you just put the nib in the bottle of ink turn the screw and the ink fills the plunger. I write huge amounts and a bottle lasts me nearly a year!
The other fun thing about bottled ink is that it comes in so many colours, check this link out to a firm in the states that sells ink, it is availible up here as well!
http://www.privatereserveink.com/

You might want to start with something cheap like the Safari I mentioned as it writes well and is easy to use(comes in some funky colours as well!)
If you are used to using bic then start with a medium nib. You might find the pen a little thick in girth though.

This is a link to a friend of mines pen site, he has a lot of experience in pens and his recommended stores always come up trumps for me, this page is one that is in Calgary.
http://www.marcuslink.com/pens/review2a.html

If you need any more help pm me and I would be glad to assist.
One last thing, going to a pen store is a good idea as they will allow you to try out different fountain pens!

[2th DR]

Yes! Although would probably be a bad thing for me, as I KNOW I would re-start collecting again! :banghead:

[shandy]

This is another peaceful hobby.

You are so right, writing with a fountain pen makes one slow down, it is so relaxing! I have never joined a club in my life till I met the good folks at my local pen club, such a relaxing pleasent atmosphere, heck even FPN feels peaceful to visit!

[2th DR]

Have a Jorg Hysek BP today for work...
92066

92067

[rolexgiants]

i guess if i had a timex i would probably want a mont blanc

[2th DR]

i guess if i had a timex i would probably want a mont blanc
:thinking:

[Sweramic]

Yes! Although would probably be a bad thing for me, as I KNOW I would re-start collecting again! :banghead:
:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:. Of course you should! :rofl:

Pen and watches definitely go well together. Just look at these:

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh227/Dreambaby_album/IMG_8672.jpg
Roger Dubuis and Rolex pen

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh227/Dreambaby_album/IMG_8768.jpg
Accessories are great! :clap:

[2th DR]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:. Of course you should! :rofl:

Pen and watches definitely go well together. Just look at these:

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh227/Dreambaby_album/IMG_8672.jpg
Roger Dubuis and Rolex pen

http://i257.photobucket.com/albums/hh227/Dreambaby_album/IMG_8768.jpg
Accessories are great! :clap:
Yeah, you already KNOW I would!!!:cheers:

[gmh1013]

I have a 15+ year old MB pen bordeaux thats its a miracle I have not lost it.
I got a new refill a few weeks back and it writes much better now
about 7? years ago my boss at IBM gave me a Parker Sonnet with my name on it....
I have a Parker Big Red Copy from the 60's thats a felt tip.....and 100's of pen's stolen from hotels across the U.S. and Toronto.

[kcmo]

I'm not really into pens but I'd LOVE to learn! I think a pen forum is a super idea!!!

[Browining]

i guess if i had a timex i would probably want a mont blanc:thinking::thinking:

Browning

[Taffi Abernathy]

Collecting, be it pens, watches or any other items starts out innocently enough. We see something we like, we purchase it, and join a forum to discuss our objects of interest. Through pictures and discussions with those who share our interests, we are introduced to different models, many of which we'd like to covet. Before we know it, and quite insidiously, we turn around to discover that we ourselves have become collectors. Several members commented that they are not into pens, but would be interested in learning more. It will be interesting to see how many of these "innocents" turn into pen fanatics like the rest of us. It's contagious and there is no cure . . . only more pens. :cheers:

[Browining]

Writting with a work of art adds something special to everyday chores like signing your name. The nibs on some of the fountain pens are truly amazing to look at and admire especially the limited edition pens.

Browning

[mck22]

I am not into pens yet but like others I would like to learn, and I want to buy a used MB.

[BarkMaster]

You know when you have been bitten when you get a display case and travel cases...

That applies to pens as well as watches!

[2th DR]

Collecting, be it pens, watches or any other items starts out innocently enough. We see something we like, we purchase it, and join a forum to discuss our objects of interest. Through pictures and discussions with those who share our interests, we are introduced to different models, many of which we'd like to covet. Before we know it, and quite insidiously, we turn around to discover that we ourselves have become collectors. Several members commented that they are not into pens, but would be interested in learning more. It will be interesting to see how many of these "innocents" turn into pen fanatics like the rest of us. It's contagious and there is no cure . . . only more pens. :cheers:
Well said Faith! :thumbsup: All it takes is one...

[2th DR]

You know when you have been bitten when you get a display case and travel cases...

That applies to pens as well as watches!
Don't get me started! I have display AND travel cases...:banghead:

[BarkMaster]

Don't get me started! I have display AND travel cases...:banghead:

:rofl:

My wife got me the display case and has been filling it up since!

I am the one that bought the travel case. Don't want one of my little beauties to get scratched. :nono:

[Mort]

Not a bad idea since a lot of watch folk are pen folk as well.

Since this is what I do for a living, I would not try to give jaded opinions of pens.

[blackmsport]

I joined Fountain Pen Network

Great forum

Three of my favourite forums
This
FPN
Bimmerfest

[mck22]

Man now that i see these posts on travel cases and display cases, I dont know if I should buy my first pen or not!!!! LOL

[BarkMaster]

Man now that i see these posts on travel cases and display cases, I dont know if I should buy my first pen or not!!!! LOL

Well, it's not like you need to wind them. :thumbsup: :rofl:

[mck22]

Well, it's not like you need to wind them. :thumbsup: :rofl:

yes very true.:thumbsup:

[kyle L]

Great photo my friend :dude:
You have been schooled very well in the finer things :chuckle:
Compliments to your parents and commiserations to their bank account :rofl: :rofl:

Good on ya pal :clap: :clap:

Fine pens, cars, watches..... I am doomed in the future. :chuckle: My mom actually gave the montblanc to my dad, and he found it and now I'm using it. :thumbsup:

[vman]

Yes! If anything, a forum for pens would show that this planet still has people who like to write. I am impartial to Cross fountain pens because they're affordable to collect and easy to enjoy. Also, did you know that fountain pens are easy to write with? In fact they're so easy that many therapist recommend fountain pens for patients who have issues with hands or wrists.

An e-mail is nice but nothing beats a thank you note written on a good paper with a good pen (nice handwriting is a plus too).

[mck22]

Well with all this talk about pens, I figured why not ask here, now!!! I have been looking for a nice used MB pen. I know nothing about it, and i dont know what a fair price is, or what is good/bad about them. So here is the deal. I found a local guy who is wanting to get rid of a MB. He tells me it is a few years old, and it is called a Black Generation BP. Now what is a fair price on this, and what should I look for, and is it a good choice. Here are some pictures he has of it. Thanks for any help guys!!!
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mo.jpg
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mont.jpg
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mpnt.jpg
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mpny.jpg

[SDDS]

i vote yes.. i have alot of great pens some of them new and some of them are vintage.. and i would to like to discuss about them

[2careless]

Well with all this talk about pens, I figured why not ask here, now!!! I have been looking for a nice used MB pen. I know nothing about it, and i dont know what a fair price is, or what is good/bad about them. So here is the deal. I found a local guy who is wanting to get rid of a MB. He tells me it is a few years old, and it is called a Black Generation BP. Now what is a fair price on this, and what should I look for, and is it a good choice. Here are some pictures he has of it. Thanks for any help guys!!!


Generations are the entry line of MB that's still in production. You won't find them featured in Montblanc's website...
Mostly they are used as corporate gifts. The one you showed FPH has it for $195 new.
Used ones anywhere from 50-100 I suppose, but they are difficult to get rid of later on. If you just want a MB pen and have no preference, the Meisterstuck or Starwalker line is better.

[blackmsport]

Well with all this talk about pens, I figured why not ask here, now!!! I have been looking for a nice used MB pen. I know nothing about it, and i dont know what a fair price is, or what is good/bad about them. So here is the deal. I found a local guy who is wanting to get rid of a MB. He tells me it is a few years old, and it is called a Black Generation BP. Now what is a fair price on this, and what should I look for, and is it a good choice. Here are some pictures he has of it. Thanks for any help guys!!!
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mo.jpg
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mont.jpg
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mpnt.jpg
http://i652.photobucket.com/albums/uu241/bmgrimm/mpny.jpg

I pay max $100-$120 each for those if condition 80-90%

Last few weeks I bought 98% new MB starwalker ($165), 90% starwalker ($155), 95% new set of two MB pencils ($145), GvFiber brand new ($180).... been offered brand new MB starwalker roller for $140

RRP for those are $400+ each

all via seller on FPN

[Greenring]

Pilot G-2 07's - smooth roller ball lays down the ink effortlessly. Always in my pocket. My Montblanc's are classic but I still prefer that plastic wonder, my G2 07's.

[Widows Son]

Sounds like a great idea. just added two more to my collection one week ago as wedding presents. From the wife a nice Waterman, and from my best man a Pelikan . Both fountain pens.

[Lol-x]

This is too rich for me, but I think Kai (2careless) could buy it out of spare change:

http://cgi.ebay.com/MONTBLANC-YEAR-OF-THE-DRAGON-PEN-88-88-DIAMOND_W0QQitemZ280184754027QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH _DefaultDomain_0?hash=item413c500f6b#ht_6079wt_941

:twit:

[2careless]

You gotta be kidding me Steve. 88/88 and gold dragon with diamonds. :OMG:
I'll need a 2nd mortgage on the house for this. nty :) :rofl:

Talking about gold dragon, show us your Gold dragon 2000.

Latest purchase - Visconti Art Nouveau Rollerball, a poor man's Octavian :rofl:

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2720/4039613968_a023f40133.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2751/4039614468_179c36fc49.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2694/4038864967_97bdc32a76.jpg

[Lol-x]

I'm missing my camera at the moment. My office got packed up for new carpet and my camera is in about 1 of 12 boxes :banghead:

I will get around to it soon.

This Diamond Dragon is the equal of the Rolex GMT ICE. They would go together quite well. :chuckle: :chuckle:

[AIKO]

Why, yes. The Pittsburgh Pens are the best team in hockey! Last year I posted a thread during their winning Stanley Cup effort, the title was something along the lines of " How about those Pens!?" Of course I wanted to talk hockey. You would have thought I called peoples kids ugly. :rofl: They were irritated that I really did not mean Pens.:twit:

[Taffi Abernathy]

This is too rich for me, but I think Kai (2careless) could buy it out of spare change:

http://cgi.ebay.com/MONTBLANC-YEAR-OF-THE-DRAGON-PEN-88-88-DIAMOND_W0QQitemZ280184754027QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH _DefaultDomain_0?hash=item413c500f6b#ht_6079wt_941

:twit:

I hate these major life decisions . . . buy the pen or pay for one year of Princeton's tuition? :eek:

[JBat]

Pilot G-2 07's - smooth roller ball lays down the ink effortlessly. Always in my pocket. My Montblanc's are classic but I still prefer that plastic wonder, my G2 07's.

I use these a lot at work myself. We get them as office supplies and they are good. Not fountain pens, but more practical.

[2careless]

I voted no. Starting a precedence of other collectible hobbies here in TRF will incur the following decisions later on:
1. Are we going to start a section on e.g. stamps, or coins or whatever other collector items members may want to discuss?
2. Are we going to allow forsale items on these collectibles to be in TRF's for sale subforums? Have we got enough experts to provide watchout service?

TRF has its niche and specialty. Branching out to other collectibles can dilute its brand value, imho.

[Lol-x]

Some good (ball) points made :cheers:

There is nothing stopping anyone enjoying the pleasure of pens by posting here or other posts on this open forum, however, I'm not, at the end of the day, convinced that a pen forum is necessary and appropriate.

Although the poll shows quite strong positive results, what it doesn't include are those who simply did not respond at all. Given the significant population of the forum we may well be talking about the 'vast silent majority' who did not care to participate, and this is also a relevant factor in the decision.

:cheers:

[SSD]

Well, not everyone is a pen enthusiast. Yet. I think given a chance, they'd like it. But they need to try some different pens out, you just can't do that effectively over the internet. Here's a try anyway:

[GBJIV]

This is a thread which where we will seek to gauge the interest in discussing pens and pen related matters such as buying and selling pens, paper, collectable pens, nibs, inks, writing etc. etc.

You're welcome to voice your opinion and talk about any of the topics alluded to above. :cheers:

Pens are probably one of the closest collectable items next to watches, so I'm interested to see what response this brings. :cheers:

I think it is a great idea....:thumbsup:

[Deep Sea]

I have a basic question for those who know a lot about pens:

If I had $150 to spend on a good pen, what would you suggest? I know little or nothing about them, other than the basics. Any good pens I've used in the past took a regular metal refill, so I've never messed with ink cartridges, etc.

I like a pens that have a little weight to them, with somewhat thicker bodies. I usually like gel ink, with a 5mm or 7mm tip.

I'm not adverse to a fountain pen, but I would definitely be looking for one that is 'low maintenance'. Getting supplies where I live would probably prove to be difficult (mail order stuff usually never makes it to your house).

Suggestions?

thanks.

[2careless]

I have a basic question for those who know a lot about pens:

If I had $150 to spend on a good pen, what would you suggest? I know little or nothing about them, other than the basics. Any good pens I've used in the past took a regular metal refill, so I've never messed with ink cartridges, etc.

I like a pens that have a little weight to them, with somewhat thicker bodies. I usually like gel ink, with a 5mm or 7mm tip.

I'm not adverse to a fountain pen, but I would definitely be looking for one that is 'low maintenance'. Getting supplies where I live would probably prove to be difficult (mail order stuff usually never makes it to your house).

Suggestions?

thanks.

1. how do you use your pens? Do you use 1 piece or 2 pieces? (i.e. cap and barrel separated) do you post your pens if it's in 2 pieces?
2. what occasion do you want to use this pen for? office or for showoff or ?
3. do you like classic design e.g. plain color barrel, metal cap or you like colourful combos with engravings/ornaments?
4. do you bite your pens? gotta ask as this means a bic or pilot would be better.

[Deep Sea]

1. how do you use your pens? Do you use 1 piece or 2 pieces? (i.e. cap and barrel separated) do you post your pens if it's in 2 pieces?
2. what occasion do you want to use this pen for? office or for showoff or ?
3. do you like classic design e.g. plain color barrel, metal cap or you like colourful combos with engravings/ornaments?
4. do you bite your pens? gotta ask as this means a bic or pilot would be better.

Excellent questions! Please see below:

1. how do you use your pens? Do you use 1 piece or 2 pieces? (i.e. cap and barrel separated) do you post your pens if it's in 2 pieces? I normally put the cap on the end of the pen, as it seems to balance the pen better.

2. What occasion do you want to use this pen for? office or for showoff or ? I would actually prefer to fly under the radar a bit. I love great quality, but would prefer to stay from anything that would draw attention. Also, I would likely use it at home for a while, and then transition to the office when I no longer work in a metal fabrications plant. So, home for now, and office in the next two years or so.

3. do you like classic design e.g. plain color barrel, metal cap or you like colourful combos with engravings/ornaments? I'd probably say I would be more of a classic design type. I'm rather conservative in the way I dress, and other than a watch and wedding ring, I rarely wear any other jewelry. Metal capped pens look very nice in my opinion, but I have had problems finding resin pens that have enough weight to feel comfortable in my hand. MB pens, for example, have never felt quite right to me. I'm sure they are great quality, but I can't see the quality for the price.

4. do you bite your pens? gotta ask as this means a bic or pilot would be better. Nope, I barely have time to chew my food, much less a pen. Funny question, though.


If there's anything else that would help you narrow in on a suggestion, please let me know. I have seen a few of the Caran d'Ache pens that look great, and appear to have nice looking metal bodies. Not sure about the girth, but they look great in pictures.

Also, probably a rollerball would be a better choice for me as I tend to be a little more rough on my stuff (dropping it, etc.).

Thanks again for the input!

[Lol-x]

I hope I can get a Mont Blanc soon. I want to get a 149. They are the biggest pens made by Mont Blanc with a double or triple broad nib :dude:

Jamie, that blue is awesome on your pen.

[2careless]

If there's anything else that would help you narrow in on a suggestion, please let me know. I have seen a few of the Caran d'Ache pens that look great, and appear to have nice looking metal bodies. Not sure about the girth, but they look great in pictures.

Also, probably a rollerball would be a better choice for me as I tend to be a little more rough on my stuff (dropping it, etc.).

Thanks again for the input!

Apart from MB's, I'm also fond of Faber Castell.
Have a look at their "Ambition" line. The rollerball with black resin is only $60. e.g. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380169572308
Also very stylish is their Intuition line but they are more pricey approx $250. e.g. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290356891290
They all have a very classy Teutonic look.

Another I would recommend is the Visconti Metropolis series. It's pure metal - I've got a rollerball for my son and it's like $180 after discounts.

[greenfan]

Love fountain pens and use them everyday!
I've got a Parker Duofold Centennial in Lapis blue, a Parker 75, Cisele pattern in Vermeil, dated from the 60's, which has the smoothest writting I've ever seen and a classic Montblanc MEISTERSTÜCK 149. I also have some cheap Parkers (5 or 6) that stay in my office.

[Deep Sea]

Apart from MB's, I'm also fond of Faber Castell.
Have a look at their "Ambition" line. The rollerball with black resin is only $60. e.g. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380169572308
Also very stylish is their Intuition line but they are more pricey approx $250. e.g. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=290356891290
They all have a very classy Teutonic look.

Another I would recommend is the Visconti Metropolis series. It's pure metal - I've got a rollerball for my son and it's like $180 after discounts.


Thanks so much for the info. I'll do some research later today and see if I can find something while in TX later this week. Spending upwards of $200 isn't a problem if the quality is there, and it looks & feels right. Now I just need to find someplace in San Antonio to do some test drives.....


Again, thanks! :thumbsup:

[mikey]

Voted Yes

[sexner]

i guess if i had a timex i would probably want a mont blanc

What exactly is your point?!.

:thinking::thinking:

[Mrdi]

Originally Posted by rolexgiants
i guess if i had a timex i would probably want a mont blanc
What exactly is your point?!.

:thinking::thinking:

I think the point is MB are over rated.:clap:

[Troy]

Buy a pencil you sharpen it and burn the shavings in the fireplace get heat and it writes.:justkiddi:rofl::rofl::rofl::rofl::cheers:

[BarkMaster]

I bought a Vintage Waterman ballpoint recently on eBay. It didn't have the cartridge and definitely didn't use the modern one... I contacted the USA Parker/Waterman service center and sent pics of the pen.

They responded and said it was one of two - they mailed me a sample of each! Now I know what to order in the future. :)

That's great customer service.

I'd say Waterman is the Seiko of nice pens. Agree?

[Lol-x]

Love fountain pens and use them everyday!
I've got a Parker Duofold Centennial in Lapis blue, a Parker 75, Cisele pattern in Vermeil, dated from the 60's, which has the smoothest writting I've ever seen and a classic Montblanc MEISTERSTÜCK 149. I also have some cheap Parkers (5 or 6) that stay in my office.

The 149 is my dream pen :lv: and with an OBBB nib too...I really want that pen bad :banghead:

[vintage69]

Pens,pens addicting little suckers. I have a Parker,Waterman,Omas,and Krone. Oh,yes,I also have a few Cross pens. But nothing says class like a fine watch combined with a fountain pen.

[R1@160@alltimes]

Steve, 65 yay and 22 nay.

Have you made up your mind on this?


- Gus

[2th DR]

I would LOVE to see a pen forum! I think watches and pens go hand in hand. Er, wrist and hand? :thinking: :twit:

[Bisquitlips]

As an idea goes, it's a good one, Steve.

Personally, I was never into pens, but I'm sure we do have a number of pen collectors on TRF who would be overjoyed to have such a section on our forum.

JJ :thumbsup:


I was going to suggest a pen sub forum, but didn't want to offend anyone as TRF is just great as it is.

Personally I do think that a place to discuss writing instruments would be very beneficial!

As I said in another forum post: "It just ain't fittin' for a man to be seen with a 8K timepiece on his wrist and a 4 dollar pen in his pocket! Absurd!!!"

Fine timepieces and writing instruments just compliment each other and say something about the man in possession of them IMO.

:thumbsup:

[cody p]

you know how normal people are about watches, that's how i am about pens.

[Bisquitlips]

you know how normal people are about watches, that's how i am about pens.

Yeah but.... you weren't always a WIS. Time to convert you to a PIS also! :twit:

[Bisquitlips]

The 149 is my dream pen :lv: and with an OBBB nib too...I really want that pen bad :banghead:

Lots of luck on attaining that one Steve. It's my understanding that those nibs are just drastically hard to find. Oblique triple broad! Juicy!!!!:cheers:

[STEELINOX]

Caran D Ache reportin in !:thumbsup:

http://i267.photobucket.com/albums/ii311/insubterfuge/Photo0002.jpg

[2th DR]

Yeah but.... you weren't always a WIS. Time to convert you to a PIS also! :twit:
We're WISPIS's!!! :chuckle::chuckle::chuckle:

[scottschoe]

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v253/scottschoe/IMG00027-20091218-0058.jpg

Bumping this old thread. This is generally what I use at work...not pictured a smaller MB that I managed to snap in half in my pocket, visiting the shop soon to see what replacement parts will cost. I'm not into pens at all but will be reading this subsection to learn some new stuff.

[David Woo]

MB 146 & 149, and looking for a king of pen.
DW

[2careless]

It's all your fault Steveo...
Since this pen subforum was formed, I've already spent a couple of rolexes on pens...
All your fault Steve...













:justkiddi

[Lol-x]

Yes, Kai and you have influenced me too to buy pens :twit:

I just hope my last transaction doesn't turn into a scam-action for me :crying: Still waiting for the seller to refund to come through....

[TOMISLAV]

I adore Mont Blanc, although I must admit that perhaps Waterman pens write better

[Taffi Abernathy]

[QUOTE=2careless;1516207]It's all your fault Steveo...
Since this pen subforum was formed, I've already spent a couple of rolexes on pens...
All your fault Steve...

Yes, Kai and you have influenced me too to buy pens

I just hope my last transaction doesn't turn into a scam-action for me Still waiting for the seller to refund to come through

Guys, don't even consider going shopping together. When one of you attempts to apply the proverbial "brakes" in a store, the other one will discourage you. Both of you need to stay off ebay (and especially avoid Pen City!). :dummy: