Expensive Looking, Inexpensive Pens

[EricaTX]

I agree with the Levenger True Writer pens- I have three and enjoy them.

 

I also adore my Parker Sonnet. The Sonnet is a better-writing pen, in my opinion.

[Aditya D]

In my opinion a Sheaffer 100(which costs about $36) looks a lot more expensive than it actually is.

Edited January 31, 2015 by Aditya D

[Lamyrada]

The opposite view|

 

Comments, please....

 

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/283853-what-about-expensive-pens-that-look-cheap/?p=3259068

[perfaddict]

The Italix Parson's Essential gets consistent praise and is relatively inexpensive.

 

+1. Lots of pen for the price: looks, feel, finish and, essentially, beautiful writing experience.

[Freddy]

Certainly not Namiki Urushi Royal..even if it is your grail pen..hmm..

not a Montegrappa..you may like it..but..Not an Eyedropper and ED

filler..or the Conservative Teutonic Pelikan M1000 in Green....But..

please consider Signum Orione fountain pen{s} with steel nib..

which can be had for under a Grant......................................................

 

Fred

nihil sequitur geminis ex particularibus unquam

[mitto]

In my opinion a Sheaffer 100(which costs about $36) looks a lot more expensive than it actually is.

I do agree. Sheaffer 100 is a pen that gives the impression of a rather expensive pen.

[Bill]

 

I don't suppose you still have those results around? I would be very curious to see what was picked and chosen. You are right in that once you "know" the telltale signs of a brand it alters your price-guide in your head - people generally assume my Cross Bailey is more money than my Pelikan M205.

Here is the link to the thread: https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/10407-impress-the-average-joemary/?hl=%2Baverage+%2Bjoe

 

The little experiment was far from scientific, but it was certainly fun. I did it spur of the moment in my office so the variety of pens was limited to the ones I had on display and in my briefcase, and of course the one I had in my pocket. What surprises me nine years later is that I actually had that many pens at the office.

[Zillaxila]

Interesting experiment Bill, I really enjoyed it.

 

IMO I would say a Monteverde or a Keigelu. really nice pens and well constructed for their prices.

[Downcelot]

My suggestion: Mabie Todd Swan 4x60 ( 1950s - vintage) - top of the line, look great, write ridiculously good (like vintage 1920s Waterman goodness. That speaks volume).

Try to get lever filler. However, lever-less is fine as well but you most likely need to send it to the right place for correct sac size replacement. Those pens are very, very under-rated vintage pens so you can get one for pretty cheap, all you need is some patience and luck.

Edited February 6, 2015 by Downcelot

[Oldtimer]

What does 4x60 refer to?

[wspohn]

I bought a Pelikan P390 in silver plate a few years ago for $50. They look like a much more expensive sterling pen.

 

They seem to have doubled in price now, but I think they are still well worth that. see http://www.ebay.com/itm/Pelikan-P390-Silver-Europa-Fountain-Pen-18k-gold-M-nib-7-days-promotion-only-/191423096721?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item2c91b4a791

 

http://i162.photobucket.com/albums/t250/Scribe_album/EBay/IMG_1912.jpg

Edited February 6, 2015 by wspohn

[Downcelot]

What does 4x60 refer to?

the 'x' in 4x60 refers to 2, 4, or 6 - higher number means bigger nib. The #6 is really big and bigger is betta IMO !

[JordanN]

Skilcraft Executive Fountain Pen ($2.59 via Amazon).

[markleewebb]

Nemosine Fission. All metal body. Classic shape. I think it's $24. At first mine wrote marginally, but after a month or so has made it into my rotation of most-used pens. A rare star for a cheap pen, and looks very expensive.

[The Blue Knight]

Parker 15 Red laqua GT it feels looks like a £50 pen not a £15.

Edited February 7, 2015 by The Blue Knight