@Sage04
@Sage04 wrote:
Is it possible to use different nibs in the same fountain pen?
Are they called fountain pens because you can refill them? Why?
This makes me feel like I´m in elementary school again.
Now I´m losing it. Middle School.
@Sage04 Yes, some pens will use different nibs. I believe some of the Lamy will do that, and they have a lot of models under $50. And I know some of the Pelikans have nibs that you can screw in and out. Pelikans and Auroras are probably my favorite pens. But there are lots and lots of beautiful pens at all price ranges that are a joy to write with. Platinum makes beauties as well! And Lamy--oh my! The colors!
There are cartridges and converters (which are like a cartridge but you can put it in the pen and the cartridge has a mechanism to use bottle ink), piston fillers that will not take a cartridge, various cartridge sizes, etc. That's why it is handy to order from a pen store and call or e-mail them to make sure you are on the right track.
Fountain Pens run from $5 to thousands. Some of them write smoothly, some are more scratchy, some nibs are stiffer (some say it's like writing with a nail) and some have a little flex to them.
Japanese pens for the most part have nibs that are about one size thinner than say German pens. So a Medium in a German pen probably would be broader than a Medium in most Japanese pens.
One of the best parts about the Goulet Pen website is that have actual samples of writing from most pens showing you the actual difference of medium, fine, broad, double broad, stub and other nibs in different pens. It's very helpful!
Most retail sites have reviews from people who have bought the pens as well and they are very helpful. Inks come in so many beautiful colors it is mind boggling!
Pens have been a hobby of mine for a long time. I'm sure most people think it's a strange hobby. But you would be surprised how many fans there are out there, how many retailers, reviews, and information online.
I would suggest not buying from Amazon if you can buy from a well-known retailer who knows their product and will stand behind the pen if there is a problem. Most often the pen can be returned if in pristine condition and in original box with all material. You can test a pen by carefully dipping in ink and trying it out, then wiping clean.
Sometimes you can't return one if you have drawn ink into it or put a cartridge in and written with it. Unless there is an obvious manufacturing flaw, not just that you don't like the nib.
TMI????? Probably! LOL!!!
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