Jump to content

Justus 95 Rekindling My Pilot Fancies


KarloT

Recommended Posts

I picked up a Justus 95 last week. I was not expecting to like it as much as I do but it is one of the few Pilot offerings that I get along with.

 

The section is long enough to be comfortable in my hand and I like that the transition from barrel to section is subtle. Weight and balance are good, even when posted.

 

I find that Pilot's Fines tend to flow dry from the box, and exude a toothy feel on a counterclockwise stroke. This one was wet and smooth, whether it was set to H or S.

 

A full flex pen this is not, but I like their expression of a soft nib.

 

If you've been thinking of the Justus, I'd say it's worth a test drive. I also wouldn't be surprised if one ended up following you home. :)

Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • Replies 8
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

  • KarloT

    3

  • PAKMAN

    2

  • jde

    1

  • quinden

    1

Top Posters In This Topic

I am considering one of these, how much did you get yours for ?

 

Is it comparable to a vintage semi-flex ?

Dentist... Guitar player (not playing these days).... And a fountain pen user like all of you!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I got mine for a little under $300 at one of my favorite Asian B&Ms.

 

Set at S, it's about as springy as the vintage Aurora 88 in my box.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Congratulations, Karlo! I love mine.

 

Did you get the lined or the barleycorn finish?

Currently using:Too many pens inked to list, I must cut back! :) I can guarantee there are flighters, urushi, and/or Sheaffer Vac-fillers in the mix!!!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

That's wonderful, Karlo! A friend lent me his Justus for a little while. I fell madly in love with the nib, but alas the pen does not sit well in my hand. *sigh* Can't have it all, apparently.

 

So glad you are enjoying one for me!

 

Cheers,

Julie

:happyberet:

...writing only requires focus, and something to write on. —John August

...and a pen that's comfortable in the hand.—moi

Link to comment
Share on other sites

I love the way mine writes and how big a pen it is in relation to other Pilots I've used.

PAKMAN

minibanner.gif                                    Vanness-world-final.png.c1b120b90855ce70a8fd70dd342ebc00.png

                         My Favorite Pen Restorer                                             My Favorite Pen Store

                                                                                                                                Vanness Pens - Selling Online!

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Congratulations, Karlo! I love mine.

 

Did you get the lined or the barleycorn finish?

 

I got the barleycorn. The lined was too subtle a finish for my taste. Something like Nakaya's hairline but glossy instead of matte.

Link to comment
Share on other sites

  • 4 weeks later...

I just got mine yesterday, also in the barleycorn finish. I really like it a lot!

Proud resident of the least visited state in the nation!

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Congrats!

PAKMAN

minibanner.gif                                    Vanness-world-final.png.c1b120b90855ce70a8fd70dd342ebc00.png

                         My Favorite Pen Restorer                                             My Favorite Pen Store

                                                                                                                                Vanness Pens - Selling Online!

 

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now







×
×
  • Create New...