What do I need to know before buying a fountain pen?

One of the first decisions you’ll have to make when buying a fountain pen is the size of the nib’s tip. On most standard fountain pens, nibs can come in various points from extra fine to bold. The tip of the nib will determine just how much ink is released, and the thickness of the lines that you will put down.

How do you choose a good pen?

Try out different pens to discover what type of ink you like best. Find an ink that looks good and serves your needs. People who like writing thick, smooth lines will do well with a quality ballpoint or gel ink pen. If you prefer the control and neat appearance of thin, sharp lines, go for a rollerball or fountain pen.

What is a good fountain pen brands?

Top 11 Fountain Pen Brands

• Mont Blanc.
• Parker.
• Cross.
• Pelikan.
• Sheaffer.
• Waterman.
• Sailor.
• Faber Castell.

How many fountain pens should I own?

If the answer to the first question is ‘a lot’ then you’ll definitely need at least 2 to 3 fountain pens inked up in case one runs out, you’ll have another ‘waiting in the wings’.

Is buying a fountain pen worth it?

Fountain pens are much sturdier and longer lasting than the pens many use in daily life. They are an attractive option because they write well and they feel better in the hand for long writing sessions. There is also an element of quality and practicality to fountain pens that disposable pens don’t have.

Is 0.5 or 0.7 pen better?

05 is a fine tip and . 07 is a medium tip. If you don’t like to push hard and like a broader stroke result, . 07 is the way to go.

What is the difference between 0.5 and 0.7 pen?

Rollerball Pens Rollerball ink is a liquid ink and is usually water based. Typical tip sizes for rollerball pens are between 0.5 mm and 0.7 mm. Because the ink flows faster and saturates the paper more than ballpoint pen ink, rollerball pens use finer tips with a smaller ball to reduce the size of the line they write.