Thread: More fountain pens!

Originally Posted by bjorn

I've been using a Parker 45 on/off for the last 5-6 years, and this thread has kind of made me wanting a nicer pen, what's the opinions on Waterman pens, the Expert II or the Carene to be exact?

I'm a total newb when it comes to pens, but I tried out the Carene a few weeks ago and loved it. That's the one I want. It wrote smoothly and I love that inlaid nib look. I think Joon had it priced at about $190.

Jordan

+1 on the Lamy's and the Noodlers.

The Safari line are top notch with the refillable revision and the amazing F & EF nibs. I have two on the go at all times, with one still in the box for back up just in case.

The Noodlers I use are all ordered from Pendemonium:
~ Legal Lapis
~ Eternal Brown
The top two are exclusive to Pend., and are part of the permanent line that bonds to paper and not your hands. I highly recommend them.

Originally Posted by Merit

+1 on the Lamy's and the Noodlers.

The Safari line are top notch with the refillable revision and the amazing F & EF nibs. I have two on the go at all times, with one still in the box for back up just in case.

The Noodlers I use are all ordered from Pendemonium:
~ Legal Lapis
~ Eternal Brown
The top two are exclusive to Pend., and are part of the permanent line that bonds to paper and not your hands. I highly recommend them.

+1 on Pendemonium, they are good folks and will take great care of you.

I am wanting to try "heart of darkness" black from noodlers..
Have cross ink right now, seems decent.

I got the fine tip on my Logo... love it as well.
Lamy writes SOO much better than my Waterman does, why??

I like the Safari as well, especially the AL star, might get one eventually, but I think i'll do something with a little more "flash" for my next pen..

Anyone have experience with
Retro 51 Tornado Fountain Pen - Blue
Is that a decent quality? Was looking at it at the airport yesterday, looks decent though not quite as good as the Lamy quality wise, but seems ok.

Bjorn - I have the Waterman Expert II - decent pen, nice weight and balance; I got the pen as a graduation gift from my parents when I finished my undergraduate degree, had no idea about pens, and suffered for the next 7 years with a pen that skipped (ink flow disappeared mid-letter...constantly!). I recently sent the pen back to Waterman, had it repaired (free...lifetime guarantee) and now it works like a dream.

I'm ashamed to say that I like my disposable Pilot V-Pen almost as much though in terms of writing quality.

I'll have to try a vintage Parker or the Lamy soon though...I think one will definitely not be enough very soon!

Mark

Originally Posted by bbshriver

I am wanting to try "heart of darkness" black from noodlers..
Have cross ink right now, seems decent.

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That's the ink I got, if only I had found it sooner (thanks jockeys for posting about Noodlers), it's a really nice ink and with it's fast drying I don't have to worry about the ink smearing before its dry.

Originally Posted by Milton Man

Bjorn - I have the Waterman Expert II - decent pen, nice weight and balance; I got the pen as a graduation gift from my parents when I finished my undergraduate degree, had no idea about pens, and suffered for the next 7 years with a pen that skipped (ink flow disappeared mid-letter...constantly!). I recently sent the pen back to Waterman, had it repaired (free...lifetime guarantee) and now it works like a dream.

I'm ashamed to say that I like my disposable Pilot V-Pen almost as much though in terms of writing quality.

I'll have to try a vintage Parker or the Lamy soon though...I think one will definitely not be enough very soon!

Mark

I've been reading a lot on foutainpennetwork lately, and the more I read the more confused I get

I have a feeling I'll end up with the Expert II and let the Carene be a dream, it's strange how different AD's suddenly kick in.

I think they are absolutely beautiful writing instruments. I would love to use them. But, and there's always a but, I am left handed so I write upside down and backwards. I end up pushing the pen across the paper, not pulling it softly across.

Originally Posted by dward

I think they are absolutely beautiful writing instruments. I would love to use them. But, and there's always a but, I am left handed so I write upside down and backwards. I end up pushing the pen across the paper, not pulling it softly across.

I'm a lefty too. I'm in the process of "retraining" how I write. I'm going from an over-the-line or hook method to turning the page and writing from under the line. I think it's doable and I can write just fine with the fountain pen. You can buy a pretty inexpensive fountain pen and give it a try!

Jordan

While we're talking pens, are there any rollerball pens that take can use Noodler's ink? Whether it's a screw type resevoir like Mont Blanc or a plunger like my Parker Latitude? Thanks!

Originally Posted by Mike Blue

One brand that has been satisfactory is "Private Reserve." It doesn't clog pens that don't do so well with other inks and dries fairly quickly. Good solid colors too.

I like all the choices listed so far. My favorite has been a Namiki Falcon. Given your price criteria, the Lamy is the best value for the money.

Private reserve is a good ink, indeed.