New Pilot E95 Fountain Pen - Quick Review

[PenBoutique]

Hi all,

 

Below is a quick review of the new Pilot E95 fountain pen that our staff Joy put in. Hopefully it is useful.

 

http://blog.penboutique.com/2014/09/pilot-e95-black-and-ivory-fountain-pen-review.html

 

 

thank you,

 

sincerely,

 

Leena

[Green Ink]

Thank you! I'm intrigued by this pen. I've been watching for reviews.

[sharmon202]

I recently bought two from Goulet, F & EF, of the red. I love the old fashion style, light weight. I would not use the word "smooth" but I would for sure not say rough or scratchy. I would say very nice and I am glad I bought both. They write a nice fine, solid line, not wet but not dry. Just plain old Pilot quality as I am used to!

[troglokev]

Thank you! I'm intrigued by this pen. I've been watching for reviews.

 

There are a few already (one from me, two from Hari):

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/248085-pilot-elite-95s/?do=findComment&comment=2709319

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/249351-pilot-elite-95s-deep-red-m/?do=findComment&comment=2728158

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/index.php/topic/250275-pilot-elite-95s-black-ef/?do=findComment&comment=2741934

 

It's a great pen. You should get one.

[Green Ink]

I am impressed with the Pilot Varsity. I have a Pilot Prera that is a love of a pen. Time to move up the Pilot ladder.

 

Oh boy, I just ordered a burgundy one. Thanks for all your comments and links to reviews. I expect greatness!

[Newjelan]

I've had my Elite (burgundy)for about 10 days. I love the way it looks and it writes beautifully (I have a medium). I'm not a fan of the squeeze converter but can live with it because I adore the pen.

 

I do have one problem with the pen and it's really annoying. The pen dries out and won't start after it's been left for only a few hours. The cap seems to fit snugly and goes on firmly. If I leave it overnight or for a few hours, in order to get it start I need to drip some water on it and/or hold the nib inside a paper towel.

 

I love this pen and am concerned I may stop using it because of this problem. Does anyone have any ideas of what the issue is or how I can fix it?