Daily fountain pen
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The Lamy 2000 is one of the most unsung pens out there IMHO - for around $150, you get a very understated, classy pen with what I think of as classic Bahaus design features. This pen has been around since 1966 and, in terms of appearance is a classic. I don't like flashy pens, but this one has enough style not to be boring and is classy in its own understated way.
In terms of writing, you get an excellent gold semi-hooded nib that starts up easily, resists drying out and writes extremely well. It is a piston fill and holds a ton of ink so makes a great workhorse. In terms of functionality, the only pen that I own that I think is better than my Lamy 2000 is my Pelikan 800 - and that's largely because I think the piston system is a little smoother and the nib is narrower (which is a statement about my preferences for nib widths as much as anthing). Basically, what I'm saying is that I don't think there's a better value out there at the Lamy 2000 price point.
I also really like the Vanishing Point, but the main issue is ink capacity (as has been mentioned) - that being said, its a very convenient pen and mine gets a lot of use. If you do get one, get one from Richard Binder that's been tuned - the nib on mine took a fair bit of use before it smoothed out.
Isellpens.com (no affiliation) has Lamy 2Ks for around 110 right now.
At this price, the pen is a steal - folks looking for a first good pen or who have been waiting to buy one of these, now's the time!!!!
He had them under 100 at one point, but the dollar is so weak right now that that just isn't feasible. Still at 115 bucks or so shipped, it is a steal. I just got mine 3 weeks ago, and already, it is in my top 3 of pens I own.
They also have a sale on for the vanishing point - buy one and get two bottles of ink free.
And just a plug (again, only a happy customer), isellpens is a great seller to deal with. My orders have always shipped within 24 hours, and Todd is really responsive to questions.
Both of those are on my wish list
A few weeks ago I ran across a very very inexpensive Sheaffer "school pen" from I believe the 60's or 70's and grabbed it.
It has become my favorite daily user at work.
It never fails to write, even if left setting for a bit while open.
Fine nib, lightweight, smooth as butter, just an all around great pen in my opinion.
I'm on the look-out for more of these now.
It has become my favorite daily user at work.
It never fails to write, even if left setting for a bit while open.
Fine nib, lightweight, smooth as butter, just an all around great pen in my opinion.
I'm on the look-out for more of these now.
Those school pens are indestructable.... did you get some cartridges and are you then refilling them ????
I'm using some cartridges that were given to me by a very nice fellow I know who just happens to be a Pen Buff!
Awww Gosh.... Make sure you get a syringe with a blunt tip... you can then refill those Carts a number of times with your favorite ink !!!!!!!
I'm set!
Although I have been considering getting one of the hardware kits people use for refilling Printer Ink cartridges. They have a large bore blunt needle which will make up for my lack of coordination!
Although I have been considering getting one of the hardware kits people use for refilling Printer Ink cartridges. They have a large bore blunt needle which will make up for my lack of coordination!
Believe me when I tell you if I have two options;
1. Waste a little ink
or
2. Rely on my eye hand coordination while handling bullet-proof ink
I'm going with option 1 every single time.
I hadn't planned on filling the thing up, just using the needle on a smaller syringe I have, but the same theory applies.
Goulet pens sells a syringe refill kit - two syringes and two blunt needles for $5.
Whew I was worried you were filling some apocalypse size converter.
Bravo sir!
Thank you very much.
http://www.gouletpens.com/Goulet_5ml_Ink_Syringe_Set_p/inksyringe.htm
I think this is a better option because most carts hold more ink then a converter.
The only downside of using carts with a dry pen is getting it t0 start. Some of the carts are so thick a squeeze on the cart is impossible. Adip in water or ink should jump start that cart !!
also cleaning of a cart pen can be a bit hard. Suggestion is cut the back off of a cart and get a infant nasal bulb at the drug store. You can cut the end off of it so it fits over the cart and then you can flush to your hearts content !!!!!!
also cleaning of a cart pen can be a bit hard. Suggestion is cut the back off of a cart and get a infant nasal bulb at the drug store. You can cut the end off of it so it fits over the cart and then you can flush to your hearts content !!!!!!
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