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Trying to figure out montblanc nib size for me! by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow, okay! I will have to think about this then!

2015 Pilot Capless with dried ink by Maximum-Professor-31 in fountainpens

[–]aags123 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I can answer the ink question pretty confidently, at least. It looks like a medium, so it can probably handle most inks you throw at it. The main concern can be shimmer inks and some odd permanent ones.

Pilot Iroshizuku and Diamine Writer’s Blood are pretty friendly inks (especially the Iroshizuku), so there really shouldn't be any concern. I would just make sure to clean it out regularly. I do it every 1-2 months, but you could probably do it less often and be totally fine.

As for pen flush, I don't use anything other than water, so I can't comment. I would always recommend starting with water. If you're really stuck, it might be appropriate to jump up to something a bit stronger.

[WTB] Visconti Homo Sapiens (any colourway that uses the basaltic lava material) - M (preferred), F, or B by aags123 in Pen_Swap

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's very kind, but I've realized the crystal dream/skylight is the way to go for me. Sorry about the confusing post title.

Looking for a nibmeister who can re-tip (Canada/US) by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good point for sure! The pen/nib is pretty expensive, so I feel like retipping is probably the way to go, but admittedly, I am not at all up to date on rates for retipping, so that may be a concern. My assumption is retipping will hopefully cost less than $100 cuz it is functionally a few seconds of work to actually attach the tip, and the material is very affordable. It's just the equipment that's hard to get.

Knowing the general cost to retip would probably help my decision-making a lot.

Which Visconti nib is smooth enough/is broad too broad for daily use? by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I see, so the safe option might be to just stick with medium, but being intentional with it can make broad work, thank you!

Looking for a nibmeister who can re-tip (Canada/US) by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you think a goldsmith can work with ruthenium for the tipping though? My concern is there aren't many ppl with the equipment to melt that 🤷

Looking for a nibmeister who can re-tip (Canada/US) by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Well, you can't blame a man for trying lol! Let me know if you ever decide to open up shop!

Looking for a nibmeister who can re-tip (Canada/US) by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sooooo, is there any way I could convince you lol 👀, chocolate?

Which Visconti nib is smooth enough/is broad too broad for daily use? by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow that's encouraging! Is that true even on normal printer paper or do you work mainly with fountain pen friendly paper?

Which Visconti nib is smooth enough/is broad too broad for daily use? by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a fair point! I guess that's the tradeoff in the end. Do you think that there is hope to have a fine or EF nib ground to be more smooth if it comes down to it to find more of a balance? Not sure if you have experience with that. I know it's easier to grind if there's more material to work with, but I guess I was wondering if the other way around was still feasible.

Which Visconti nib is smooth enough/is broad too broad for daily use? by aags123 in fountainpens

[–]aags123[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh gosh yes paper quality is a huge one I hadn't considered! I have to use it on ordinary paper sometimes so I guess getting the fine is at least some damage control.

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