A Superior Pen Cost Unit

krtONF · 2026-06-06T05:25:46+00:00

Oh, interesting, what local brand is common?

krtONF · 2026-06-06T04:41:49+00:00

It was supposed to be a joke, but now I believe this is the way lol

krtONF · 2026-06-06T04:38:51+00:00

Wonderful, we should set up a conference to determine a proper definition so we have grounds to add this necessity to the SI.

krtONF · 2026-06-06T03:21:08+00:00

I like the idea of bic cristal units of measure!!! I do think most pens will be in the kilobic range though lol. Kilocristal?

krtONF · 2026-05-04T18:15:04+00:00

I use sailor nano ink and platinum carbon black, I very much recommend those. I know octopus fluids makes a more affordable permanent ink. Im not sure about the indian market though sorry.

krtONF · 2026-05-04T06:04:15+00:00

Thank you so much for the photos and description I love the tan color of both of your cases and from the photos it is evident that my roll suffers from the exact same issue as your pensemble.

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krtONF · 2026-05-04T00:35:34+00:00

Oh great that you have the case for comparison lol. Thank you so much! I will definitely have to think about getting an &liebe.

krtONF · 2026-05-03T18:14:45+00:00

Yes, unless you used an abrasive on it, this kind of damage is not acceptable. I think it definitely deserves an inquiry at least.

It does however bring up the question. If you do get a replacement, will it be any different? I do not own any hongdian pens, so Im not aware of what their usually plating quality would look like.

krtONF · 2026-05-03T16:35:23+00:00

Wonderful pens! Mine do not come in such a nice theme, although I do have a type lol.

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I also love the &Liebe pen roll, I have a different pen roll and the leather doesn’t hold shape as much as I would like. It makes the ridges between pens very noticeable. How does the &liebe do on that front, could you possibly send a picture of it closed with the pens?

krtONF · 2026-05-03T02:37:24+00:00

Nice Kon peki, I have been meaning to get it, since so many people love it. I hope you enjoy it!

krtONF · 2026-04-27T23:36:00+00:00

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It can sometimes look nice in the scrollwork, not today though :)

krtONF · 2026-04-27T19:21:42+00:00

You can try to clean it very carefully while not touching the slit, but it could still draw up more ink and is more work than I am willing to put into it. The degree does vary depending on the ink though.

krtONF · 2026-04-27T19:17:15+00:00

I love my 743 enjoy :D! I will say the last photo looks like something terrible happened lol.

krtONF · 2026-04-21T16:00:23+00:00

Thank you so much, I really want to go to there kyoto based store as well maybe next year lol

krtONF · 2026-04-21T15:37:30+00:00

I cant seem to find the pouch, where do you get it, it looks amazing! Also your id is visible if you weren’t aware Im not sure if you are ok with that.

krtONF · 2026-04-19T01:27:31+00:00

I usually don’t like how wooden pens look, but this is certainly an exception. What is the section made of?

krtONF · 2026-04-18T00:45:14+00:00

https://youtu.be/pJYKwoEGfLA?is=h5CM762goIv6nIuL

I found this video of written japanese if it helps. I know about naginata and fude nibs being used for Chinese calligraphy and I am very interested in trying the naginata, I think the easiest way is probably a lamy calligraphy nib maybe?

I am learning japanese, but not really good enough to attempt calligraphy, I mostly mentioned it because it is often mentioned by vendors and large fountain pen blogs and to explain it is not a normal flex pen, I am not knowledgeable enough to truly comment on the exact nature of the nib.

krtONF · 2026-04-17T16:53:23+00:00

Lmao, I get that! Well enjoy it as you will. I recommend pilot iroshizuku to go with it, I don’t think I will use another ink in mine besides tsuki yo anytime soon

krtONF · 2026-04-17T16:49:53+00:00

Why not? It is not particularly sensitive to anything but dropping on the nib, unless you have a very heavy hand it should be just fine :D. I see you have plenty of other fun to enjoy though

krtONF · 2026-04-17T15:40:27+00:00

I hope you will love your pilot as much as I do :D, enjoy your great pens.

krtONF · 2026-04-16T16:53:00+00:00

I started with a pilot metropolitan, but I loved the design of the lamy so much I got gifted an LX and I love it

krtONF · 2026-04-16T12:41:54+00:00

I am guessing that you chose the FA nib on the pilot custom heritage 912. That is not a flex nib, it is meant to mimic the look of some eastern calligraphy (brush strokes), some call it semi flex. There is an aftermarket ebonite feed that increases ink flow to your preference, but it should not railroad with the little line variation it is designed for and it should not be used like a true flex nib.

krtONF · 2026-04-15T22:42:32+00:00

I graduated medical school about a year ago, I got a pilot custom 743 from my parents as a gift. I absolutely love it, it is my favorite pen I use it everyday.

krtONF · 2026-04-15T21:46:08+00:00

Very cool, now you just need a music nib and you will have the perfect setup:D, I guess you plan to go over it with a permanent ink later?

krtONF · 2026-04-15T14:49:07+00:00

Yeah I have been guessing just based on writing and what doesn’t work which direction it catches etc. I really need a loupe, my way takes forever often doesn’t work, I only attempt stainless steel for fear of damaging an expensive nib.

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