Thread: Any Fountain Pen Users?

Originally Posted by 32t

I don't care for the shape of the grip and the clip doesn't work for me. I wear a pocket protector in my shirt pocket.

A pocket protector? Oh dear. I don't know what to say...

Originally Posted by carlmaloschneider

A pocket protector? Oh dear. I don't know what to say...

I expected you to be jealous, you seem like a pocket protector kind of guy carl

Originally Posted by edhewitt

I expected you to be jealous, you seem like a pocket protector kind of guy carl

There's a line, Ed... There's a line...

Originally Posted by carlmaloschneider

There's a line, Ed... There's a line...

Well that's why you use pocket protectors Carl!

I've been using fountain pens since I got my first one as a present in 1982. I still use that pen (a Sheaffer) when I give lectures and I'm happy to say there's a small but dedicated little group of math-geek graduates who now think the only way to do math is with a fountain pen

I picked up a Lamy a few years back and put an italic nib on it which makes it fun to use. A good every day pen.

I cannot remember all the different ones I have, but the ones I like using the most are the Sheaffer, the Lamy, and when I am in meetings with people who are impressed with ostentatious display, my Mont Blanc (I usually take that one along to meetings with Vice Chancellors etc.). As soon as certain people see that star in the cap they think I am rich and conservative, which puts me at the advantage straight away.

James.

Open your mind a little Carl. Very convenient they are. I thought like you at one time but once I tried them I was hooked. I actually defeat their purpose right away and cut the corners off the bottom to let water drain if I get sprayed.

If you don't like the idea of pocket protectors (I don't used them either) an alternative that I've found useful is a 2 pen leather case. I've been using the same one for 20 years. I just fill the pen I want, and a backup, put them in the case and put them in my pocket (usually trouser pocket). Never had an ink stain on my clothes yet though I cannot say the same for my fingers.

James.

I very much like my montegrappa deco, but the problem is that it's too fancy for the daily note taking stuff. I tried caran d'ache for a while but it's too skinny. So I usually pick one of the old and trusty parkers, typically 51, or a less flashy montegrappa like the parola.

Like Jimbo I also use an old leather case with a bit of a sentimental value.

I've never stained my clothes but, like Jimbo, my fingers generally ARE stained (green). I think a very very fine nib would be very nice for maths...