Very little talk of Aurora in here

[praxim]

Right foot oblique doesn't exist, only italic and stub (and classic f/m/b).

 

Firstly, this does not alter my point that a pen numbered not as you expected may not have the nib you expected, rather than someone carving up a nib in an unexpected way.

 

Secondly, oblique nibs exist, and people come in both left and right handed forms so I see no particular reason why there should not be an oblique of either footedness.

[invisuu]

Oblique nibs in general exist, but this pen (Aurora 88 Nebulosa limited edition) does not offer oblique nibs, not left foot, neither right foot.

 

So once again: this is a nib that this company does absolutely not in any way, shape, or form offer for this model and this release.

 

Just to make it clear: it is impossible for this nib to be intended oblique by the factory. Also confirmed by authorized dealer and I can send you a copy as proof.

 

Also, right foot obliques are not necessarily for left handed writers only, but they are a rare preference for right handed writers.

Edited July 30, 2017 by invisuu

[RocketRyan]

I thought they would modify nibs on request

[praxim]

"impossible"

 

Sure.

 

The reseller is not the manufacturer and says things reflecting their own knowledge or which they consider to be in their own interest. Their advice is not "proof" however likely it is. Have you sought the numbered pen you purchased or has it vanished from the seller?

 

However, there being no photographs here of the nib in question (top and bottom views) it is not currently possible to know exactly what you have, so I am interested to see. This is probably a fair thing to do given the original post otherwise denigrates Aurora "for future potential [sic] buyers".

[invisuu]

Well, nobody in this world is selling Aurora 88 Nebulosa with nibs other than: EF,F,M,B,BB, stub and italic, but I guess I am truly blessed, for I have received the one and only right foot oblique. I have prepared photos as evidence, because I don't like being called a liar.

 

I would love to show you a writing sample, but the pen does not write at all. There's no ink coming to the paper whatsoever. I'm guessing this is just another feature?

 

https://i.imgur.com/6bjQBph.jpg

 

https://i.imgur.com/8j4U8jF.jpg

[praxim]

invisuu, nobody here has called you or implied you are a liar, nor has seeking clarifying information become a crime; at least, not here that I have been told.

 

Thank you for posting photos, at which I will have a look shortly.

[invisuu]

You seem to think I'm here to bash for bashing sake. I love fountain pens. I don't love companies. I call them out on it. I love Pelikan pens in general, but I will call them out on anything broader than medium is pretty much a guaranteed babys' bottom, from my experience.

 

This is the only healthy relationship to have. It is best for consumers and they (companies) will either have a blind following that buy anything, or they have a critical consumer base they will have to work for and their money.

 

I don't mind paying premium for a premium product. But paying premium for a pen that doesn't write at all is unacceptable. A pen that doesn't write fails its' basic function and as such, does not deserve to exist.

[RocketRyan]

I would be asking the seller for the pen I ordered, if as you say this is an impossible nib to buy, would it not make more sense that the seller is trying to pull a fast one. Maybe the seller has the mod done for a customer and they returned it, and they tried to fob you off with it.

I don't think anyone is accusing you of not telling the truth, but just asking questions that will give us a clearer view of the situation. For instance of the pen has been the number you asked for, and come directly from Aurora, and you had already returned a faulty pen, then it would be an issue with Aurora, however after a few questions we have come to the conclusion that the likely issue is the seller.

The devil is in the details as they say.

[TassoBarbasso]

You seem to think I'm here to bash for bashing sake. I love fountain pens. I don't love companies. I call them out on it. I love Pelikan pens in general, but I will call them out on anything broader than medium is pretty much a guaranteed babys' bottom, from my experience.

 

This is the only healthy relationship to have. It is best for consumers and they (companies) will either have a blind following that buy anything, or they have a critical consumer base they will have to work for and their money.

 

I don't mind paying premium for a premium product. But paying premium for a pen that doesn't write at all is unacceptable. A pen that doesn't write fails its' basic function and as such, does not deserve to exist.

 

I totally agree with your attitude. It's pens we should love, not companies. That said, it appears from the pictures that the gap on your nib might be too wide. Have you tried narrowing it a bit? Also, have you tried cleaning the feed?

 

Moreover, how does the nib adhere to the feed? is there too much space between nib and feed, perhaps? It would also be useful if you could pull out the nib and take a picture of the nib and feed, ideally with a close-up.

 

I believe it might be possible to solve the issue on your side, or with the help of a nibmeister in the worst case scenario.

 

I'd definitely advise against contacting Aurora's customer care: while I love their pens, their "customer care" team would be more pleasing and efficient to work with if it was manned by rabid monkeys high on cocaine. I speak from long, painful and immensely annoying experience.

[invisuu]

Thanks for the input guys. I think the pen is indeed brand new, as it still had that smell that a new pen box, unfortunately, from Aurora does. I saw absolutely no signs of usage whatsoever, not even under a magnifying loop.

 

I will not be trying to adjust the nib, because from looks alone it is a right foot oblique. I like my nibs flat, but if anything, then left oblique (stubby please!) would be my choice. Right foot oblique is completely useless for me, even if I did get it to write.

 

There's also the fact that I don't want to modify the nib so I can return the pen. A nibmeister would most definitely be able to make it a perfect writer, but I'm of opinion that all pens should come usable from manufacturers and nibmeisters should only be an option when you want something extra, like a cherry on top of a cake.

 

For now, I'm done with Aurora. I will probably eat my words and try another Aurora pen some time in the future. Nebulosa is gorgeous, otherwise.

[RocketRyan]

360 monviso is currently on Amazon UK for £264.... fine or medium that's less than I paid used, although I've got a stub.

[TassoBarbasso]

I'm of opinion that all pens should come usable from manufacturers and nibmeisters should only be an option when you want something extra, like a cherry on top of a cake.

 

For now, I'm done with Aurora. I will probably eat my words and try another Aurora pen some time in the future. Nebulosa is gorgeous, otherwise.

 

+1! I totally agree with that. Pens this range should be perfect out of the box.

 

But I'm also sure you'll one day decide to give Aurora a second chance I did: I used steel-nibbed Auroras for much of my childhood and teenage years, then got my first gold-nibbed Aurora as a present for my wedding. It was a lemon. The nib was a total nightmare. But then I had it swapped for a deliciously feedbacky F nib, and decided that the beauty of the design of their pens was worth the risk of getting another bad nib. Since then, I've bought 4 more Auroras with gold nibs, plus an extra nib. Couldn't be happier.

[Lam1]

Well, nobody in this world is selling Aurora 88 Nebulosa with nibs other than: EF,F,M,B,BB, stub and italic, but I guess I am truly blessed, for I have received the one and only right foot oblique. I have prepared photos as evidence, because I don't like being called a liar.

 

I would love to show you a writing sample, but the pen does not write at all. There's no ink coming to the paper whatsoever. I'm guessing this is just another feature?

 

https://i.imgur.com/6bjQBph.jpg

 

https://i.imgur.com/8j4U8jF.jpg

 

 

Wow! That tipping is an ugly thing!!

Sorry that you are going through this and I hope that you get this sorted out soon.

Good luck.

[RocketRyan]

Looking on the Aurora website, in the optima mini section, they state that they make a right foot oblique to help left handed writers.

You were sold the wrong pen.

[RocketRyan]

http://kenroinc.com/portfolio/optima-mini/

[invisuu]

Really? For the Nebulosa? I'd be amazed if that's true. Can you provide a link please?

 

And keep in mind that's not the only problem with the nib as the pen didn't write, but I am more forgiving of a babys bottom (virtually every company has this problem) than not being able to cut a straight line. This would improve my opinion somewhat.

[RocketRyan]

Nibs are changeable, just screw out. No defense if it doesn't write at all, but still leads me to believe someone has messed with your pen.

Did the link I posted not work?

[invisuu]

Ah, sorry, didn't see the link. But that's just some retailer stating that for a completely different model. I don't think obliques exist for Nebulosa. Unless you mean somebody swapped the nibs and returned the pen with a different nib, but I'm sure the retailer would notice it upon return plus Nebulosa uses rose gold, not silver trim.

[RocketRyan]

Unless someone done it themselves and returned it. I don't know what aurora would charge for a nib swap, worth asking if you like the pen.