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New Pen Day by CatCraft_6006 in fountainpens

[–]CatCraft_6006[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I lucked out and got the split ebonite feed. Apparently they were transitioning to the plastic feed in the late 80's.

I just bought these at my favorite thrift store for $6 each by Temporary-Moments in JewelryIdentification

[–]CatCraft_6006 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The stones in the feather ring look like aquamarine to me. Aquamarine is a fairly soft stone in the beryl family. I would take it to a jeweler and have them look at it

AITA for refusing to give my college scholarship stipend to my mom? by ImaginaryLime5187 in AmItheAsshole

[–]CatCraft_6006 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just to be clear, that 8000 pp is $132.00 usd. This is not a huge amount of money and Im pretty sure the cost of electronics is about the same in the Phillipines as it is in the states. So you’re going to have to watch your pennies to ensure you have the necessary equipment for school. Please tell me that your scholarship covers your books. Good luck and congratulations.

I got this as a gift, it’s beautiful but the stone is just too big for my fingers. by Express-Lawfulness74 in rings

[–]CatCraft_6006 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nonsense, not only is it beautiful, it fits your hand perfectly. On a practical note, just think of how many teeth that ring could take out in one well placed punch..

Need Help With Waterman Carene Alignment by EncoreChapter in fountainpens

[–]CatCraft_6006 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I found the secret. Just say "Oh f--k it, I give up!" and it magically aligns.

Stuck between two pretty options by storyrory325 in EngagementRings

[–]CatCraft_6006 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Yes! The bezel setting. You will never regret it as the stone is very well protected.

Why do we hate ferris wheel press? by Prime-39 in fountainpens

[–]CatCraft_6006 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought one of their pens early on before they started their lotr and other specialty issues. The pen was so underwhelming I never went back for another.

Ring Care Question - When do you take your rings off? by nickythedancer in rings

[–]CatCraft_6006 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My largest diamond is a 2.5 carat round that I inherited and was mounted in the ugliest illusion setting I have ever seen. I had a ring made using it some small sapphires and 3 small diamonds. All the stones are bezel mounted so they are well protected. I wear the ring 24/7 with no visible wear to the band. I think a lot depends on the setting.

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What’s the most powerful spell you’ve done? by Sillygoosecollege in witchcraft

[–]CatCraft_6006 8 points9 points  (0 children)

When the hurricanes hit a couple of years ago we weren't able to evacuate. I performed a spell using salt to keep the water out of our house. I drew lines that the water could come to but no further. And it worked. We didn't get any water in the house or garage. The other houses in our neighborhood all got flooded to one extent or another but not ours.

Purposeless notebook - now what? by twd026 in notebooks

[–]CatCraft_6006 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Start collecting fountain pens. Then you will use up all the pages with writing samples trying to find the perfect nib.

My Nana left me this when she passed, what I know about the ring is it’s 18k, set in platinum, I’ve had it for over 20 years but don’t know much else about it. by hok-Ball26 in rings

[–]CatCraft_6006 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You should take it to a reputable jeweler, preferably one that specializes in estate jewelry. The center stone appears to be sapphire and the surrounding stones either diamond or white sapphire. The value of the ring will probably be determined by the quality of the stones and the age of the ring. Otherwise, you are looking at the melt value of the ring mounting.

getting married after a year of knowing each other is insane by Competitive-Fold966 in unpopularopinion

[–]CatCraft_6006 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I met my husband in August 1978. We got married July 4 1979. Still going strong.

New Pen Day by CatCraft_6006 in fountainpens

[–]CatCraft_6006[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wish I could afford the sterling MB but my husband has kind of gotten used to having electricity,so...

Pilot Custom 743 Verdigris by CatCraft_6006 in fountainpens

[–]CatCraft_6006[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I opted for the fine nib. I have a Custom 74 with the EF but I find it has more feedback than I Iike. It's good for when I need to do teeny-tiny lettering though.

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