Fountainpennetwork - Posted September 6, 2013 (edited) Lovemy51 Below is a photo showing the two Cross rolling-ball pens side-by-side.

 
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Nov 17, 2021 Member - Gold. Little is known about this marque. Moderators inkdesigner, richardandtracy, Carrie, Ron Z, fuchsiaprincess. 5 ml to be exact (. March 23, 2024. Also, do not post while high on ink fumes or after using ballpoints. fountain pen is a classically designed fountain pen from Waterman that provides an unparalleled smooth writing experience. The Pilot Elite is a great pocket pen with a large cap and smaller body, like the Kaweco Sport. Best of luck, Yours, Randal. Noblesse Oblige was marketed in mid 90s to the best of my knowledge and production stopped in 2004 when Montblanc decided to be a luxury brand only company. Elaine Therese Maddox and based on the website forum www. The only thing more satisfying in a way than knowing this is when you have finished writing. Hello guys My name is Thiago and I'm 30 years old. Share your information on good deals, special discounts, second hand gems you see in stores, good shops, good service, best places to buy,. All types of fountain pen-related questions or discussions, identification of unknown brands, anything not covered elsewhere, and your first stop for all matters (fountain & dip) pen. Life is too short to drink bad wine (Goethe. Posted February 10. But, it works just fine. This pen glides across the paper with a juicy and smooth line. If you are a fan of Parker pens, this is the forum for you. I&39;m a semi-newbie with nine pens, the most expensive one being a Cross, and am thinking of asking Santa for either the rose or white Venus if I can find out a little more about them. Just a little thing. Edited March 19 by Inkoherent. More Writing Instruments. 5 miles to Jomax Rd. Flag Posted October 31, 2019. 05 I keep wasting my money on. The clip is the downside of this pen and is really stiff. The review of this pen's appearance has to be split into two parts nib and everything else. Here is the link below. I have also found MB black to be on the drier side. Mar 25, 2010 I am looking for a needlepoint fountain pen to replace the Sakura Microns 0. Back then they were the first Non Iron Gall Document inks on the Market. At 198 its not inexpensive, but its a reasonable buy. The WS is made is 2 basic versions. Moderators smk, HDoug. The smell is something else. 7,645 topics in this forum. Extra broad. 999 (0. Does anyone know of a site that lists the difference Waterman Pen models and their years of production I'm particularly interested in the pens since the 1980s such as the Phileas, Kultur, Laureat, Expert (I,II,III), Carene, Hemisphere, etc. Rollerball Pens. Announce, share and promote "real life" events and activities. I thought. This list is given in good faith, but you must. I have not noticed price diffrence between the 14K and 18K however if you look here you will see that the MSRP of the alloy nibbed version is cheaper. It is also kinda like permanent IG inks one expects them to change with time, ending in that aged sienna rust color that so many now consider the hallmark of classic writings. Platinum nibs are usually not scratchy, but they can sometimes be set up extremely dry so they feel quite unpleasant. 14K is for the export market. Dec 26, 2018 For a pen nerd, theres endless pleasure in sharing ones collection of fountain pens, or fps as theyre called on the Reddit board where they live when not at shows or events. Upon returning, I had been meaning to make a comparison with some Western nibs and generic writing implements. The Generation has clean lines and looks sleek. Member - Gold. The WS is made is 2 basic versions. A fountain pen is a writing instrument that uses a metal nib to apply water-based ink, or special pigment ink -suitable for fountain pens- to paper. Judging by the samples in several threads over at FountainPenNetwork, I feel that Sailor nibs are closer to Pilot than Platinum in width (Platinum seems to be a bit finer in both F and M), but comments seem to suggest that in feel and feedback they are closer to Platinum than Pilot. 2 weeks later. It does not like my heavy and smooth layer copy paper. It barely puts down any ink at all, which is the opposite of what a BB should do. Extra broad. Once epoxy is cured, reassemble the pen and use it. Mar 21. Moderators Kalessin, jamesgibby. Back then most fountain pens had threaded caps and the slip cap of 51 was in tone with the practical design of the pen - it was quick. You&39;re thinking of the queen&39;s royal warrant. Development of various handwriting systems, tips on improvement, etc. The blue uber luxury variant was lighter and nicer in the hand. Homemade Traditional Iron Gall Inks (fiberdrunk) Ink And Basil Tea (ParkersandPilots) Ink from food dye - Queen Teal 1. I prefer the ideos grip. 2 Nakaya - again - gorgeous pens, with tuned nibs for the person who&39;s goign to hold the pen. Cartridge pens tend to dry out and clog because there is no flow of ink during filling. The clip is the downside of this pen and is really stiff. Back then they were the first Non Iron Gall Document inks on the Market. Elaine Therese Maddox and based on the website forum www. Moderator The FPN Moderator and Admin Team. I recently purchased a Sheaffer pen, because I liked the nib, I'm not sure what model it is, but it has a Parker-like aeromatic squeeze filler. The folks there are super helpful with beginners, so if you have a question, ask. Visconti's dreamtouch nib is a famous problem child. One could decide to think of the difference between the two prices as the cost of renting one to try it out. The Fountain Pen Network. Cork Oaks. Jan 27, 2021 Look at the angle of the line of the pen to the line of your forearm. Moderators Stylo, Carrie, fuchsiaprincess, dcpritch. Additionally, my aion is completely brushed aluminium along barrel and section making the pen noticeably slippery when writing. Jinhao prefers the CC side of cloning so this makes me wonder of someone else has a piston filler version coming. Extra broad. I like Goulet Pens, too. Comparing both EF nibs, 149 writes thinner vertical lines than horizontal lines and m1000 is stubbish. Nov 5, 2021 1. Moderators Kalessin, jamesgibby. 50 for a 50ml bottle. Forums; Events; Blogs; Downloads; Guidelines; Staff. 24 0. Now, in one year, two new Capless models have been introduced, although not in the U. Anyway you want to look at it, it's a Bentley vs a Rolls. Advantages of an ebonite feed Heritage these feed are made by tooling like the vintage pens. So as long as that ticks the boxes, its a win win On 7242021 at 907 AM, bunnspecial said In practice, I don&39;t see a lot of difference in writingappearance between M and F other than, obviously, Ms being generally wider than Fs. Dec 22, 2014 December 21, 2023 530 PM. I'm actually using a Goulet 6 nib in a Pelikan M800. You have been warned. M&252;ller, bauhaus, fiberglass, etc). A forum dedicated to fountain pens. For this review LizEF Tuesday at 0217 PM. All types of fountain pen-related questions or discussions, identification of unknown brands, anything not covered elsewhere, and your first stop for all matters (fountain & dip) pen. Posted October 22, 2006. March 21, 2024. However, when I travel by air, it will be my trusty companion. Capillary action is the process of a liquid flowing in small spaces without using external forces like gravity and occurs because of the inclination of water molecules to stick together. There are not only jowo or bock as nib manufacturer in Asia other companies makes nib. I'll post more photographs when I found some. Comes in April. So as long as that ticks the boxes, its a win win On 7242021 at 907 AM, bunnspecial said In practice, I don't see a lot of difference in writingappearance between M and F other than, obviously, Ms being generally wider than Fs. I really hope the manage to restart their business. Extra Fine Nib Ink Review Pelikan 4001 Violet. Brush Pens. I'll post more photographs when I found some. FPN makes no form of warranty about their suitability in your case, or the supplier&39;s honesty. Moderators Stylo, Carrie, fuchsiaprincess, dcpritch. It looks great and probably writes great. Until 730 PM. Modern piston converter (still being made and sold by Sheaffer and others including us) 2. 6 nibs (stock nib length and not using 3rd party housing). Fenghua . Apr 8, 2007 My fountain pen inventory database is ready to download. com) and while it does look very nice, 259 is a little cheeky for a steel nib, although doubtless it will be French made and the fit and finish will be OK. the dreamtouch-equipped pens over 500 tend to have a 50-80 failure rate. It&39;s one of my favorite pens, writes wonderfully smooth, and is. Comes in April. They are the Decimo and the Fermo. 7,645 topics in this forum. Shimmer None. Delike New Moon Vibes 9. Jinhao prefers the CC side of cloning so this makes me wonder of someone else has a piston filler version coming. The Elite is the pen's name on the Japanese market and the pen is called the E95S in the United States due to a copyright issue. I had specifically chosen a wet BB nib to compansate the potential dryness of this ink before I got the ink. If you like large and heavier, the M800 is the right one for you. Writing Instruments; 1. The fountain pen that arrives at the pit stop today is the Lamy CP1. Please add your views reviews. Last year they've added three new colors to the line. Reviews of commercially available inks, conforming to the ink review guidelinesModerators saskiamadding, lapis. The pens I have ; Lamy 2000 broad. Pen reviews are posted here. Apr 17, 2021 Little Note- It seems like every place I go to except for JetPens sells it as the Pilot E95S for 136, but JetPens sells it as the Pilot Elite 95S for 136 as well. Part of the 149 is clearly the experience, both in buying and owningwriting with it. However, also surprisingly heavy and with a not so comfortable step down to the section. However, also surprisingly heavy and with a not so comfortable step down to the section. My particular pen is the Japanese market model which has the full word "Elite" on the cap band. Pen reviews are posted here. It's only in one pen so far (a Narwhal Voyage with a stub nib). Here are allowed ONLY fountain pen related items for sale or trade (fake or stolen items aren't allowed),. The pocket clip is slim and functional. The experience of uncapping the pen gave a distinct feel that it is well made with precision, and the 32g heft is well-balanced and pleasing. December 08, 2023 600 PM. March 21, 2024. FPN Voltaire Candide Vermilion- 4. This nib claims that it is an Extra Extra Fine (EEF). Like so many of us, I like the Pilot G2 rollerballs. The pocket clip is slim and functional. The styling is a bit nondescript, but inoffensive. This pen is just worth 4 USD, with aconverter included It's completely amazing at that price point so I'm rating it with a 1010 Packaging 1010. You are never too old to set a new goal or dream a new dream - C. The nib was a bit sprung when I got the pen and was easy to straighten but after several tries at setting it, I have not got it to work well. Mar 1, 2023 It is the reason why I&39;m so keen on the idea of a personal library of pens, nibs, inks, paper products, etc. Topics pertaining to politics, religion, philosophy, and social issues. Aug 6, 2023 Fountain & Dip Pens - First Stop. This is the Pilot Metropolitan, a pen tied with the Lamy Safari as the most recommended 'first starter fountain pen'. If someone breaks a rule, do not confront them, but alert an Adminmoderator through the alert system Facebook provides. The database maintains a lot of useful information about your fountain pen collection, including basic descriptive info, prices paid, repairs made and unlimited photographs. The 88P is very common to be found nowadays and represents a reliable fountain pen. 83Count) Save more with Subscribe & Save. The styling is a bit nondescript, but inoffensive. Just thought Id share some thoughts with you, after a few days worth of using it. A place to discuss anything fountain pen related including pencils, paper, seals, calligraphy, brush pens etc. Once epoxy is cured, reassemble the pen and use it. Anilinephenylamine has an. Dec 21. Posted March 28. - Waterman is my wet ink, for use in dry pens. Leave the snorkel in the inkwater for a short time to allow the sac to expand back to its normal size and fill wilth ink, then screw the filler knob back in to withdraw the snorkel. March 23, 2024. More Writing Instruments. 1 stub, Platinum Preppy 0. Announce, share and promote "real life" events and activities. Herbin distinguished itself from its competitors by offering a wide range of. 9 steel. A flat nib, omitting the normal round tip, intended for delicate shaded writing. The piston screw turns firmly but easily (better than the 2000), flushing and drawing ink with reliable efficiency. If you do not see a review of an ink here, but would like to see a good sized color swatch, member Martin Roberts has provided two wonderful tools on his website. Turquoise is described as greenish blue but most inks with that name are basically blue with one or very few dyes. I&39;ve had the patience to get plenty of good deals around 50, but that leaves M805 and M1005 way beyond anything I would pay. Thanks for all your comments and observations, it made my purchasing decisions far easier. Sign Up; Browse. I always enjoy writing with a Parker 61. 54 Million USD (2017)Pelikan annual revenue 270 Million USDLamy annual revenu. My point was the striking similarity between some Asvine pens and Moonman pens. If you have the 61 with the teflon filler, the teflon filler goes in to the ink, but Parker did make some prototypes that do fill from the nib end. Mar. I&39;ve looked for a review of the Visconti Venus here but couldn&39;t find one. I feel like this is mainly contributed by how dry this pen is. 14K is for the export market. When you turn the butt of the pen 360 degrees to start writing, there is no cap to post. Just thought Id share some thoughts with you, after a few days worth of using it. Lovers of pens from all Far Eastern Countries, excluding Japan and the Indian subcontinent, such as China, Korea, Singapore and others, with brands like Baoer, Duke, Haolilai, Hero, Jinhao, Kaigelu, Laban, Wing Sung and many other Brands, excluding TWSBI, share their interest here. As you noted, if you extend the filler tube and push it back in again after filling, you will get a stream of inkwater from the snorkel. Fountain pens work by only letting a small amount of ink out at a time, often referred to as a controlled leak. 05 I keep wasting my money on. 1This group is founded and maintained by the Admin and Moderators team of the Fountain Pen Network webforum. 1919 Platignum Pen Co. For this review LizEF Tuesday at 0217 PM. With a dip pen, you will want to get that as close to 0-degrees as possible. I hear Platinum's music nib is very good. Development of various handwriting systems, tips on improvement, etc. Reviews of commercially available inks, conforming to the ink review guidelinesModerators. In an oblique nib one tine is a bit longer than the other. Fountain Pen Board is pleased to offer space for discussion of articles in the new print mag The Fountain Pen Journal created by Paul Erano. The weighted section makes it very well-balanced, even when posted (which makes it ridiculously long) it stays perfectly balanced and very comfortable to use The Justus is incredibly well-built and feels very solid. 2024 Arkansas Pen Show. Goulet Pens provides fountain pen enthusiasts the most personal online shopping experience through comprehensive education, exemplary service, and products we believe in. Edited September 5, 2010 by usnavydoc. I tried searching both "fountain pen network" and just "network" but all that came up was this post, and posts from two weeks ago and before about the ongoing classified issue, and a much earlier outage. Hello again De Atramentis Document Ink - The new colours. The ink can easily appear brownish, muted red-violet, or muted purpleviolet. I recall putting an italic nib onto a 159 feed. Moderators Stylo, Carrie, fuchsiaprincess, dcpritch. The medium 3776 is a western medium. In my humble opinion, I believe Lamy has a winner here. All types of fountain pen-related questions or discussions, identification of unknown brands, anything not covered elsewhere, and your first stop for all matters (fountain & dip) pen. Feb 16, 2013 Fenghua . And, it is. " "From the beginning, J. With a dip pen, you will want to get that as close to 0-degrees as possible. I have gone through at least 10 already these past few months. Member - Gold. If you do a search (button on the upper right on my browser) on "Spencerian" you will find several posts on the styles you speak. If you do not see a review of an ink here, but would like to see a good sized color swatch, member Martin Roberts has provided two wonderful tools on his website. This example has such a nib but with a twist. Rollerball Pens. Today in Korea, the price of all Parker & Waterman products has increased significantly, especially for the Duofold, with a 41 increase, bringing the list price to US1,000 including VAT. Well, they&39;re up on Cult Pens Parker Ingenuity Fountain Pen Blue with Gold Trim (cultpens. The bent nib doesn&39;t flex at all and writes like a mediumfine standard nib, but I have to say that it is extremely smooth with good ink flow. A massive fountain pen with a giant 9 nib craftend and fine tune in-house. And it can be posted if you are brave enough. Reviews are in alphabetical order by brand and color name within the brand. Nov 10, 2015 Posted November 10, 2015. If you don't like a 144 you might not like a 600. Homemade Traditional Iron Gall Inks (fiberdrunk) Ink And Basil Tea (ParkersandPilots) Ink from food dye - Queen Teal 1. I was able to acquire the new Montblanc 146 Le grand Calligraphyflex fountain pen this week. Brush Pens. Spoiler alert (This will be for review 264, but since it was drawn for InesF&39;s topic - link below - I&39;m posting it now. If you are a fan of Parker pens, this is the forum for you. Smells like formaldehyde. Forums; Events; Blogs; Downloads; Guidelines; Staff. Or fastest delivery Mon, Jan 8. You get a good solid traditional black ink with traditional fade and water resistance. but not according to the Japanese SEF. 5 oz. 44 slide well, general orientation. All types of fountain pen-related questions or discussions, identification of unknown brands, anything not covered elsewhere, and your first stop for all matters (fountain & dip) pen. But the KOP comes in demo and other pretty options while the Pel gives you green and black. Flag Posted October 25, 2020. She is only interested in pens she can use, not overly ornate, display items. Brush Pens. Just a little thing. The Aion weighs slightly more than the LX, Al-Star, Studio or Lamy 2000. 5 miles to Jomax Rd. I hope this isn&39;t true, as I recently gave them quite a large pre-order. Reviews of commercially available inks, conforming to the ink review guidelinesModerators saskiamadding, lapis. There are not only jowo or bock as nib manufacturer in Asia other companies makes nib. dreddxxx reddit, craigslist lexington va

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I have yet to encounter a Lamy 27 with a. Take Tatum north from the loop 101 about 3. Posted March 28. Sep 16, 2022 If I check below I fear the worst. It can appear smaller than other fountain pens by the same maker. It is now labelled as the CON-70N. My go-to dry ink is Pelikan 4001 Brilliant Black. 73 Not a fan of the gold. Leave the snorkel in the inkwater for a short time to allow the sac to expand back to its normal size and fill wilth ink, then screw the filler knob back in to withdraw the snorkel. The Sanford product range now includes Parker Pens, Paper Mate, Berol, Waterman, Rotring and Sanford. COMPARISON WITH OTHER LAMY PENS The Aion is a completely different pen than the SafariAl-StarLX and the Studio. The place to talk about Montblanc pens both vintage & modern. Goulet Pens provides fountain pen enthusiasts the most personal online shopping experience through comprehensive education, exemplary service, and products we believe in. The Fountain Pen Network Facebook Group (FPN FB) is the largest fountain pen users and collectors discussion group on Facebook, originally created on September 3rd, 2008 by Mrs. I think you should try both in a store (or a pen show), if at all possible. March 23, 2024. Spoiler alert (This will be for review 264, but since it was drawn for InesF&39;s topic - link below - I&39;m posting it now. Thank you very much Namrehsnoom for surprising me with a travel miniature set of 5 Jacques Herbin inks. My particular pen is the Japanese market model which has the full word "Elite" on the cap band. Iron Gall recipes (eilu). But we're not talking about this pen, which was introduced a long time ago, but its successor, the Jinhao x159, which was released a few weeks ago and has a No. But that is a Noodler's benefit. The pen is styled after the already mentioned Montblanc 149. Here, well broadly categorize cheap fountain pens as those under. More specifically, these reviews are of pens that are in my personal collection, and that have been in use for at least a year. Forums; Events; Blogs; Downloads; Guidelines; Staff. California Live Oak Iron Gall Ink Recipe. Additionally the pen comes in three different. A large round tip producing very wide lines. Market Watch. At 198 its not inexpensive, but its a reasonable buy. Saw some Montblanc 2023 novelties today. Homemade Traditional Iron Gall Inks (fiberdrunk) Ink And Basil Tea (ParkersandPilots) Ink from food dye - Queen Teal 1. 2024 Arkansas Pen Show. Cartridge pens tend to dry out and clog because there is no flow of ink during filling. The 88P is very common to be found nowadays and represents a reliable fountain pen. March 21, 2024. The Elite is the pen&39;s name on the Japanese market and the pen is called the E95S in the United States due to a copyright issue. December 21, 2023 530 PM. Cap Fitting. The video now set to private gave me the impression that cc was way smaller than 3, almost like a mini Dialog 3 and product photos make it look smaller but i guess this is an illusion. The ones I found in a quick search are Karas Customs fountain pens (Decograph, Vertex, Ink - NOT Fountain K it is 5). Rollerball Pens. Lovers of pens from all Far Eastern Countries, excluding Japan and the Indian subcontinent, such as China, Korea, Singapore and others, with brands like Baoer, Duke, Haolilai, Hero, Jinhao, Kaigelu, Laban, Wing Sung and many other Brands, excluding TWSBI, share their interest here. But these are more or less useless without the humble paper or notebook that will let you capture your thoughts. I received this pen on 11 March 2021 and nevertheless decided to write a quick review for two reasons. The nib size (as in the diameter at the base of the feed) is still the same modern 5. It definitely feels different and less precious compared to Meisterstuck pens. Reviews are in alphabetical order by brand and color name within the brand. I prefer the ideos grip. My fountain pen inventory database is ready to download. The new Majonh V1 Vacumatic feels more like something Long would dream up over at PenBBS. Apr 28, 2017 Sheaffer Skrip (Blue, Black) Pilot (Blue, Blue-Black, Red) Pelikan 4001 (Royal Blue, Brilliant Black) Pelikan Edelstein (any of them, but I use Topaz and Sapphire) 2. and spent so much money, as well as time and effort, to build it for myself (because I can&39;t simply remember everything, especially as I&39;m getting older fast) and my wife, so that we can know; and, instead of just disposing of what displeased us, or even just not. Forum Stats Last Post Info; Discussion of Articles in Paul Erano&x27;s magazine, Fountain Pen Journal. Capillary action is the process of a liquid flowing in. They also have lists of groups, meetings and events dedicated to fountain penning (yeah, I just used fountain pen as a verb), as well as a marketplace where you can buy or trade new fountain pens. 05 I keep wasting my money on. The design of 85 is a little bit different than the classic 51. Shop thousands of fountain pens to suit every style, budget, and experience level, available at The Goulet. 1919 Platignum Pen Co. In 2008 Aurora found some old parts from the 88P in matte finish in its vaults and released a specific model (022) on his Archivi Storici series reissue. Capillary action is the process of a liquid flowing in. I am starting with Bilt Matrix Ledger (90 GSM) paper that I bought yesterday at an arts supply sto. Today in Korea, the price of all Parker & Waterman products has increased significantly, especially for the Duofold, with a 41 increase, bringing the list price to US1,000 including VAT. I think I might get to like it. The LE has a self fillng mechanism, a celluloid section and a very good ink view window. A large round tip producing very wide lines. Not for the faint of heart. Remove the acids. Elaine Therese Maddox and based on the website forum www. The design was probably made by the Aurora, after its Hastil design , for Montblanc. CS keep sending ornate pens to her in hopes that she will use them, so they can get the coat-of-arms on their advertising copy. If you prefer bigger pens, this one is likely not for you. I wanted to make sure I was making my way through all my EDC pens without ignoring any for extended periods of time. This nib claims that it is an Extra Extra Fine (EEF). Leave the snorkel in the inkwater for a short time to allow the sac to expand back to its normal size and fill wilth ink, then screw the filler knob back in to withdraw the snorkel. Reviews of commercially available inks, conforming to the ink review guidelinesModerators saskiamadding, lapis. Fountain pens work by only letting a small amount of ink out at a time, often referred to as a controlled leak. Frequently Asked Questions. However, also surprisingly heavy and with a not so comfortable step down to the section. Remove impurities. 21 Turquoise Inks. Out of Stock. Of course, it&39;s the only Frankenpen I have. The nib and feed are different as is the size and weight. Preserve it. LocationFulham, London UK. Like so many of us, I like the Pilot G2 rollerballs. It is functional and does its job. I&39;ve looked for a review of the Visconti Venus here but couldn&39;t find one. Remove the acids. Worlds Best range. Moderators smk, HDoug. The database maintains a lot of useful information about your fountain pen collection, including basic descriptive info, prices paid, repairs made and unlimited photographs. Soak the pen overnight in warm water to clear clogs (remove the cartridge of course). The ideos has a narrower section than the aion when gripping since the ridge will be at the top. Dip Pens. This showed up Ebay but is not listed in the Taobao flagship store. Ink Comparisons. They are not as EF as my Sailor EFs but they are quite similar to my Sailor Fs - but wetter. March 21, 2024. Frequently Asked Questions. It is not (yet) available in Namiki bottles. March 21, 2024. Hello again De Atramentis Document Ink - The new colours. Mar 21. Mar 2, 2023 LocationFulham, London UK. In Korea, the online store's discount is also uniform, and even taking this into account, it amounts to 700 including VAT. are all different things. It's only in one pen so far (a Narwhal Voyage with a stub nib). The design of this pen dates back to 1974, and was done by Gerd A. Until 730 PM. I didn't try 'Palmer' but I remember several discussions on that also. You&39;re thinking of the queen&39;s royal warrant. Elaine Therese Maddox and based on the website forum www. The Pelikan extra fine nib sprung, and the Goulet extra fine nib easily slipped into the Pelikan nib unit. Moderator watchart Followers 181. The upper metal part of the CON-70N is silver; previously, only CON-70 converters that came bundled with pens were silver-coloured, while old CON-70 converters sold separately were black. Hi this is my first post, so hoping you all can help. Posted September 6, 2013 (edited) Lovemy51 Below is a photo showing the two Cross rolling-ball pens side-by-side. 98 on Ebay so it is value for money. There is a version for both Mac and PC users. the Falcon Nib, there are two consistent points worth considering. Flourish . 154 views. How have you repurpose a pretty ink bottle with all of its ink used up. Mller, bauhaus, fiberglass, etc). Moderator watchart Followers 181. Black Walnut Ink. . spicy big but tube