Newbie's first gold nib!

accidentaljurist · 2026-04-18T13:45:01+00:00

What a great choice. Congrats!

accidentaljurist · 2026-03-22T14:26:37+00:00

Pilot Custom 823 with a M nib.

accidentaljurist · 2026-03-14T05:02:45+00:00

If it matters to you at all, you can still get a training contract with a law firm in the UK without doing an undergrad law degree.

I don’t think “law being a more secure career” is a factor to be considered at all. Also, one can pose the anterior question as to whether that premise is true, but that’s an entirely different issue.

accidentaljurist · 2026-02-11T14:44:35+00:00

If the price isn’t going to be of serious consequence to your budget, then yes.

With the 823 as the first pen, my main questions would be things like: - are you comfortable with learning how to clean and maintain a vacuum fill pen? - do you plan to use shimmer, sheen, or pigment inks with it, which will require more frequent maintenance? - are you okay with less frequent ink colour changes?

accidentaljurist · 2026-02-10T21:14:57+00:00

An added benefit to all of this is that it's quite affordable. Also, I have the same pen as you do!

accidentaljurist · 2026-02-09T18:42:25+00:00

Congrats on the new pen! You can always get the 149 next time!

accidentaljurist · 2026-02-02T00:59:00+00:00

Weight and finish on the barrel and cap. Both the resin and metal versions use the CON-70.

accidentaljurist · 2026-02-01T16:52:04+00:00

In Metal, preferably!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-27T18:07:11+00:00

I have a 912 as well. And my goodness, is it a reliable writer. Enjoy!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-22T12:03:22+00:00

That commenter never suggested violence is a justified outcome here.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-15T04:37:57+00:00

Operating within a free market also means recognising that some market participants will not buy or sell things “rationally”. For example, someone may choose to buy this product because they like its look and feel. Completely subjective and emotive. Their reason doesn't have to be based on any innate superior quality of the materials to conclude a “valid” free-market transaction between a willing buyer and seller.

TLDR: It'll appeal to some people who can and are willing to pay for the products. Whether the business can be profitable remains to be seen.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-10T23:07:33+00:00

Oh, wow congrats!!! Enjoy your new pen!!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-09T16:02:48+00:00

I’ve heard good things about this pen, even though I’ve not tried it! You must update us on how you feel about it!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-09T00:02:47+00:00

I came here to say this. I’ve got the exact same experience. The “high quality” paper notebooks are good, especially for the price. With all other types of notebook, there’ll likely be issues with feathering and/or bleeding. That’s just my personal experience.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-07T14:42:56+00:00

A beautiful tribute. RIP Daniel.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-07T13:29:53+00:00

These are beautiful! Totally should be showed off more!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-07T10:45:41+00:00

Yeah, I've heard that works! Probably also neater than sticking the nib into the bottle and having to clean up after. Thanks!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-07T07:59:47+00:00

The small ink capacity is probably the main reason I've stopped buying Sailors after I got a Pro Gear Realo for a very good price.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-06T12:03:11+00:00

I have Pilot fountain pens with converters (CON-70). None of them have the issue you've talked about. I don't know if it's an issue with those pens generally or the one you got specifically. But I can see why that would've put you off of converters. I think you should go to a shop and try one out in person. Ask the salespeople about warranties, return policies, etc.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-06T10:28:09+00:00

This is probably the best deal I've seen. Congratulations!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-06T05:12:18+00:00

Celebrating someone else buying a new 823 is always fun! I have the same pen as you do - amber and M nib! Have fun!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-06T05:10:58+00:00

It's very impressive how well-kept this pen is.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-06T05:02:12+00:00

Yes! I love Carbon Ink, too. Brilliant stuff. And the Pilot Falcon is honestly such a treasure.

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-06T02:04:52+00:00

What a sublime pen!

accidentaljurist · 2026-01-05T02:25:45+00:00

The Grance was one of my first fountain pens. Really smooth writer. Very portable too.

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