Can't fill my new Lamy 2000

[N. McKay]

I've just received a Lamy 2000 as a gift, and am trying to fill it. As I understand it, the idea is to insert the nib into the ink and twist the other end of (this is my first piston-type pen). The trouble is that the end absolutely will not turn. Is there something I have to do first -- push or pull something, for example?

[twdpens]

It should unscrew counter-clockwise. Look for the split-line between the piston knob and the rest of the barrel. Grip either side of this and unscrew the knob.

 

Then, pop the nib into your ink and screw up the piston knob. You will see the translucent parts of the barrel go dark as ink is drawn up. Finally, lift the nib above the surface of the ink and unscrew the piston knob just enough to let 3 or 4 drops out. Then re-tighten, wipe clean and enjoy.

 

HTH,

 

Martin

[N. McKay]

I've tried that (took a bit of effort to find the line!), but it's stuck hard.

 

It turns out that there was a small amount of ink in the section already, but none in the reservoir. I suspect someone's inked it up in the store to try it out, and perhaps the ink has dried and somehow fouled the piston.

[Ravula]

Try filling with water first. This way, you can practice all you want without risk of stains.

 

The piston mechanisum should unscrew if you hold the pen nib down and turn piston end anti clockwise. As you unscrew, the gap at the line should widen. Stop when you feel a good amount of resistance. Now, insert the pen into ink/water and turn clockwise.

[twdpens]

It turns out that there was a small amount of ink in the section already, but none in the reservoir. I suspect someone's inked it up in the store to try it out, and perhaps the ink has dried and somehow fouled the piston.

All Lamy fountain pens are tested before they leave the factory (even the humble Safari and Vista), therefore a trace of blue ink on the nib/feed or inside the section is quite normal.

 

Is there any chance that you can return the pen to the dealer that sold it originally?

 

Martin

[N. McKay]

Is there any chance that you can return the pen to the dealer that sold it originally?

 

I think that's what'll end up happening.

 

Thanks for your advice!

Edited June 22, 2006 by N. McKay

[*david*]

It may take a strong grip to get it started the first time.

 

When looking at the silver dot on the knob, turn it counterclockwise. Once you get it going it will be much easier. Keep going until you feel it stop. THEN put the nib in the ink bottle, and turn the knob back the other way while the nib is submerged. When the knob is screwed back down, (that is, when the pen looks normal again,) you're done.

 

If you have great difficulty getting it going, you could use one of the rubber sheets people use to open jars. You would only need that to get it started for the very first time.

[Dillo]

Hi,

 

The knob is going to be tight if the pen is new. with more than moderate force, unscrew the knob a pinch, then you can continue gently.

 

Dillon