Really Regretting Buying Magna Carta Elements

[lowks]

I bought a Magna Carta elements, jumping at the chance to get another pneumatic filler for sub $200 price. I waited a long time and had to follow up a few times to get my pen understandably because of the pandemic. I finally got the pen and it was a beaut. However this is not where it ends unfortunately. Upon trying to use the pen, it would not suck ink although there was a lot of bubbling. After a few days, I found the internal sac to be not affixed properly. Not wanting to risk voiding my warranty, I contacted them to see what they can do for me. Expectation: Either send me a new nib and sac unit or get online with a video show me how to do it. I do not have shellac at home and at this point not really that adventurous to want to attempt pen repair. However all I got was a lot of hot air and them claiming that they inspected it and it was fine, even telling me that i should leave the pen in the ink for 30 to 45 secs to let the ink get sucked up. I told them it does not work as I found the sac pops out even after trying to fix it.

 

After they knew this, they even stopped responding to my email and only resumed after i created a resolution case in PayPal. After this experience, I would say if you want a pneumatic filler just do yourself a favour, get a Wahl Decoband. I am happy with mine.

[VijayGS]

Dear Iowks,

I Just came across your post. I hope your still have the pen and the answer is simple. Change the nib if it’s a stock Magna Carta nib. The process involves removing the screw type nib unit and cautiously pulling the nib unit out of the sleeve and replace it with a new size 6 nib of your choice. The placing of nib and aligning it with the feed is a lil bit of headache but worth it. I would suggest you try with the size 6 nib that you already have before purchasing a new one. Hope it helps. Do let me know about the results. 
 

Regards

VJ