Topic suggestion: Some Chinese pens have standard nibs that can be replaced, so I believe. How to determine and find a Goulet, jowo, or bock replacement. Etc
I picked one of these up about 8(?) years ago when it was a Kickstarter project. It was a lot cheaper then at $65. It also had a problem with the magnets getting out of alignment so that when you put the cap on, the flat parts were misaligned. However, I remember that the magnet assembly was fairly easy to disassemble so I took it apart and strategically applied some JB Weld to the magnet and locked it into place. Problem solved. I hadn't heard much about this pen in the last few years and assumed it kind of just floated away into the abyss like a lot of other Kickstarter Fountain Pens (Trilogy Pens Zero) but I have seen it occasionally pop up again the last few months and I am betting that it has been re engineered or at least improved. In the end, though, the pen was just a bit small for my tastes though and I never got over the lack of a clip. I think the removable versions look tacky so I sold it. No regrets. I hope the pen and its current owner are happy. Speaking of regrets.... yeah you should have thought through the Laban 325 giveaway a bit more. That pen is a stallion and one of the best larger pens out there.... period.
Nice review Doug. I think the Aurora Green is a lovely color. I know how a Ti nib feels, I have one in my Ensso PIIUMA Minimalist in Titanium! I won't be getting one of these though, as I'm waiting on an Ensso Bolt in Titanium, and a Namisu Nova Titanium Pocket pen. Both were Kickstarter projects. Enjoy that Titanium nib!!
I have aluminum pens, but don't love them much: Lamy Safari ALs and Kaweco AL sports (Blue stone-washed Kaweco, and a plain red one; I don't know where my Lamy ALs are). I dislike how cold the aluminum pens are when I pick them up. I've had titanium nibbed pens, but they didn't write well enough for me to keep using. Even when I disagree with you, I enjoy the reviews.
I have a Gravitas pen with a titanium nib- hated the feel as soon as I put it to paper. But it may be that it’s a titanium flex with an extra fine tip. In any case, it’s turned me off to titanium nibs in general. Nice review on this pen, Doug.
That Laban is a sweet pen. Thanks so much. I really like the converter on the Stilform pen. They do indeed need to include a clip at that price. Thanks for another great video. I always look forward to your reviews
I just bought a Kaweco Supra in Brass got the clip as well for it to put on. I always wanted a sport, but they are too small for my hands. Haven't gotten it yet but should be sometime today. Got it for 80 bucks brand new. Will you ever be reviewing one of those eventually? Great review as always!
Two things: 1. Maybe it’s just me, but I would rather companies say the price is $135 and include something as necessary as a clip, than be $119+$16 2. You mentioned an international link but I do not see it
Again, nice guitar work! The pen, though, reminds me very much of a black anodized aluminum from ROTRING, that I purchased maybe 10 years ago, with a beautifully smooth #5 steel nib, 40 grams capped, 26 grams uncapped. I liked it at first, but it seemed to become slippery-er in the hand the more I used it. Hopefully your Stilform does not "age" that same way...
You are spot on. It is a very German design, form and interesting function, meaning the adjustable nib position to align the nib to the facets. I like the magnetic clasp a lot. I do like anodized aluminum pens, having started with the original Sensa pens. I know I ask this a lot, but do you think it can be eyedropper filled? I have two pens with a Bock Titanium nib and know what you mean when describing the feel of it when writing. I was also surprised at the bounce of the nib. I wouldn't think so, given that titanium is stronger than steel. Was the price for the pen in Canadian dollars? I have been thinking about getting a new pen. I have been looking at the Ranga Splendour with a #8 nib, but this is an alternative. Great review, Doug.
I'd put an o-ring on it and grease the threads, but yes, it should ED. The prices in Cdn are on the screenshots. You can get international pricing on the website by pulling down the preferences menu top right.
Excellent review once again. At $400 CDN with Titanium nib, converter and clip, I will pass on this one.
Holy smokes 400 is regular price? I got one with all those extras on the kickstarter and I'm pretty sure it was close to 200cad.
Topic suggestion: Some Chinese pens have standard nibs that can be replaced, so I believe. How to determine and find a Goulet, jowo, or bock replacement. Etc
I picked one of these up about 8(?) years ago when it was a Kickstarter project. It was a lot cheaper then at $65. It also had a problem with the magnets getting out of alignment so that when you put the cap on, the flat parts were misaligned. However, I remember that the magnet assembly was fairly easy to disassemble so I took it apart and strategically applied some JB Weld to the magnet and locked it into place. Problem solved.
I hadn't heard much about this pen in the last few years and assumed it kind of just floated away into the abyss like a lot of other Kickstarter Fountain Pens (Trilogy Pens Zero) but I have seen it occasionally pop up again the last few months and I am betting that it has been re engineered or at least improved. In the end, though, the pen was just a bit small for my tastes though and I never got over the lack of a clip. I think the removable versions look tacky so I sold it. No regrets. I hope the pen and its current owner are happy.
Speaking of regrets.... yeah you should have thought through the Laban 325 giveaway a bit more. That pen is a stallion and one of the best larger pens out there.... period.
Thanks, Brett!
Nice review Doug. I think the Aurora Green is a lovely color. I know how a Ti nib feels, I have one in my Ensso PIIUMA Minimalist in Titanium! I won't be getting one of these though, as I'm waiting on an Ensso Bolt in Titanium, and a Namisu Nova Titanium Pocket pen. Both were Kickstarter projects. Enjoy that Titanium nib!!
Thanks for sharing!
I have aluminum pens, but don't love them much: Lamy Safari ALs and Kaweco AL sports (Blue stone-washed Kaweco, and a plain red one; I don't know where my Lamy ALs are). I dislike how cold the aluminum pens are when I pick them up. I've had titanium nibbed pens, but they didn't write well enough for me to keep using. Even when I disagree with you, I enjoy the reviews.
I have a Gravitas pen with a titanium nib- hated the feel as soon as I put it to paper. But it may be that it’s a titanium flex with an extra fine tip. In any case, it’s turned me off to titanium nibs in general. Nice review on this pen, Doug.
Thanks, @oscarmedina1597!
That Laban is a sweet pen. Thanks so much. I really like the converter on the Stilform pen. They do indeed need to include a clip at that price. Thanks for another great video. I always look forward to your reviews
I totally agree!
I just bought a Kaweco Supra in Brass got the clip as well for it to put on. I always wanted a sport, but they are too small for my hands. Haven't gotten it yet but should be sometime today. Got it for 80 bucks brand new. Will you ever be reviewing one of those eventually? Great review as always!
Unless Kaweco sends me one, no.
Two things:
1. Maybe it’s just me, but I would rather companies say the price is $135 and include something as necessary as a clip, than be $119+$16
2. You mentioned an international link but I do not see it
Sorry, it is stilform.com
Love this pen and nib, thanks.
Glad you like it!
A stylish looking, minimalist design. The section inner sleeve is an interesting idea.
Agreed!
I have the limited edition Wayne Barlowe red version. I love this pen. I don't use it near as much as I should.
Again, nice guitar work! The pen, though, reminds me very much of a black anodized aluminum from ROTRING, that I purchased maybe 10 years ago, with a beautifully smooth #5 steel nib, 40 grams capped, 26 grams uncapped. I liked it at first, but it seemed to become slippery-er in the hand the more I used it. Hopefully your Stilform does not "age" that same way...
Thank you, @tommcnamara3303!
You are spot on. It is a very German design, form and interesting function, meaning the adjustable nib position to align the nib to the facets. I like the magnetic clasp a lot.
I do like anodized aluminum pens, having started with the original Sensa pens.
I know I ask this a lot, but do you think it can be eyedropper filled?
I have two pens with a Bock Titanium nib and know what you mean when describing the feel of it when writing. I was also surprised at the bounce of the nib. I wouldn't think so, given that titanium is stronger than steel.
Was the price for the pen in Canadian dollars?
I have been thinking about getting a new pen. I have been looking at the Ranga Splendour with a #8 nib, but this is an alternative.
Great review, Doug.
I'd put an o-ring on it and grease the threads, but yes, it should ED. The prices in Cdn are on the screenshots. You can get international pricing on the website by pulling down the preferences menu top right.
@@InkquiringMinds thanks
I would love to see this pen Stilform Aluminum vs Kaweco Supra shootout!
11:31 oops, isn't that Jinhao Forever Pencil? 😅
To me...writing with a ti nib is a little like writing with a soft pencil
Indeed!
Nice pen, but a little too Teutonic for my taste. "Don't mention the War." Cheers from Oz.
I mentioned it once but I think I got away with it.
I just saw the price of the titanium nibs. Ouch!
Agreed! Especially for a pen made in China. But it is extremely well manufactured.
@@InkquiringMindsstill ouch.
Great Intro
By the way why say "Titanium" if you say "Aluminum". 😁❤️
Aluminium...
Beautiful. Expensive. Not for me, as I don't get along with titanium nibs.
Quite expensive!