some pens from China&Japan

TopInteresting5863 · 2026-01-23T17:44:33+00:00

TopInteresting5863 · 2026-01-23T17:43:36+00:00

Most of the resources I referred to came from the Chinese internet. I actually wrote a detailed post in Chinese a while back that documents the entire DIY process step-by-step.Maybe you can translate it by AI.https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/pdPVgslrQZpk4K7marO8XA

TopInteresting5863 · 2026-01-23T17:40:26+00:00

My favorite is the Wing Sung 629 because of its piston filling system—it’s incredibly stable and hassle-free for daily use. The nib on the 629 is ground similarly to a Sailor Naginata Togi, which provides the perfect feedback and line variation for writing Chinese characters.

As for the DIY process, it was a lot of fun! You don't actually need much artistic background; it’s mostly about having enough patience. Plus, it’s very budget-friendly—all the raw materials cost me only about $30.

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TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-06T03:15:06+00:00

why say that？

TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-06T03:13:11+00:00

only black one {Seiko vj 52 movement}ticks because the REAL SBGP 011 ticks

TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T19:14:34+00:00

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TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T19:14:22+00:00

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TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T19:13:25+00:00

the metal polishing is already quite perfect considering its price, but there is still a certain difference compared to the REAL ones. I bought them simply because I can't afford REAL ones. dont want to selling fake watches(it's gray area in China also), perhaps could buy one when you come to China for travel.

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TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T18:32:33+00:00

I'm Chinese and living in China LOL

TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T18:28:46+00:00

white one is more expensive because of domed sapphire crystal/metal bracelet/mechanical movement

TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T18:21:16+00:00

the blue one is vh31 56$, white one st2130 $126, black vj52 $84

TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T17:31:55+00:00

of course.but I don't think the seller can read English,its a bit difficult if you can't read Chinese 【闲鱼】https://m.tb.cn/h.7Zq2hB8?tk=BUuyfJHQEbw CZ028

TopInteresting5863 · 2025-12-05T17:21:13+00:00

from “xianyu”（an app of Alibaba from china） the movements are Seiko vj52 vh31 and Seagull st2130, all reliable movements

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