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[faeriemoon]

Any recommendations for a fountain pen ($50 range) for general use, i.e. not calligraphy.  A specific brand would be helpful, and a nib recommendation would help too.  I'm thinking fine or medium, but appreciate any thoughts on it.

Thanks in advance.

[Dinaki]

I would choose the beloved brand Waterman.

I do own a Waterman ball point pen in blue and I like it very much.

Actually, I did order me its refill as it went capout the old one.

[violann]

You can get a very handsome Cross Fountain Pen for about that amount, and they're very nice pens.

If it's for yourself, try some nibs in the store.

If not, try to get a gift certificate for the nib so that the recipient can select for himself or herself.

Someone who would actually USE a Fountain pen might have very specific taste in nib size and style.

[violann]

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@Dinaki wrote:

I would choose the beloved brand Waterman.

I do own a Waterman ball point pen in blue and I like it very much.

Actually, I did order me its refill as it went capout the old one.

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Excellent choice!

[EdithEllenLily]

@faeriemoon I agree with @Dinaki  ... Waterman is my favorite. For a lower price, Parker pens work nicely.

[Still Raining]

What a lovely thing to get yourself.  I have a very old one that I love.  All I write anymore is shopping lists, but still.

I would caution that over years ink has been a little more scarce and I am having a problem having my sac replaced.  There is one place way downtown, but off limits for now.  Just a thought that more modern cartilages may be easier.

[insomniac2]

I've been using fountain pens for 60 years, I prefer the Sheaffer brand (they used to be readily available, and were priced at around $5). Unfortunately, they're very difficult to find (I have bought several on ebay, along with black cartridges).

Someone bought me a Waterman pen long ago, but it just felt too dry to me.

[DrakesMomma]

I have and use fountain pens that date back to the 1940s.  I love them!  Check out Levenger dot com for pens and ink.  I've been ordering from them for about 20 years without an issue.  

I do prefer a medium nib but they do use more ink.  

[candys mine]

If you look there are catalogues from companies that offer all kinds of writing implements, levgers, journals , inks, briefcases en the like. 

The one thing i remember from the olden days of signings is, if you want your pen back, Keep hold of the Cap. 

Love the look and feel of fountain pen writing.  Never got the hang of refilling the things.

[stevieb]

@faeriemoon  I'd suggest that any 'nicer' brand will probably satisfy, but I have to admit a preference for Parker. The choice of nib is such a matter of personal preference. I don't like too fine a line so lean toward a medium choice myself.