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JBat · 22 April 2010, 05:15 AM

Congrats Noonan! Are you going to keep us in the dark?

Noonan · 22 April 2010, 05:18 AM

I went with a Pelikan Indian Summer with a fine nib. It's a great writer and, being from MA, I love the dark orange/brown colors that we enjoy in the Fall. I wasn't too sure on ink choice so I got a bottle of Pelikan Brown to start off. I can't wait for both pens to arrive!

JBat · 22 April 2010, 05:59 AM

Ah, I see it at FPH. Very nice. Congrats!

sunburst · 22 April 2010, 06:07 AM

Nice selection.
It's 8 times your initial plan but the most important thing is that you've found
the FP that you like (and can't go wrong with Pelikans).
Congrats!

Noonan · 22 April 2010, 06:14 AM

Thanks. I found a really good deal on one (close to 40% off retail) so I couldn't pass it up.

Skullring · 22 April 2010, 06:19 AM

Congratulations. Pelikan makes great pens I am sure you will love it.

sunburst · 22 April 2010, 06:34 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noonan

Thanks. I found a really good deal on one (close to 40% off retail) so I couldn't pass it up.

That's a good deal.
Indian Summer is listed at $525.

Lion · 22 April 2010, 07:11 AM

Noonan.....another one who has succumbed to the allure of fine writing instruments and there is no turning back!!! LOL!!!

shandy · 22 April 2010, 08:49 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noonan

I went with a Pelikan Indian Summer with a fine nib. It's a great writer and, being from MA, I love the dark orange/brown colors that we enjoy in the Fall. I wasn't too sure on ink choice so I got a bottle of Pelikan Brown to start off. I can't wait for both pens to arrive!

Noonan..Welcome to the dark side

I know I am going to sound like I am one repeat with this one but can I recommend Private reserve copper burst as it has a wonderful autumnal colour to it that would match the Pelikan perfectly!

Well done as well, you are about to enter the pure joy of writing with a fountain pen..Have you got a nice journal to write in??

Noonan · 22 April 2010, 10:13 AM

Thanks for the ink advice. I'll check that style out for sure. No journal yet, just standard legal pads. I can't imagine one will be far behind though.

gelshocker · 22 April 2010, 01:32 PM

Congrats on the special edition Pelikan! I can only wish for one.

FWIW, I've been journaling in a Moleskine for the past year and it'll probably be my first and last Moleskine. The Pelikan is very wet and results in bleeding and feathering. Bleeding is ok, as I write on one side only, but the feathering can be irritating. Anyway, well done and Cheers!

sunburst · 22 April 2010, 09:14 PM

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Originally Posted by shandy

Noonan..Welcome to the dark side

I know I am going to sound like I am one repeat with this one but can I recommend Private reserve copper burst as it has a wonderful autumnal colour to it that would match the Pelikan perfectly!

Well done as well, you are about to enter the pure joy of writing with a fountain pen..Have you got a nice journal to write in??

How about Pilot's IROSHIZUKU series ink?

FUYU-GAKI 　（Winter Persimmon)
MOMIJI (Autumn Leaves)

I love the namings of Iroshizuku line.

Lion · 22 April 2010, 11:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunburst

How about Pilot's IROSHIZUKU series ink?

FUYU-GAKI 　（Winter Persimmon)
MOMIJI (Autumn Leaves)

I love the namings of Iroshizuku line.

Sounds interesting but what do those translate into English???

sunburst · 22 April 2010, 11:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Lion

Sounds interesting but what do those translate into English???

Leo, here's color chart.

shandy · 22 April 2010, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by sunburst

Leo, here's color chart.

Joji, thank you for posting the chart. I had a chance to try the pine tree dew the other week and loved the colour..Little on the pricey side though

Having said that I really like the idea behind the ink being about ancient historical colours and natural beauty.

sunburst · 22 April 2010, 11:53 PM

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Originally Posted by shandy

Joji, thank you for posting the chart. I had a chance to try the pine tree dew the other week and loved the colour..Little on the pricey side though

Having said that I really like the idea behind the ink being about ancient historical colours and natural beauty.

Ian, you are welcome.
According to pilot the ink colors reflect the beautiful natural scenery of Japan.
I have been looking at Yama-Budo.

Noonan · 23 April 2010, 12:02 AM

Great chart. I think I like the Field Horsetail Brown the best. I agree with Ian though, a bit on the pricey side at ~$22 a bottle.

shandy · 23 April 2010, 12:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunburst

Ian, you are welcome.
According to pilot the ink colors reflect the beautiful natural scenery of Japan.
I have been looking at Yama-Budo.

The horsetail and wild mountain grape look good to me. Might give the wild mountain grape a go!

Lion · 23 April 2010, 12:32 AM

Joji, Thanx for posting the chart.....so many nice colors to choose from!!!

daveathall · 23 April 2010, 02:03 AM

Many congratulations on the purchase of your pen, may you have many memorable hours writing with it.

Lion · 23 April 2010, 11:37 AM

Dave, I agree, I may be broke now after buying fountain pens, notebooks and covers but at least I can write with a flair and a style unique to me.....

JBat · 23 April 2010, 01:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

Dave, I agree, I may be broke now after buying fountain pens, notebooks and covers but at least I can write with a flair and a style unique to me.....

That's what it's all about, Leo. (The writing with flair part

)

Lion · 23 April 2010, 11:03 PM

With my favorite pen a certain solace has washed over myself as I contemplate my next move and direction to go in. Of course I'd rather be impulsive and go buy another pen!!!

Noonan · 24 April 2010, 07:46 AM

Came home, after a long day at work, to two packages! Here are two quick pictures. The rollerball writes amazing, although it's a little lighter than I had hoped. It's darker and more stone-like in person. I'll be able to fill the Indian Summer tomorrow when I have more time to play.

sunburst · 24 April 2010, 07:49 AM

Looks great !!

Congrats x 2, Noonan.

Lion · 24 April 2010, 08:31 AM

Noonan, your new Pelikan looks really nice.....I know you will enjoy it!!!

JBat · 25 April 2010, 05:57 AM

Wow, great looking pens, Noonan (sorry, every time I read your name I think of Caddyshack

). I really like the Indian Summer. Very eye catching. Congrats!

Noonan · 26 April 2010, 11:09 PM

Thanks John. I actually use this user name because of Caddyshack.

It just kinda stuck when I was younger. I can't count the amount of times I've seen that movie.

I've gone through one fill of ink so far and I'm loving it. It certainly takes a bit to get used to writing with a fountain pen but it's a welcome change. I'll try to get some pics of a writing sample up soon.

Lion · 27 April 2010, 12:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Noonan

Thanks John. I actually use this user name because of Caddyshack.

It just kinda stuck when I was younger. I can't count the amount of times I've seen that movie.

I've gone through one fill of ink so far and I'm loving it. It certainly takes a bit to get used to writing with a fountain pen but it's a welcome change. I'll try to get some pics of a writing sample up soon.

Just wait..........till you start ordering different ink colors for your pen. Then you will start buying more fountain pens and the addiction begins!!!

Noonan · 27 April 2010, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

Just wait..........till you start ordering different ink colors for your pen. Then you will start buying more fountain pens and the addiction begins!!!

I know what you mean. As much as I like it, I'm already contemplating flipping the rollerball to fund another fountain model. It's an out of production SE though so I'd like to keep it if possible. Maybe I'll see if my boss will allow some OT to fund my addiction.

22 April 2010, 06:07 AM	#34
sunburst "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Joji Location: KY, So. Cal., NJ Watch: 16800 Posts: 979	Nice selection. It's 8 times your initial plan but the most important thing is that you've found the FP that you like (and can't go wrong with Pelikans). Congrats! __________________ Rolex Sub 16800 Rolex No Date Sub 114060 Omega Speedmaster Professional Sinn 356 Flieger II, Sinn 556, Sinn ST-140 Marathon SAR, Marathon GSAR

22 April 2010, 06:19 AM	#36
Skullring "TRF" Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Real Name: Phillip Location: Alabama Watch: Triple 6 SD Posts: 1,720	Congratulations. Pelikan makes great pens I am sure you will love it. __________________ It is only with the heart that one can see rightly; what is essential is invisible to the eye. - Antoine de Saint Exupéry

22 April 2010, 07:11 AM	#38
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Noonan.....another one who has succumbed to the allure of fine writing instruments and there is no turning back!!! LOL!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

23 April 2010, 12:32 AM	#49
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Joji, Thanx for posting the chart.....so many nice colors to choose from!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

23 April 2010, 02:03 AM	#50
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,305	Many congratulations on the purchase of your pen, may you have many memorable hours writing with it. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

22 April 2010, 05:15 AM	#31
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Congrats Noonan! Are you going to keep us in the dark?

22 April 2010, 05:18 AM	#32
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	I went with a Pelikan Indian Summer with a fine nib. It's a great writer and, being from MA, I love the dark orange/brown colors that we enjoy in the Fall. I wasn't too sure on ink choice so I got a bottle of Pelikan Brown to start off. I can't wait for both pens to arrive!

22 April 2010, 05:59 AM	#33
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Ah, I see it at FPH. Very nice. Congrats!

22 April 2010, 06:14 AM	#35
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	Thanks. I found a really good deal on one (close to 40% off retail) so I couldn't pass it up.

22 April 2010, 10:13 AM	#40
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	Thanks for the ink advice. I'll check that style out for sure. No journal yet, just standard legal pads. I can't imagine one will be far behind though.

22 April 2010, 01:32 PM	#41
gelshocker Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 318	Congrats on the special edition Pelikan! I can only wish for one. FWIW, I've been journaling in a Moleskine for the past year and it'll probably be my first and last Moleskine. The Pelikan is very wet and results in bleeding and feathering. Bleeding is ok, as I write on one side only, but the feathering can be irritating. Anyway, well done and Cheers!

23 April 2010, 12:02 AM	#47
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	Great chart. I think I like the Field Horsetail Brown the best. I agree with Ian though, a bit on the pricey side at ~$22 a bottle.

23 April 2010, 11:37 AM	#51
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Dave, I agree, I may be broke now after buying fountain pens, notebooks and covers but at least I can write with a flair and a style unique to me..... __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

23 April 2010, 11:03 PM	#53
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	With my favorite pen a certain solace has washed over myself as I contemplate my next move and direction to go in. Of course I'd rather be impulsive and go buy another pen!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

24 April 2010, 07:46 AM	#54
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	Came home, after a long day at work, to two packages! Here are two quick pictures. The rollerball writes amazing, although it's a little lighter than I had hoped. It's darker and more stone-like in person. I'll be able to fill the Indian Summer tomorrow when I have more time to play.

24 April 2010, 07:49 AM	#55
sunburst "TRF" Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Real Name: Joji Location: KY, So. Cal., NJ Watch: 16800 Posts: 979	Looks great !! Congrats x 2, Noonan. __________________ Rolex Sub 16800 Rolex No Date Sub 114060 Omega Speedmaster Professional Sinn 356 Flieger II, Sinn 556, Sinn ST-140 Marathon SAR, Marathon GSAR

24 April 2010, 08:31 AM	#56
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Noonan, your new Pelikan looks really nice.....I know you will enjoy it!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

25 April 2010, 05:57 AM	#57
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Wow, great looking pens, Noonan (sorry, every time I read your name I think of Caddyshack ). I really like the Indian Summer. Very eye catching. Congrats!

26 April 2010, 11:09 PM	#58
Noonan Banned Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: US Watch: 3570.50 Posts: 2,156	Thanks John. I actually use this user name because of Caddyshack. It just kinda stuck when I was younger. I can't count the amount of times I've seen that movie. I've gone through one fill of ink so far and I'm loving it. It certainly takes a bit to get used to writing with a fountain pen but it's a welcome change. I'll try to get some pics of a writing sample up soon.

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