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Justus 95 Rekindling My Pilot Fancies


KarloT

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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. :)

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

 

Is it comparable to a vintage semi-flex ?

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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.

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Congratulations, Karlo! I love mine.

 

Did you get the lined or the barleycorn finish?

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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

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

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

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

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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.

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

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Congrats!

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