Need Help Finding The Right Japanese Pen

[tacitus]

I would recommend a new Platinum 3776 Century Model.

Japanese retail price is 10,000 yen.

http://www.platinum-pen.co.jp/e_fountain_century.html

If you can pay up to $200, its limited edition will be the best choice (Japanese retail price is 15,000 yen).

http://www.platinum-pen.co.jp/e_new_fountainpen_motosu.html

It is almost sold out at shops in Japan, but may be available online.

This is one of the most sought after pens among Japanese collectors.

Edited September 17, 2011 by tacitus

[Poision Pen]

My entry into the fountain pen world was a Sailor Pro Gear. I could not have been happier as it was such a smooth writing pen. Even with it's fine Japanese nib, finer than most other fine nibs, it wrote so smooth. I don't think you can go wrong with Sailor or any Japanese fountain pen as they are well know for quality.

 

I must say that if you ever find yourself in a position to look at Nakaya you must treat yourself. While I believe there is nothing wrong with Platinum nibs, I think you will find the Nakaya hand crafted nibs exceptional. [As is the rest of the pen.] The urushi treated pens are trully a work of art. The simplicity and splendor of the pen reflects the wabi-sabi culture of Japan. I have a cigar model with a fine standard nib finished in Aka-Tamenuri, and a piccolo fitted with a soft and flexible stub medium nib, also in Aka-Tamenuri. I hardly ever use my other pens these days as the Nakaya is far and above the go to pen for me.

And also, ordering directly from Nakaya is the way to go for me. It may take a little longer as they will build it from scratch for you, to your requested specifications [For Your Hand Only is their moto] but the wait is worth it. And the relationship you build with the people at Nakaya is worth that extra wait as they get to know you by the e-mails you exchange while discussing your pen's creation. They will also keep a record of your pens specifications for future reference should you order further pens. It all just made for a more enjoyable experiance I found, knowing that my Nakaya came to me direct from the hands of the craftsmen who made the pens.

And no, I am not affiliated with Nakaya in any way, shape, or form. Just a very happy customer. :]

[Poision Pen]

Oopps! Sorry Bambuko. You seem to be correct. Nakaya does use Platinum nibs from the 3776 series pens. I guess I should have checked that out first. Still, an amazing nib.

[Pen Is Mightier]

My entry into the fountain pen world was a Sailor Pro Gear. I could not have been happier as it was such a smooth writing pen. Even with it's fine Japanese nib, finer than most other fine nibs, it wrote so smooth. I don't think you can go wrong with Sailor or any Japanese fountain pen as they are well know for quality.

 

I must say that if you ever find yourself in a position to look at Nakaya you must treat yourself. While I believe there is nothing wrong with Platinum nibs, I think you will find the Nakaya hand crafted nibs exceptional. [As is the rest of the pen.] The urushi treated pens are trully a work of art. The simplicity and splendor of the pen reflects the wabi-sabi culture of Japan. I have a cigar model with a fine standard nib finished in Aka-Tamenuri, and a piccolo fitted with a soft and flexible stub medium nib, also in Aka-Tamenuri. I hardly ever use my other pens these days as the Nakaya is far and above the go to pen for me.

And also, ordering directly from Nakaya is the way to go for me. It may take a little longer as they will build it from scratch for you, to your requested specifications [For Your Hand Only is their moto] but the wait is worth it. And the relationship you build with the people at Nakaya is worth that extra wait as they get to know you by the e-mails you exchange while discussing your pen's creation. They will also keep a record of your pens specifications for future reference should you order further pens. It all just made for a more enjoyable experiance I found, knowing that my Nakaya came to me direct from the hands of the craftsmen who made the pens.

And no, I am not affiliated with Nakaya in any way, shape, or form. Just a very happy customer. :]

I have heard many good things about Nakayas, and this only seems to reinforce it. However they will be out of my price range for awhile which is why I am looking for more of a rough and ready every day pen right now.

 

In the future I will have to look them up. A pen completely fit to my preference would be awesome as I am a little picky about my pens.

 

Thanks again for all the reply guys, they are really expanding my pen choices!