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An Introduction And Review Of The Pilot Namiki Metropolitan From 2 Perspectives

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An introduction into fountain pens and Lokta journals for my Nephew

 

Recently my nephew had a birthday and he turned 15. I got him a Pilot Namiki MR Metropolitan collection Fountain Pen in silver and a Monk Paper Belt Style Buffalo Leather Lokta Small Journal.

 

I was a little unsure as to what to get for him as his first introduction into fountain pens. It turns out this was a perfect fit for him as was the buffalo leather lokta journal. The journal is just beautifully crafted and an excellent source for your jotting of notes, drawing, or keeping track of life events. The Metropolitan line is very smooth and consistent. The pen itself is sleek and well balanced with great lines. I also like the option of cartridge or converter. Which of course he chose cartridge.

 

I know it was perfect for him because shortly after receiving it he called me and told me it was the best present he had ever received (and he was very sincere)! If you have ever been around a teenager you know that for him to say that to me was a big deal. He has since began sketching with his pen and loves the precise lines he is able to get as well as only needing to gently, lightly guide the pen to create a line. In conclusion I believe this writing instrument is great as an introduction into the world of Fountain pens or just to write with in general and the evidence is now in my nephews sketch book/journal.

 

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What a special gift. I hope he uses it in any way that helps him to enjoy life and all of the World around him.

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What nib did you get for him? I have one with a medium nib, because when I tried them last winter I thought the fine was a bit on the scratchy side.

Metropolitans are good beginner pens. They're inexpensive and well made, and seem pretty rugged. Mine does not have the cartridges. Your nephew may want to switch out for a converter when he discovers all the different inks out there.

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