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I want to get into the hobby as a way of improving my penmanship. If someone could give me some recommendations for a Fountain Pen, Ink, and Paper Pad. I want something of decent quality and durability. I write with my right hand and I tend to put pressure when I write. I need something that I can enjoy out of the box and that is forgiving for someone trying something new. Thanks in advance for any help
Hello and welcome,
This combination will work just fine: (according to my experience)
Pelikan M200 Fine or Medium point
Noodler´s BP Black
Rhodia tablets
(You can buy this at one stop: www.pendemonium.com )
Good Luck
Lennart
This combination will work just fine: (according to my experience)
Pelikan M200 Fine or Medium point
Noodler´s BP Black
Rhodia tablets
(You can buy this at one stop: www.pendemonium.com )
Good Luck
Lennart
A Waterman Phileas with Quink black ought to do the trick. Phileas nibs are gold-plated steel and are very rigid and strong. Nice and smooth, too.
It's not advisble to press hard on fountain pen nibs - that's not what they're designed for - but if you're a ballpoint user who's used to pressing down on pens, then I suggest a Phileas, their nibs should be strong enough to put up with that. But ideally, as time goes by, you should develop the habit of gradually relaxing your grip.
Phileases are light but durable and relatively thick, so that means they're nice and comfortable to hold.
Paper is not my strong-point, so I'll let someone else talk about that.
It's not advisble to press hard on fountain pen nibs - that's not what they're designed for - but if you're a ballpoint user who's used to pressing down on pens, then I suggest a Phileas, their nibs should be strong enough to put up with that. But ideally, as time goes by, you should develop the habit of gradually relaxing your grip.
Phileases are light but durable and relatively thick, so that means they're nice and comfortable to hold.
Paper is not my strong-point, so I'll let someone else talk about that.
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I want to get into the hobby as a way of improving my penmanship. If someone could give me some recommendations for a Fountain Pen, Ink, and Paper Pad. I want something of decent quality and durability. I write with my right hand and I tend to put pressure when I write. I need something that I can enjoy out of the box and that is forgiving for someone trying something new. Thanks in advance for any help
Rhodia pads are terrific, and will spoil you.
How about a Lamy Safari with a medium of fine nib?
I think Waterman inks are the most trouble free. Try Florida Blue or Blue-Black (which tends to look a bit greenish after it dries).
For a good "Starter", get a Pelikan M 200 or M215. Or go up the line all the way up to an M1000. The higher the M the higher the costs but you really can't go wrtong here. Good quality, good choice of looks, good filling sytem, good service.
As to inks, decide first on one colour you'd like, e.g. blue-black. Then buy 3 or more brands all at once. You'll suddenly find out that you have 3 or more "colours", flows, wetnesses, fadings etc. I'd stay away from Waterman and Parker inks, but that also depends very much on the actual colour you're looking for. Then start mixing them!
As to inks, decide first on one colour you'd like, e.g. blue-black. Then buy 3 or more brands all at once. You'll suddenly find out that you have 3 or more "colours", flows, wetnesses, fadings etc. I'd stay away from Waterman and Parker inks, but that also depends very much on the actual colour you're looking for. Then start mixing them!
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