A Good Pen For Gifting......

[RRE]

Hi everyone. A timely question. With Father's Day on the calendar what fountain pen do you fine folks recommend as a good gift? Best regards, Ron RRE

[CAG_1787]

Is this for a current fountain pen user or a newcomer?

[RRE]

Good question. In my case it will be a "second" pen. The owner has a Conklin Duragraph. Best, Ron

[mmg122]

Karas Kustoms offer two fountain pen models...the Ink and the Fountain K. The pens have anodized aluminum barrels in many colors and copper, aluminum, delrin or brass sections and sport a Bock Nib. Although I own several and love them, I think they give off a decidedly male vibe. They are offering discounts to coincide with Father's Day.

 

Here's a link to their website.

 

http://karaskustoms.com/#main

 

Mary

Edited May 21, 2017 by mmg122

[RRE]

Karas Kustoms offer two fountain pen models...the Ink and the Fountain K. The pens have anodized aluminum barrels and copper, aluminum, delrin or brass sections and sport a Bock Nib. They are offering discounts to coincide with Father's Day.

Thank You. Sounds like a good second pen choice. Quality like a good nib really counts.

[ac12]

Can't give you a decent recommendation without knowing your budget.

 

Good pens run the range of prices from inexpensive to EXPENSIVE.

Example1, a Pelikan M400 would be nice, but that is a $300-400 pen, depending on model. Is that within your budget?

Example2, a TWSBI 580 is about $50.

[MHBru]

Although I don't know much about them I just ran across signature pens that are custom made wood pens that look very cool and have a decidedly masculine vibe. Signaturepen.net

[pajaro]

Perhaps a Pelikan M200. I have one of these, Anthricite demonstrator that I like quite a lot. There are other colors.

 

An NOS Cross Solo. A very fine pen. Nibs run small.

 

A limited editiion Lamy Safari, possibly with the limited edition ink.

[Runnin_Ute]

Assuming a budget of up to $100....

Platinum 3776 Century comes in Bourgogne a gorgeous burgundy color and Chartres Blue. On Amazon about $80 with converter from a Japanese seller. A Pelikan M200 would run around $100 or so from a Japanese seller on Amazon. Which is less than a US seller. Downside it might take a few weeks to arrive.

[ManofKent]

Namisu have the Nova in Stonewashed Titanium on introductory offer - superb value and an elegant pen: https://www.namisu.com/

[RRE]

Can't give you a decent recommendation without knowing your budget.

 

Good pens run the range of prices from inexpensive to EXPENSIVE.

Example1, a Pelikan M400 would be nice, but that is a $300-400 pen, depending on model. Is that within your budget?

Example2, a TWSBI 580 is about $50.

I was thinking second pen range of $100 but higher for the right pen. Thanks.

[ENewton]

If it can be a classic pen, rather than something in current manufacture, a Parker 45 would be a good choice and within your price range.

[RRE]

If it can be a classic pen, rather than something in current manufacture, a Parker 45 would be a good choice and within your price range.

Nice outside the box thinking. I have an olive green one that is awesome. Thanks.

[ac12]

Few ideas to consider.

 

New/in current production:

• Lamy 2000. Amazon about $115-120 The 2000 is a fat pen, so not a good fit for someone with a slim hand, like me.
• Pelikan M200/205. Amazon sometimes has good prices on the M200, about $100-120
• Platinum 3776. Amazon has good prices on them, about $63-80. Maybe time for ME to get one.
• TWSBI Classic. I think about $50

 

Vintage/out of production.

The value in these pens are they are classic pens.

One problem is used prices tend to fluctuate a lot.

• Esterbrook J or the slim LJ. Get one that is RESTORED. A restored pen will run about $50.
• Parker 45. Cartridge/converter. Get the black with gold trim, for a classy look. Should be able to find for under $40.
• Parker 51. Get the Aerometric version. The Vacumatic version will need the diaphram replaced. A decent one will run about $120.
• Parker Duofold Junior. Get one that is RESTORED. This is a somewhat shorter pen. A user grade pen might/should be under $100.
• Parker Striped Duofold. Get one that is RESTORED, or budget to get the diaphram replaced.
• Parker Vacumatic. Get one that is RESTORED, or budget to get the diaphram replaced. A restored one will run about $130-150
• Sheaffer Targa. Cartridge/converter. Price depends on finish, $120 and up. I do not know if the current screw piston converter will fit this pen.

gud luk

 

PM coming

Edited May 22, 2017 by ac12

[RRE]

Few ideas to consider.

 

New/in current production:

• Lamy 2000. Amazon about $115-120 The 2000 is a fat pen, so not a good fit for someone with a slim hand, like me.
• Pelikan M200/205. Amazon sometimes has good prices on the M200, about $100-120
• Platinum 3776. Amazon has good prices on them, about $63-80. Maybe time for ME to get one.
• TWSBI Classic. I think about $50

Vintage/out of production.

The value in these pens are they are classic pens.

One problem is used prices tend to fluctuate a lot.

• Parker 45. Cartridge/converter. Get the black with gold trim, for a classy look. Should be able to find for under $40.
• Parker 51. Get the Aerometric version. The Vacumatic version will need the diaphram replaced. A decent one will run about $120.
• Parker Duofold Junior. Get one that is RESTORED. This is a somewhat shorter pen. A user grade pen might/should be under $100.
• Parker Striped Duofold. Get one that is RESTORED, or budget to get the diaphram replaced.
• Parker Vacumatic. Get one that is RESTORED, or budget to get the diaphram replaced. A restored one will run about $130-150
• Sheaffer Targa. Cartridge/converter. Price depends on finish, $120 and up. I do not know if the current screw piston converter will fit this pen.

gud luk

 

PM coming

Lots of great great ideas. Thank you

[Sasha Royale]

LAMY 2000 is a great choice. $150.

 

If he would appreciate a good "writer", get a Pilot Metropolitan, with a good supply of Pilot Black cartridges. This combination writes, after weeks of neglect. $40.

 

I know. $40 isn't impressive. Are you declaring love, or making an impression ?

 

Mom, three middle-aged sons, and their wives, took Dad for dinner, on his 80th. The sons agreed on sharing a budget of $1000. Dad chose a pub. He wanted brats on a bun, with potato salad, and cold draft beer. Seven people had a great time on $165 . (Go figure !)

[ac12]

@Sasha

That is why I like the less expensive pens.

Other than bling or a fancy name, I don't get the benefit of EXPENSIVE pens.

Give me a cheap good writer, and I'm happy.

[RRE]

LAMY 2000 is a great choice. $150.

 

If he would appreciate a good "writer", get a Pilot Metropolitan, with a good supply of Pilot Black cartridges. This combination writes, after weeks of neglect. $40.

 

I know. $40 isn't impressive. Are you declaring love, or making an impression ?

 

Mom, three middle-aged sons, and their wives, took Dad for dinner, on his 80th. The sons agreed on sharing a budget of $1000. Dad chose a pub. He wanted brats on a bun, with potato salad, and cold draft beer. Seven people had a great time on $165 . (Go figure !)

Nice idea. A gold colored Metropolitan looks very stately. Pilot used to sell a box of mixed colors for added fun.

[DanceOfLight]

A 3776 Century would fit your budget, a nice no-nonsense pen with terrific out-of-the-box performance (at least for me) with plenty nib options

Lamy 2000

Pelikan M215

Waterman Carene

Diplomat Excellence A

Pilot Fermo or VP

Sheaffer Targa

Sailor 1911 with plenty nib options

Edited May 25, 2017 by DanceOfLight

[ParkerDuofold]

Hello RRE,

 

I'll second and third the L2K, it's a fantastic pen and it's not too heavy, either... like the all-metal pens, which may be problematic for older people, who typically have RA or similar problems.

 

- Anthony