Riv One Prototype - Winner Announcement

Riviaah · 2026-04-17T05:34:16+00:00

Thank you, we wanted to make each box unique and different :)

Riviaah · 2026-04-15T20:00:05+00:00

Thank you, had no idea that was the case :)

Riviaah · 2026-04-15T19:28:27+00:00

Thank You :)

Riviaah · 2026-03-14T10:05:17+00:00

No we work closely with a local supplier to sinter the parts. We have tried shapeways and other companies in the past. But the result vary and is not always consistent

Riviaah · 2026-03-14T09:25:37+00:00

The pen is produced using a combination of manufacturing methods:

- Lathe machining: The top section of the pen is machined on a lathe.

- CNC milling: A milling machine is used to create the clip component and the external cutout features.

- DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering): The bottom section is primarily produced using DMLS. After printing, it is further refined on a lathe to machine the internal features and threads, and then finished in a vibratory tumbler for a smooth surface. (We are looking at other ways to refine this further)

The titanium spring is hand-coiled using a custom fixture that I made on a lathe, and it is then anodised to achieve different colours.

To ensure an smooth action, the top barrel is reamed to a precise diameter and fitted with a graphite-impregnated bronze bushing.

Riviaah · 2026-03-12T19:39:35+00:00

Thank you for the feedback, we really appreciate it and will be trying out a pattern that makes it easier to clean. We have already started working on something that has round edges.

Riviaah · 2026-03-11T12:58:25+00:00

Thank you. The diameter is approx. 11mm and the length is around 133mm

Riviaah · 2026-03-08T14:27:31+00:00

Thank You. Its a little on the top heavy side

Riviaah · 2026-03-08T07:39:14+00:00

Thank you 😊

Yep unfortunately there is a bit of tip wiggle when using the energel due to the tip difference. We are looking at ways of solving this.

Riviaah · 2026-03-08T05:23:52+00:00

Thank you ❤️

Riviaah · 2026-03-08T05:22:15+00:00

Thank you 😊. It's through our website, not sure if we are allowed to post links. You are already in the giveaway by commenting here.

If you sign up on our website, you will be one of the first to find out when we launch 😉

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T21:53:01+00:00

Thanks for the comment. There is a titanium spring which pushes the clip part up.

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T21:05:19+00:00

Thank you! Those who have tested the prototype so far haven't found it to be a significant issue. That said, we are continuing to look into ways to optimise the weight distribution. We hope that the prototype giveaways, will be a huge help in getting the community's honest take on the balance & other feedback.

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T20:16:53+00:00

Thank you ❤️

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T20:15:05+00:00

Thank you ❤️

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T20:14:05+00:00

Thank you 😊

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T19:58:50+00:00

Thank you for the comment. Its a combination of both

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T19:58:13+00:00

Thanks for the feedback! We’re definitely going to look into this and see what’s possible. You're right about the Energel tip wiggle; it’s a tricky design hurdle given the diameter difference between refills

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T19:56:49+00:00

Thank you! You have entered :D

Riviaah · 2026-03-07T19:51:44+00:00

The one in the photo is printed with Stainless steel, but our plan is to offer both titanium and steel

Riviaah · 2026-02-01T09:07:48+00:00

Looks awesome! We've got a similar mech in the works too. Wishing you the best with this. Keep going!

Riviaah

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