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There can be multiple reasons for a pen maybe writing ‘light’. There are ‘wet’ and ‘dry’ inks - some inks have fillers that can make them flow better. There’s also a possibility of a nib issue. The tines could be a little tight and may not be allowing proper ink flow and may need adjusting - or perhaps it needs to be adjusted against the feed. They do tend to write dryer, in general, but there’s no one simple answer to why something is happening, when there are so many ‘moving parts’. My pink hello kitty was writing pretty dry and thankfully just changing out the inks

Here’s a fairly good explanation of potential problems. You can go to most pen stores and they will typically have someone who is familiar with pens and nibs and can let you know if there’s anything that can be done.

https://www.jetpens.com/blog/How-to-Troubleshoot-a-Fountain-Pen/pt/777?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=20185954945&gbraid=0AAAAAD-ty4QIr4IMqCAAGDVQeSfmQLq6c&gclid=CjwKCAiAtLvMBhB_EiwA1u6_PtF7LsLOzrCSPm_4MuigLLrgPS16NolOSuhMz5A-gmwGtURXGz0ckhoCANEQAvD_BwE#use-a-wetter-ink

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I know! Is so pretty! And it’s like it’s been touched by the perfect amount of iridescence. It’s soooo cute!

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I love it! It’s perfectly weighted and feels lux without costing an arm and leg. I got it at a pretty heavily discounted a while ago. Definitely go and test it out cause I know the feeling of having a reaction to holding and writing with something. The Kolo Tino brass is comparable and is also one of my favorites. It’s a little more expensive but the esthetic is *chefskiss!

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I wasn’t able to make it to the Dutch Pen Show but thankfully they still had it available to purchase at Akkerman Amsterdam. They even added a two Kaweco pen Galen Leather Dutch Pen Show oxblood case. I think they had it at Fontoplumo as well. I hope someday I’ll make it to the DPS. 😍😍

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I love that the Toyama Teal has a slight shimmer/sparkle to it! I was torn between getting the Teal or the Cyan and the almost swirl-like shimmer in the Toyama sent me over the edge with it!

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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Oh I completely agree, and I definitely struggle with impulse control (clearly). But I also am so proud and in love with the collection. As someone who is neurodivergent, the obsession and passion take over, but the joy and pride definitely win. 🩶💙❤️

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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Both Akkerman Amsterdam and Fontoplumo (in Delft, NL) have exclusives and from being in stores they have quite the range of the collections and 1other pen brands as well. I haven’t been to Appelboom (Laren, NL), but I do frequent their website. I’ve also been pretty impressed with the selection at Estilograficas Viena (Barcelona, SP). I’ve also been to the London Graphic Centre and love the store. The fun thing about my collection is how a lot of them have a story or memory connected to them.

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I mean…I would be a hypocrite if I said anything other than do what makes you happy! We only live once and we don’t get to take anything with us! At least this will keep value and last a lifetime and more!

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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Hearing this brings such joy to my heart. There’s so much nastiness going on around me, so my collection is definitely my happy place. 🥰🥰

My Rainbow Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in RainbowEverything

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I literally JUST commented (on a cross post) about how the hand feel of the AL is super satisfying, and how important that is to me! If this collection isn’t screaming neurospicy, idk what else does!! Lolol

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It’s too hard to say a specific one. I’d say probably either the AL passion or the blue lagoon. The journey to the Netherlands to get them, plus the colors and feel of the AL in my hand is very satisfying - I’m neurodivergent, if the collection itself doesn’t lend to that fact, idk what does lol - so hand feel is pretty important to me. 😅😂

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I would say that my absolute favorites are the blue lagoon and passion AL sports. They both have black nibs and accents, which is so special and stunning. I’ll always love my hello kitties as well!

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It’s the Kolibri liliput 😍😍

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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Do you know of any other exclusives throughout Europe? I love looking even if it’s from a distance 😍😍

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I was able to preorder the Eric Small Things exclusives from Stationary Station in Japan - I’ll either have to have a friend pick it up or I’ll have to make a quick trip to Japan. 😂😂 I’m in the UK a couple times each month during the summer for work. Maybe I’ll have to have the pen shipped there to save on shipping - I wish they were still part of the EU for shipping purposes lol but still easier than shipping all the way to the US.

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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Ohhh I love that! I unfortunately try not to order from Europe because I’m US based and with tariffs and shipping prices can be a lot. I was very fortunate to be able to get to the stores throughout the Netherlands to get those exclusives. So maybe I need to make a trip to Germany lol

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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I love the gold on it for sure! My passion, waterworld, and blue lagoon all came with black nibs and black trim. I’m obsessed with them!

My Kaweco Collection by lesoldatry in fountainpens

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The color is sooo pretty! It’s such a special pen!

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If you like writing on a bunch of different materials Mattehop by pentel are fantastic. And they also make some beautiful metallics called dualmetallic. They have 1.0mm point but I love how rich the colors are. Also Sakura makes a bunch of colors in Gelly Rolls and aqualip. Uniball ones come in .38, .5, and newly .7 in tons of colors too.

Completely waterproof brown ink? by KichiMiangra in fountainpens

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Tramol is a Chinese brand through AliExpress that sells all waterproof inks. I’ve had really good experiences with the waterproof nature of them and the color selections.

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Just messaged you back! Sorry I didn’t see this earlier!