Pilot Custom 98 Review

[Ed Ronax]

Excellent review, thanks.

[trent]

ooh, interesting review, Is it comparable to a lamy 2000?

 

It is much, much smaller than the Lamy 2000. It uses cartridges or converter and not a piston. The nib is not hooded. The body is made of resin and not Makrolon. The Custom 98 is closer to being like a mini version of a Montblanc or of a Sailor 1911. (But it is much slimmer than the Sailor Sapporo Mini.)

Edited February 23, 2010 by trent

[Rekord]

Thanks for the great review and for all the info. Now I want one too!

[WordBird]

The Custom 98 was one of the first new fountain pens I purchased, years ago. II love vintage pens but couldn't resist its sharp look and good reviews from other owners. It is very small, and its diminuitive size might be problematic for a person with large hands or arthritis. It does write smoothly and is not as picky about paper as many pens. It produces an elegant looking letter. It has also has been the most reliable fountain pen I've ever owned. I carry it to write with daily - even for quick casual notes, and have been very happy with it. Mine is cherry red - can't miss it in my purse!