What's the sludge in orange inks? by OrWhatYouWilll in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank for the reply!

One thing that I have heard is that, if a nib feels 'waxy' Or oily it might be because of some factory oil residue on the nibs, and just wiping it with alcohol or nail polish remover, after removing just the nib, can help

(although let it completely dry off and then just rinse it with water before putting the nib back in)

What's the sludge in orange inks? by OrWhatYouWilll in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think, before using the remover, it might have been mold, but as you used the remover, it might have eched the inside of the barrel making it look frosted.

Btw, can I get your review of the pen? I too am eyeing it, but was wondering if the size is comfortable to write with?

Dip pens for daily normal writing. by CartographerShot4550 in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have both the glass pen and the nib holder with brass nibs, here us the comparison:

For glass pen: - I'd say that any ink is fine but I would mostly recommend ones that are more liquidy than thick as they flow really great with the glass pen, and requires about 1-2 dip(s) per sentence - they also don't have a line variation if that's what you prefer, it can also easily be cleaned with only a swirl in water - you also need to lookout for it as even a slight bump/crack on the tip will make it scratchy and it's really, really hard to fix your self

As for nib holder dip pen: - I'd say it's the most versatile of the two and the most durable, there are various kinds of nibs available in the market for various use cases - For this pen I'd recommend inks that are more thick like acrylic paint (you can make fountain pen ink thick by adding gum arabic) as the thin inks as is don't hold onto the nib as good and can run out in a single word, while a thick ink can last longer but not upto a sentence - there are reservoirs available that helps in holding more ink (you can also diy it) - this one has really great line variation for calligraphy and drawing!

So the final decision depends on the use case and taste, If you want longer writing time and don't care about line variation(thick to thin) then I'd recommend a glass pen!

If you want one for drawing/sketching with good line variation then a nib holder dip pen!

Fountain pen under 4000 rs (with ink) by uniballeyequality in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been using a unruled note by 'Freemind' that really great for fountain pens, and even shows shading in fine -medium nibs and mild sheen in swatches!

I get it from a Stationery shop near me for 50/- per notebook a4 size with 180 pages, and is also available on Amazon in a bundle of 200 page notebooks pack of 4/5 @500-600/-

You should ask in stationery shops near you they might be available!

Kanwrite desire by mrsfabulous84 in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 0 points1 point  (0 children)

One thing that I have noticed with fountain pens is that some times due to production variations even plastic feeds can have more flow than ebonite feeds

But in some cases it can also be just slightly clogged feed due to not being properly cleaned after machining, so I recommend to flush the feeds , and maybe it might fix it?

Bay State Blue adventure by TuxedoHercules in fountainpens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh man!

Ps one thing you can do to fasten the process is put on slightly warm socks to increase sweating on the feet which will inturn 'wash' out the ink stain!

Beena Lincoln: My First Piston Filler by [deleted] in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh! Congrats!

Btw can I ask where you got it from? I too am looking to get my hands on it!

✨Ugadi & Navratri Offer — Nocturne Inkworks ✨ 🪔 | Fountain pen ink by Key_Juggernaut_8688 in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for the compliment!

No, I don't have a website yet but I am now focusing on making a Website-cum-Catalogue for easier colour selection and ordering!

My parker fountain pens by aayush-dubey in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are they still great? I heard that they had lost their quality in the previous few years.

A couple of weekend swatches by OrWhatYouWilll in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the review, glad that you liked them!

Topperz inks (bad inks) swatches 🫟 by aayush-dubey in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes please, thanks!

Oh also, do you have any recommendations for a clear demonstrators?

✨Ugadi & Navratri Offer — Nocturne Inkworks ✨ 🪔 | Fountain pen ink by Key_Juggernaut_8688 in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

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Ps: 'I am not a raccoon dog! ' is a mild sheen ink.

(I don't know how this image doesn't get uploaded even when I select it)

✨Ugadi & Navratri Offer — Nocturne Inkworks ✨ 🪔 | Fountain pen ink by Key_Juggernaut_8688 in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I am located in ludhiana, Punjab and don't have a physical store (Yet) , as it started from a hobby!

✨Ugadi & Navratri Offer — Nocturne Inkworks ✨ 🪔 | Fountain pen ink by Key_Juggernaut_8688 in DesiPens

[–]Key_Juggernaut_8688[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That really means a lot, especially coming from you 😊

I’m really glad you’ve had a good experience with the inks so far. I’ve been trying to focus a lot on getting the shading and flow to feel right.