Did anyone have trouble writing with this pen?I have had this pen for a week now and it is a constant battle to get ink from the nib onto paper
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Maybe they can change it, because my pen works great and my boyfriend is using it for about 1 years. But actually I can remember that it took some time writing with it, before it worked well.
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Mine has worked well from the start and even if I do not use it for a week or more, it still starts up. I will tell you two things to do that will help your problem. I have used ink pens for 40 years, so: first clean the pen with cold water (the nib) and then buy a high quality ink. I use Edelstein from Pelikan and it is by far the best one made. it is expensive, but it goes a long way and you can get lots of colors. Pelikan also has cartridges, but I use a bladder with my ink pens. You can find Pelikan at Fahrney's or Colorado Pen. Good luck. I believe this will make the difference.
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My pen works ok. You may try to dip the nib (not the whole pen) in water for a while and then let it dry. The ink always flows better after that.
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I bought a bottle of Parker ink thinking the ink that came with the pen might be bad. It still wouldn't flow. I ended up buying a different pen and have had no problem. Ink flowed first time, everytime.
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I typically use it in a Montblanc fountain pen with a fine nib. This means there is less ink transferring to the paper than with a broad or thick line nib, reducing the potential for smearing before the ink can dry. I have never had a problem with it smearing. It drys fast. I have also never had a problem with the ink clogging the nib. I may fill it three or four times before perfromaing a very thorough cleaning of the nib. I like the ink very much.
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Please let me know which hot foil pen you are using and I will try using our foil. It may take some time to purchase the same pen you are using. Regards, Victor
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My pen has never had an problems. I did have a problem with another one and called the 800 number on their website. They were very helpful and we fixed it. It's been a while and I don't really remember the issue. Good luck!
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I have with a regular ball point pen and so far have not had any trouble but I would not recommend writing with a gel pen. it takes longer for the "ink" to dry.
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Yes, Eric. It is thick and you will love it. What kind of fountain pen do you enjoy writing with? I am asking to get inspired by you :)
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I like to draw with it. The pen feels good in my hand. I rest my index finger alongside the clip. The nib has a little springiness to it. The line will be a little on the narrow side of whatever nib size you choose. The cartridge or cartridge converter does not hold a lot of ink. Keep that in mind, when choosing your nib size. if you are looking for a permanent ink, you could try Noodler's Black or any of the Bullet Proof / Eternal inks from Noodlers. Those inks are permanent to cellulose based products only. To reduce residue buildup, the fountain pen should be flushed regularly. Great fountain pen. I hope this has helped.
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I have no problem in writing. Try washing the whole system with warm, may be soaking nib to clean up. I use inks for fountain pen with converter and not a cartridge.
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That is a good question. I have not continue to mess with them. I found the stem in the fountain pen is weak. Some broke off. I used a small narrow nail to poke the hole but it will not go into the pen. So I am not recommending them for purchase unless they include the proper ink with them. I will revisit them today because you asked. I will get back to when I figure this out. Take care Bill
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there was an extra nib in the package.... i have NOT tried that nib.... i just assumed it was exactly that... an extra nib.I will try it now though, that you mention this thought, to see it it is actually any different....
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Just break the nib! So easy and crippy. I bought 2, one worked and the other I had to broke the nib!
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When I got mine I used it within days. It still had a bit of a delay in starting to write. You have to press down on the tip and wait a bit for it to get primed or at least mine did. I hope that is all yours needs too. I hope this helps.
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My white one died after 2 months, which is troubling since all i use this for is grocery list and calendar. My yellow one is doing okay so far; however, i'm noticing that the way the ink comes out is not really consistent. With this one, it comes out fine when i write with the tip, but not that well when i use the entire surface (like how you would use the highlighter). Haven't used other colors yet.
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John This, just the best writer I've ever had, was leaky with the converter and I had to switch to cartridges. I found a converter at http://www.coloradopen.com/product/waterford-kilbarry-edge-fountain-pen/graduation and may try with another so I can mix my ink again.
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The ink i got sucked as well .. i havent had any problems with the equipment . I did have to adjust it .. i contacted the company through email an reported the issue with the ink ... they resolved the issue with it after notifying them of the problem
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Can't help on that, because I have a hard time making it work period. I have Windows XP, and it worked well for awhile, then started smearing, fading, skipping and otherwise giving me trouble. It still looks beautiful as a piece of furniture, though; I'm too "thrifty" to pitch it. Tried to have it scan a page an hour ago and it refused. I don't print very often, so the ink cartridges refuse to obey the printer, being dried up. With all the time I spend trying to get it to work, I could write documents in long hand quicker. Best of luck to you, Tom! George Strella, Tulsa