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Old 26 October 2009, 06:40 AM   #78
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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.
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