Just want to say, I appreciate this review for what it is. I had the misfortune to read through some of the comments on here, where it is clear that there are some out there who don’t understand the core nature of high end product reviews. I’ve heard David say or allude to it more than once that many of these reviews are by request, either by viewers like us, or pen manufacturers and vendors who are entrusting their product to someone who has built up a large audience of their target demographic over a long period of time. Further, it is only because of that audience that the review itself would generate any revenue at all. I’m perhaps going a bit meta here in reviewing a reviewer, and I’m not going to intentionally incite any defensively ignorant souls to trolling behavior, but I enjoy David’s videos very much, and from what I’ve seen over watching these for quite sometime now, he seems very genuine, both as a fountain pen hobbyist and a human being. If ownership of the product was a prerequisite to review, reviews like this wouldn’t exist, or could only be made by the magnificently wealthy as most everyone else would be too busy reviewing bankruptcy attorneys five or six pens in. Sorry for the longish rant, but there’s injustice stirring in these waters, and, like most injustice, seems to stem from misinformation and ignorance. Keep up the great reviews, David!
Answering two questions you raised about the red marble Medici Il Magnifico: (1) The clip’s lettering background (3:38 in your video), has no added sparkles in the case of the marble red pen. (2) The end of the silver blind cap, seen at 6:33 in your video, is where the red pen’s limited edition number appears.
Hello. Thanks for the nice review. How does it feel in the hand when writing? Is it too heavy and hence potentially unsuitable for a long writing session?
At this price I’m reminded of the ‘Bonfire of the Vanities’ - the event in Florence in 1497 not the movie or book. I think Visconti’s strong point is thematically they are spot on- great symbolism and execution. The outside of their pens are near perfect IMHO. The trouble starts when the caps come off.
thanks for the review, always interesting to see the unusual designs Visconti comes up with. of note: if the tail end unscrews to work the filling plunger, then it is neither blind nor a cap. The Noodler's Konrad or a Parker Vacumatic have a blind cap - a cap over the filling system that "blinds" it (in the "duck blind" sense) to avoid inadvertent activation that might spill your ink. Visconti's power-filler doesn't need this, as it's screwed in place. I love that this is a single-reservoir system -- I didn't know Visconti made those, though I vastly prefer them. What other Visconti pens have a single reservoir plunger/"power" filler?
Hey David! I know you went into a little detail about your job, but I kinda want to know a little more about what you do! I think it is a very interesting conversation to have with people about your job! Maybe a video idea??? I know it's a lot of work so I would not have any hard feelings if you did not do it! Love your videos Figboot!
A lot going on with that pen name. I've heard so many complaints about Visconti quality control that I would have trouble committing to one, but I suppose writing is the lesser function of pens in this price range. The quality/workmanship of this one is apparent at least, though nib performance should not be a matter of luck.
David, I love your reviews; they’re simply magnificent, and by that I mean thorough, concise, and above all-interesting. But I must say that I abhor your pronunciation of foreign words. I’ve mentioned your German and French mispronunciations before, and now I must join with others on this review in adding Italian to the mix. I cringe when I hear your mispronunciation of Medici, Meisterstück, inter al. Here’s a suggestion, and it’s one I follow when I come across a non-English word that I must use, either in a lecture or some other context-I ask. It’s as simple as that, and it takes just a little bit of humility to admit that we don’t know something, but it really pays dividends. Next time you have to use a foreign word, ask someone who speaks that language. Or, email/phone me and I’ll try and help. Our ears will thank and bless you
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The correct spelling is Medici...
Spelling yes, pronounciation no :) Not that it matters, great review.
Just want to say, I appreciate this review for what it is. I had the misfortune to read through some of the comments on here, where it is clear that there are some out there who don’t understand the core nature of high end product reviews. I’ve heard David say or allude to it more than once that many of these reviews are by request, either by viewers like us, or pen manufacturers and vendors who are entrusting their product to someone who has built up a large audience of their target demographic over a long period of time. Further, it is only because of that audience that the review itself would generate any revenue at all. I’m perhaps going a bit meta here in reviewing a reviewer, and I’m not going to intentionally incite any defensively ignorant souls to trolling behavior, but I enjoy David’s videos very much, and from what I’ve seen over watching these for quite sometime now, he seems very genuine, both as a fountain pen hobbyist and a human being. If ownership of the product was a prerequisite to review, reviews like this wouldn’t exist, or could only be made by the magnificently wealthy as most everyone else would be too busy reviewing bankruptcy attorneys five or six pens in. Sorry for the longish rant, but there’s injustice stirring in these waters, and, like most injustice, seems to stem from misinformation and ignorance. Keep up the great reviews, David!
I'm going to wait for Wing Sung or Jinhao to market their knock-off for $1.59.
I was not impressed with the looks of that pen until you explained all the tie-ins with the design. I love that about your reviews.
A Visconti is my Holy Grail brand. A dream pen.
Love the shading on the ink.. now I want to buy a bottle...
The Medici line is my true grail, but my wife would kill me!
Answering two questions you raised about the red marble Medici Il Magnifico: (1) The clip’s lettering background (3:38 in your video), has no added sparkles in the case of the marble red pen. (2) The end of the silver blind cap, seen at 6:33 in your video, is where the red pen’s limited edition number appears.
Hello. Thanks for the nice review. How does it feel in the hand when writing? Is it too heavy and hence potentially unsuitable for a long writing session?
It's said "Med ee chi"
Good review of the pen David...and as usual, very thorough.
At this price I’m reminded of the ‘Bonfire of the Vanities’ - the event in Florence in 1497 not the movie or book. I think Visconti’s strong point is thematically they are spot on- great symbolism and execution. The outside of their pens are near perfect IMHO. The trouble starts when the caps come off.
those nibs will make you cry!
Visconti did it again. First though, wow, this pen looks so great. Cap goes off. Damn !! Metal grip section. My personal dealbreaker.
I hate slick, metal sections...but this one is decent. It's a brushed silver that is very comfortable and I don't find to be slick at all.
I’m a history buff so “get” the significance of the accoutrements. Thanks for sharing this with us!
thanks for the review, always interesting to see the unusual designs Visconti comes up with.
of note: if the tail end unscrews to work the filling plunger, then it is neither blind nor a cap. The Noodler's Konrad or a Parker Vacumatic have a blind cap - a cap over the filling system that "blinds" it (in the "duck blind" sense) to avoid inadvertent activation that might spill your ink. Visconti's power-filler doesn't need this, as it's screwed in place.
I love that this is a single-reservoir system -- I didn't know Visconti made those, though I vastly prefer them. What other Visconti pens have a single reservoir plunger/"power" filler?
Great review David. Love your work
I'm here for the giveaway
Thank you David for the review.
Do you know of any distributor in the Dominican Republic? I would like to see some big end pens just to feel the difference.
Grail. Got one of the originals. I do like the green, but I’m happy with my “red” marble.
David, on an unrelated topic, are you still using your hobonichi planner and are you happy with it? Cheers
Yes...every day...and enjoyig it!
Thank you, David.
Love the red marble one.
I have had the Visconti MyPen logo piece come off a Homo Sapiens and it got lost.
Hey David! I know you went into a little detail about your job, but I kinda want to know a little more about what you do! I think it is a very interesting conversation to have with people about your job! Maybe a video idea??? I know it's a lot of work so I would not have any hard feelings if you did not do it! Love your videos Figboot!
A lot going on with that pen name. I've heard so many complaints about Visconti quality control that I would have trouble committing to one, but I suppose writing is the lesser function of pens in this price range. The quality/workmanship of this one is apparent at least, though nib performance should not be a matter of luck.
David, I love your reviews; they’re simply magnificent, and by that I mean thorough, concise, and above all-interesting. But I must say that I abhor your pronunciation of foreign words. I’ve mentioned your German and French mispronunciations before, and now I must join with others on this review in adding Italian to the mix. I cringe when I hear your mispronunciation of Medici, Meisterstück, inter al. Here’s a suggestion, and it’s one I follow when I come across a non-English word that I must use, either in a lecture or some other context-I ask. It’s as simple as that, and it takes just a little bit of humility to admit that we don’t know something, but it really pays dividends. Next time you have to use a foreign word, ask someone who speaks that language. Or, email/phone me and I’ll try and help. Our ears will thank and bless you
Lol your description of Lorenzo de' Medici is straight from Wikipedia. No disrespect; I love Wikipedia. Great video!
Dang that pen is gaudy. It's like peacocking with a pen.
If I'm peacocking I'm going less gothic and getting maki-e.
Waiting for the montblanc to be reviewed.
It will be reviewed in the somewhat near future. Need to spend some time with it first...
Quite the pen!
Cool!
What a stunner! 💗
Ouch. Please check pronunciation. Also historical narrative. Wikipedia won’t cut it.
MAG-NEEFEE-COOOOH-OHHH-OHHH-OHHH!
squeak squeak squeak :)
It's pronounced MediCHI.
Maybe I'm in the minority, but I don't find the Visconti pens all that appealing.