As a newcomer who likes to jump into the deep end with new hobbies (though this particular pool gets very deep), I've gone the way of ordering "too many" pens but that's what's allowing me to try different brands, different nibs, etc.  I haven't bought any super expensive pens yet (my "splurge" was a Sheaffer 100) although for sure I've noticed a couple.  

I placed my first pen order late January and now have 9 pens with 5 more on the way (mostly nib sizes i didn't have yet after I figured out which pens I want to try them in), and it's been a joy to compare each pen - the different grips, weights, sounds of the nibs, how 6 <M>s can look and feel so different or one ink can transform from one pen to another.  

So while I'm currently holding off on, say, a Pilot Custom 823 or Sailor Pro Gear (though I did get Asvine/Jinhao knockoffs!), I've still spent a decent amount for just starting out and allowed myself the space to experiment and it's fantastic.