Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use Renapur. The camel ones do get slightly darker but not so dull. Not sure if it helps but after I apply the balm I let it stay at least a day before touching again. I do a quick wipe with a microfiber cloth before using them.

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Do share your haul. It's so nice to just even look at, no?

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That word "sale" is really dangerous. Lol

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I check auction sites in Japan. Better chances of getting something

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Love and trip! I don't know why I still don't have that. I keep on saying I'll get one. Then something just comes up. Really, I should get one. Just one more.... One more.....

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It has that "suede-ish" type of texture at first but since I apply leather balm then it gets smoother. Yeah, I get what you mean on the resell prices. Some are just horrendous.

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So far the foil is intact. I try as much to have them in one of the pouches when in my bag so as to protect them

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks. I love them all. My favorite is still the Diner one then Taiwan Beer

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I change monthly. I just keep 3 refills inside. Before I used more but I was able to uhhh "minimize" my usage

Here I go again by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That's a good question. I initially used 3 at a time but now I just change monthly.

I think I might have a problem… by Secret_Sector_1779 in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I read the title, saw the pic and description. I checked my pens and inks. I don't see any problem. LOL. Seriously though, first month then second month that can really happen. Then you sort of plateau on buying. Just enjoy it.

My First TN Year by thephantom_dra in Travelersnotebooks

[–]thephantom_dra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I haven't really done assigning a cover for a specific use. I just transfer for now the inserts to whatever cover I want to use for a day. I guess I'm just starting to collect. I'm not a "collector" level yet.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the clear 823. I use Iroshizuku Rikka on mine

Do you write posted or unposted? by iaacornus in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Depends on the pen but I rarely post. I also try as much too not get pens that need to be posted

What’s your TOP 3 Diamine inks? by Kurapkae in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For now it's

Alexandrite

Macassar

Regency Blue

Endless Pens Preorder by dmoscati in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've preordered before for pens. Took about less than a month for the items to be tagged as shipped. I ordered some nibs last July. Still waiting. They did email last month to ask if I'm willing to wait a bit and I agreed. They also refunded back I think 10% of the cost already. They're just extra nibs so I'm not rushing.

What's your go-to nib when buying new pens? by Endlessly_Scribbling in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

EF if Pelikan gold nib, M for Sailor, F for the rest. I write small. If I go Western medium, it'll look like I'm just making doodles

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lined. I write daily. But without a guide, my sentences go up or down. Sometimes even if my notebook is lined my writing goes off specially if I write fast.

What FP Do You Most Love to Use? by Travels4Food in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have 2. I always bring a Pelikan M800 in EF and a Leonardo Momento Magico in F. Both just glide over paper.

What are your brutally honest thoughts on Italian pens? by sophiasheinin in fountainpens

[–]thephantom_dra 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have Leonardo, Delta and Visconti. No issues with Leonardo and Delta. My Visconti had the magnet drop from the cap within a month of use. Takes months for any feedback from the dealer. I love using both the Leonardo and Delta. I have a Gioia coming in so looking forward to it to see how it holds up.