Video Review: Delike Alpha Daimao

[alanlight]

[bobje]

Alan,

your video review makes a detailed, enjoyable read on the pen, and I like the way we can watch it without having to jump to another website. The feel and coloration and quality control of the acrylic makes it a joy to use, and you make a valid point regarding instant startup capability. I tend to use it as a desk — I’m not sure why — but one of these inexpensive italic nibs, swapped in, makes it fun to use for calligraphy. I’ll copy a URL to a recent discussion elsewhere on italic nibs that swap into this pen and others. Thank you for the thoughtful contribution you make to FPN.

 

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/340389-italic-nib-units-for-delike-and-some-moonman-pens/?hl=%2Bdelike+%2Bnib

[alanlight]

Alan,

your video review makes a detailed, enjoyable read on the pen, and I like the way we can watch it without having to jump to another website. The feel and coloration and quality control of the acrylic makes it a joy to use, and you make a valid point regarding instant startup capability. I tend to use it as a desk — I’m not sure why — but one of these inexpensive italic nibs, swapped in, makes it fun to use for calligraphy. I’ll copy a URL to a recent discussion elsewhere on italic nibs that swap into this pen and others. Thank you for the thoughtful contribution you make to FPN.

 

https://www.fountainpennetwork.com/forum/topic/340389-italic-nib-units-for-delike-and-some-moonman-pens/?hl=%2Bdelike+%2Bnib

 

Thanks very much!

[Jamerelbe]

 

I have an aluminium version of the Delike Alpha, and just wanted to say:

 

(1) I agree, the added length (and included cartridge converter) makes the pen more versatile for those of us who prefer not to use cartridges.

(2) I've had no problems with the nib drying out between uses. I wonder if that's due to the different material - or whether it's your particular pen? Be interested to find out!

 

Edited to add: Thanks for another enjoyable review - please keep them coming!

Edited March 9, 2019 by Jamerelbe

[Helen350]

With the J. Herbin ink bottle, using a syringe to ink your pens provides an easier and cleaner inking process. (A video I made for my brother who lived in another state, who was notorious for having ink on his floor & curtains) Have been looking at this Delike for the past two weeks. Think I will hit the purchase button next Wednesday. I also do not like EF nibs, but I will look around for a 1.0 or 1.1 stub that will fit.

 

[drathbun]

With the J. Herbin ink bottle, using a syringe to ink your pens provides an easier and cleaner inking process. (A video I made for my brother who lived in another state, who was notorious for having ink on his floor & curtains) Have been looking at this Delike for the past two weeks. Think I will hit the purchase button next Wednesday. I also do not like EF nibs, but I will look around for a 1.0 or 1.1 stub that will fit.

 

 

 

Terrific support video Helen!