i use some high end fountain pens and dont want fibers all in my nib --what do say friends??? thank you, Kim
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The paper is of good quality but I would not recommend using fountain pen. I prefer a heavier smoother paper for that.
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This is not normal. If you have worn down the nib this quickly it means you are pressing way too hard. Lighten up.
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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 have not tried this, but I would say no. The fountain pen part seems completely inseparable. You can replace the ink cartridges though and it is my favorite fountain pen because it doesn't seem to skip like others do until the very end of the ink. You might want to try searching for a rollerball version though, cause they make highlighters like this so they might also have a rollerball version?
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This is a very open-ended question. The answer depends on what you are trying to accomplish. The pens work great, are smooth, bright and fun to work with. I do a lot of organized doodling (some call it tangling) and for my purposes they work wonderfully. The only negative is they can smear just a bit if you don't give them a second or two to dry. I do wish they came in finer point sizes; but still great. As always, this is only my opinion and the only way to be sure they work for you is try them. There may be smaller groupings at a lower price if that is a concern.
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I have a Pfaff and it works great for me. My concern was since it was a push in that the nibs on the side might be too big or too small or too fat or something along that line. It turned out to be a non problem.
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Sure! Your pen needs to have ink flow stimulated by some form of "suction". The easiest and gentlest method I've found is to ball up a kleenex and run it very gently with the smooth side of the nib. Just gently "wipe" the nib in a downward motion until you see ink in the kleenex. Then try to gently "write" on the kleenex with the pen. If you get no lines, just keep the gentle downward wipe with the nib and you'll soon get it. Whatever you do, don't use "writing" on paper as a way of making the pen have flow. It's not a ballpoint! You'll wear down your nib which needs inky lubrication to perform well. Sure! Your pen needs to have ink flow stimulated by some form of "suction". The easiest and gentlest method I've found is to ball up a kleenex and run it very gently with the smooth side of the nib. Just gently "wipe" the nib in a downward motion until you see ink in the kleenex. Then try to gently "write" on the kleenex with the pen. If you get no lines, just keep the gentle downward wipe with the nib and you'll soon get it. Whatever you do, don't use "writing" on paper as a way of making the pen have flow. It's not a ballpoint! You'll... » Read More Sure! Your pen needs to have ink flow stimulated by some form of "suction". The easiest and gentlest method I've found is to ball up a kleenex and run it very gently with the smooth side of the nib. Just gently "wipe" the nib in a downward motion until you see ink in the kleenex. Then try to gently "write" on the kleenex with the pen. If you get no lines, just keep the gentle downward wipe with the nib and you'll soon get it. Whatever you do, don't use "writing" on paper as a way of making the pen have flow. It's not a ballpoint! You'll wear down your nib which needs inky lubrication to perform well. « Show Less
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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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Hi Carol! Fiber tipped pens are known to be a tad bit more responsive than rubber tips, that is the main difference. As a few others have mentioned, you will not have the "squeaky" or "sticky" problem with the fiber as well. While many customers are very pleased with our rubber tipped pens, I believe these would suit you very well :) Please note that these are our longest pens (7.3") and we DO offer them in shorter lengths, if that is what you prefer (5.3" is about that of a standard pen). If there's anything else I can help you with, please let me know! I can be contacted directly here:
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Looks like everyone else answered this, but I'll give it a shot too--and I'll borrow from the directions off my box of Pilot/Namiki ink cartridges. :P So--first, unscrew the pen. Hold your pen with the nib (the tip) of the pen straight up and remove the empty cartridge (or the converter if it's still on the pen--that thing on the end that you squeeze like an eyedropper bulb). Insert the new cartridge straight into the pen without turning or twisting. Also: Be sure to hang onto that converter! At the very least, you can use that to help yourself clean out the inside of the pen between cartridges (or between ink refills in general if you use bottled inks). What you do is, fill a cup with clean, cold water. (If your tap water is drinkable, use that. If you're more worried, use bottled water. Some folks swear by distilled water, but I don't feel it's necessary.) Put the converter onto the pen and use it to suck clean water into the pen, then squeeze the converter to get the dirty inky water out. Do this several times--draw up clean water, squeeze out the dirty water--until the water comes out clear. Then dry off the nib. Personally, I like to let my pen sit nib down in a cup stuffed with a wad of paper towel to dry overnight. Anyhoo--the converter will at least help you with cleaning the pen. But the really good thing about using any fountain pen is using *bottled inks.* That's really what that converter is for! When you feel ready to try out bottled inks, you'll really be needing that converter. So in the meanwhile, be sure to hold onto it and don't lose it. Yeah...you could always buy another one if you do, but why should you if you've already got one, right? Good luck and happy writing :)
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Seems like it's already been answered but to add my two cents in: Yes it *can* post to the end while writing but I really wouldn't. I have bigger hands (not huge, but big) and it completely throws off the balance of the pen... I'd just hold it or set it aside while writing. More than worth it (if you prefer to post pens while writing) for the pen. It's one of my absolute favorites.
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Hello, first of all my pens were garbage, none would write. I just threw them out. As far as I could tell the pen nibs were all the same. Hope you have better luck.
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Hi. I know. This pen make me frustrating every single day. I just put it in the garbage can. I bought new sailor fountain pen. sailor make great quality fountain pens. (expensive or chip It doesn't matter.) all sailor pens are great. I bought extra fine nib pen and medium pen. both are so good. I ordered Amazon and those were ship from Japan.
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The standard answer is do not mix fountain pens and airplanes. The change in pressure can possible cause the pen to leak. Use a nice Jetstream or G2, leave the fountain pens home.
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These pens generally work well. However, like most pens the tip can get clogged if I use a pen over some surfaces or media. I'm a mixed media artist, so sometimes I "draw" over acrylic or gesso or paper. Sometimes in those instances, I get a blob. However, it is due to the way I use them--not a problem with the pen itself. I have not had any problems with these pens leaking at all. They are top quality. And they only clog or make a blob because I use them on mixed media surfaces. I have had problems with "cheaper" pens clogging or leaking but haven't had that problem with these. Hope that helps.
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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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I think I have heard to use rubbing alcohol...I tried heat...like from a match...dont do that! doesnt work. But seems like the pens that are the ones with japanese writing on them work way better then the ones that do not...I have had no trouble with clogging with them, the others...always!