Help Me Choose My 10 Pens

[Teaos]

Well, I've decided to adopt MsLoathsome's wonderful Rule of 10. I have compiled a rough list of the pens I would like to be on it, but there are still some blanks. I was wondering if you could recommend some pens to me.

 

 

Well here's the list so far, in no particular order. I have also add some reasons to explain why I chose the pen:

 

1. Pilot Capless Red Sesenta

 

What drew me to this pen was its unique mechanism which can retract the nib with a click. I currently have a red sesenta version of this model, and I'm in no hurry to get rid of it.

 

2. Pilot M90

 

I believe in collecting a variety of pens, and this pen's integrated nib was a function that I can not resist.

 

3. Nakaya Kuro-tamenuri

 

I absolutely love the looks of this pen. It is black with a hint of red around the edges. I've heard that the pen is supposed to get redder with use. I have never seen it but I'm sure it will look stunning. I'm still unsure what size to get though.

 

4. Parker 100 Colbalt Blue

 

I know many of you dislike this pen as you think it is a modern take of the Parker 51. I however in my very very humble and extremely wrong opinion, think that this pen is *gasp* better than the Parker 51. :embarrassed_smile:

 

5. Visconti Divina

 

The curves on this pen are absolutely stunning. I have also heard the nib is excellent.

 

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Out of the pens listed above I currently only have the Pilot Capless.

 

 

Some other pens I have also considered are the:

 

Pilot Bamboo

 

Omas Paragon/Milord (What's the difference?) A colourful one like Laura has here

 

Visconti Van Gogh (Cappucino?)

 

Giuliano Mazzuoli Moka/Mokina

 

Delta Dolce Vita

 

Pilot Custom 823 Amber

 

Lamy 2000

 

 

I know these pens may seem a bit expensive for a teenage kid, but I'm trying to teach myself to save up my own money and buy things I want, instead of asking my parents for them. I also believe in buying little, but enjoy and appreciate what you do buy, not buying for the sake of owning an expensive pen.

 

I'll probably be saving until I'm twenty or thirty for some of those pens.

 

Are there any pens that you would recommend to me for my collection?

 

Thanks for the help.

 

Regards,

 

Jeremy

Edited April 28, 2009 by Teaos

[lovemy51]

4. Parker 100 Colbalt Blue

 

I know many of you dislike this pen as you think it is a modern take of the Parker 51. I however think that this pen is *gasp* better than the Parker 51. :embarrassed_smile:

 

keep it up, buddy... you lose friends this way.

Edited April 28, 2009 by lovemy51

[Teaos]

4. Parker 100 Colbalt Blue

 

I know many of you dislike this pen as you think it is a modern take of the Parker 51. I however think that this pen is *gasp* better than the Parker 51. :embarrassed_smile:

 

keep it up, buddy... you lose friends this way.

 

Changed it. Hope I can keep some more friends :roflmho:

 

Jeremy

[hexyr]

I would add either Pelikan m800 or m1000 to the list.

You already have Visconti an Nakaya on the list.

[Marko Kloos]

The list needs a Pelikan of some sort.

[JeffCarr]

I agree that a Pelikan must be in the mix. I have several, but my daily workhorse is an m600 with Richard Binder custom ground Full Flex nib. I wouldn't discount the m400's or m600's from your list if you need a dependable piston-filler. Personally, I still prefer the size of the m600 over my m800, but I am trying to adapt.

 

Jeff

[SCW80]

I'd add an Edison Herald or Pearl. I love my Herald and have a Pearl on my to buy list. If you get an Omas, get an old style Paragon or Milord and/or maybe an Ogiva.

[penguinmaster]

I'd add an Edison Herald or Pearl. I love my Herald and have a Pearl on my to buy list. If you get an Omas, get an old style Paragon or Milord and/or maybe an Ogiva.

 

I second an Edison. I also like the Lamy 2000. Classic pen, I still have it on my list to pick up in the near future. As for the Parker 100. I personally like it, better than the "51", not sure, to each his/her own I guess!! I saw write with what you like! I'm not sure about the Pilot 823. I really dig the look of the pen, not so sure I like the ink on/off valve, seems like an annoyance to me.

 

Regards,

 

Tom

Edited April 28, 2009 by penguinmaster

[tt32003]

You can't leave out a Pelikan.

And you seem to like Japanese pens.

A sailor is a must then.

[greencobra]

Maybe you should just rethink your position on that 10 pen rule. :roflmho:

 

But you have on your list 2 of my all time favorites, the Bamboo and the Dolcevita. Get a Dolcevita that writes perfectly out of the box and you have a friend for life.

[tj4810]

I would recommend the Visconti Van Gogh either maxi or midi size (it depends on your budget) as all the colours are very attractive, specially the musk one.

[parker51man]

Well, I've decided to adopt MsLoathsome's wonderful Rule of 10. I have compiled a rough list of the pens I would like to be on it, but there are still some blanks. I was wondering if you could recommend some pens to me.

 

 

Well here's the list so far, in no particular order. I have also add some reasons to explain why I chose the pen:

 

1. Pilot Capless Red Sesenta

 

What drew me to this pen was its unique mechanism which can retract the nib with a click. I currently have a red sesenta version of this model, and I'm in no hurry to get rid of it.

 

2. Pilot M90

 

I believe in collecting a variety of pens, and this pen's integrated nib was a function that I can not resist.

 

3. Nakaya Kuro-tamenuri

 

I absolutely love the looks of this pen. It is black with a hint of red around the edges. I've heard that the pen is supposed to get redder with use. I have never seen it but I'm sure it will look stunning. I'm still unsure what size to get though.

 

4. Parker 100 Colbalt Blue

 

I know many of you dislike this pen as you think it is a modern take of the Parker 51. I however in my very very humble and extremely wrong opinion, think that this pen is *gasp* better than the Parker 51. :embarrassed_smile:

 

5. Visconti Divina

 

The curves on this pen are absolutely stunning. I have also heard the nib is excellent.

 

________________________________________________________________________________

 

 

Out of the pens listed above I currently only have the Pilot Capless.

 

 

Some other pens I have also considered are the:

 

Pilot Bamboo

 

Omas Paragon/Milord (What's the difference?) A colourful one like Laura has here

 

Visconti Van Gogh (Cappucino?)

 

Giuliano Mazzuoli Moka/Mokina

 

Delta Dolce Vita

 

Pilot Custom 823 Amber

 

Lamy 2000

 

 

I know these pens may seem a bit expensive for a teenage kid, but I'm trying to teach myself to save up my own money and buy things I want, instead of asking my parents for them. I also believe in buying little, but enjoy and appreciate what you do buy, not buying for the sake of owning an expensive pen.

 

I'll probably be saving until I'm twenty or thirty for some of those pens.

 

Are there any pens that you would recommend to me for my collection?

 

Thanks for the help.

 

Regards,

 

Jeremy

 

[goodguy]

Lamy 2000 is a great pen

 

A pen you must own is either MB 146 or the 149 what ever suits your writing style.

 

Sheaffer Snorkel is another unique and reliable pen.

 

Omas Paragon is the best writer of course but the old style!!!

 

PArker Vacumatic is another vintage must in my book.

[vans4444]

Although I am very new to FPs I would have thought you should try to have some vintage pens.

 

Perhaps a Sheaffer Balance, because if my very hazy pen history is correct, it had an important effect on pen design. Also a Parker 51, because it is such a classic and successful design.

 

I agree with all the Pelikan comments. I have just taken delivery of a M600 and it is a great looking pen and a smooth writer

[AsiaPen]

Drop the Pilot Bamboo ...really.

I would replace it with a Namiki Falcon even a custom nib from one of our clever nibmeisters, third to half the price and you will have heaps of fun. Bit like having a stable of autos and one motorbike that is great to rip around on.

 

Where the hell is the Sailor , a Sapporo or a 2-tone 21k PG and you will still have money over to buy something else but not as nice You have to have a Sailor dude.

 

The Nakaya absolutely...I have a gaggle of clipless Piccolos with art but wont help you with which Nakaya coz that is half the fun and will take you ages. Even the Black Piccolo is stunning.

 

The M90 ...I had a vintage and the modern and writing with it sorta felt like it looked (a whittled stick). I am into technical nibs but I would just call this one novelty (and then duck and run).

 

Love my 2000EF ..but not as much as my Sailors or even my Sesenta

 

A Pelican I think is a must (as it will be for me soon), Visconti yum and I am seriously looking at 2 LEs now that will take away my pocket money for the rest of the year and beyond ...but have no experience and nothing to say about the others.

 

You have a Sesenta and love it, me too and mine is red too, an F and the nib just blows me away, it was supposed to be just an OK pen with a little nib that I can 'click' ...boy was I wrong.

 

 

 

[theblackpen]

Get some vintage pens in there:

Parker 51

Sheaffer Snorkel

Sheaffer Targa

Parker 75

 

If you want 10 pens only, then you should have some iconic pens that have stood the test of time.

The Lamy 2000 is a must have also. Consider a Pelikan M800 too.

Good luck

 

[inkdesigner]

I have to echo the comments folks have made on the Lamy 2000. It is a great pen that has withstood the test of time. Also, something from the Pelikan range would be good, perhaps a M805 or a M625 (always been partial to the look of silver on a pen over gold). Something else to consider would be something from DaniTrio, perhaps an eyedropper filler if you can find and afford it.

 

Inkdesigner

[ToasterPastry]

I tend to pursue vintage pens; great pens for less money:

 

1. Eversharp Skyline (1940s). It comes in a variety of colors. Cool design. Great nibs. I own two, and want to own more. Very much an under appreciated pen in the marketplace.

2. Sheaffer Balance with #3 nib (1930s). I tend to prefer nibs with a little flex, but the #3 nib makes a great statement for the stiffer nib.

3. Waterman 52 or 55 (1920s to 1930s). You can't go wrong with these pens. Once you own one, you'll see why. Well constructed pen made for writing, and not displaying.

4. Kaweco Dia. Nice little daily user with mildly flexible gold nib. Piston filler. Depending on which side of the pond you live on, you can probably pick up one of these for little money.

 

I could add more...Sonnecken 222, Moore 94-A, Sailor 1911; but the list there is a good place to start.

[J0rdan]

Add a Pelikan m800 demo to that list and you'll have both a fantastic demonstrator and a Pelikan.

[Randal6393]

Personally, I find I prefer the Pelikan M200 over the larger sizes. Seems to fit better with my hand. The performance matches that of any of the other Pelikans that I have had the pleasure to use. Everyone should at least try a Pelikan -- it seems to me to be the quintessential pen.

 

Montblancs are nice pens but pricey and not sure they are worth the money unless you just happen to groove on them.

 

The Lamy 2000 is a must-have in my pen box. I have seldom enjoyed a pen as much as my 2000. Any Lamy is a great buy and should work out well for you.

 

Best of luck to you,