pens

[defspace]

I know a box of disposable Bics will last me a lifetime. I know an Allez will be all the bike I'll ever need.

I ride a Corsa and I wouldn't have it any other way.

I'm not interested in bling, just something that I'll take care of and keep track of. Something simple yet, in true Vsalon fashion, is made better than it needs to be.

Thanks

[Too Tall]

Well, since you asked. I've been using a version of the "Space Pen" for years. Has a nice weight and is smooth like buttah.

AG7 - Original Astronaut Space Pen

[s_curran]

I own one of these: CW&T SHOP — Pen Type-A I really like it, the only problems I have are solved in the production ones. I backed it through kickstarter. I also have a 3d printed sleeve for pocketing it.

[dashDustin]

I use a TWSBI daily. Also have a Cartier Diabolo that sees action. Fountain vs Roller Ball. Depends on the day and mood. TWSBI fountain helps me chill out and write better. Cartier is bullet proof.

[dashDustin]

I use a TWSBI daily. Also have a Cartier Diabolo that sees action. Fountain vs Roller Ball. Depends on the day and mood. TWSBI fountain helps me chill out and write better. Cartier is bullet proof.

Since this post I've killed two TWSBIs and a Lamy something or other. Cartier Diabolo is still going strong. Can't believe this pen is now 12yrs old.

[Bingissimo]

I'm a Sheaffer guy myself, although I do have a Parker Duofold as well.

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L-R,

• Parker Dufold Centennial, black
• Sheaffer Connaisseur, Levenger Seas blue
• Balance II, black
• Balance II, tortoise. (the acrylic was really brittle and the portion of the cap below the rings broke away)
• Targa, stainless steel
• Connaisseur, black

The black Connaisseur is my daily driver, the Duofold gets very little use these days

[Matthew Strongin]

Since this post I've killed two TWSBIs and a Lamy something or other. Cartier Diabolo is still going strong. Can't believe this pen is now 12yrs old.

How'd you kill them? Busted nibs, feeds, pistons?

I've been generally leaning into the Japanese brands lately, particularly Sailor. That said, I recently got an Edison with a Jowo #6 1.1mm stub and it quickly became one of my favorites to write with. I have terrible handwriting and the 1.1 stub manages to make my scribbles look cool.

[hmai18]

Zebra Space Pen hack.

I keep one in the office and move one into whatever bag I'm carrying around on a given day. Nice weight, no graphics, inexpensive.

[AngryScientist]

i've had the same standard silver cross pen forever. not that expensive, uses readily available cartridges, etc etc. takes plenty of abuse, what's not to love?

[defspace]

Zebra Space Pen hack.

I keep one in the office and move one into whatever bag I'm carrying around on a given day. Nice weight, no graphics, inexpensive.

Oh man, this looks right up my alley. A "hacked" pen. I read through that link, found the phrase "threaded press fits." Looks like you can't escape it anywhere.

[Jason Musgrave]

I love turn pens on the lathe. Funny thing is I've never made on for meself...

[hmai18]

Oh man, this looks right up my alley. A "hacked" pen. I read through that link, found the phrase "threaded press fits." Looks like you can't escape it anywhere.

It took me a few tries with cold/heat before I was able to pop the top off and I cut my hand on the stupid clip in the process...

[shirk]

Zebra Space Pen hack.

I keep one in the office and move one into whatever bag I'm carrying around on a given day. Nice weight, no graphics, inexpensive.

Dang those 701's are trick looking.

I carried the original 301's around for years when I worked in manufacturing and wore a uniform. They lived in the pocket protector that I slipped into the chest pocket every morning.

Must get a set of the 701's.

[Jason Musgrave]

Does my surefire tactical pen count?



*found it on the side of the road one day

[WMdeR]

I have a Lamy 2000 FP that I use as my daily pen in the office. I love it (and the hooded nib makes it stand out less to people who have negative associations with fountain pen users).

This is why I picked up a Lamy 2000 as well. I had started attending many meetings for a particularly-complex job and I started getting comments about my pen. That and I wanted a slightly finer point than a Pelikan medium for markup and notes.

Best,
Will
William M deRosset
Fort Collins CO

[j44ke]

Hmm, I just looked these up to see if they were still available. They are. And they come in matte black. I might need one.

[xjoex]

I either use the Zebra 301 or the Fisher Cap-o-matic space pen. A nice pen and a nice pad makes me take better notes.

-Joe

[dashDustin]

Attachment 90457

Straight from the source, apparently.

[dashDustin]

Attachment 90458

TWSBI Diamond 540 FP, Cartier Diabolo RB, and Lamy 2000 with G2 refill.

[AngryScientist]

Attachment 90457

Straight from the source, apparently.

nice. you'll like it. how many mm's?