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I will also add that due to the impeccable craftsmanship, the last cc Ranga pen (model 5 in premium aka imported ebonite) I got is comparable to my Edison. Both Jowo nibs, both high quality ebonite. Ranga was two times less the cost (and I have a limited budget). Edison pens are CNC milled whereas Ranga are handmade on a lathe. That the two are comparable in their high quality...It really reflects well on Ranga as it takes a lot of patience and skill to hand make pens to this level of fit and finish. I say Mr Pandurangan is a top notch craftsman.

 

Not all pen brands are equal in quality. My first handmade ebonite pen (with another unmentioned company in the US) was a disappointment. Pockmarks, cap doesnt screw on properly, ink evaporates in a week, end cap is wonky... but I was a newbie at the time and accepted it as part-and-parcel of what a handmade pen would be like. But then I got an Edison and a Ranga. Perceptions completely smashed. One word. QUALITY!

 

There's a reason why I keep getting ”just one more pen" with each Ranga group buy. The care that goes into crafting each Ranga pen really makes it special. I know I'll get something I'll treasure.

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Dear Mr. Ayami_109 Sir,

 

My sincere hearty thanks to your words and admiration. We are growing because of customer's like you.

We give personal attention to every pen as much as we can since we craft our own pen in our own hands.

You have added more responsibility to us with your praise.

Let us try to keep it up.

 

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Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

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Any update on shipping? Mr Kandan ji kindly send a email if pen is shipped as I will have to make arrangements when postman comes.would like to know approx time of delivery

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Dear All,

 

This Group Buy has come to an end with ultra overwhelming response.

We have already started the shipping . Shipping details have been sent to those customers.

We are targeting to complete the shipping for most of the First batch orders by this Saturday (12th May)

Tomorrow is Postal Holiday in India. Shipping will continue on the next three days.

I will keep you posted. Thanks for your patience and support

 

 

REgards,

Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

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I've been eyeing the mottled brown for a while. As you know I got the mottled green for the Model 8 and the pattern was lovely, reminded me of marble. I'm sure your mottled brown won't disappoint!

 

I do have both the eyedropper and cartridge converter. I personally prefer CC because I don't write very often. Even a converter can take at least a month to finish, especially if I have 3 or 4 pens inked. I also like really big oversized pens (like the model 5) due to the thick grip section. However an eyedropper holds a ton of ink, and even more so for oversized pens. I can't partially fill the pen with an ED due to possible burping, but a CC is more forgiving in this case. BUT I must admit that the Ed pens are an absolute bargain for the quality of craftsmanship. And despite fewer nib choices, the Indian nibs for the ED perform really well. ED pens are wetter to write with too, which is nice but you do get a thicker line. I generally prefer a finer line but hey, plenty of people like thick juicy lines. So having said all that it is pretty clear that for me it is down to wallet-friendly vs being more practical. So far it's one ED and two CC Ranga pens. I

 

Oh an another thing to consider is nib swapping. The Jowo nibs for the CC are nifty as they screw out. I got the JW black oxide nib this time and I'm excited that I'll be able to try it out in my other pens. If I get an ED next time, I might upgrade for the Conklin (made by Bock) nib as I got two other Conklin pens with different nib sizes. Again, boils down to practicality. :D

 

Last group buy I told myself it'd be my last pen, but here we go again! I'm a sucker for ebonite so yeah... I'm already anticipating the next group buy.

 

 

I will also add that due to the impeccable craftsmanship, the last cc Ranga pen (model 5 in premium aka imported ebonite) I got is comparable to my Edison. Both Jowo nibs, both high quality ebonite. Ranga was two times less the cost (and I have a limited budget). Edison pens are CNC milled whereas Ranga are handmade on a lathe. That the two are comparable in their high quality...It really reflects well on Ranga as it takes a lot of patience and skill to hand make pens to this level of fit and finish. I say Mr Pandurangan is a top notch craftsman.

 

Not all pen brands are equal in quality. My first handmade ebonite pen (with another unmentioned company in the US) was a disappointment. Pockmarks, cap doesnt screw on properly, ink evaporates in a week, end cap is wonky... but I was a newbie at the time and accepted it as part-and-parcel of what a handmade pen would be like. But then I got an Edison and a Ranga. Perceptions completely smashed. One word. QUALITY!

 

There's a reason why I keep getting ”just one more pen" with each Ranga group buy. The care that goes into crafting each Ranga pen really makes it special. I know I'll get something I'll treasure.

 

Thanks much for the super detailed and insightful feedback Ayami. Gratitude!

 

I will probably be in your camp of going "one more" each time ;)

 

Dear All,

 

This Group Buy has come to an end with ultra overwhelming response.

We have already started the shipping . Shipping details have been sent to those customers.

We are targeting to complete the shipping for most of the First batch orders by this Saturday (12th May)

Tomorrow is Postal Holiday in India. Shipping will continue on the next three days.

I will keep you posted. Thanks for your patience and support

 

 

REgards,

Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

 

Thanks much for the update Mr. Kandan!

It would be great if you could advise us on what qualifies as first batch - orders placed by what date?

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Any update on shipping? Mr Kandan ji kindly send a email if pen is shipped as I will have to make arrangements when postman comes.would like to know approx time of delivery

It will be on this week sir.

 

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Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

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It will be on this week sir.

 

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Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

 

Thanks Mr. Kandan.

Even for people who ordered last week?

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Thanks much for the super detailed and insightful feedback Ayami. Gratitude!

 

I will probably be in your camp of going "one more" each time ;)

 

 

Thanks much for the update Mr. Kandan!

It would be great if you could advise us on what qualifies as first batch - orders placed by what date?

Payment till 26th April is considered as First Batch.

 

Regards,

Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

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My pen is on its way, thanks to Mr Kandan - can't wait to see it! (Sometime in the next 2-3 weeks... :mellow: )

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For all those in the States keeping track, my package arrived today in New York. I have not yet opened it.

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For all those in the States keeping track, my package arrived today in New York. I have not yet opened it.

 

Thanks @jjlax10 - my pen *hasn't* yet arrived in regional New South Wales, but your post gives me hope that it may not be too far away!

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I did not enter this group buy as I saw the Ambitious fine was not available. Will this be back in the future as my Ranga 3 eyedropper with this nib is my favourite pen, bar none to write with.

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For all those in the States keeping track, my package arrived today in New York. I have not yet opened it.

Great to hear Sir. It is quick shipping time by Indiapost.

Please post the pcitures here.

 

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Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

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Yippeeee...here comes my new Pen.

Great Handwriting and pictures Sir.

 

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Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

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Payment till 26th April is considered as First Batch.

 

Regards,

Kandan.M.P

Ranga Pen Company

 

 

Thanks for sharing, Mr. Kandan.

 

It's great to see pics of people's latest acquisitions!

Looking forward to more pics :)

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HAPPY DANCING!!! My package arrived today!! Opening the unique cloth wrapping was difficult; however, enthusiasm for my first Ranga (1st Indian) and first ebonite soon won the day.

 

Was it worth the cost and the wait? ABSOLUTELY!! I haven't inked it yet, but the thrill of the package - a uniquely and carefully wrapped bundle - the appearance and feel of this beautifully-crafted pen....I'm already looking forward to the next group buy!

 

Inking and pics very soon!

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