So I just ordered an Aurora 88 Nikargenta black barrel, should be here in a few days. It's a gift to myself for the birth of my first child, which should happen sometime tomorrow! I went back and forth between this and the Visconti Van Gogh Maxi, and I REALLY like the look of the Van Gogh, more than any other pen I've seen. But there have been a number of problems reported, and I really prefer a piston filler. So after much angst, I made the leap for the 88. Hopefully I made the right choice. I'll post back when I get it, and maybe a review too.

COngrats on the new Baby! and on the pen... you'll love the Aurora... at least I love 'em.. That pen will always have a special connection, and especially when you pass it to the next generation one day..

Welcome to the board!

Dave

Congratulations, mbrown. There's nothing like an eagerly awaited new addition. And as they get older and develop personality, they just become more wonderful companions.

Oh, yeah, and congratulations on the child, too!

Okay, seriously, though, congrats on the kid, and you made an excellent, excellent choice on the pen.