barny
Jun 12 2008, 09:23 AM
Can anyone suggest which model to choose for a daily pen? I learned that the Nelson is a heavy pen compared to a Churchill. Regarding the nib, is the fine or italic fine nib can be compared as a medium to other pen brands?
Thanks!
George Drummond
Jun 12 2008, 10:42 AM
The Nelson is definitely heavier, much heavier, but it is slimmer than the Churchill and comes with either a cartridge/converter filling system or a 'twist' (internal piston) filling system. Both pens are excellent, so it really depends on the style you prefer. My choice would still be a Churchill.
barny
Jun 12 2008, 02:21 PM
Thank's George!
Well, I guess the Churchill would be a nice choice though I like the Nelson. Problem with the latter is the weight issue being much heavier. That would be a problem especially if I put the pen in a shirt pocket.
Thanks again
seres
Jun 12 2008, 05:36 PM
My Nelson with a converter, at about 47g, is only about 20g heavier than my MB 146, and I don’t notice much difference in daily use. The fine nib on my Nelson writes a line about 0.45mm with Waterman ink on copy paper.
barny
Jun 12 2008, 07:02 PM
Hi seres! Is the cap posted that is why it is heavier than your mb 146?
seres
Jun 12 2008, 09:26 PM
The Nelson is heavier than the MB 146, by about 20g. The Nelson’s extra weight is in the barrel, which has a brass sleeve insert. I find the Nelson, without the cap, very well balanced when writing (I don’t post any of my pens).
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