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Do they exist? One of my constant gripes with fountain pens is that I don't think they are as aesthetically pleasing as dip pens. I am looking for something with a pointed tip (at the opposite side than the writing end), like many dip pen holders have. I've seen some vintage models, but I am looking for something modern. Anything exist?

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Sounds like you're looking for a desk pen. Platinum do a nice modern version. Or, there are plenty of vintage jobs around on the 'net.

Thanks! It will help immensely to have a term to look up!

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For some reason, the desk pens do not seem to bid up as vintage items as much as the same feed and fill mechanism does in capped pens. There are some really good deals in vintage desk pens out there. I have the cheap Platinum desk pen and it works very well.

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For some reason, the desk pens do not seem to bid up as vintage items as much as the same feed and fill mechanism does in capped pens. There are some really good deals in vintage desk pens out there. I have the cheap Platinum desk pen and it works very well.

Thanks for the help. I appreciate it and it will help me look. :)

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Esterbrook and Parker desk pens may meet your needs. And Sheaffer also has some that you might like.

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Esterbrook and Parker desk pens may meet your needs. And Sheaffer also has some that you might like.

 

I will definitely take a look at both of these brands.

 

I really like ebonite ripple and these pens can show it off well.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Lot-of-5-Ebonite-Desk-Fountain-Pen-/152133357821?hash=item236bdad0fd:g:Be4AAOSwc1FXZAN

Indian ebonite is my modern favorite.

These are gorgeous!!

 

Lamy Joy would be an easy obtainable cheap modern answer to your question.

I'll definitely take a look.

 

Thanks to all of you. I will look up all these options. I am really enjoying looking into the world of fountain pens. :)

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I ordered a vintage Waterman lever desk-pen. It is supposed to be here Tuesday. I'm not entirely sure it still works, and I will need to find a desk holder for it. I will probably get something modern, too; but I really enjoy pens with at least a little flex.

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Waterman desk pen is here. Terrible pic, right under the light, and obviously I am not using paper capable of withstanding the ink flow, but I was too excited to search out a pad of good paper.post-138409-0-35599100-1503960241_thumb.jpg

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Platinum has a really nice "desk pen" that fits the bill if you like very fine nibs. Here's one at Jet Pens. (no affiliation but have ordered from them before)

 

https://www.jetpens.com/Platinum-Carbon-Desk-Fountain-Pen-Super-Fine-1-Carbon-Ink-Cartridge/pd/3851?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm6Tk48j81QIVVEsNCh26LAqEEAQYASABEgJnwPD_BwE

 

Or there's always actual dip pens and a traveling ink pot. :D

 

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Plunger fillers do the trick, just remove the cap and put a banker's pen taper on them.

 

Bought one used last year, nice office desk stunt with my ancient Duofold Lucky Curve

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Platinum has a really nice "desk pen" that fits the bill if you like very fine nibs. Here's one at Jet Pens. (no affiliation but have ordered from them before)

 

https://www.jetpens.com/Platinum-Carbon-Desk-Fountain-Pen-Super-Fine-1-Carbon-Ink-Cartridge/pd/3851?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIm6Tk48j81QIVVEsNCh26LAqEEAQYASABEgJnwPD_BwE

 

Or there's always actual dip pens and a traveling ink pot. :D

 

Thanks. Lol on the traveling ink pot. :)

Plunger fillers do the trick, just remove the cap and put a banker's pen taper on them.

 

Bought one used last year, nice office desk stunt with my ancient Duofold Lucky Curve

 

Ooh, thanks for the tip!

Thanks for the suggestion!

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