Visconti Homo Sapiens Bronze

[iamchum]

tested several of them but the nib wasn't on par with my stringant expectations

 

 

what do you mean by stringent... Most people on this board have above average expectations, but if severeal visconti HS's can't meet your criteria then either 1. your criteria is very very specialized or 2. 95% of pens dont meet your criteria

I am very very demanding and very special person indeed

 

riiiight... :hmm1:

[xspect]

My HS with a 1.3 stub is at mike's right now.

[i.like.whiskey]

I got this pen yesterday. I'm very happy with it. It is beautiful, and the nib is the best one I have (and it came that way out of the box!).

However, the nib does seem to lay down a lot of ink, making drying times extend like crazy. My only complaint.

Edited December 8, 2012 by i.like.whiskey

[akidrees]

Nice review .

Im thinking to get one but im confused between this and cartier roadstar ,since both cost is almost the same .

 

For this one , I have only two issues :

1: there is no outlet in my country ,

2: How can I make sure that the pen is genuine

[iamchum]

Its very hard to counterfeit the filling system in a visconti HS, as well as the material of the pen itself, so I wouldnt worry too much. As always, when buying online, buy from a reputable seller.

 

BTW @i.like.whisky mine is also quite wet, so I think it is a function of the springy nib.

[vondauster]

Excellent review, and perfectly mimics my own experience with the Bronze HS. Mine has a perfect broad Dreamtouch ® nib that is the perfect combination of smoothness with just enough tooth to avoid boredom, and enough springiness to give a luxury feel to a long writing session. The tarnishing has turned out well over the last 16 months, and the pen itself seems completely reliable.

 

Dante del Vecchio handed me the pen himself at a trunk show in Denver, after a really nice conversation. He is a class act all the way, and a total fountain pen geek.

 

A great pen. One of my favorites. Maybe the only gripe is that it is a bit long for shallower (read cheaper) shirt pockets, an issue with the shirt makers, not Visconti.

 

Will

[The Phoenix 924]

There is something strangely enticing about this pen; maybe it's the natural-looking materials or the porous feel itself, but it attracts me in every manner except the price.

[Sazerac]

There is something strangely enticing about this pen; maybe it's the natural-looking materials or the porous feel itself, but it attracts me in every manner except the price.

I agree with the "strangely enticing" aspect of this pen, especially when one feels the material in hand. It feels slightly fuzzy, and the material seems really tough. Although I have two of them, I agree they do seem overpriced; however, I love both of mine and use them all the time. The bayonet cap closing system is perfect for short 'jottings.' Even when I bought the second one, I felt like I was paying too much for it, but every time I use it, I think it might just be worth the price.

 

I wonder whether the HS will end up being one of the 'classic' pens of this era, like a PFM or the like.

 

By the way, akustyk, great review and excellent pictures of the material

Edited December 14, 2012 by Sazerac

[iamchum]

Considering the uniqueness of its materials, I would not be surprised if, in 50 years, this is considered an iconic pen. It is definately one of Visconti's most unique offerings to date.

[akustyk]

What I find most intriguing about the Homo Sapiens is that I keep coming back to it over and over again. I have a few decent pens, including an M800, a 146, a Lamy 2K. But the Homo Sapiens is the most enjoyable, and it lays down such a gorgeous line, with hardly any pressure needed. Priceless.

[de_pen_dent]

I too got this pen from Bryant - initially, it took me a bit of time to get used to the step between the barrel and the section: it simply didnt feel as natural. However, after a while, this stopped being an issue - which is a relief, b/c this is truly a magnificent pen.

 

I'll echo what was posted earlier - the appearance, choice of materials and quality make it a classic-in-waiting. To me, it is one of the modern iconic pens, for sure.

[mrul]

Many thanks for review and writing sample

[bayport714]

I bought this pen after reading all the reviews and have been extremely happy with it. I have no complaints and would recommend it to anyone.

[sannidh]

The nibs remind me of TWSBI, and that's not a cheap shot. I love firm, wet, smooth TWSBI nibs. The nib glides across good paper.

 

It also gets many compliments, usually asking if it is an antique. The patina on the bronze makes it look antique relatively quickly. The composition of the pen is hard and smooth, but not slippery.

 

I'm a fan of Steinbeck and Hemingway. I think they would have liked a Homo sapiens. Charles Darwin would have liked it, but his father would have had to buy it for him.

 

And thanks to the OP for the thoughtful review.

 

Hi Jeffery,

 

I got a visconti hs maxi with an EF nib recently. One thing I wanted to consult fpn'ers is on the piston seal (power-filler). Do I have to unscrew the piston end a little while writing with the HS (like pilot c823) ?

 

Many thanks,

Sonik

[sannidh]

Happy with mine too, but need an F instead of an EF. Figured out piston end need not be kept open. Reviewed it here.

Edited January 28, 2015 by soniknitr