Good Alternative Pen To The Sheaffer 100 ?.

[kavanagh]

Dear FPN Colleagues,

 

I was about to buy the Sheaffer 100 Fountain pen - but the metallic section where you hold it put me off the purchase - does 'sanding' this section make it as comfortable to hold as a plastic 'matt' section ?.

 

Otherwise can you recommend another Sheaffer that has the same 'writing' quality as the 100 and preferably a slim profile?.

 

Thank you.

 

kavanagh

[Ernst Bitterman]

For a slim profile, the Agio is probably the best bet. The Sagaris looks relatively slender, but I've not had a chance to try one. I also like the 300, but it's a burlier profile.

[Anirban4u]

I was skeptic and bought the Sheaffer 300. However,it's heavier and has more girth. and of course a plastic grip.

 

A similar choice to Sheaffer 100 could be Sagaris and Agio (that I know of)

 

 

*Ernst beat me to the punch!

Edited March 28, 2014 by Anirban4u

[bogiesan]

I like the older Imperials with the inlaid nib because the section is plastic and matches the barrel. Except for the metal pens, of course, which have, umm, metal sections down to the inlaid nib.

 

http://www.sheaffertarga.com/Imperial%20and%20Triumph/Imperial%20VI%20Grey%20TD.html

[Amyj]

I find no problem with holding the pen without doing anything to it. However, you must dip only the converter (if you are using one) to fill, unless you are looking to get only a drop or two of ink in the converter.

[kmart_security]

I have two of the 100's, love them both. The sleek metal doesn't sweat for me like I thought it would. Still can have a nice, firm grip when writing. Saw some cheap ones on ebay recently as well. They are a bit heavier, but I find them balanced well, posted or not posted.

[kpyeoman]

A Sheaffer Javelin is a good choice as well -- great nib and a comfortable pen to use. It was my first fountain pen. You can still find them NOS if you look around. If you can, try to find one of the earlier production pens that were made in Japan.

 

Oh, it doesn't come with a converter, so you'll need to obtain one separately.

[kavanagh]

Thank you guys - most helpful.

The Sheaffer Javelin sounds interesting - can I ask how you can determine the earlier production model ? ( will it state 'made in Japan' on the box ?)

Edited April 10, 2014 by kavanagh

[kpyeoman]

"Japan" is engraved on the side of the clip (left side, if the pen is facing you). There's a great review of it here: http://dirck.delint.ca/beta/?page_id=2743

[kavanagh]

A big thank you to you guys - most helpful.

[kpyeoman]

What did you end up going with?