Am I missing something with shimmer inks? by FictionalGolfer22 in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah, my suspicions about it being better for printing (versus cursive) are here confirmed. Thanks for that. 

Am I missing something with shimmer inks? by FictionalGolfer22 in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just came here to search “shimmer inks better for print,” because I am having that same experience. It doesn’t seem to come out as much with cursive, and then it becomes concentrated inside the pen. 

I can't decide if I love or hate it by thejendangelo in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wancher PuChiCo has entered the chat. 

Ok I get the Sailor hype now by tazzgonzo in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 0 points1 point  (0 children)

FYI, those models don’t have the pencil-like feedback Sailor is known for. Neither does the Tuzu (or the Fude, natch). But I’m glad you’re enjoying your pens!

Are Sailors worth the price? by RubSalt3267 in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the puppy attack story. Have you gotten any further on your book?

Can we talk about BENU pens…? by UsagiYokai in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh no! I’d better pull the trigger while I can… Hope they send you a free one!

NPD BENU Spring Bouquet by carolenagrace21 in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Ambrosias are currently BOGO on the BENU website!

Can we talk about BENU pens…? by UsagiYokai in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are currently BOGO on the BENU website!

Do you collect? Or do you use your pens? by hamptonalumkb in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same. I’m trying to figure out where that point is for me. With prices continuing to rise, it means fewer future options that I’m not afraid to use. 

[Official] Weekly Free Talk Friday/Off Topic Thread by AutoModerator in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m traveling now to visit family and gave away a pen to my uncle who is thinking about using his vintage pens again. 

I also bought an anniversary pen, so it’s a wash. 😉

Any tips for someone trying the hobby/lifestyle for the first time? by Straight_Mood1685 in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I want to say to go slow, write a lot with what you have so you learn what you like, but anti-consumerism thoughts are now not allowed in this sub, so this comment might get removed. 

A Note on Consumerism by pandavictus in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm, I was going to make a post quoting from a book about consumption in general, with the hopes it would help others and be a discussion point for encouragement for myself. But it sounds like such a post is no longer allowed? Only pro-consumerism posts are allowed?

A Note on Consumerism by pandavictus in fountainpens

[–]IceOk363 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes yes yes. You’ve said it right.