Welcome!

[PenHero]

Welcome to the new Cross Forum!

 

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We noticed that there are really limited forums online that focus on Cross pens and pencils and the history and products of the oldest writing instrument company in the world.

 

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I'm hoping that Cross collectors will gather here and exchange informaton on Cross.

[PenHubris]

Hi. I am new here. Three days ago I purchased a Cross Verve Merlot. Today the clip came off. I didn't notice until I removed the pen from my shirt pocket. Luckily the clip was in my pocket. I'm not sure if I want another Verve now. I returning this tomorrow. Any thoughts or suggestions on another model or make?

 

Hubris

[petra]

Wow, what a drag! I love my Verve, but I don't use the clip at all. I hope they fix/replace it for you!

 

Petra

[paulie]

hello I have some cross pens I would like to sell where do you think I should do that? They are the ones with the cross tennis racket. They are really nice and they are brand new. I have had them for 2 years. PLease let me know your input.

[Guest Saints1976]

You could try the section on this board called "The Marketplace"

[pengeek9944]

That really sucks Cross will stand by their product. Call the Corporate offices www.mycrossbiz.com. I have found that the Townsend is the best Cross, has anyone tried the Cross Apogee Fountain? It rocks!!!!

[ballboy]

That really sucks Cross will stand by their product. Call the Corporate offices www.mycrossbiz.com. I have found that the Townsend is the best Cross, has anyone tried the Cross Apogee Fountain? It rocks!!!!

Yes, I've tried the Apogee, FP and BP, but hate the sharp clip end. Weight is nice but the Chinese detailing is a let down

 

Townsend and Centuries are great though

[msultan]

Aah, yes i own a Century Pen and I love it, very expensive i bought from the pen shop and it writes buetifully! The sleekness, the style the ink flow is all just so perfect! I love it!

 

If you want to see what else i have to say about the pen check out this blog: http://randomrealstuff.blogspot.com/ and dont hesitate to contact me!

 

Cheers!

Marya

[Diego]

Hello from Spain!

 

This is my first message and I'm new also in the brand. Just from yesterday, I have an ATX fountain pen and a Townsend roller (I'm thinking about changing it for an Apogee).

 

I'll take a look at the forum to learn the more I can about all of that.

[crosspens]

Hello everyone.

I thought it was fitting for Cross Pens to be in The Cross Forum

 

Welcome everyone

[yanni-sama]

hello everyone,I just got a cross radiance and i thought i joined you folks here

[Moray Eel997]

Hey all, I'm relatively new to fountain pens and I don't want to get anything not worth getting. Any suggestions for a good Cross pen?

[Donboss]

Hi I am a new member who recently picked up a Cross Century pen, would like some info on the pen plus what year mine might be. Any info would be appreciated. Donboss

[pennapotentiorestgladio]

Hello!

 

I'm new to FPs and I am on a bit of a budget. I was wondering if anyone could recommend a good "starter" pen. I like Cross pens, but any good started pen recommendations would be helpful. Thanks!

[Hex]

I have 2 in the mail.

1) Townsend bought here

2) Solo. I chased one of these down after having a Pen Party and it was voted as best pen. Naturally, it was snatched away from me. The one in the mail is white/black. I am sure that is not practical but I bet it's gorgeous.

[vsc]

Hi All,

 

My favourite and probably the cheapest cross pen I own is the solo. Although I believe they are no longer in manufacture, ebay UK still has lots advertised - usually just as cross fountain pen and they go between £4 - £15, this is a great starter pen for those wondering how to spend their money. Im in love with the cross brown ink - not sure why but it is special and always gets commented on!!

[PenHero]

All - This is not a forum for making trades or announcing your business. Please refrain. I've unapproved several posts for that reason.

[bdanh1989]

I have a Cross fountain pen: Cross Altas fountain pen.

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[4CrossPens]

Hello to all Cross Pen lovers wherever you hail from,

 

A real oldie here, having just celebrated my 78th.

Yes, born in 1946, 100 years after Cross was founded, the Century was MADE FOR ME!  😀

 

Brought up using a wooden handled dip pen, when our schools had a little, china ink-well situated within a round hole cut into the top right hand corner of the desk.

 

However, back, was it in the mid eighties, I think, I saw a colleague with with a silver, Cross, ballpoint pen.

Such a slim, elegant writing instrument really caught my eye and I just had to have one!

I found where to buy one from in the UK and eventually bought it.

At the top it says "Cross" then "925 Silver" followed by the cross symbol, and below that "Ireland", not USA.

 

Anyway, that was the first purchase.

A few years later I bought a silver (925) fountain pen, the Century II I believe. Marked USA this time.

Then finally I was able to fund a box set containing a rollerball and a propelling pencil. Both in 925 silver and marked USA.

I'm glad to report that they're all still in good condition and working well.

I'll post a picture of them shortly.

 

Hence the 'moniker' (although not all of them are strictly speaking 'pens') "4CrossPens".

 

Glad to have found a haven for people with a similar interest.

 

4CP.

Edited July 26, 2024 by 4CrossPens
Added a picture.

[inkstainedruth]

Somehow missed this before now.  

I've got a few Cross pens: a couple of Solos (I'd dearly love to be able to get a few more of the colors); an Adventura; and a Verve that I keep trying to gear myself up to re-inking at some point in a possibly vain attempt to be able to hold it high enough on the section so as to NOT get ink all over my fingers (OTOH, I DID only pay a buck for it in a place connected to Consruction Junction that specializes in Arts & Crafts supplies), and was staggered by the price on eBay of a different color one.... 

Ruth Morrisson aka inkstainedruth