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JerryC

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I just received my new Pilot VP fountain pen with xf nib. I chose the gun metal grey with black accents and black nib.

 

I inked it up with Noodler's black and started to write. This is the finest nib I have. It must compare to a western needle point. It is a little scratchy, yet has smoothed out some as I write more. My favorite pens include the Pilot Metropolitan with fine nib, and a Lamy Safari in XF nib. If I had it to do over, I would give the fine nib more consideration.

 

I have noticed a slight wetness on the back of the nib. It reappears if I wipe it off, but only after I retract and extend the nib.

 

This is a nice pen for everyday use for quick note taking. The clip doesn't bother me and the pen has almost perfect weight for me.

Pilot VP / f nib

Lamy Safari w/ef nib

Lamy 2000 w/ef nib

Parker 45 w/xf nib

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I have noticed a slight wetness on the back of the nib. It reappears if I wipe it off, but only after I retract and extend the nib.

 

Nib creep. Nothing to worry about. Common with Noodler's ink.

 

The VP is a great instrument. I have three, with two extra nibs. Enjoy your pen.

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I did something similar when I bought my Pilot VP. I got the extra fine, which for me became too fine. I bought a nice F nib to go along with my collection and don't regret having two. The nip creep is something I've noticed but it's never bothered me overly much. I hope you enjoy your new pen!

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Nib creep. Nothing to worry about. Common with Noodler's ink.

 

The VP is a great instrument. I have three, with two extra nibs. Enjoy your pen.

The wetness is on the side opposite the nib, on the plastic part that backs the metal nib. Not knowing the technical name. it is the exposed part of the feed. It appears to be picking it up from inside the little door that opens and closes. The Nib/Neck with Twist Converter doesnt appear to be leaking when I remove it, and I filled it when it was removed from the pen body.

 

I will buy a fine nib sometime in the future.

Pilot VP / f nib

Lamy Safari w/ef nib

Lamy 2000 w/ef nib

Parker 45 w/xf nib

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