New Pen

[craigb84]

Ok, not in the right section maybe but I generally find that dudes who know watches also know pens.

I'm looking at either the Montegrappa Neruno or the Pelikan Ductus 3100, maybe the M600 (but I don't like the gold). Both in rollerball as I can't really use a fountain pen (plus I think I'd be too young to pull one off).

Anything else I should consider?

[craigb84]

I really like that!!!! A lot!!

I'll pop down to the pen shop and try a fountain then. I only really remember using a really cheap Parker fountain many years ago so perhaps an expensive fountain will have a much better feel (and won't leave massive blotches all over the paper).

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sparkyhx said:

hmmmm - can't really say I get expensive ballpoints/rollerballs - fountain pens all the way for me. - you will be happy with any of your choices. Just don't go Mont Blanc like all the other sheep.

If you want to try a cheap but quality pountain pen to see if you can live with one, try the TWSBI 'demonstrators' - superb quality. I have 3 on the go at the moment - different colours - matching with same colour ink :-)

I won't, don't worry. Besides, most people would probably assume it's fake anyways. Thats exactly what I don't want.

I've actually got a gold/silver Cross fountain that I've never used. I'll get some cartridges for that first I think.

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LooneyTunes said:

Sorry, got carried away with big pens!

Back on topic:
In addition to the M600, Pelikan also offer the M605 (silver not gold). They do it in rollerball I think... but FP is the way to go!

Have you written with the NeroUno? Even though I used to like my (sadly lost) Rotring 600, I couldn't get to grips with the shape of those when I tried one. Preferred the Expressione myself, but world would be a boring place if everyone liked the same things.

Oh, and if you do join the FP crowd, make sure you finish the job by choosing a decent ink!

I've looked for the 605 (high and low) but Pelikan no longer seem to make them so I think I'm settled on the M805 FP in striped blue for around £230 delivered. I'll then find a decent ballpoint as a jotting/notes pen. The Sailor Sapporo would fit the bill nicely....or another decent Cross. I really liked my last one but it's rather battered and bruised (it's served me well for 10 years though).

Suddenly I've just gone from buying one to buying two pens.

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chrisispringles said:

If you like Cross pens then have a look at the Townsend fountain pen. It is pretty good value for what it is, has a lifetime warranty and is something else entirely to write with, I love mine.

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The Townsend is actually the one I have....but in gold / chrome and ballpoint.

[craigb84]

Purchase made. I went for this (M600).



I tried the 800 but it was just too big and a bit uncomfortable. The 600 sat perfectly. I tried their standard medium nib but it seemed a bit thick so I've gone fine. Got the Pelikan 2 pen leather holder too for half price.

Having thought about it a £100 pen for jotting / scribbling seems daft but i may in time buy the rollerball to make a pair if i'm feeling particularly flush one day.

I've been opened up to a whole new world though and I could easily have spent thousands today!!

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I have to say that having used the Pelikan for a few weeks now it is fantastic to write with. I think I've fallen a bit lucky really but definitely money well spent. The Pelikan ink is perfect for now (and reasonable value) but I may experiment in time. I'm also convinced that my writing style has improved.

Thanks to all for the advice.