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I'm getting a Noodler Ahab for Xmas, and Noodler Bullet Proof Black, finally I'm getting an entry level pen.
I'm getting a Noodler Ahab for Xmas, and Noodler Bullet Proof Black, finally I'm getting an entry level pen.
Awesome! I was torn between the bullet proof and the Borealis, but I'm just assuming the bullet proof will dry faster, couldn't really find any info on that. :/ (also my first FP, I tried some **** 5 dollar eBay one and it broke almost instantly, so this will be my first decent one. )I know there is a Sheaffer 100 and Noodler's Borealis Black under the tree for me. I'm so excited! (This will be my first fountain pen!)
Awesome! I was torn between the bullet proof and the Borealis, but I'm just assuming the bullet proof will dry faster, couldn't really find any info on that. :/ (also my first FP, I tried some **** 5 dollar eBay one and it broke almost instantly, so this will be my first decent one. )
It writes very smoothly, though is quite heavy on ink that bleed through sometimes becomes a problem depending on paper quality.
I also haven't figured out how to properly drain and clean this pen yet; the whole nib assembly does not come out when I pull it like my Parker pens do.
My Rotring 600 just arrived. It's my first "proper" pen and about as costly as I can justify, considering I don't need to write a lot in my studies these days. First impression: it's going to take a while to get used to the weight.
Just joined the pen-fi club. For Christmas I'm getting my first fountain pen, a Lamy CP1. But the inks I ordered are gonna be a bit late. Ordered two Pilot Iroshizuku inks, Shin-kai and Kosumosu after reading great reviews on the lineup.
BTW does anyone want to share about what inks they use/have used? Iroshizuku ink seems pretty expensive and I don't want to use them up too fast.
Just joined the pen-fi club. For Christmas I'm getting my first fountain pen, a Lamy CP1. But the inks I ordered are gonna be a bit late. Ordered two Pilot Iroshizuku inks, Shin-kai and Kosumosu after reading great reviews on the lineup.
BTW does anyone want to share about what inks they use/have used? Iroshizuku ink seems pretty expensive and I don't want to use them up too fast.
Depends how you use it, I use my FP in uni and everyday. Engineering and not a writer, my 50mL last me forever, it still have more than half left.
That is using a fine Pilot VP, which does use little ink. Using a BB, Flex and other nib will increase usage.
Depends how you use it, I use my FP in uni and everyday. Engineering and not a writer, my 50mL last me forever, it still have more than half left.
That is using a fine Pilot VP, which does use little ink. Using a BB, Flex and other nib will increase usage.
That's good to know. How long does a full cartridge/fully inked pen usually last?
I might have to grab a bottle of ama-iro and kon-peki in the future. What can I say? I'm a sucker for those blue beauties.
Anyways, Merry Christmas and enjoy your holidays!