Chinese Pens Show And Tell.

[richila]

 

The 250 is a narrower pen than the x450. It compares more favorably with the 886 in that department. I'll try to remember to take some measurements with the micrometer and the scale on both pens so you can directly compare.

Thank you, Magnus!

[magnus919]

Apologies for the delay. First, the pens. The infamous 99 cent X450 up top, 250 below. Yes, the inner cap is broken on my 250. And the micrometer tells me that the difference in diameter isn't as much as I had previously thought!

 

http://i.imgur.com/9KWJrIv.jpg?1

 

The business end:

http://i.imgur.com/t1qamVY.jpg?1

 

Jinhao X450 Measurements:

• Total Length (Capped): 140.6mm
• Uncapped Length: 123mm
• Diameter (Body): 13.5mm
• Nib: #6

Jinhao 250 Measurements:

• Total Length (Capped): 139.7mm
• Uncapped Length: 122mm
• Diameter (Body): 13mm
• Nib: #5

I usually borrow my daughter's scale for measuring weight on the pens, but the scale is not where I usually find it and she's sleeping, so we'll have to settle for quantifying the dimensional aspects of the two pens. Hope that helps.

Edited January 14, 2016 by magnus919

[richila]

Apologies for the delay. First, the pens. The infamous 99 cent X450 up top, 250 below. Yes, the inner cap is broken on my 250. And the micrometer tells me that the difference in diameter isn't as much as I had previously thought!

 

http://i.imgur.com/9KWJrIv.jpg?1

 

The business end:

http://i.imgur.com/t1qamVY.jpg?1

 

Jinhao X450 Measurements:

• Total Length (Capped): 140.6mm
• Uncapped Length: 123mm
• Diameter (Body): 13.5mm
• Nib: #6

Jinhao 250 Measurements:

• Total Length (Capped): 139.7mm
• Uncapped Length: 122mm
• Diameter (Body): 13mm
• Nib: #5

I usually borrow my daughter's scale for measuring weight on the pens, but the scale is not where I usually find it and she's sleeping, so we'll have to settle for quantifying the dimensional aspects of the two pens. Hope that helps.

Thank you! that is exactly what I needed to know. The 250 goes on my shopping list.

[Ian the Jock]

Me too Richila

Apologies for taking so long.

I don't know much about the Regal, but it looks to be in the same style as some of the Picassos, which are pretty slim pens.

The Baoer 517 might be good though.

 

 

 

 

I won't go into the technical bit as Magnus has already done so, but there isn't much between them.

I'd say that the Baoer is more compact when posted, and I personally prefer the section on the 250, 750, and the Baoer to the 450, and I also prefer the shape of those 3 too.

I know that you have a penchant for all things orange, and the 250 does come in orange.

If you fancied a "rusty" tortoiseshell type orange then the 517 fits the bill.

It would be just the job as a pen to throw into your bag.

Of them all, unfortunately the cap on the 250 is the one most likely to come off in your bag, with the Baoer and the 750 being the least likely.

 

The 517 is a nice pen, with a smaller nib, which is nice and wet, and smooth too.

A good "carry about" pen, all being said.

 

The 886 .........Not for me thanks.

 

Ian

[richila]

Thanks Ian! Oooo, That orange is almost exactly the color of Levenger Sunset. The Baoer has a screw on cap, right?

Edited January 14, 2016 by richila

[Ian the Jock]

No, it's a snap cap, but it is very secure.

 

Ian

[magnus919]

My first Jinhao 159 came in mail yesterday (along with some Jinhao 599's and 699's, and yet another unmarked Baoer who's model name I'd have to look up). I'm running Hero blue-black ink through it, which has quickly become one of my favorites for journaling. Next to a common Lamy Safari, this thing is such a beast. Though surprisingly not bad to write with.

http://i.imgur.com/QhrjNcI.png

[richila]

My first Jinhao 159 came in mail yesterday (along with some Jinhao 599's and 699's, and yet another unmarked Baoer who's model name I'd have to look up). I'm running Hero blue-black ink through it, which has quickly become one of my favorites for journaling. Next to a common Lamy Safari, this thing is such a beast. Though surprisingly not bad to write with.

 

http://i.imgur.com/QhrjNcI.png

The 159 is just fun. It is my daily writer for teaching.

[richila]

Thank you, thank you , thank you Ian! I couldn't be happier with my Baoer 517. I am so glad you posted the picture- it was so much better than the ones on Ebay or Amazon. I bought a 5 pack from Amazon - too impatient for China and couldn't pay $20 for the one pen when I could get 5 for $31. It is perfect color, weight and the fine point that works best in my tiny notebook.

Same ink - Levenger Blazing Sunset - in 4 different pens by Richila, on Flickr

Edited January 25, 2016 by richila

[Ian the Jock]

Glad to be of assistance Richila.

Your "oranges" are starting to stack up.

I've been using my Baoer too, since I did the pics, and it's a great pen, very reliable, and starts straight off with no hassle.

I have diamine chocolate brown in mine though.

 

Ian

[Ian the Jock]

I was using this pen today, and thought I'd do an S&T, as I haven't done one for ages (too many other pen distractions )

This is a really nice pen. Quite elegant and well weighted, with the usual excellent Huahong nib.

I've been using it all day, and will probably use it all day tomorrow again.

I have another the same but with a stub nib, but I'll stick to this one for now as I'm really quite enjoying it.

 

Ian

 

 

 

[magnus919]

 

 

That Jinhao X450 twist is one of my favorites. Mine is in red. You've got another of my favorites there, in the same color: the orange Jinhao 159. I keep mine filled with Hero Blue-Black always, and it's an EDC pen for me. Sometime this week I'll be upgrading it with a Goulet nib. The X450 already has a 1.1mm Goulet stub and I keep it inked with Noodler's Black Swan in English Roses.

[richila]

 

That Jinhao X450 twist is one of my favorites. Mine is in red. You've got another of my favorites there, in the same color: the orange Jinhao 159. I keep mine filled with Hero Blue-Black always, and it's an EDC pen for me. Sometime this week I'll be upgrading it with a Goulet nib. The X450 already has a 1.1mm Goulet stub and I keep it inked with Noodler's Black Swan in English Roses.

My daughter-in-law has a Goulet broad nib in her X450, but I haven't changed any of mine yet. I plan to flush out the Kurve (twist) when I get home and fill it with J Herbin Lie de the. My 159 is my daily writer for school work- I take attendance and grade with it everyday. It makes my students smile.

[inkeverywhere]

After a month of waiting (actually began thinking I'd been scammed) my Kiagelu 316 arrived this week. Pens I buy from Japan are delivered in a week or less, go figure. Anyway I opened the package and my first impression was what a heavy pen, I think I'm safe in saying I don't own another fountain pen this heavy. Althouh a heavy pen I really like the extra weight.

 

I first checked the nib with my loupe and it was perfect in every aspect, something which pleased me. I gave the pen a good clean prior to inking. I find the convertor is not the best fit into the pen, it appears to be a screw in but no matter how much I tried to screw it in it would only push in.

 

I inked the pen with Pelikan 4001 in blue for the all important writing test.

 

I started on Rhodia paper first and then on some really cheap note paper. What a writer! The nib is silky-smooth, a pleasure to write with. One of my favourite and best writers amongst my collection is a Pilot 74 with a f/m gold nib, the Kiagelu compares favorably with this nib. I have to comment, for an Asian medium nib it is broader than what I had expected but not to the point where I'd say I dislike it.

 

I am a collector of vintage Parker fountain pens, and yes one day would love to own a Parker modern Duofold but until that day arrives I will be very happy with my Kiagelu 316. For a little over $20(AUD) I think I have done quite well.

 

With the crappy exchange rate for the Aussie dollar I believe more Chinese fountain pens will be on the cards for a while.

 

 

Greg

Edited January 30, 2016 by inkeverywhere

[Ian the Jock]

You could do worse than get more Chinese pens Greg.

Some are unbelievable value for money.

Cheaper than the 316 but above the couple of dollar pens is the Hero 7022, which is another excellent pen.

The build quality is first class and it's a terrific pen to use, really well balanced and extremely robust.

Then there are the Huahongs...a bit more difficult to track down, and require a bit of patience to get at their cheapest, but well worth the effort.

 

I'm pleased you like your Kaigelu, and like you, I like the weight, it gives the pen a "presence" that adds to the overall quality feel.

What colour did you get?

 

Ian

[sanyalsoumitra]

This is a wonderful thread. Lovely photos. I would like to show a few less common ones I have in my collection in later posts.

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Edited January 31, 2016 by sanyalsoumitra

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