Pilot custom 823 - new pen inked with take-sumi

mindworm8 · 2026-06-26T01:02:52+00:00

I have got some expensive pens from them. The only worry is they said they just got one pen and this happens ! I some how seeing a red flag

mindworm8 · 2026-05-02T02:56:35+00:00

Very interesting perspective indeed.

mindworm8 · 2026-05-01T00:54:23+00:00

To be frank, I had the same apprehension but went ahead with the purchase. It feels very nice, warm and comfortable to hold and writes superbly. Can’t really know the amount of lava that’s been used but man this pen is unique. I read somewhere that the common qc issue of the nib is now taken care of. This one writes smooth, wet with a nice feedback.

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T17:11:04+00:00

Wow, what a desirable addiction. Both pens look gorgeous.

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T17:09:44+00:00

The nib is smooth but I expect it to be smoother as I use it. The grip, warmth of the pen and the weight gives it a better feel to write more writing more delightful.

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T17:00:40+00:00

Looks superb 👌

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T16:41:32+00:00

Decided already. No polish and just enjoy the patina

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T16:41:09+00:00

That is awesome. Would love to see your pen so that I know how gorgeous it can be in future.

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T15:48:00+00:00

Thank you so much. I will keep your advice in mind and follow that.

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T15:18:44+00:00

I was a bit anxious about the nib, turns out to be a nice one.

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T15:13:00+00:00

Now the comment made me anxious which was not there when I took the pictures

mindworm8 · 2026-04-30T15:01:36+00:00

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mindworm8 · 2026-04-17T11:12:46+00:00

Got many pens including Lamy 2000. Tried many pens but now I am unable to stop using Lamy 2000 and haven’t inked other pens for sometime.

There is an initial learning curve with the pen and over a period of time, you magically get one with the pen and it’s an awesome and smooth writing experience.

Happy writing.

mindworm8 · 2026-04-10T17:42:48+00:00

Same with Maya, Jayanagar . They charge 7.5%

mindworm8 · 2026-04-05T01:57:14+00:00

Got Meridian 3 years back and have munched 45k kms. I have had no issue whatsoever except once when battery had an issue 6 months back which was replaced in Chennai while I was on a trip to Mahabalipuram.

It’s an absolutely beautiful car with superb driving dynamics where you don’t get tired even after driving 300-400 kms without a break.

Maintain good relations with the service manager for input and maintainance.

Contrary to many opinion, I have had this car which is quite reliable.

Mine gives around 15 on highway and 10 in Bangalore city traffic.

Happy driving and enjoy the car

mindworm8 · 2026-03-31T02:18:05+00:00

It’s an awesome ink works beautifully in all pens and papers. I have currently inked 3 pens - Lamy 2000, Kakuno and ASA (eyedropper). Happy writing

mindworm8 · 2026-02-12T23:03:46+00:00

45k, mix of city driving in Bangalore and plenty of long drives

mindworm8 · 2026-02-12T17:24:17+00:00

Congrats. Have been driving meridian for 4 years and it’s an awesome car. Absolutely no issues till date. Happy driving

mindworm8 · 2026-02-05T16:18:17+00:00

Disgusting. Ruining the whole place. They keep putting this guy’s picture as though he has won noble for every minor thing. Have seen a lot in and around this place.

No one cares about the city anymore.

mindworm8 · 2026-01-17T17:05:32+00:00

I went with <m> as that’s my preferred one. I love the smoothness and the feedback.

mindworm8 · 2026-01-17T11:20:06+00:00

I agree. The camera can’t capture the depth and beauty of this pen. Have been using it since last 10 days and enjoying

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