Thanks for the review. I love my BlueDew! It's not at all like a G nib (those rust easily). The convenience of its decent capacity converter means I can have a dip pen writing experience wherever I go. The nib flexes better than a G nib and offers finer lines than my Namiki Falcon. No regrets on my purchase.
I tried a G nib on a Jinhao months ago. It was like writing with a hypodermic needle; it is VERY sharp. I got an Ultraflex nib from Fountain Pen Revolution ( I have not connection to them.). That was an excellent experience but check with the owner, not all Jinhao’s take his nib. I was so impressed I just bought his Jaipur V2 pen with the ultraflex and it is a true delight to write with. You won’t be disappointed.
Do you have both the Jaipur and the Himalaya? I have both the Blue Dew and the Himalaya. Blue Dew writes more elegantly but it needs extra care in flexing.
@@ArtAndJournals I only have the Jaipur 2. Update- I clumsily damaged the nib. I got a new nib and feed from FPR and they have updated the feed. The ink flow is even better.
I worry about the lifetime of that nib. I really like drawing with my Pilot FA though. Easy to get spoiled by how versatile it is. I have a dip pen as well, but I have an awful habit of drawing on my bed and never got used to drawing at a desk, and I wouldn't want to spill ink on my sheets, although I do enjoy the dip pen. Maru nib is so fine. I guess it's hard to make a cheap fountain pen that accepts dip pen nibs. The tolerances on the fit with the feed probably have to be pretty good, and maybe dip nibs aren't all alike even for the same brand and type. Otherwise I don't really understand how it hasn't happened yet. Maybe it did and no one bought it.
Most pen companies used to have a G nib, or equivalent, since it is meant to stand for "general". I love the idea of a stainless nib, since the zebra nibs I have had, have rusted in the pen. I have yet to try the Titanium coated nibs, but I guess solid stainless steel sounds ideal. Would it be good for Spencerian and Copperplate writing?
That is definitely a plastic feed, ebonite is machined and that does not allow as complex shapes as plastic that is moulded. Besides that misalignment in the fins of the feed is the result of the two halves of the mould not registering properly, not the glueing of two already made parts.
I had a Zebra G nib pen. Frankly, the Zebra G nib point is just too sharp and it ends up scraping across standard paper. The best flex by far is the Waterman 52V flex nib pen that was made in the1930's and no longer around. I wish they would recreate the Waterman 52V.
You need to write a little faster to get that smooth script letterings with less railroading and the Waterman 52V can do the job. These Z nibs you have to write slow and sometimes even with the wettest inks you still get railroading.
If you don't mind switching out the nib every month or so, you can change out the Noodler's Ahab nib with a Zebra G nib. You have to heat set the feed to do so, but the Ahab converter is over 1mL so imo it's really worth it. I'd assume you can exchange it with any nib that's roughly the same size as a Zebra G but I've only tried the Zebra G. You'd have to use the Ahab with replaceable nibs for a while before you've reached that Bluedew price, but I can't say that Bluedew pen doesn't look tempting...
Very interesting to see more flex nib fountain pen offerings. I don't draw with flex often, but in case I do, I have my Ackerman fountain pen and it does the trick. Easy cleanup as well. If I didn't have it, I might've been interested in getting this one as it's stainless steel. Good thing I already have what I need as it's quite pricy.
@@94DEATHSOUL94 I have both. I personally prefer the fountain pen one as the standard flow feed was enough for my drawing and fountain pen inks. The pump was a bit of a hassle more than anything. The pens are well-made and utalitarian. A word of caution though, it may take time for Mr. Ackerman to ship the goods, but once he does, you should be in the clear.
Thanks for the review Teoh. I made the purchase shortly after watching. I tried the G Nib & Jinhao combination couple of years ago. Though it produced a line I liked very much, I found the hack too hard to maintain. This seems like a very good alternative. It could become my go to drawing pen based on its capabilities.
Same reason I gave up on Zebra-G. I don't like rust in my writings. I, Too, bought the nib units after seeing this video. I'm praying that it works the way it's shown in my Penbbs-355.
Interesting pen. Perhaps not revolutionary because such experiment have been tried before. The price could be more captivating but it seems the quality of the materials justifies it plenty. It's good to have yet another option for calligraphy.
Wow! Very pretty and thank you for the thorough review. Do you think waterproof pigment inks would be suitable in this pen or too risky? I use Platinum Carbon in my Lamy Safari for inking with watercolors and wondering if this would be another good option!
I love this pen! It will be one of my top pens of 2020. For such a great flex, it is a great price! Thank you so much for your thorough review! Awesome to get an experts opinion.
Just what I was thinking! I had resigned myself to the '750 G' (or a crowquill in a 991) but this makes me think differently. The price makes me pause, but how long do you need to hang onto it before the cost is the same as several rusty G nibs?
Call me old-fashioned, but I prefer dip pens. I just find it a more pleasurable experience, the fact that it's incredibly affordable is an added bonus. Also I prefer the quality of dip pen ink over fountain pen ink, and the tactile 3D effect that pigmented ink provides.
It depends on your workflow. But it's always good to have more tool options, especially in this case for people who want the convenience. I can easily use this pen outdoors without having to bring an ink bottle, or worry about ink spills.
I love my BlueDew but I haven't seemed to successfully use any other ink but PILOT Iroshizuku inks without having constant railroading/ skipping issues. I'm honestly not the biggest fan of PILOT Iroshizuku colors. I just purchased the Vanness White Lightning Ink Additive in the hopes of being able to use my Noodler's inks for my calligraphy practice. Does anyone else have the same issue? What inks have you all used successfully in your BlueDew?
Thank you for this overview and demonstration. Quite an interesting pen. I too am curious about what the feed material is as well as what kind of inks it can handle. I do wonder if it is designed to hold up to the kinds of waterproof inks that sketchers and artists like to use? Stay safe and well.
Should be alright with waterproof inks since this can be dismantled completely for cleaning. But it's good to clean out the ink when not using for weeks.
Wow, looking great! I hadn't heard of this pen before, so thank you so much for the review. Would any other brand's cartridges fit, do you know? Just wondering if it would be possible to get a little more ink capacity that way.
@@ArtAndJournals Damn, I've never tried Blue Dew, but 7 days is definitely not normal. I'd advise contacting the pen manufacturer, maybe you got a dud.
Just got mine. Don't bother. One thing they don't tell you is the nib is extremely scratchy. So scratchy it catches on paper when doing upstrokes. Don't waste your money
Hey, may I ask? 1) Are you familiar with Hongdian Black Forest? 2) I have such a writing style that my characters require thick upstrokes and thin downstrokes. I want to write with a fountain pen. Are there are special flex nibs for this or maybe there is a spexial method of using usual flex nibs but with a different orientation, angle etc...?
Interesting. That explains why it seems to flex without much pressure even though it’s not a solid gold nib. I’ve never seen a fountain pen come with some kind of g dip pen nib.
They said that it was the double charge. I'm not mad, shit happens. My card is fine I'll try again. The pen looks decent and I enjoy ones that have multiple line thickness. It saves on time when drawing.
@@georgeberg420 It could be intermittent internet connection or browser having a hiccup. I had a customer who bought twice in short succession. It piqued my curiosity so I emailed him. Turned out his browser hanged while processing the first purchase so he made another one immediately after. Understanding the cause, I refunded his second purchase. You can try PayPal if you are concerned. It has buyer’s protection scheme that’s good for the customer.
Thanks for the review. I love my BlueDew! It's not at all like a G nib (those rust easily). The convenience of its decent capacity converter means I can have a dip pen writing experience wherever I go. The nib flexes better than a G nib and offers finer lines than my Namiki Falcon. No regrets on my purchase.
It's funny how in the fountain pen world the G nib is called a "flex nib", but in dip pens it's more on the stiffer side. 😃
I tried a G nib on a Jinhao months ago. It was like writing with a hypodermic needle; it is VERY sharp.
I got an Ultraflex nib from Fountain Pen Revolution ( I have not connection to them.). That was an excellent experience but check with the owner, not all Jinhao’s take his nib. I was so impressed I just bought his Jaipur V2 pen with the ultraflex and it is a true delight to write with. You won’t be disappointed.
Do you have both the Jaipur and the Himalaya?
I have both the Blue Dew and the Himalaya. Blue Dew writes more elegantly but it needs extra care in flexing.
@@ArtAndJournals I only have the Jaipur 2. Update- I clumsily damaged the nib. I got a new nib and feed from FPR and they have updated the feed. The ink flow is even better.
My calligraphy sucks made me chuckle thanks I needed that today.
Your reviews are so thorough. Thank you.
I worry about the lifetime of that nib. I really like drawing with my Pilot FA though. Easy to get spoiled by how versatile it is. I have a dip pen as well, but I have an awful habit of drawing on my bed and never got used to drawing at a desk, and I wouldn't want to spill ink on my sheets, although I do enjoy the dip pen. Maru nib is so fine.
I guess it's hard to make a cheap fountain pen that accepts dip pen nibs. The tolerances on the fit with the feed probably have to be pretty good, and maybe dip nibs aren't all alike even for the same brand and type. Otherwise I don't really understand how it hasn't happened yet. Maybe it did and no one bought it.
Most pen companies used to have a G nib, or equivalent, since it is meant to stand for "general". I love the idea of a stainless nib, since the zebra nibs I have had, have rusted in the pen. I have yet to try the Titanium coated nibs, but I guess solid stainless steel sounds ideal. Would it be good for Spencerian and Copperplate writing?
I was on the fence. However, comments are right. This is way over priced for such pen. Thanks for the review.
That is definitely a plastic feed, ebonite is machined and that does not allow as complex shapes as plastic that is moulded. Besides that misalignment in the fins of the feed is the result of the two halves of the mould not registering properly, not the glueing of two already made parts.
I had a Zebra G nib pen. Frankly, the Zebra G nib point is just too sharp and it ends up scraping across standard paper. The best flex by far is the Waterman 52V flex nib pen that was made in the1930's and no longer around. I wish they would recreate the Waterman 52V.
Yeah, you have to draw real slow and draw in the right direction
I've been using the tachikawa g nibs and they seem quite smooth, but I suspect fountain pen nibs are designed to be smoother overall
You need to write a little faster to get that smooth script letterings with less railroading and the Waterman 52V can do the job. These Z nibs you have to write slow and sometimes even with the wettest inks you still get railroading.
If you don't mind switching out the nib every month or so, you can change out the Noodler's Ahab nib with a Zebra G nib. You have to heat set the feed to do so, but the Ahab converter is over 1mL so imo it's really worth it.
I'd assume you can exchange it with any nib that's roughly the same size as a Zebra G but I've only tried the Zebra G. You'd have to use the Ahab with replaceable nibs for a while before you've reached that Bluedew price, but I can't say that Bluedew pen doesn't look tempting...
From what day does Zebra g nib start corroding in a fountain pen
Very interesting to see more flex nib fountain pen offerings. I don't draw with flex often, but in case I do, I have my Ackerman fountain pen and it does the trick. Easy cleanup as well. If I didn't have it, I might've been interested in getting this one as it's stainless steel. Good thing I already have what I need as it's quite pricy.
Thinking of getting one myself, have you tried the pump ones?
@@94DEATHSOUL94 I have both. I personally prefer the fountain pen one as the standard flow feed was enough for my drawing and fountain pen inks. The pump was a bit of a hassle more than anything. The pens are well-made and utalitarian. A word of caution though, it may take time for Mr. Ackerman to ship the goods, but once he does, you should be in the clear.
@@icemarle Thanks for the info
Thanks for the review Teoh. I made the purchase shortly after watching. I tried the G Nib & Jinhao combination couple of years ago. Though it produced a line I liked very much, I found the hack too hard to maintain. This seems like a very good alternative. It could become my go to drawing pen based on its capabilities.
Same here. It went rusty immediately.
Same reason I gave up on Zebra-G. I don't like rust in my writings.
I, Too, bought the nib units after seeing this video.
I'm praying that it works the way it's shown in my Penbbs-355.
Interesting pen. Perhaps not revolutionary because such experiment have been tried before. The price could be more captivating but it seems the quality of the materials justifies it plenty. It's good to have yet another option for calligraphy.
Wow! Very pretty and thank you for the thorough review. Do you think waterproof pigment inks would be suitable in this pen or too risky? I use Platinum Carbon in my Lamy Safari for inking with watercolors and wondering if this would be another good option!
It should work. As long as pen can be dismantled completely it should be fine. But it’s good to wash out the pen when not using it for weeks
very nice fountain pen, seems like its versatile. and draws precise lines thin or medium thin, thanks for bringing this review to us.
I love this pen! It will be one of my top pens of 2020. For such a great flex, it is a great price! Thank you so much for your thorough review! Awesome to get an experts opinion.
That’s cool... it’s like a Jinhao 750 with a G nib without the corrosion problem! That would be worth it to me.
Just what I was thinking! I had resigned myself to the '750 G' (or a crowquill in a 991) but this makes me think differently. The price makes me pause, but how long do you need to hang onto it before the cost is the same as several rusty G nibs?
@@vermis8344 right? It would be cool if they would just sell the nib. Maybe I could jam it in a Konrad with the ebonite feed.
@@geckonia you can buy 2 replacement nibs! not sure of their size though
@@gabemadorma2933 it looks like a JoWo #6 doesn’t it? For $42 shipped I might have to take a chance
@@geckonia it does. If you end up taking it lmk how it goes! I’m curious as well
I am waiting for Blue Dew to come out with other colour and without swirl. I just like plain looking pen. :)
Would it work better with a better feed and titanium Zebra G Nibs.
Call me old-fashioned, but I prefer dip pens. I just find it a more pleasurable experience, the fact that it's incredibly affordable is an added bonus. Also I prefer the quality of dip pen ink over fountain pen ink, and the tactile 3D effect that pigmented ink provides.
It depends on your workflow. But it's always good to have more tool options, especially in this case for people who want the convenience. I can easily use this pen outdoors without having to bring an ink bottle, or worry about ink spills.
i see small iridium on the tip, that should make the nib last longer than regular g nib. now i'm interested to buy the nib to use it as a dip pen lol
That pen looks very pretty!
I love my BlueDew but I haven't seemed to successfully use any other ink but PILOT Iroshizuku inks without having constant railroading/ skipping issues. I'm honestly not the biggest fan of PILOT Iroshizuku colors. I just purchased the Vanness White Lightning Ink Additive in the hopes of being able to use my Noodler's inks for my calligraphy practice.
Does anyone else have the same issue?
What inks have you all used successfully in your BlueDew?
Nice choice Teoh, snazzy blue pen 😍
looks nice dip pens just end up ink on the floor
Very interesting. Does it have good snap back?
Good snap back because it’s quite stiff actually but with flex
The feed can’t keep up with the nib, that’s why it’s railroading.
Thank you for this overview and demonstration. Quite an interesting pen. I too am curious about what the feed material is as well as what kind of inks it can handle. I do wonder if it is designed to hold up to the kinds of waterproof inks that sketchers and artists like to use? Stay safe and well.
Should be alright with waterproof inks since this can be dismantled completely for cleaning. But it's good to clean out the ink when not using for weeks.
Wow, looking great! I hadn't heard of this pen before, so thank you so much for the review. Would any other brand's cartridges fit, do you know? Just wondering if it would be possible to get a little more ink capacity that way.
Other ink cartridges hold about as much ink. I have ink cartridges from Pilot, Sailor, Platinum, Lamy, Hero
The pen can be Eyedroppered with a little silicone grease on the section threads.
Does the nib corrode soon? Can you replace it with another? Does a Zebra G fit?
This nib does not corrode. It can't fit a Zebra G nib
If possible please review a variety of these so called "long point pencil sharpener".
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@@teohyc THANKS!
whats the price ??
Very informative.
Thanks.😊
thats sick
Do you have a recommended nib to replace blue dew’s? I think mine is broken. Atleast, I want to still use the body of this fountain pen
Any #6 nibs should do. BluDew also sell replacements nibs for their pens.
@@kesh49 thank you, I am considering getting a new Blue Dew nib, but since mine broke within 7 days of using, I am quite hesitant.
@@ArtAndJournals Damn, I've never tried Blue Dew, but 7 days is definitely not normal. I'd advise contacting the pen manufacturer, maybe you got a dud.
Just got mine. Don't bother. One thing they don't tell you is the nib is extremely scratchy. So scratchy it catches on paper when doing upstrokes. Don't waste your money
This is a downstroke pen, not for upstrokes. Most EF nibs are downstroke pens. You can damage this pen if you use it upstroke.
Hey, may I ask?
1) Are you familiar with Hongdian Black Forest?
2) I have such a writing style that my characters require thick upstrokes and thin downstrokes. I want to write with a fountain pen. Are there are special flex nibs for this or maybe there is a spexial method of using usual flex nibs but with a different orientation, angle etc...?
transparent cheap plastic made ink pen with price tag of $ 88,
Yea it's plastic, but it looks like hand turned acrylic to me. It's always seemed to be a quality material to me..
they're nice except for the stupid imprint of the name on the body, it cheapens it.
Feed is injection moulded, then it's surface is etched. It's not made of two parts. Nib is not stainless. It's spring steel.
Interesting. That explains why it seems to flex without much pressure even though it’s not a solid gold nib. I’ve never seen a fountain pen come with some kind of g dip pen nib.
It is stainless steel
Too expensive
Tried to buy one, the company charged me twice and my credit card company stopped the payment immediately. Shady as fuck
You should contact the seller so they can know the problem and prevent it from happening
Traced your purchase attempt. Reason given was “Failed: Card was declined”
They said that it was the double charge. I'm not mad, shit happens. My card is fine I'll try again. The pen looks decent and I enjoy ones that have multiple line thickness. It saves on time when drawing.
Also hella professional for even getting back to me. Much respect
@@georgeberg420 It could be intermittent internet connection or browser having a hiccup.
I had a customer who bought twice in short succession. It piqued my curiosity so I emailed him. Turned out his browser hanged while processing the first purchase so he made another one immediately after. Understanding the cause, I refunded his second purchase.
You can try PayPal if you are concerned. It has buyer’s protection scheme that’s good for the customer.
This is grossly overpriced for what you get.
looks like the typical plastic feed....
It's ebonite.
It’s not, Jeffrey specifically says on the FAQ it’s plastic and why he made the decision to go that route.
@@Lognamackya Thanks for the clarification!
What is happening that a pen is a talking point?
Please do a review on dish rags, gardening markers and mailbox flags. Like mundane is cool
You must be fun