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Has anybody already disassembled a Dadao 9019? Is the nib/housing assembly screwed in? And the converter? If so it could be a nice donor pen.

Among all parts of fountain pens, feed is the last to be understood by human beings. It is also the most deliciated, sophisticated and the least talked about, due to its complications. Low Ink Refill - draw ink from breather. Low Ink Refill, is a term I invented to describe the feature of modern pens ability drawing ink from breather. Benefit: possible to draw ink when ink bottle too low to merge up to the section; #8 or larger nibs prevails. Manufacturers don't openly talked about this feature because LIR required precision in nib/feed/colar. Any weakest link of the chain result a failure of this feature. To preventing a soaring service rate, the makers just play safe and just keep you away from knowing of it. More info will be there: https://shanghaiknifedude.blogspot.com/2025/01/on-low-ink-refill-lif-and-fountain-pen.html video here. Enjoy.

When two inexpensive pens, new on AliExpress arrive on the same day, a comparison is inevitable, isn’t? They both have Lamy-style nibs, take a 3.4mm cartridge/converter, and have a triangular grip. Those similarities, and a clip, are about all they share. The Jinhao 58 is feels really sturdy, tough plastic and construction. The clip is very springy and resistant and the black trim looks very nice. Screw cap, with an ink view window but as with most c/c pens, it’s not very useful except to see the cart is empty, perhaps. The EF nib wrote quite well, immediately. I don’t trust wood in pens, cheap or expensive, but it’s really quite a great ‘student pen’ and under $4. Comes in multiple plastic colors and the wood as either ‘maple or ‘walnut.’ Nib sizes in 03 (EEF), EF, or F, but these are the easiest nibs to swap out. The other pen is a ‘Space Magnet’ pen, with the word ‘Galaxy’ on it. I didn’t attempt to chase down the maker’s name. You might think that bulbous thing above the clip was the cap, but it isn’t, it’s one of the two gimmicks of this pen. The other gimmick is the magnetic cap, at the other end of the pen. That translucent thing above the cap houses a spare nib rattling around in it, that’s the gimmick. The dark-color Lamy-style nib wrote just fine, nothing special. It’s made well-enough and is okay in the hand but goofy. I paid $12 for it, I imagine it will be half that soon. Big contrast between a very straight forward and functional Jinhao and the comparatively expensive gimmick pen. I should add that I popped cartridges in these two pens and the bamboo pen that appears in one photo, no prior prep, left them capped and nib down on the counter for about 5 minutes and they all wrote, though I think the no-name bamboo pen could use a flush.

This is ecstasy. This is the best 5 dollar ever spent. For those of you received the first of batch of pen in Sept 2022, the first launch of this pen went much earlier. The delay was due to the epic Shanghai Lockdown 2022 Apr - May early Mar - the launch of X159 (Gen I, only in black with silver trim, three turns to open the cap) in Taobao. Initial batch was sold out quick mid Mar - outbreak of Omicron all over the cities 1st April - Lockdown of the city. Commercial entities like Jinhao plant in Shanghai was no exception. 1st Jun - release of the lockdown. mid Jun - X159 back to shelf in Taobao Jul - X159 (Gen II/ two more colours of maroon and red wine red/ golden trim available/ two turns to open the cap/ a complete switch of nib collector, which was shared with later 9019) was found in the market, while Jinhao was simply too shy to talk about it. back to the pen. I bought 9019 and 9016 first, then X159. 9019 was said to be an update to the X159. But, while I was holding my copy of X159, the details and finishing is on par with 9019. Maybe a X159 Gen III? who knows. The one with red barrel and cap is 159, nothing resemblant to the X159. Pro: 1. It got to be kidding for a No.8 steel nib + pen for 5 dollars. This pen will still sell at $50. 2. the acrylic material feels as good as my MontBlanc, honestly. Con: 1. 1 ml ink capacity, which was quite standard in 2022. But with the monster cartridge of 2ml in 9019 9016 (Jul, 2023), I was spoiled. I expect the next version of X159 coming with a 2ml tank. 2. high ink intake position, which is up in the feed butting the section. I was using Lamy 30ml 100% full bottle for demonstration. Once the ink below 70% of the bottle, this pen will die of dehydration.

I owned a Jinhao 911 in stainless steel, and the fit and finish on that pen was truly awful. However, I really like the shape and the pen felt comfortable in the hand. Jinhao has since come out with a new 911 model, in matte black with gold/chrome trims. The question is: with it being a recent model, will QC/build quality be any better? And is it a pen worth getting?

Which of the three fountain pens is the best, overall, in your opinion? (Do not keep the price in mind, as for some abnormal reason each of them costs almost the same here, with Jinhao 65 being just a little cheaper than the rest.)

Just pick up my interest in pen shopping again. 3 years ago, I bought a Centennial 100 on its launch. It was (bleep). The pen felt like feather, the screw of cap is as dry as my math teacher back in primary school. So I totally forget about the pen. I notice recently there is a inscription model (it must be launched for long, maybe Nov, 2021), with Jinhao's writing, kinds of joke to the Parker Duofold. Why not give it a try until the French Parker finally finishes the long process of considering seeking a lawsuit and starts seeking a lawsuit. This time, the pen felt completely different. It gets some weight. The screw is smooth. The orange-red shines charmingly under light. I don't own a Duofold and am not going to. I want something sexier for an USD 500 in 2024(a Conway Stewart Churchill maybe). So I am unable to compare USD 20 Jinhao with the real deal. P.S. I notice there are some discussion over "how red is red", here is the answer: check the picture with Color Checker card in, this Jinhao 100 is what you will get with your naked eye under normal vision. Before you ask, left to right: 1. Jinhao 100 2. Jinhao 9016 3. Jinhao 9019 4. Pelican M805 5. Hero 565 6. Zebra Sarasa Nano

This is one of my first threads so I hope I put this in the right place. I just got another five Jinhaos, and I've been wondering whether it's possible to get a flex nib to put on one of them. I got a 992, X159 I think and a few others. So I've looked at FPR nibs, and Noodler's, but shipping is prohibitive because of where I am. It's like $45 for a $1 nib or something. I have a few cheap low quality copperplate nibs, but they're scratchy and not too durable. I'd like something smooth, and very fine. I don't need much flex. As long as some variation is visible, I'm happy. Any suggestions would be much appreciated. 🙏

So i got a few pens from aliexpress in the jinhao flagship store, the first one i tested was the Jinhao 777 in a "F" nib, which is the candy colored model based on the Lamy Safari, it cost me 1 dollar with free international shipping. So.. in my opinion is one of the best basic pens i have used. It uses a light and sturdy plastic, the color selection is great, the ergonomics are fantastic (credit to Lamy here). it comes with a converter, the size is probably the 3.4mm but i havent checked it for sure. It is not the Lamy size or Standard International. The nib in this pens can be good or it can be bad, it can be broad or fine.. so what you do is you buy a 5 pack of replacement nibs in F or EF ( i bought EF) it costs 0.69 usd and you are good to go. I recommend the EF because the line you get you cannot get in any Lamy nib. In comparison Lamy nibs are as likely to be a size larger that they are suppose to be (and they are already quite large european sizes), or extremely scratchy and a replacement will cost you half of the cost of the already expensive safari. And you have no way of knowing if it will improve the one you have. So in comparison and considering the cost, yes this is better than the safari in the experience of buying a pen and not having regrets later.

Back to the year of 2022, it was the year of Tiger. This pen was therefore purchased before the new year holiday. I was quite concerned with wood cracking. After 2 years in storage, wood is still intact. 10/10 body work. It is not a small pen, almost same feeling as gripping the MB149. 9/10 ergonomy. Regular filling cartridge of 1 ml, within expectation. Not until the Dadao 9019 2ml monster filling was launched, cartridge is just the least thing to talk about from a fountain pen. After Dadao 9019 (Jul, 2023), I expect all cartridge to be as good as the Dadao one. Otherwise, low score. As this pen was launched before Dadao, it is still 10/10 for filling system. The nib is typical Jinhao style, rigid and smooth. 10/10 nib. It was paid less than 10 dollars, super bargain. 10/10 value. Overall impression, this is a decent pen with natural material. Handle with care.

Pen: 82 Make: Jinhao Cost: $4 Nib: EF Packaging & Accessories: (1/10) I learned the importance of buying from reputable sellers with this pen. The pen came in a bubble mailer and was rolling around inside the mailer without any sleeve or other packaging. Upon disassembly I found ink in the feed and realized I had gotten a used pen. I was not happy to get a used pen when the listing said new. It did come with the standard Jinhao converter. Appearance & Design (7/10) The pen is modeled after the Sailor Pro Gear which is a very classy pen and looks excellent in just about any color. There is also a mini version available. There any many colors available and even a demonstrator model. I really like the design and look of the pen. It doesn't look cheap and is well made. Construction & Quality (6/10) The pen doesn't feel cheap. It feels like a much more expensive pen. The cap screws on and posts well. The grip section is rather interesting. Inside the grip section there is a sleeve that screws into the grip section. The feed and nib slide into the sleeve. This is an interesting design aspect that makes the pen more complex. My only complaint is that the top part of the cap that screws on and holds the clip onto the cap came loose and unscrewed. I had to tighten it and have not had issues since. Weight & Dimensions: (6/10) The pen is light but doesn't feel cheap, the material feels solid and I've taken it apart and put it back together several times and it doesn't feel brittle or fragile. The pen is about 5 inches capped and 5.5 inches when posted. It does feel a tiny bit short for me but that is because I have large fingers. Nib & Performance: (6/10) Mine came with an EF nib and it is your average, everyday Jinhao nib. Nothing worth noting. The pen does write smoothly and there are no problems with flow or leaking or creeping. Filling System & Maintenance: 10/10) The pen takes international cartridges and converters can't ask more than that from a standard Chinese pen. Cost & Value: (9/10) Typically this pen can be gotten for $10, sometimes a little more. But this is worth every penny. It looks like a much nicer pen and the variety of colors and demonstrator options make this pen a very good buy. Conclusion: 45/70 - 64%) Great pen for the money. Aesthetically pleasing, good build quality. This pen is a lovely addition to any Chinese pen collection especially in the more interesting colors. The one I bought was black with silver trim and it looks very professional. But if I was to buy another I would probably buy a demonstrator or one of the brighter colors. Overall the pen is very good and the design is professional looking and classy. No complaints.

I quite like the Jinhao x450 but don't like the stock medium nibs (just too big for my writing style). I've tried the Zebra G frankenpen idea but I could never re-shape the curvature of the nib to get it to work well and the nib and feed wound up jamming in the grip section. I broke them when I tried to get them out. I'd rather not try that again. I've also tried Noodler's brand nibs with no luck. All of my Jinhao F nibs are #5s. Does anybody know of any nibs that work easily and reliably? F or stub/italic are preferred, but EF, Flex, and Japanese M are good, too. Thanks!

2022 Fountain Pen of the Year? Probably not one of these...

Yeah you hear it right .. X350 & X850 both screw cap and currently in basic black only

So continuing with the pens i bought in aliexpress i got the jinhao 65 which is a metal pen that uses a folded steel nib in the same standard as Lamy, the pen itself its quite like the Lamy CP, its super cheap and you can get a bunch of replacement nibs and the pen with a converter included for 2 usd. I dont actually like metal pens that much, and this pen is quite heavy for its size, and it has a really small diameter. both things that are not great in a pen in my experience. But it works well, the nib works well. as with a lot of jinhao pens the thing is that for the prize you are never worried about the pen breaking. Ergonomics are not the best so i wouldnt really recommend it. I very much prefer the Jinhao 777 in every aspect of the pens i got form aliexpress.

Greetings All, Pardon the sloppiness (and embarrassing typos everywhere, even the first word ), but I wanted to get out this review as soon as possible because I'm so excited about this pen. I've had a lot of bad luck with Chinese pens (Hero's have been anything but my hero), but so far no Jinhao nib has ever failed me and their quality seems to be getting even better. Here are my comments and some writings samples about the new Jinhao 992. It's currently available in all colors on Ebay and probably places like Aliexpress as well. Writing sample on a cheap little notepad: Final Run-down Pros: - Quality construction - Superb converter that holds a good amount of ink - Toothless smooth nib - Flawless flow - Nib and feed easily removable for thorough cleaning (perfect for using those troublesome yet beautiful Noodler's inks) - Lightweight - Cap posts well (no slipping or popping off) - Screw on cap - Great color selection - The price! Cons: - Unbalanced when posted - Might be too small for larger hands when not posted [Addendum: Some pictures from the seller I bought from...]

I have a Jinhao 85 stainless steel finish, it has problem of ink starvation in the nib after writing couple of lines. The thickness of line becomes thin and faded. I have taken out the nib, increased the nib slit slightly to increase the flow and washed it properly still no effect on the issue. What is causing such thing to happen I am just unable to identify. Anyone's solution to this problem would of great help. Such a nice looking pen is being just a sitting duck is very disappointing to me.