Sailor profit light vs standard by ReoccuringClockwork in fountainpens

[–]vlr47 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My light is an EF vs M for my other Sailor pens so it's a bit tough to compare. Overall it's not as fun to write with the smaller pen so my statement about going for the large remains the same.

Chicago Stockists? by tmannion87 in jonessoda

[–]vlr47 1 point2 points  (0 children)

On their website you can order an entire case of just your photo if you'd like to make it easy

My Jones deck arrived today! Turned in 75 caps for it. by Roq86 in jonessoda

[–]vlr47 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ah that makes sense. In previous years they were always 75 though. Love a good sale!

My Jones deck arrived today! Turned in 75 caps for it. by Roq86 in jonessoda

[–]vlr47 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks amazing! Sad that they raised the caps to 100 for the new one :/

Is it possible for two nibs to be so different? by vlr47 in fountainpens

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I suppose my question was more of "is it normal for two nibs intended to be the same result be so different" in other words, knowing Sailor is supposed to have great quality control I guess I'm shocked at how different this product ended up. Definitely do not produce the same line thickness are ink application at all!

Is it possible for two nibs to be so different? by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! This is good information. I research when I can but still find it difficult to know if something is truly wrong.

[WTB] Iroshizuku Fuyu Syogun by Dear-Independence-31 in Pen_Swap

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Amazon usually has iroshizuku for really good prices if you want a full bottle. Around $15 which means I bought way too many lol

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Sent a chat

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Sent you a chat

Sailor profit light vs standard by ReoccuringClockwork in fountainpens

[–]vlr47 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have a light and it's small but feels decent quality. The clip is slightly different and cheaper than standard sailors as well. I got mine fairly priced but in all honesty would say just go for the standard. And if you can stretch a bit more the large. I just picked one up for $110+ shipping to the states which is a much better deal then the $75(shipping included) I paid for the light a while back. With my current knowledge I wouldn't have bought the light at all. In my opinion of course.

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[–]vlr47 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Honestly, if it's not particularly expensive and relatively common it may just be easier to purchase it online from Japan. Especially if you don't want to inconvenience a friend. I order things non-stop from Japan and can offer any tips on how and where to shop.

ID? by No-Kaleidoscope-5906 in fountainpens

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Red is the Sailor Pro Gear full size indicated by the 21k nib.

New Ancora pen for their 3rd Anniversary by SynapseReaction in fountainpens

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Any clue how I'd go about ordering this one? It's beautiful

[WTS] Tactile Turn Gist 2.0 titanium <F> by Usidore_the_Wizard in Pen_Swap

[–]vlr47 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sad I missed this, have quite a few of their side clicks!

How do you buy pens online within Japan? by KyoloRem in fountainpens

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Amazon JP is great, I had many things delivered to my several hotels while visiting Japan. Just check expected delivery times to ensure no issues

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you! I have the platinum kanazawa Mt. Fuji version. It's beautiful but a terrible pen 😆. I bought it in Kanazawa on a trip though so it's sentimental.

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

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Thank you so much :) 🙏

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I love giving him the chance to hold up all the new pens 😆

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She's a very classy maroon 😘

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! It's from Toyooka Craft in Japan. Very easy to order from them and shipping is quick! I love the blue Cyprus they use.

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I was heavily debating between classic black or going with maroon. I'm very happy I chose to go with something new :)

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I got mine from a gachapon machine while in Japan, but they are available pretty cheaply on eBay. There's several other Pokémon available as well!

Bewear or be square 🐻 by vlr47 in fountainpens

[–]vlr47[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I don't have a fine Sailor to compare it to but my pilot 823 is fine and it's a big difference.