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Not to cause an issue, just so people are fully informed, this is a lot cheaper on amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Pelikan-M400-fountain-Premium-Plume-black/dp/B0058Q5J5W/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=pelikan+m400+black%2Fred&qid=1579403442&sr=8-3
Your work is inspiring to me! I'm glad you post your results so I can learn a bit too.
If you are wanting to take closer pictures (or give your eyes a break from using a loupe) I've been using a digital microscope with great success. The one I purchased is here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01NCSSTM3/, and you may be able to find them quite a bit cheaper on Amazon. Conveniently, they allow you to take pictures from the microscope if you add a microSD card. It also works as a 'webcam' so you may connect to your computer via USB and take pictures from there.
The Shin-Ryoku price seems a bit inflated, so you are aware. It can be had as a 50ml bottle on Amazon for $17.89 (USD) here.
That's $0.3578 per ml, not including shipping.
Your bottle is a 75% full 15ml. That puts it at $0.8889 per ml.
A 248% markup.
I suggest lowering your price to make an ethical sale, although I do see shipping is included. All depending on your location, still, and you could very well be making a fair price here, but, it is unfortunately not very enticing.
Your bundle pricing, however, is much more appropriate. I presume you are trying for that sale form.
If you dont find the Rollerball here there is a used one on AMAZON - https://www.amazon.com/LAMY-2000-Rollerball-Black-L301/dp/B000UTQ5ZK/ref=sr_1_1?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1509942559&sr=1-1&keywords=lamy+2000+rollerball&dpID=31YECO9KC0L&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch
for $50 (which is less than what I would let go of this pen for)
for cheap ink, you should just suck it up and buy one good bottle that you really like because there isn't reason to not have an ink you want.
personally if you have a pilot metropolitan you should probably consider going on amazon and buying pilot ink
my favorite one is fuyu syogun. i love it, as for my pen it's a medium pilot celemo "the cheapest gold nib." it's like 40$ when it's on sale and available to get.
Just wanna put it out there that these guys are $24 on Amazon at the moment, so it may need to be adjusted to sell quick. GLWS OP!
There's one for $83 shipped on Amazon Warehouse Deals if you do.
FWIW, the smoke 823 with a broad nib is $218 on Amazon right now. Of course, you have to wait a few weeks for it to arrive from Japan, but it's a great price for an incredible pen.
Pilot Plumix is a very cheap option that writes really well. I like it better than my Lamy Joy. Here's a link to it's Amazon page : Pilot Plumix Refillable Fountain Pen, Black Barrel, Black Ink, Medium Point, Single Pen and Cartridge (90055) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0058NN4M0/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_u29YAbYDTZ8FF
It costs under $10 in the US.
You can get a brand new Platinum 3776 Century on Amazon for less than $80. Platinum "#3776 CENTURY / Chartres Blue" (nib : Extra Fine) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ER7H608/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_JtWEBbD6ZV36Y
If it's a gift buy it new. It's 19$ in amazon it might be worth it.
There's a Pilot 74 clear F on Amazon Warehouse Deals for $62, and also a CH91 F in yamabudo colour for $58
Best bet is probably picking one up on Amazon Prime i'd guess.
Pen Box UK might have one in stock. The website looks like it's from the late 90s but I did purchase a Vibrant Blue M805 brand new from Steve here for a great price.
Communication is... slow. I think we averaged an email per day as I had a few questions regarding purchasing and shipping. My pen did come well packaged though. Just don't be surprised if you don't get a response on the same day even if you replied right away.
If you are not in the EU be sure to ask for an updated price without VAT. That should bring it down into your price range as 459 GBP = 576.44 USD - 20% VAT = $463.55 USD.
If you go with the Nibs.com suggestion then be sure to ask if they would exchange the nib for you. Pelikan does have a 30 day nib exchange policy so I don't see why the vendor wouldn't be able to help you out there.
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Correct. The 2 that are left take Parker sized Ballpoint refills, and ship with 1 Schmidt EasyFlow 9000 cartridge. For info, Amazon 6 Pack - Schmidt easyFLOW 9000 - Black Ink https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0025ZX11S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_0S4G7AZDND6MSAYSBJAR
FYI - Amazon has one left in stock for $100. Not colourful and only 14k, but still a very good deal for a new one.
I have one of these and they're great. Mine is modified to hold three notebooks, but even the way it comes from Amazon is quite durable and likely cheaper than any offers you'll get too.
I bought this from Amazon, but the elastic wouldn't fit on my notebook cover. Would you be able to make something like this, if so, how much do you think it'll cost? Large Double Pen Holder Quiver, Pen Holder A5 Notebooks, Journals & Diaries, Stylus Holder for iPad & Tablet Cases (8-8.5 in Tall (20.3-21.6 cm) (Brown Leather, Brown Stitching) https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B005WXLKYK?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf
you can just as easily search it on amazon, but here you go:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BM3TEW8/ref=twister_B06Y6KL3LR?_encoding=UTF8&th=1
They have the EF on sale on Amazon right now for $17
I have a bottle of Sailor Shikiori Shigure (which I believe is the same ink color as the old Jentle line). I use it in my Pilot Prera Cursive Medium which shows off the purple (because normally that thing almost looks black). And it seems readily available. I got mine on Amazon.
I got a starwalker extream rollerball I can part with. Body is in solid shape, how much were you looking to procure one for?
This is what it looks like, I'm almost positive I have the box and paperwork for it still.
https://www.amazon.com/Montblanc-111514-StarWalker-Collection-Rollerball/dp/B00XK3LA1C
If TWSBI doesn't have a metal one, I would try this-
/u/shiraz410 snapped it up for cash after I turned down his trade offers. Your traders sound somewhat interesting but not compelling just now. Thanks.
I'm happy you are enjoying the Sovereign. I prefer the open nib Snorkels and Touchdowns. Maybe because Sheaffer seems to have made fewer of them.
I have a Sheaffer Jr. lever filler in ebonized pearl that I've just finished restoring. You can see a couple of pre-restoration photos here: nib and barrel. It looks wonderful now and has a f-m or m nib. I can send post-restoration photos if you are interested - $60 shipped.
A warm glass of shut the hell up is always nice. hardy har har ;)
Funny you should ask. I just saw this recipe https://getpocket.com/explore/item/pork-vindaloo
and love Sopa De Ajo (Jose Andreas video on it), so this looks delicious. Problem is I have to go out to the store and don't feel like it as I used the last 3lbs of my pork shoulder yesterday for slow cooker carnitas placed in taco's.
I have a Waterman Hemisphere rollerball that I'm not in love with. Black with chrome trim, like this one. Comes with a nearly full Waterman black cartridge.
Just this week I got Kon-peki and Shin-kai for $19 each and Momiji for $15 on Amazon.com. All had Prime shipping.
For Yama-budo, anywhere from $20-25 is a typical price on Amazon.com; earlier in the fall it was under $20 for several weeks (CamelCamelCamel). Occasionally it's cheaper from a third-party seller who ships directly from Japan, but the savings are usually on the order of $2-3 with a wait time of two weeks (as opposed to two days).
They're not in stock currently, but the "Newestor" traveller's notebook inserts are FP friendly and work well with sheening inks.
Can confirm. I have this paper and just did some quick writing samples with what I had nearby. It'll feather a little bit with some inks in broader nibs, but it works remarkably well for the price.
Quick writing samples: https://imgur.com/a/jxg5oM8
Payoneer is an old and reliable service that I've been using for quite a while with Upwork and Fiverr and is just as good as PayPal for freelancers.
You should check it out.
As far as WU is concerned, it's a gamble for the buyer, I agree, but you have to take my word for it. I cannot offer more assurance.
Hello,
This is a very cool project. I saw that you are thinking about changing up the pens in the future. Would you consider doing a Lamy Safari matte black with a CSI grind? I would sign up for one of those.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01G7DXSU2/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_BX9RHNGF4K0BTE6PM5CC
I purchased these polishing products on Amazon the other day. I might try it on the pen to see if it makes any difference.
Anything wrong with Amazon's offering?
A 92 in F is $120 CAD new on Amazon Japan at the moment.
Shipping with a proxy company like Tenso would be about $13 CAD (no middle man fees for orders off Amazon). Delivery time is a week or so.
You can get a great deal on Amazon for those. US sellers have to charge way more than Japanese. They take a little longer to ship but it's backed by Amazon. You can get most colors in soft fine for ~$75
Here's one with prime 2 day shipping Platinum"#3776 CENTURY/Bourgogne"(nib : Soft Fine) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KYMXW5E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_uzFoCbA7V7MD1
If you're looking to buy new... My Advice for School Pens:
The classic Parker Vector An absolute workhorse of a pen, which will take a standard Parker cartridge converter so you can start using bottled ink. In English they're about a tenner, so probably around the peak of your price range in USD. On Balance, not the best bang for your buck on my list, but the best value cheap Parker there is.
The Oxford Helix Fountain pen An absolute beast of a pen, and quite possibly the single finest stationery purchase I have ever made. The body is metal, nicely weighted, robust, and the ink flows well. Downside is that it scratches, but I'm an archaeologist, so unless you make a habit of rolling around in sharp sand you should be fine. Sells for between £4 and £8 in the UK, so about $12? ish? Arguably far superior to the Vector, and cheaper too.
These may not be directly available in the US, but if shipping is cheap then Amazon should have you sorted.
Yea.. $233 on Amazon right now.
I think we had this before.
If people can live with Berlin instead of Beijing you can get this pen brand spanking new for $70 from Amazon UK.
Wait I’m so confused now. Are these two (https://www.nibs.com/pens/parker/parker-duofold-centennial-big-red-vintage and https://www.amazon.com/Duofold-Centennial-Fountain-Convertor-1931376/dp/B015N3PZY4/ref=asc_df_B015N3PZY4/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=223276970335&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=3373463150423772611&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvq...) different pens? Which one is the same as OP’s?
Try amazon smile to donate to charity automatically at no cost to you!
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I found a bottle of this in stock on amazon. Here is the link, enjoy :-)
https://www.amazon.com/Noodlers-ink-3-Ounce-Rachmaninoff/dp/B01INL2EEW
A bit expensive(although on a couple dollars more than Goulet) but it is there!
I’ve got one more Chinese pen suggestion. The Picasso 916 Malaga. It comes in four finishes (only three listed in the amazon link below).
All four versions are solid metal pens (caps and barrels) with a matte black finish and black nibs. The only difference is in the accents. One has red accents where the pen/cap meet, one has solid matte black accents, and one has shiny, dark gunmetal accents. That third one is the one I got. It came with a medium nib that IS SO SMOOTH! Right out of the box. Just did a quick flush with soapy water before I inked it up for the first time, and it writes like a dream.
The fourth finish is harder to find. I’ve only seen a couple of examples on Ali Express. It’s got a rainbow nib and shiny rainbow colored accents.
If you’re looking for a pen with a narrow section, I think this might work for you. I just checked, and it’s about half an inch shorter than a Lamy Al-Star, with both unposted.
Also, being a metal pen, it’s got a little bit of weight to it (which you might prefer over a lighter plastic resin pen), but it’s lighter than the brass Delike Alpha knockoff I have. (How funny is that? That I’ve got a knockoff of a pen that is, itself, a knockoff? Lol).
Picasso 916 Matte Black & Red Ring Fountain Pen with Gift Box - Titanium Gray Extra Fine Nib https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084BZR1H6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oYLzFbG6K0CK4
I just purchased the Dr Cachet from Amazon. It looks as though they still have one available.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07G4D27C4/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Eh nothing great. It’s a cheap one I found on amazon acting as a place holder until something I preordered ships
Velocifire Tenkeyless Mechanical Keyboard Mini, 78-Key Compact Ergonomic, Outemu Brown Switches Backlit and Double-Shot ABS Keycaps for Copywriter, Typist and Programmer https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071W16NVZ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_vqfAEbWE205CF
I don't have one for you, but here's one on amazon for $140 shipped:
Amazon has new one with some cartridges for $26.
https://www.amazon.com/Lamy-AL-Star-Fountain-Graphite-Cartridges/dp/B01I12OZ4U
This is just an FYI, but your price still seems high, at least in the US. It is available new, from Japan, via Amazon for $102.75 https://smile.amazon.com/SAILOR-Professional-Shiki-Oriori-Season-Yukitsubaki/dp/B00XVVKZNM
Good luck!
Thanks for reaching out! I purchased it on Amazon. Here is the link. Great value in my opinion. Cheers!
I’ve seen a lime one on amazon US it’s just a fine nib though.
Faber-Castell Loom Fountain Pen, Fine Nib (F), Piano Lime (FC149281) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KTNGSB8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_4oliEbF4T6B0M
12 in stock according to Amazon
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https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07C83PXV9/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Here you go, brand new too. I don't understand why ANYBODY would pay $70 for a USED pen when a BRAND NEW one is only 5 dollars more, but oh well.....
I think it's because you can often buy paper on sale.
For not terrible paper on a budget, I've heard that people use HP Premium32 or similar laser jet paper, which might be cheaper in a retail store during a sale than anywhere else.
For nice paper on a budget, you can download the Michael's mobile app. Wait until a nice discount shows up (40% or 50%) and you can pick up a No°16 dot grid pad containing 80 pages for $3 plus tax. Way cheaper than you'd get it most anywhere else.
For splurges, JetPens is based in San Jose, so you should get super fast shipping to Berkeley. You can add Tomoe River to an order to push yourself over the free shipping threshold, and get something nice for sheening inks.
If you have a strong sense of self-control, look up calligraphy shops or pen shops in San Francisco, and ask the staff there for advice, too.
You may be looking at the normal Loom. The gunmetal is a special finish and has a regulated price of $55.00 without a converter or shipping costs. Mine includes a converter for $45+shipping. Essentially giving a 25% discount for a brand new pen, used only a few times.
Edit: yeah it’s the slim. I believe it’s the professional gear SLIM, it’s this pen: Sailor Fountain Pen Professional Gear Silver Blueberry 11-1222-250 Fine https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004T8DC0E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_BbRuAb2JATZD5
well i just check amazon, and huh? 30? 50? no $20 imo a good pen you have for a while is better than a cheap iffy pen.
also you probably really don't need a part time job you could probably just shovel driveways to make the money.
I have two others I would consider selling at present.
First is a Dimples snapper. its textured, like a golf ball. dimples were made in the body using acid etching. only accepts parker style refills, not the schmidt rollerballs the larger twist action pens take because this one is click activated. gently used, sorry I no longer have the generic tube for this one $25 (its $35+ shipping new): https://www.fahrneyspens.com/Item--i-1825288
second is a dr. grey metalsmith tornado, $25 , gently used including matching packaging tube. $32~33 plus shipping new.
https://www.amazon.com/Tornado-Vintage-Metalsmith-Dr-Gray/dp/B01G3V3GM8
What do you think of the LAMY Studio for $43 via amazon warehouse deals?
Any idea if this is authentic?
Gotcha. I have oxblood, and I can confirm that it does not do well on bad paper. Check that amazon link above for the ef nib, as well as this one for a converter (if you live in the US that is)
I personally don't use and ef nib with noodler's or iroshizuku ink. Try writing with those on some crappy paper and see how if you like how it comes out. I usually use a fine, sometimes a medium. I have a couple Lamy ef nibs, and I don't like them. They are very scratch and just not nice to write with. I would rather use a fine and have a small trade-off with possibly some feathering or bleeding.
Not sure where you live, but amazon has some ef nibs for sale.
Clear Glass Bottles with Eye Droppers & Labels - for Essential Oils, Aromatherapy, Lab Chemicals, Colognes & Perfumes - Includes 102 Color Coded Labels - 24 Glass Bottles (15 ml) - 2 Eye Droppers https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01IGOCMHK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_bChMzbW2M760A
Not the same exact color, but you're absolutely correct: https://www.amazon.com/Pilot-Fountain-Custom-Transparent-FKK-1MR-NC-F/dp/B0018HEX2U/ref=sr_1_1?s=office-products&ie=UTF8&qid=1489459067&sr=1-1&keywords=pilot%2Bcustom%2B74&th=1
Ah, fair. Though I found a link on amazon that sells it for just [$210](PILOT "CUSTOM 823 - Plunger Type /TransparentBlack" (nib : Medium) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AX7T9Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_j41yybYYZBQ12)... (fyi)
Sure. it's the MTN S 25 12 D The vials really fit nicely, and it blocks out light, as opposed to the "stand" type racks.
Thanks. But I need them shipped to the US within the next week or so. Amazon has them for $20 but it ships from Japan, so I thought I'd try my luck here.
I don't know if you've got your heart set on the rOtring design, but my experience has been with small leads you'll have a better experience using a pencil which rotates the lead as you write. The graphite seems to break less often in these pencils. This is the one I have, it's great:
This is my first post to the board so I hope I'm getting the ratings right — but I'd say a B. It's this model http://www.amazon.com/TWSBI-Diamond-580-Fountain-Pen/dp/B00BT1BLRU/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1462464830&sr=8-2&keywords=twsbi+580+f.
I'd be willing to sell and ship it for $35.
Here are new ones in a 4 pack from Amazon with prime shipping. 4 pcs Jinhao 250 Fountain Pen in 4 colors
It's $11.75, so just under $24 for 8 of them and they are decent pens. I got these early on and gave most of them away. They all wrote nicely but were wet mediums I think. I preferred a fine when I started for writing on crappy paper. With pretty inks, these are great though. They also are heavier and so seem like nicer pens vs cheap looking plastic ones.
If you decide you have 2-3 weeks to wait for shipping I also recommend the Lamy Safari knockoff, I believe it's a jinhao 599 in fine. I got a 12 pack of those for $25 or so on eBay to give away and they all wrote great. Good for cheap paper which is what new people often are using.
Edit: link doesn't have the prime option, have to click the more sellers button to grab the prime listing. It's there though!
That is, unfortunately, the only way I know how to get a hold of them. Fortunately, Plumix pens are pretty cheap on Amazon.
I'm not exactly sure if its the same as an old saibi togi.. It's this pen. Sailor fountain pen professional gear Slim Hoso-bi sharpening 10-2222-030 polarization Pearl Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003PZQXL2/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_iodIwbKFMSM9D
I'll buy this off you if you can beat amazon's price of $19 shipped
Hey, I'm unsure if this is allowed, but it's on sale on Amazon Canada right now. It's the broad that is on sale, but the discount makes it worth buying it then sending it to be ground.
So what's the difference between yours and this one which is $72 without a converter?
Ninja Edit: Not trying to be a dick, just confused
I don't actually know the correct classification. They are all different sizes and have what basically looks like a refillable cartridge. Here is what one of them looks like uncapped with more details on Amazon. LINK
Who is this Shaun Newton? I havent heard of him before doyou have his website? I might want to look into that instead.
and Amazon currently has 742's new for $141 with free shipping.
You can also buy some from Amazon. I bought this one and it's a nice little set of different thicknesses.
I have a Nemosine Singularity Demonstrator, with a 0.8mm stub.
It's a c/c filler.
This exact model but with a 0.8mm stub instead -> http://www.amazon.co.uk/Nemosine-Singularity-Demonstrator-NEM-SIN-01-M-Limited/dp/B00NJ6422O/ref=sr_1_1?s=officeproduct&ie=UTF8&qid=1431274305&sr=1-1&keywords=nemosine+singularity+demonstrator
Let me know if you're interested and we can work a price. =)
Writes as well as the refill you put in it! :) I like the Schmidt roller refills here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002X3I6GM/ - you can see it has a lot of good reviews on amazon. Dries really fast but still flows nice - and that's coming from someone who prefers fountain pens. It can take any refill that size (I know the Uniball signo refill fits - I think the G2 does as well but don't have one handy to double check). The brass front section has a pleasant weight to it, so combined with that refill, it makes for a nice writing experience.
5 dolalrs and free shipping for a pretty nice converter that comes standard with a lot of pens. This converter should work perfectly for you, and buying it from amazon will be a way better deal than trading away your ahab
Hmm, so they are. Perhaps they're getting discontinued, or platinum is changing the look again. But its still probably going to cost more to ship than the pen is worth. If you reeeeeally want one they've got them on amazon for $15 still, but I wouldn't pay that much for a preppy even if it was discontinued.
Holy crap, the prices are still insane :S
Any luck checking your local stores? I happened to pop into my local store and happened to find the last one hidden behind a bunch of other sailor inks
Great! Let me know your address and full name so that I can get package shipped on Monday.
I prefer payment via Amazon giftcard, if that's OK with you. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004LLIKVU
(My email address is: )
I will get back to you with the USPS tracking number once payment is received. Thanks again for your interest!
you can get one for about $15 off Amazon. Depending on where you live, it might be easier to buy it retail than from someone, because of the shipping costs.