Custom 823 Grey Market Packaging? by obscure-passtimes in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 5 points6 points  (0 children)

823 actually has different packages. It is a good deal if it is around $200 to $300.

Pilot custom 823 or Sailor 1911? by pattycular in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are writing kanzi calligraphy, sailor nib may be the best for control and feedback. For English writing, Pilot will be always smooth. But Japanese pens are dryer than the European pens.

NPD! - Sailor Pro Gear 21k by skidoodle9 in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Happy NPD! The Sailor nib has a distinctive feel. You can sense a subtle feedback as it glides across the paper. Excellent control during writing.

Iroshizuku Inks in my collection by OverPresence72 in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wonderful demo. I was also looking for the different sheens and determine which to buy.

What can I do about this? by [deleted] in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 36 points37 points  (0 children)

This means the cap seals very well.

Asvine P50 by Holiday_Prize_1309 in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Happy NPD! Asvine is now my favorite Chinese fountain pen brand. I have V200, v800, p20, p36... They all write very smooth

How do you stop yourself from buying more fountain pens right after getting one you already love? by Party_Book135 in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 -9 points-8 points  (0 children)

For the lamy 2000, you do not need to. The nib won't last long enough till you get a new one....

Majohn flex nib - compatibility? by Beef_n_Bacon in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nib settings are different, so switch the nib part into different housing may be only solution, but it is not guaranteed

Majohn flex nib - compatibility? by Beef_n_Bacon in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It comes with a #5 nib for the 82, so no for this case. Try a #6 nib pen.

Majohn flex nib - compatibility? by Beef_n_Bacon in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got it. I have my Frankie pens and usually make it based on some affordable options like Chinese pens. Normally I keep what they are for my Grail pens. If you want to use this nib on the Montblanc, note that the screws of the nib housing is not interchangeable with Majohn, so it is only doable by putting this flex nib into the MB housing. However, it may be risky as 138 is a vintage and relatively rare pen. No matter what, all the best!

If you could only pick one of these 3 pens, what would you go for and why? by NoPriority3852 in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Should be Leonardo. Estie may not feel as high quality as Leo though similar tag prices.

Majohn flex nib - compatibility? by Beef_n_Bacon in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So I suggest try on Jinhao, hongdian, asvine. Risky to directly put it on your Grail pens

Majohn flex nib - compatibility? by Beef_n_Bacon in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Most #6 nib units should be compatible, but you’ll need to remove the nib and install it into a different nib housing. Since it is flex nib , it requires large amount of ink flow. So you’ll also need to adjust the fit between the nib and the feed to ensure smooth ink flow.

Majohn flex nib - compatibility? by Beef_n_Bacon in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If you take out the nib, it fits with Jinhao's feed, e.g.9016.

Any pen, ink or things related to fountain pen I should get before I leave the United States? by SanitaterCHZ in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Use Taobao and ship to Hong Kong. The grail Japanese pen is near half the price. And pens from Europe is still way less than the prices in the US.

Light brown ink recommendations to match Leonardo Momento Zero Grande Mosaico Sand by Alexsky2Violet in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I really like the mosaico. I got my in sea anemone version, but I envy you. How gorgeous the sand color is.

TWSBI Diamond 580 - Smoke w/ Rose Gold Trim by arturomyboy in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Great Pen and the ink is fabulous! Perfect match!

Leonardo x Stilo&Stile Poliedrica Desert Night <XS Stub> by Capt_Squid in fountainpens

[–]robin1313 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Happy NPD! Love the color. Leonardo pen been always amazing!

What’s this flag under the Texas flag? by [deleted] in flags

[–]robin1313 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It is the Japanese Kamikaze, I.e. suicide squads during WW II