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STEELINOX · 14 March 2010, 03:18 AM

when I get em, what is the first thing to do for "inspection" of the FPs.
Actually, I am ordering several mfg's; MB, LAMY, a Pelikan and Nakima/Pilot?
Do FPs have some "break-in" practice also?

Thanks,
Randy

shandy · 14 March 2010, 03:29 AM

Well done Randy, what models are you getting?
I have found that after a few days of writing the nibs on my pens seem to write better, now, I am not so sure that is the pen though. I think I get used to the sweet spot that the particular nib has an hold the pen accordingly.

I know a lot of folks say a pen develops the charectoristics of the user (thus you should never use someone elses pen) but I must admit that I have not found that to be the case with all the vintage pens I have owned, again it is just me getting used to the pens sweet spot!

One thing I would say is to flush your pens with water a coupl of times before use. I usually fill two cereal bowls with tepid water, one with one or two drops of dish soap and the other clear. Flush your pen a couple of times with the soap water and then rinse four or five times with the clean water (be sure to replace the clean water for each pen!) I find this eliminates potential problems a lot of folks find when using a brand new pen such as flow of ink.

Also. If you find any of the new nibs a little scratchy you might want to do the Brown paper bag trick as that smooths off any rough edges gently. I found I needed to do that with the Lamy I had (no need with any of the pens from Nibmiester Mottishaw!!) just do figure of eights on brown paper until the nib feels as smooth as you want it (I usually check after five or six goes!)

Looking forward to seeing the photo's and your thoughts of your new collection, Congratulations once again

JimC · 14 March 2010, 03:43 AM

Congratulations, Randy! Waiting is the hardest part!

Sounds like you will have some fun when they arrive. It seems like a great selection. That will give you a good cross section of the differences between various pens from different manufacturers.

Can't wait to see the photos of what you have selected!

JBat · 14 March 2010, 03:51 AM

Congrats, Randy. Look forward to the pics.

Numismatist · 14 March 2010, 04:53 AM

Ahhh the hospital...what dangerous fun!!! Make sure to listen to bill cosby on the hold message...

STEELINOX · 14 March 2010, 05:32 AM

Thanks fellas,
I ordered a MB Generations, a LAMY 2000, a Pelikan Souveran 215, and a Namiki/Pilot Falcon all w/fine nibs...

"Goin to the Hospital" ~ !

sunburst · 14 March 2010, 05:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STEELINOX

Thanks fellas,
I ordered a MB Generations, a LAMY 2000, a Pelikan Souveran 215, and a Namiki/Pilot Falcon all w/fine nibs...

"Goin to the Hospital" ~ !

You gonna love that Namiki Falcon with the EXTRA FLEXIBLE nib.

2careless · 14 March 2010, 05:44 AM

Congrats Randy!

Looking forward to seeing your reviews!

daveathall · 14 March 2010, 06:54 AM

I googled "the pen hospital" to see what everyone was on about.

Congratulations Randy, stunning instant collection.

STEELINOX · 14 March 2010, 07:18 AM

I like going to the HOSPITAL now ~ !
http://www.fountainpenhospital.com/

JimC · 14 March 2010, 07:45 AM

Good score on all, Randy!

Lion · 14 March 2010, 08:50 AM

Randy, what a lucky "dog" you are for scoring four fountain pens at once. You will enjoy how they write and will probably never go back to anything else!!!

STEELINOX · 14 March 2010, 09:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

Randy, what a lucky "dog" you are for scoring four fountain pens at once. You will enjoy how they write and will probably never go back to anything else!!!

"Baroooo ~ !"

Browining · 14 March 2010, 10:49 AM

You've picked some fine examples from each manufacturer. Congratulations on your collection.

Browning

STEELINOX · 14 March 2010, 11:31 AM

Actually fella's I joined some "Pen Forums" and the selection I have read reviews about have given me pause, and I am going to cancel the order and go to some local shops and check these out in the flesh...

Stay tuned...

Shangas · 14 March 2010, 12:04 PM

Fountain pens do not have a break-in period. They either WORK or they DO NOT WORK.

As Shandy theorised about the "pen becoming one with the writer" thing, I'll say this:

Fountain pen nibs DO wear down. But this takes decades of daily writing to happen. You need not fear of it happening overnight. You can use other peoples' pens, and they can use yours. Whether or not they break them, is another thing.

Bisquitlips · 14 March 2010, 12:26 PM

Sweet! Congrats on some fine pickups!

Naples09 · 14 March 2010, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STEELINOX

Actually fella's I joined some "Pen Forums" and the selection I have read reviews about have given me pause, and I am going to cancel the order and go to some local shops and check these out in the flesh...

Stay tuned...

Randy, did you read anything about the MB that you picked? I've been thinking of picking that pen up from the Hospital as well.

Thanks,

Jim

2th Dr · 16 March 2010, 12:46 AM

Congrats Randy Baby! I've bought several pens from them in the past!

STEELINOX · 16 March 2010, 12:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Naples09

Randy, did you read anything about the MB that you picked? I've been thinking of picking that pen up from the Hospital as well.

Thanks,

Jim

Hi Jim:

I joined "FountainPenNetwork.com" & "FountainPenForum.com"; that's where I found one of the reviews on the MB. Basically, they said it was not heralded as a true MB writer and that it fell in the slot of something you might get that was found sitting atop your conference materials at a meeting, also some doubted that it was even a "resin construct" but a "casting" - so that didnt chime with me, any thoughts anyone on the GENERATIONs pen??

Thanks,
Randy

STEELINOX · 16 March 2010, 12:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2th DR

Congrats Randy Baby! I've bought several pens from them in the past!

Thanks Doc !

Numismatist · 16 March 2010, 01:03 AM

Randy, it's true that you really have to go spend time in an MB boutique to write with various pens. I had certain pens in mind at first, then after spending an hour in the boutique, I completely changed my mind.

There are sooo many factors. pen length, width, nib size, how it tapers where you hold it, pressure (or lack of) required to write, balance, and so on. Much more beyond what it looks like. I was quite surprised when I tried a dozen or so models how different they are.

Good luck with your quest - and show us pix when you get them!

STEELINOX · 16 March 2010, 01:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Numismatist

Randy, it's true that you really have to go spend time in an MB boutique to write with various pens. I had certain pens in mind at first, then after spending an hour in the boutique, I completely changed my mind.

There are sooo many factors. pen length, width, nib size, how it tapers where you hold it, pressure (or lack of) required to write, balance, and so on. Much more beyond what it looks like. I was quite surprised when I tried a dozen or so models how different they are.

Good luck with your quest - and show us pix when you get them!

Will do Chris, thanks...

sunburst · 16 March 2010, 01:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by STEELINOX

Actually fella's I joined some "Pen Forums" and the selection I have read reviews about have given me pause, and I am going to cancel the order and go to some local shops and check these out in the flesh...

Stay tuned...

Randy, you are in San Diego and there should be plenty of pen shops for you to try it in person (which is always the best option).
As for MB Generation I saw a platinum version at local Costco for $174.

Lion · 16 March 2010, 01:17 AM

Randy, happy hunting and buy because you like the fit and feel to your hand instead of being impulsive!!!

STEELINOX · 16 March 2010, 01:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lion

Randy, happy hunting and buy because you like the fit and feel to your hand instead of being impulsive!!!

Exactly !

Taffi Abernathy · 17 March 2010, 02:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by JimC

Waiting is the hardest part!

A personal friend of Tom Petty perhaps?

shandy · 17 March 2010, 03:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

A personal friend of Tom Petty perhaps?

Hey Faith, has yours got to you yet??

Taffi Abernathy · 18 March 2010, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shandy

Hey Faith, has yours got to you yet??

Hi Ian,

I will be posting pictures of my new pen and pen rest as soon as my prize arrives. Please be forewarned that my camera and photography skills both leave a lot to be desired. Faith

shandy · 18 March 2010, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Taffi Abernathy

Hi Ian,

I will be posting pictures of my new pen and pen rest as soon as my prize arrives. Please be forewarned that my camera and photography skills both leave a lot to be desired. Faith

No worries Faith, Mine are not much better either, it's the thought that counts

14 March 2010, 03:18 AM	#1
STEELINOX 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,022	Okay, so I am ordering something(s) from the "hospital"... when I get em, what is the first thing to do for "inspection" of the FPs. Actually, I am ordering several mfg's; MB, LAMY, a Pelikan and Nakima/Pilot? Do FPs have some "break-in" practice also? Thanks, Randy __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

14 March 2010, 03:43 AM	#3
JimC "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Anchorage, Alaska Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,188	Congratulations, Randy! Waiting is the hardest part! Sounds like you will have some fun when they arrive. It seems like a great selection. That will give you a good cross section of the differences between various pens from different manufacturers. Can't wait to see the photos of what you have selected! __________________ My collection, in order of acquisition: 16610 Sub (Z serial) 16710 GMT-Master II (Coke and Pepsi) (Z serial) 16570 Explorer II (White) (F serial) 116660 Deepsea (V serial) 79270 Tudor Tiger Chrono (red dial)

14 March 2010, 05:32 AM	#6
STEELINOX 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,022	Thanks fellas, I ordered a MB Generations, a LAMY 2000, a Pelikan Souveran 215, and a Namiki/Pilot Falcon all w/fine nibs... "Goin to the Hospital" ~ ! __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

14 March 2010, 06:54 AM	#9
daveathall "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: Dave Location: England. Watch: Various Posts: 7,304	I googled "the pen hospital" to see what everyone was on about. Congratulations Randy, stunning instant collection. __________________ KINDEST REGARDS DAVE

14 March 2010, 07:18 AM	#10
STEELINOX 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,022	I like going to the HOSPITAL now ~ ! http://www.fountainpenhospital.com/ __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

14 March 2010, 03:29 AM	#2
shandy Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Real Name: Ian Location: canada Posts: 1,724	Well done Randy, what models are you getting? I have found that after a few days of writing the nibs on my pens seem to write better, now, I am not so sure that is the pen though. I think I get used to the sweet spot that the particular nib has an hold the pen accordingly. I know a lot of folks say a pen develops the charectoristics of the user (thus you should never use someone elses pen) but I must admit that I have not found that to be the case with all the vintage pens I have owned, again it is just me getting used to the pens sweet spot! One thing I would say is to flush your pens with water a coupl of times before use. I usually fill two cereal bowls with tepid water, one with one or two drops of dish soap and the other clear. Flush your pen a couple of times with the soap water and then rinse four or five times with the clean water (be sure to replace the clean water for each pen!) I find this eliminates potential problems a lot of folks find when using a brand new pen such as flow of ink. Also. If you find any of the new nibs a little scratchy you might want to do the Brown paper bag trick as that smooths off any rough edges gently. I found I needed to do that with the Lamy I had (no need with any of the pens from Nibmiester Mottishaw!!) just do figure of eights on brown paper until the nib feels as smooth as you want it (I usually check after five or six goes!) Looking forward to seeing the photo's and your thoughts of your new collection, Congratulations once again

14 March 2010, 03:51 AM	#4
JBat "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Real Name: John Location: Washington Watch: 16710, 16610, DJ Posts: 7,329	Congrats, Randy. Look forward to the pics.

14 March 2010, 04:53 AM	#5
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Ahhh the hospital...what dangerous fun!!! Make sure to listen to bill cosby on the hold message...

14 March 2010, 05:44 AM	#8
2careless "TRF" Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Melbourne, AU Watch: Pepsi Posts: 4,370	Congrats Randy! Looking forward to seeing your reviews!

14 March 2010, 07:45 AM	#11
JimC "TRF" Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Jim Location: Anchorage, Alaska Watch: Rolex Posts: 1,188	Good score on all, Randy! __________________ My collection, in order of acquisition: 16610 Sub (Z serial) 16710 GMT-Master II (Coke and Pepsi) (Z serial) 16570 Explorer II (White) (F serial) 116660 Deepsea (V serial) 79270 Tudor Tiger Chrono (red dial)

14 March 2010, 08:50 AM	#12
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Randy, what a lucky "dog" you are for scoring four fountain pens at once. You will enjoy how they write and will probably never go back to anything else!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

14 March 2010, 10:49 AM	#14
Browining "TRF" Member Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: San Diego Posts: 258	You've picked some fine examples from each manufacturer. Congratulations on your collection. Browning

14 March 2010, 11:31 AM	#15
STEELINOX 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Oct 2008 Real Name: Sink-O! Location: a praire in AZ Watch: ROLEX-less atm... Posts: 14,022	Actually fella's I joined some "Pen Forums" and the selection I have read reviews about have given me pause, and I am going to cancel the order and go to some local shops and check these out in the flesh... Stay tuned... __________________ *Positive Waves Baby* Lug Hole Loyalist / Chamfer Line Inspector INFORTHE WIN SUB-MAH-REEEN-ER ~ !

14 March 2010, 12:04 PM	#16
Shangas Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Real Name: Shahan Location: Melbourne, Austra Watch: 1957 Ball RR watch Posts: 312	Fountain pens do not have a break-in period. They either WORK or they DO NOT WORK. As Shandy theorised about the "pen becoming one with the writer" thing, I'll say this: Fountain pen nibs DO wear down. But this takes decades of daily writing to happen. You need not fear of it happening overnight. You can use other peoples' pens, and they can use yours. Whether or not they break them, is another thing.

14 March 2010, 12:26 PM	#17
Bisquitlips 2025 Pledge Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Real Name: Richard Location: USA Watch: YM Deep Space Posts: 12,527	Sweet! Congrats on some fine pickups! __________________ Rolex Yacht-Master 40mm (SS-YG / Deep Space MOP) 16623 Breitling Aerospace Titanium / 18K with UTC. Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Oris TT1 Pro Diver Regulator 43MM

16 March 2010, 12:46 AM	#19
2th Dr Banned Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Mark-O! Location: Arlington, TX Watch: Rolex Posts: 12,714	Congrats Randy Baby! I've bought several pens from them in the past!

16 March 2010, 01:03 AM	#22
Numismatist "TRF" Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Real Name: Chris Location: Camden ME & STT Watch: 116600 Posts: 6,350	Randy, it's true that you really have to go spend time in an MB boutique to write with various pens. I had certain pens in mind at first, then after spending an hour in the boutique, I completely changed my mind. There are sooo many factors. pen length, width, nib size, how it tapers where you hold it, pressure (or lack of) required to write, balance, and so on. Much more beyond what it looks like. I was quite surprised when I tried a dozen or so models how different they are. Good luck with your quest - and show us pix when you get them! __________________ Rolex 116600 Sea-dweller Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White Legrand FP Montblanc Solitaire Doué Black & White RB Montblanc Meisterstück Diamond Mozart BP Montblanc Meisterstück Mozart BP

16 March 2010, 01:17 AM	#25
Lion "TRF" Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Real Name: Leo Location: Midwest Watch: GMT-II 16710 PEPSI Posts: 21,461	Randy, happy hunting and buy because you like the fit and feel to your hand instead of being impulsive!!! __________________ SS GMT-II 16710 PEPSI(Z-serial#) THE ONLY DIFFERENCE BETWEEN MEN AND BOYS IS THE PRICE OF THE TOYS!!! MontBlanc Meisterstuck Doue Silver Barley MontBlanc Meisterstuck Solitaire Doue Signum Proud Card Carrying Member of the Curmudgeons.....Yikes!!!

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